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Booking has become essential to avoid long waiting times for a taxi
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Dubai taxis have recorded a surge in the number of passengers. All photos: Antonie Robertson / The National
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Numbers were boosted during the World Cup and winter season as tourists rush to the UAE
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Flagging a taxi from the side of the road is reportedly becoming increasingly difficult
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During peak travel times, it's rare to find a taxi sitting idle
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Booking has become essential to avoid long waiting times for a taxi
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Dubai taxis have recorded a surge in the number of passengers. All photos: Antonie Robertson / The National
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Numbers were boosted during the World Cup and winter season as tourists rush to the UAE
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Flagging a taxi from the side of the road is reportedly becoming increasingly difficult
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During peak travel times, it's rare to find a taxi sitting idle
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Booking has become essential to avoid long waiting times for a taxi
Dubai taxi fares reduced amid lower petrol prices
Change in rate means a journey from Dubai Marina to Downtown Dubai will be about Dh5 cheaper
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The National
12 January, 2023
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