If you have ever needed a lift somewhere in the last couple of years and wanted it to be quick, then you may have used the Uber. I mean, let’s face it, Uber feels like it is everywhere these days. Plus, the company has allowed people from all over the world to become freelance drivers and be paid to take people where they need to go. What better way to earn money to pay for your next Travel Bucket List Adventure.

Now we all know that Uber is pretty handy when you are out and about. Plus, in many cases, it is safer than just waiting around or in actual transit. But did you know that Uber is also possible to take advantage of Uber while traveling abroad. Not only can you use it as a safe and economical way to get around, but there are some travel hacks available.

So, let’s take a look at some of the top tips and hacks for using Uber effectively while traveling.

Add Bookmarks Before Using Uber While Traveling

If you use the Uber app all of the time and you tend to stick to the same destinations when you search, you don’t have to type the address in every single time. There is a simple tool where you are able to bookmark your favorite places to go. This will save you a little bit of time whenever you want to book a ride. So, for example while you’re traveling, bookmark where you are staying so you don’t have to scramble for the address later.

Schedule Your Uber Pick Up

One of the things which you never want to do is call an Uber when you are running late. We all know that feeling of panic when you’re running late and force your driver to drive rapidly for you. This will only end badly, and an Uber accident attorney could be needed for you both. Make sure that if you can, always book an Uber in advance to make it easier for you. This can be especially handy when you need to drive to the airport for a holiday or something else.

Connect Your Calendar with the Uber App

Uber isn’t just an app for booking a ride on the fly. It can be a handy help to your day-to-day life too. If you always seem to have a hectic schedule and you often need to book a ride, consider connecting your calendar to the app. Doing this will allow you to always be aware when your next event is about to happen. Then, you can book your ride in advance so that you know you will get there in plenty of time.

For example, while in traveling in Vienna, we booked a concert to see the Vienna Mozart Orchestra at Musikverein Vienna. So, we coordinated our calendar with uber while traveling in Vienna so that we could make sure to arrive on time. 

Have a Business Profile on Your Uber App

If you travel a lot for business, we sometimes struggle to separate our regular expenses from our work ones. Not going to lie, this can be a little stressful & our tax accountant always groans at us. However, there’s no need for you to worry because you can simply make a business profile on Uber.

This is beneficial because it will allow you to keep on top of your expenses if you are using Uber to travel for work. For us, it makes life a lot easier and ensures that we’re paid back everything we spend to travel to meetings.

Connect Your Uber App with Spotify

There is nothing weirder than getting into a rideshare and hearing some of the music your driver likes but is nothing like what you would choose. The good thing is that you can still enjoy your own tunes in the car. 

Recently, Spotify partnered with Uber to allow riders the ability to sync their Spotify accounts. When you search for an Uber look for one who has music enabled. Then, when you hop in, you will be able to connect and play your favorite songs during the ride. This might not be needed for a 10-minute ride, but when you are on a long road trip it is always a good idea.

Now Order Your Uber & Let’s Ride!

So, what do you think about using Uber while traveling? Do you like using ride shares in new or different places? What is travel hack or tool you like to use to get around a destination while visiting a new place? Let us know in the comments below & help others improve their Uber experience!

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