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Tips for Staying Safe With Uber and Lyft

Posted by: RideGuru Team in Rideshare Knowledge 5 years, 8 months ago

uber safetyWe are extremely saddened to hear the news of the death of the University of South Carolina student Samantha Josephson by a man posing as her rideshare driver. Some parents are asking themselves if they should ever let their kids use Uber or Lyft again. The reality is that these services have become so widespread, that they are almost unavoidable. However, there are many ways to make sure you are staying safe when you request a ride. 

1. Try to avoid riding alone

We know there are circumstances when you do not have another choice but to take an …

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Should I Let My College Student Ride in an Uber or Lyft?

Posted by: Lilly Kenyon in Rider Community , Rideshare Knowledge 5 years, 8 months ago

Should I Let My College Student Ride in an Uber or Lyft?

Every so often, the world wakes up to horrible news. Sometimes it’s a terrorist attack, sometimes it’s a natural disaster, and most recently it was the tragic death of University of South Carolina student Samantha Josephson. She did something that almost every college student has done.  

She was out with friends in a popular nightlife area when she got separated from her roommates and decided to head home instead of stick around alone in a bar. Josephson called an Uber and climbed into the car that she thought belonged to her driver. Instead, he ended up being her killer. …

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GigWorker: Your All-in-One Guide to the Booming Gig Economy

Posted by: RideGuru Team in Announcements , Driver Community , Rider Community , Rideshare Knowledge 5 years, 8 months ago

GigWorker: Your All-in-One Guide to the Booming Gig Economy

Looking to make some extra cash? Curious which side hustle best fits your skills and schedule? 

According to a study by Intuit, 40-percent of American workers will be working as independent contractors within the gig economy by 2020. In this ever-evolving digital age, our societies workforce is becoming increasingly more mobile, and as a result, workers are eager to find flexible jobs that fit within their schedule.GigWorker: Your All-in-One Guide to the Booming Gig Economy

GigWorker is your one stop resource for all things gig-related. With an easy to view web format, GigWorker provides tons of ways to make money on a flexible schedule. You can choose to …

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Uber Eats in San Francisco

Posted by: RideGuru Team in Rideshare Knowledge 5 years, 9 months ago

Uber Eats in San Francisco

Hungry for your favorite restaurant in San Francisco? Good news, it might be on the Uber Eats menu! And, you are far from alone. Nearly 40% of people who eat out use a food delivery service. What you might be wondering, however, is what type of food you can order from Uber Eats in San Francisco. Here’s a quick list.

Get your food as easily as your Uber. Try Uber Eats.


Coffee!

Uber Eats Coffee

That’s right, you can get coffee delivered to wherever you are in San Francisco. For example, if you need a Starbucks delivery near me, you can use …

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Uber and Lyft at Walt Disney World and Universal; A Complete Guide 2020

Posted by: RideGuru Team in Rider Community , Rideshare Knowledge , Travel/Wanderlust 5 years, 9 months ago

Uber and Lyft at Walt Disney World and Universal; A Complete Guide 2019


*Please Note: Some of these services may be in-operational or running at a reduced capacity due to Covid-19

Walt Disney World may be full of magic but as any experienced mouseketeer can tell you, planning a Walt Disney World vacation takes a lot of time and patience. One important aspect of a Disney World vacation is transportation. As the Disney parks are significantly spread out from one another you will need easy transportation between the parks and your hotel if you choose not to use the Walt Disney World bus system.

Taking an Uber or Lyft around Walt Disney World …

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