Germany: Use Freenow for taxis when Uber surge pricing kicks in. Licensed taxi fares are metered and regulated.
Spain: Especially useful in Barcelona where taxi culture is strong and some areas restrict Uber and Cabify.
Greece: You can pay by card in the app or with cash to the driver. Handy when connectivity is uncertain.
Ireland: Book in advance during weekends and late nights in Dublin. Demand spikes sharply.
Italy: Pre-book airport pickups to lock in a fixed fare and avoid queuing at taxi ranks, especially at Rome Fiumicino.
