Tag: uber

  • Compares Prices Between Uber and Lyft Using Fare Estimate

    I found this great new website that lets you compare the 2 main ride sharing competitors: Uber / Lyft.

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    You just plug in your starting point and destination, and the app uses real-time estimates for Lyft and Uber prices.

    They use real-time prices so it saves you time from using both websites.

    Here is a link to try this out.

  • Introducing Uber Family Profiles

    Uber launched their version of a family ride sharing plan, which allows you to share your account and payment options with nine other people. The best part is those nine people can be family, friends, or coworkers.

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    One feature passengers have frequently requested is an easy way to pay for family and friends. That’s why they have announced Family Profiles, a new feature we’re launching in Atlanta, Dallas and Phoenix that lets up to 10 riders safely and easily share one payment method.

    Here’s how it works:

    For the Family Profile organizer:

    • Make sure you have the latest version of the Uber app.
    • Go to Menu and choose Settings.
    • Scroll down to “Add a Family Profile” and select the contacts you would like to add.
    • As soon as the Family Profile rider accepts the invitation, they can begin requesting rides from their own phone using the Family Profile as their payment method.
    • The cost of the trip will automatically be billed to the Family Profile and the organizer will receive a receipt for every ride.

    Here is a link to their blog with more info.

  • Uber Free $20 ride credit (Even for existing accounts) by using Facebook Messenger (US only)

    Uber has partnered with Facebook Messenger to allow you to order rides from the Messenger app. When you order your first ride through Messenger, you will get a free $20 ride credit, even if you already have an Uber account.

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    “For a limited time, you’ll get a free ride the first time you use this feature (up to $20 value) with Uber. All you have to do to claim your free ride is link your existing Uber account or set up a new account within Messenger and request a ride. Driver status updates and payment receipts will get delivered to a private conversation between you and Uber. With everything in one place, you can seamlessly keep track of your ride and payment history.”

    Sounds pretty simple and a nice way to get a free ride. Make sure you update your Messenger app to the latest version to make sure that you can do this.

    Here is a link to this promo.

  • Uber Southwestern Ontario – First 4 rides are free (up to $20 each) until this Sunday, July 26

    I found a nice new promo for our readers in Southwestern Ontario.

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    Residents of London, Waterloo Region, Hamilton, and Guelph will have access to the safety, convenience and reliability of Uber at prices up to 25% cheaper than a traditional taxi.

    Your first 4 rides will be FREE (up to $20 each) until Sunday July 24, 2015.

    Here is a link to sign up for Uber if you are not already a member.

     

  • Yet Another $25 Promo Code for Uber

    Uber has been rolling out the promotions recently!

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    Here is another code to get $25 off.

    The promo reads: You’ve unlocked $25 off one ride care of Rogers & Roam Like Home! Rogers customers only.

    Here is the promo code: RoamWithUber.

    It expires 1/1/2016.

  • Free Uber Ride (up to $40) – Compliments of Kenmore Air

    This coupon code is found on the Kenmore Air website, for Seattle only but your mileage may vary!

    Uber fares are all-inclusive – no need to tip, and no exchange of cash or card is necessary.

    All you have to do is download the Uber app and enter the promo code KENMOREAIR or sign up here for your 1st ride FREE* (up to $40)!

    Already an Uber lover? Just enter the code KENMOREAIR10 before requesting and save 10% off your ride* to or from any of our Kenmore Air locations.

    Valid through December 31, 2015.

    Here is a link to the promotion.

  • Uber rewarding Starwood points to bookings

    I am excited that I am going to be using Uber on my next trip from the airport.

    Uber is partnering with hotel chain Starwood to give riders a bit more incentive to choose the ride-hailing service over a taxi.

    Uber passengers can now earn one Starwood rewards point for each dollar they spend on a ride in a car found through the San Francisco-based company’s mobile app. Guests spending the night at one of Starwood’s 1,200 hotels will earn two to four points per dollar spent, depending on their level of status with Stamford, Connecticut-based Starwood.

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    This is the first global deal where ground transportation passengers can earn hotel points for trips.

    Here is the link to register and link your accounts!

    Here are some tips to remember:

    1. Your email address on your Starwood account must match the email address on your Uber account.
    2. You need to have had 1 paid stay in a Starwood property in 2015 to start earning points. Once you’ve had a single stay you’ll earn 1 Starpoint per dollar spent with Uber all year long, up to $10,000 in Uber spending per year.
    3. If you use Uber during a stay at a Starwood property then non-elites will earn 2 Starpoints per dollar spent with Uber, Gold and Platinum Starwood elite members will earn 3 Starpoints per dollar spent with Uber, and 75 night Platinum elites will earn 4 Starpoints per dollar spent with Uber.  Points will post to your Starwood account 2-4 weeks after the ride.

    I am excited as I have a stay coming up to use both services.

  • $25 Uber credit for Canadians only!

    I love to post promo codes, especially for Canadians only!

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    This is only valid on rides in Canada, ROAMLIKEHOME.

    Login to Uber.com and click Payment. Under Promotions, Active, you should see:
    “$25 Off Your Ride. Valid in Canada. For Rogers customers only. Expires 03.31.15”.

    It also works on Uber accounts that have already used a referral to sign up for $10-20 credit. If you haven’t signed up for Uber here is the link to get an additional $20 credit.

    Enjoy your free taxi/limo rides before March 31, 2015.

  • Free Hotel and Rental Credit (Uber, TravelPony, AirBnb)

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    New accounts can add an additional $20 credit. Sign-in, go to the promotions page and enter code HIPMUNK to add $25 credit.

    The additional credit will show under “additional promotions” and be available when you book your first ride.

    Credit to Dansdeals.com and their forum as the first place I saw this. 

     

    AirBnb

    I love this website when I want to stay in an expensive city but cannot afford a hotel. This lets you find houses, apartments and even treehouses with great prices. I even have my condo listed (to make extra travel money to get away). (Use our referral and get $25 credit with your first booking)!

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    You earn $35 in Travel credit when you create an account. Also, $25 off bookings of $250 or more, Code 25OFF. Not bad!

  • Uber now accepts PayPal – $15 off your next ride

    Uber has always been cashless, but starting today, you don’t even need your credit card.
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    You can now pay for your rides with PayPal!

    If you’re on an iPhone or Android, just update your Uber app to the latest version and you’ll be able to add your PayPal account as a payment option. And as a bonus…

    Get $15 off your next ride when you pay with PayPal