Using Minicabs for Airport transfers. What is a mini cab service? A type of vehicle for hire with a driver, which can be used to transport passengers or cargo, from one destination to another as required. telephone or online services can be used to make the booking, you cannot wave down a minicab in the street like a taxi can be. There are so many minicab companies nowadays which can make choosing one very difficult. With the demand for easy accessible and better quality transport methods there is a huge increase in the number of minicab service providers in recent years. A record number of people now prefer to book minicabs than use any other means of transport for convenience and comfort. A good company can provide tourist and local residents with a reliable and comfortable method of travel from A to B without getting lost on the way. For this, it is very important for the driver to have a good knowledge of the road and surrounding areas. When you have a journey to make, it is essential you make a simple plan for a comfortable and safe trip. And if you want to travel from one destination to another without any worries, please try and find a good company that is available close to you or the start destination area. It is advisable to prebook a minicab at least 2 hours in advance, to avoid being disappointed in busy periods as drivers may not be available. For long distance journeys i.e. Airports please use an Airport Transfer company as they are dedicated to cater for those customers and will offer good value for money. We are in an era with so many devises available to us that booking a cab is made simple. You may book your cab via email, apps, online or the good old telephone. Most good minicab service operators will have 24 hours customer care desk, and staff manning these will be happy and willing to help you make your journey simple and effective. Please ensure when booking to let the service provider know details such as how many passengers, how much luggage, if you are traveling with children/pets or any other requirements. This enables the operator to send you the best suitable vehicle for your journey and needs. If you are new to booking minicabs and feel that minicab service will be expensive, you will be surprised to hear that most minicab companies have offers which make the cost of travel easier to manage. Most operators will charge budget friendly rates regardless of the miles that need to be covered on the journey. Some operators may offer discounts, free waiting time set time and free flight monitoring. Its good to speak to the operator to find out everything before booking for your journey Always stay safe and here are some simple steps to help: Never use a un-booked minicab this is very dangerous as it puts you at risk robbery/sexual assault and it is illegal Even when desperate, please do not use minicab lined up outside clubs, pubs or any other busy locations. Always use a booked and licensed minicab, taxi, Night bus or the Tube to get home public transport. Please check TfL site for further safety tips.