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Empty cabs suddenly vanish the moment a tourist needs one

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The universe plays a cruel trick on lost visitors carrying bags in the rain. Hundreds of illuminated taxis will happily cruise by while you are casually walking, but the second you actually wave your hand, the street becomes a completely desolate wasteland. When one finally stops, the driver usually refuses to go anywhere near your destination.

Empty cabs suddenly vanish the moment a tourist needs one
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