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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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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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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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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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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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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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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