Uber Users Can Now Officially Order Rides for Other Passengers

June 28, 2017 Erica Ho 1 minute read

Buried under the news of Travis Kalanick’s dethroning, Uber has announced the (official) capability to order rides for others.

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It’s Possible To Earn JetBlue Points Through Amazon and Lyft

December 8, 2016 Erica Ho 1 minute read

Lately, JetBlue seems to be brokering some unusual partnerships to earn points. Most notably, Amazon and Lyft join the lineup so travelers can get points whenever they shop or take a ride with either service.

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Lyft Launches Lyft Line Passes in Six Cities

October 25, 2016 Erica Ho 1 minute read

It’s an endless fight between Uber and Lyft, but it seems to be a good thing for now.

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One Ingenious Tactic For Avoiding “Long” Taxi Rides Abroad

October 10, 2016 Erica Ho 1 minute read

Does being taken around in zigzags sound familiar?

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The Only Reason To Consistently Take Uber and Lyft Over Taxis

May 12, 2016 Erica Ho 2 minute read

Comes down to the fact that it’s just soooo much easier to track down a lost phone or item. Thanks, ride history!

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Lyft Introduces Business Profiles for, Surprise, Business Travelers

April 20, 2016 Erica Ho Less than a minute to read

In the constant, neverending arms race between Uber and Lyft, Lyft is finally launching business profiles for riders today.

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Request Uber Rides Through Facebook Messenger To Get $20 Off

December 17, 2015 Erica Ho Less than a minute to read

The future is here. Facebook and Uber announced a new partnership yesterday between the two services so Uber users can now hail rides without ever leaving the Messenger app.

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It Can Make More Sense To Rent a Car than Call an Uber or Lyft (in the City)

December 15, 2015 Erica Ho 1 minute read

It’s not that cheap. Especially when it’s completely possible to rent a car for less than $10 per day. (Granted, this car doesn’t have any power windows…)

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Don’t Forget To Take Advantage of Uber’s Hotel Partnerships

December 2, 2015 Erica Ho 1 minute read

Once upon a ye time, Uber announced it’d be partnering with Starwood. But this is clearly turning into a thing now.

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This Is How Much a Taxi Costs from the Airport Into 20 Major Cities

October 29, 2015 Erica Ho Less than a minute to read

In the case jumping on a chicken bus to get to the airport is starting to make you feel a bit old.

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If All Else Fails, Hop on An Airport Shuttle To Request Uber and Lyft

October 5, 2015 Erica Ho Less than a minute to read

In case this trick doesn’t work.

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The Trick To Requesting Uber and Lyft at Any Airport

August 24, 2015 Erica Ho 1 minute read

This one literally requires a trick of the needle. Ignore the fact there are often legitimate governmental regulations on why sometimes passengers can’t be picked up at the airport.

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How To Beat Lyft Line’s Surge Pricing

May 5, 2015 Erica Ho 1 minute read

With a little patience, it’s possible to swing the odds to get an even better deal on a Lyft Line — and to lock it in.

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SPG Rewards Officially Loves Uber

February 25, 2015 Erica Ho 1 minute read

It’s a good thing at least someone loves Uber, because I don’t love Travis Kalanick, who’s possibly the worst human being on earth. But maybe you love Starwood and free hotel stays!

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RideGuru Compares Prices for Uber, Lyft, Taxi Services

February 11, 2015 Erica Ho 2 minute read

Next: comparing the cost of a space shuttle home. For now, let’s settle for comparing regular taxis, Lyft, Uber, Sidecar, Gett and anyone else who’s on the bandwagon.

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How To Avoid Getting Ripped Off in a Taxi

November 13, 2014 Karina Martinez-Carter 3 minute read

I have something of a sixth sense for suspicious taxi activity. When a meter or a route goes nuts I snap to attention. But this isn’t natural talent.

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Lyft Line Trumps UberPool in Carpool Showdown

October 29, 2014 Erica Ho 3 minute read

Even though Lyft and Uber have been branded as ridesharing companies for a long time, it has only been now the two companies have competing carpooling services. Overall, Lyft Line is the clear winner with its friendlier and upfront pricing.

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Lyft Only Has 10 Drivers On the Road in NYC

July 30, 2014 Erica Ho 3 minute read

Lyft launched this past weekend in NYC but it’s impossible to get a ride. That’s because there are probably ten drivers on the road max, said one driver.

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Avoid Taxi Scams Like a Pro

June 3, 2014 Erica Ho 2 minute read

It’s been about eight months since I’ve done some adventure traveling, but as soon as I got to Colombia I quickly remembered that no one enjoys being ripped off.

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Use Your Camera To Stop Losing Things in a Taxi

October 7, 2013 Erica Ho Less than a minute to read

This one is such a no-brainer, I can’t believe I’ve never thought about it before. Because if you ever lose anything in a taxi, it’s pretty much as good as gone.

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Hitting the Road With Uber’s Black Car Taxi Service

July 3, 2013 Erica Ho 3 minute read

If you’re looking to save a few dollars, Uber ain’t it. You’d be taking the bus. But if you enjoy interacting with a taxi driver as little as humanly possible, you’ve come to the right place.

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Say It Right: “Stop Here, Please”

March 12, 2013 Erica Ho Less than a minute to read

Unless you’re interested in going around and around a taxi in circles and circles and even more circles until your head gets so dizzy that oh my god I think I need to stop.

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