NYC rideshare apps are a dime a dozen. If you’re visiting New York City and are depending on Uber and Lyft to get around, you may as well throw money out the window. Near the end of my trip last week, I met up with fellow points and miles enthusiast […]
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Everything you need to know about Uber Rewards
Uber finally has a loyalty program…Uber Rewards. It comes as no surprise that after launching an unremarkable Uber Credit Card, the rideshare app would launch an in-app loyalty program. This is great news for all Uber users – whether you utilize the rideshare service or Uber Eats (eats-uberpointchaser) frequently or during […]
Why you need to pay attention during Lyft and Uber rides
Last week, I was in Maryland for work and used Uber and Lyft to get to the airport and around town. I normally don’t have an issue with either app. Both are convenient to use and I’ve only had one incident where the driver took a ridiculous detour to increase […]
Uber introduces in-app tipping
Yesterday, Uber announced a new in-app tipping feature in Seattle, Minneapolis, and Houston. In-app tipping will be rolled out throughout the U.S. by the end of July, ‘so we can get the experience right.” So this is essentially a test-run to work out any kinks before a mass roll-out. That […]
5 ways to improve your rideshare experience
Most of us use rideshare apps like Uber and Lyft throughout our travels or even on a daily basis. It’s incredibly convenient to pull out your phone, order a ride, and have a driver pick you up in a nice clean car within minutes. The fact that Uber and Lyft […]
Why I’m not deleting the Uber app
Shortly after the executive order regarding the “Muslim Ban” was issued on Friday, thousands of people began flooding to airports across the country to protest. In response to the order, the New York Taxi Workers Alliance announced a 1-hour work stoppage at JFK. When Uber continued to offer rides out of […]
10 best credit cards to pay for Uber and Lyft rides
Nearly everyone uses rideshare apps like Uber an Lyft these days while traveling. It’s cheap, convenient, better than taxis and…you can earn points and miles with your credit card. Back in the day, LA cab drivers always gave me a hard time for paying with a credit card. Luckily, that’s […]
Airports where Lyft pickup is allowed
If you travel quite a bit, chances are you’re at least occasionally using Lyft for airport rides. Lyft is available in just 206 cities across 32 states. I’ve always had a great experience using Lyft and would definitely recommend keeping the app on your phone. For starters, there are times […]
Targeted: $20 Lyft credit + 12 Gold Stars from Starbucks
Uber referral links are everywhere these days. It’s safe to assume there are few people out there eligible for referral bonuses. Though if there are any, here’s my link ;). Anyway, Lyft isn’t as widely available or hawked as Uber. If you’re one of those people without a Lyft account, […]
5 reasons you should tip your Uber driver
In promoting themselves as a convenient and cheap alternative to taxi cabs, Uber has often discouraged tipping by emphasizing that tips are already included in the fare. When I began using Uber, I assumed the drivers were well compensated. However, when the company began advertising its services as being cheaper […]