At destiny2016uk, are you new to punting
I've punted a few W/G, in my time and other punters, have been at this, a lot longer than me.
Genuine question - should we all be making double bookings just in case our advanced booking doesn't show on the day?
If we all did that, surely that would just encourage even more WGs to double book on us
IMO no.
Double booking shouldn't happen, but W/G (and pimps) do double book, B&S and waste punters time.
One thing I do understand, about this pastime.
That Punting:
is wondrous, with treasures to satiate desires both subtle and gross. But it's not for the timid
When I book a W/G, I confirm on the phone and or via text. That this is,
the time I booked (XX:XX) and how long for (XX:XX). Before setting off on my trip. I found experience, can be a harsh teacher!
I also know, a chain of events can effect bookings and this is, a 2 way street!
IMO, it good manners (and courtesy) to contact a person and update them, in a reasonable time. If some thing does happens, that affects a booking.
I'm only willing to wait, a set time. Depending on the W/G and how the comms are handled, around delays, etc.
But after a point, of waiting around, bad and or no comms. I call time, on that punt and then contact my back up plans; B, C, D, etc.
My back up plans, are researched before setting off to a punt. So I don't waste more time, looking up what around the area. Then I make some calls or send messages, once I know, I've had my time wasted, by plan A!