Now that we have a thoroughly Modern Streetcar, I thought it might be interesting to see if we could enjoy our Downtown Tucson entertainment without taking our car, thus avoiding parking hassles and the need for a designated driver.
After the show we planned on having some fancy cocktails at one of our Downtown restaurants. Not having to be the designated driver, I could enjoy a couple of drinks before heading home before dark. Only one problem. We have no City bus service here in the foothills of the Tucson Mountains. So we decided to do something we have never done since moving here around the turn of the century โฆ take a taxi.
But which one? I did a little research and settled on VIP Taxi for several reasons. First, they only drive minivans and full size sedans, such as Ford Crown Victoria. Moreover, for walking more than a short distance, I require my electric scooter, so the taxi has to be big enough to accommodate my handicap needs.
Shortly before our taxi was scheduled to arrive, we got a text message telling us that it had been dispatched and then a call from the dispatcher to confirm the location. Very professional. Thus, our VIP Taxi was remarkably affordable. Our VIP Taxi arrived a few minutes ahead of schedule. The driver, Derik, said he wanted to be sure he allowed enough time to put my scooter in the back of the van.
Once seated inside, we could see that this taxi was clean and in good repair. Derik, ex-military we discovered, was both pleasant and knowledgeable. The place was packed with shoppers enjoying the annual Holiday Bazaar. We very much like Agustin Kitchen. But generally, our experiences have been very good. These are most generous cocktails in town as far as we know. Six of us ordered some form of breakfast. Sue said the same about her breakfast. All the others came in at 4-Saguaros โ Very Good.
