Problem
Taxis won't stop.
Answer
In America and Europe you beckon towards yourself. in Asia you wave your hands palm downwards like patting a dog showing a driver where you want him to stop. Watch other local people hailing taxis and you will get the idea.
Drivers in Singapore don't expect tips and you should not give them.
In countries where there is a no tipping rule such as New Zealand and Singapore and China, follow local customs. Otherwise you are seen as condescending, offering bribes, jumping a queue.
Author
Angela Lansbury, travel writer, author and speaker.
Taxis won't stop.
Answer
In America and Europe you beckon towards yourself. in Asia you wave your hands palm downwards like patting a dog showing a driver where you want him to stop. Watch other local people hailing taxis and you will get the idea.
Drivers in Singapore don't expect tips and you should not give them.
In countries where there is a no tipping rule such as New Zealand and Singapore and China, follow local customs. Otherwise you are seen as condescending, offering bribes, jumping a queue.
Author
Angela Lansbury, travel writer, author and speaker.
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