I went from Paris to the airport, the altercation occurred at the airport.
Oops too much Sudafed for my cold this morning. Can't believe I misread that. The only time I've had a taxi driver grumble in Las Vegas was under the same circumstance -- heading to the airport. And I tipped a bit more than you (yours was certainly adequate). I remember he asked me how I did on the trip and I mentioned pretty well. Now I always answer that question with, "Oh that reminds me, I need to get some cash, is there a pawn shop on the way?"