Why It Works
Transportation confusion wastes precious travel time and money. Taxi scams, confusing metro systems, and expensive mistakes drain budgets and energy. Research one option per day—metro card, rideshare apps, buses—to build a complete transportation toolkit. This gradual approach lets you compare costs, understand local systems, and avoid tourist traps. Arriving with transportation knowledge transforms you from confused tourist to confident navigator.
Pre-trip transportation research saves 30-40% on travel costs
Knowledge of local transit reduces navigation time by 50%
Informed travelers avoid 90% of common transportation scams
How to Do It
Research ONE transport option: metro, bus, Uber/taxi, bike share
Learn costs, how to pay (app? metro card?), and where it goes
Download necessary apps (Citymapper, local transit apps) before departure
Screenshot key routes or instructions for offline access
Note scams specific to that transport (fake taxis, rigged meters)
What You'll Gain
Save 30-50% by using local transit vs tourist taxis
Navigate cities confidently without constant googling
Avoid transportation scams that target tourists
Spend more time exploring, less time confused at stations
Access neighborhoods beyond typical tourist zones