If you don’t already know about the blessing that is Uber, you need to. Uber is an app that connects passengers to drivers through smartphones (aka what could be better). Once you store your credit card information, you can request a driver to wherever your destination is and they will be there faster than you can even blink. Uber has completely changed college life by making it easier to get from place to place, and not to mention in style. Not that anyone needs an incentive to download Uber but your first ride (up to $30) is free! Trust me, once you go Uber you will never dare take a regular taxi again.
1. There is literally no easier way to travel.
The only work required is going on your phone and telling Uber where you want to go. No more waiting outside in the freezing cold in your bodycon dresses trying to hail a cab. Do I even need to continue?
2. You look cool.
I don’t care who you are, every girl looks better rolling up to a party in a flashy black SUV compared to some god awful yellow taxi.
3. No more fighting for cabs.
Uber is “everyone’s private driver,” so you can stop running in front of taxis because you basically have your own chauffeur now.
4. No cash involved.
This is an actual blessing. The days of losing debit cards in cabs or fighting over who paid what are over. And best of all, that one friend who “forgot cash” or “only has a $20 and doesn’t want to break it” has no more excuses because all you have to do is select “split fare” and the ride is divided equally. Take that moochers.
5. Uber doesn’t judge
Not only will the drivers not judge you, they will even provide water and snacks. God bless you Uber.
6. You call the shots.
Uber is all on your schedule. You tell the driver when you want to be picked up and you can even keep track of their route or call/text them if you need something.
7. They are always there for you.
No matter what time, where you are, or what the circumstances are, Uber will be there.
8. Less sketchy cab drivers.
No explanation needed.
9. You get to rate your driver.
Just remember, they get to rate you too.
10. It’s a safe and cost efficient option.
Even with all these benefits, Uber is 40% less expensive than the normal taxi fare. Plus, you are guaranteed a safe and reliable mode of transportation. This way you have more money to spend at the bar and know you will get home safely!
Happy travels, collegiettes!