Hot take: Shared transportation arranged through casual conversation isn't as reliable as advertised

I've watched travelers waste hours waiting for a ride that never shows. A little upfront research on official options prevents most of these issues.

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4 Comments

adams.ray11h ago

Last month in Chiang Mai, every casual ride arrangement I made arrived within five minutes.

the_stella10h ago

That kind of reliability from @adams.ray sounds dreamy. Really makes you appreciate efficient systems when you find them.

the_uma9h ago

But does that kind of punctuality hold up outside of tourist hubs like Chiang Mai? In my experience, these informal networks work beautifully where there's an established culture of trust, but fall apart in transient areas. It makes you wonder if the reliability is more about the community than the system itself.

the_beth5h ago

Ask locals for their trusted driver contacts, even in busy areas. Honestly, a quick chat at a coffee shop can hook you up with someone punctual. It's all about tapping into the existing network.