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Picture of Michelle in London
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Hi everyone,
I read a horror story in the TNT magazine (UK) about dodgy taxi drivers ripping holidaymakers off at Fiumicino (Rome) airport - even off people being forced to pay up to �100 for a �10 trip.  I did some hunting on the net and found a really good website www.thingstodo-rome.com - the website has a section under transfers where you can book a cab online for $16.17 (USD) - you get a confirmation voucher and your car is guaranteed.  There are some catches e.g. it is a shared taxi & your hotel has to be within a certain area (they are all listed so you can check) but at least it is legit & you don't have to worry about being harrassed at the airport.  I hope this is helpful - good luck!
Ciao Michelle.

 
Posts: 1 | Location: NEW ZEALAND | Registered: 03 Aug 2006Reply With QuoteEdit or Delete MessageReport This Post
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Contiki also offers airport transfers...not sure of the price, but at least you know it will go to the hotel!

Take care and have Viva Italia!


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I just booked my car service through Contiki for my Simply Italy tour in Rome (Fiumicino airport) and it was $19 each way, $36 round trip for the day I arrive and the day I leave. Not too bad, and makes me feel a little more secure about getting to my hotel hassle free.
 
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