How do we pronounce.......y las guerras de los taxis

You did NOT have to get out of that taxi. You do NOT have to use "sitio" taxis just because they tell you to. While I thank you for relating the incident here, the sitio taxi drivers were in the wrong and did not deserve your patronage. The customer is always free to use the taxi of their choice.

"Bajada" means "drop off" in the transportation business. "Bajadas frecuentes" means frequent drop offs, i.e. frequent stops.

What do you suggest tourists do if this occurs Rob, seems a little dicey when they have you blocked in like mentioned?