Media release
07 December 2018
As Christmas celebrations get underway, Queenslanders are being reminded to grab a cab to get them to and from office parties, family gatherings, shopping trips, and events safely, easily and reliably this festive season.
Queensland cabbies are standing by to ferry passengers to their festive destination of choice at a time of year when shops, social diaries and carparks get busier than ever. Grabbing a cab can remove much of the hassle involved in trying to get around at this time of year.
Most people will find themselves going to at least one Christmas party in the coming weeks. Taking a taxi to and from those events, allows revellers to enjoy their night without worrying about being or finding a designated driver.
Being picked up and dropped off at the door and back home at the end of the night removes the need to have to walk too far in high heels or that embarrassing Christmas jumper. Plus, there’s no hassle involved in trying to find that elusive last park which isn’t in a different postcode from where you’re actually going!
For extra convenience plan ahead and book a taxi to ensure you don’t have to wait longer than expected. Also, taxis don’t use surge prices during busy periods like booked hire platforms such as Uber, which effectively penalises passengers for wanting to travel at popular times.
Passengers can bring a bit of extra Christmas spirit to their and their taxi driver’s day by being ready for pick-up and courteous, and can expect the same level of festive cheer in return.
TCQ CEO, Blair Davies, encouraged Queenslanders to enjoy as easy a festive season as possible by grabbing a cab.
“This is always an exciting and busy time of year for our customers, and the taxi industry is ready to play its part in giving Queenslanders a great Christmas again in 2018. Taking a taxi allows everyone to fully enjoy their night, with the peace of mind that they’re going to get there and back safely, conveniently and reliably.
“Our drivers will be working throughout the festive period, ensuring people have a trusted and fairly priced means of getting around. We’re proud to play our part in helping Queenslanders enjoy Christmas and drivers look forward to welcoming friendly and courteous passengers into their taxis at this time of year.” said Mr Davies.
Passengers are also urged to heed the Queensland Government’s road safety awareness campaign, All They Want For Christmas Is You, while travelling in taxis. The campaign reminds everyone of the importance of buckling up and wearing their seatbelt while travelling in a vehicle, whether as driver or passenger.
“There is simply no reason for anyone in our community to be putting their lives at risk, or the lives of other road users, because they enjoyed one drink too many or they needed to text someone on their phone. Let’s all make safety a priority this Christmas by letting Queensland cabbies do the driving” added Mr Davies.
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