ND Cruisers too Posted February 8, 2016 #201 Share Posted February 8, 2016 Was hoping to use Uber this Friday from FLL to The Drift Hotel but am concerned our group wont fit? Any ideas? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justprettynpink Posted February 8, 2016 #202 Share Posted February 8, 2016 Can more than one person use this code? I have seen several codes and are planning to use Uber for the first time in Miami for our Fort Lauderdale Equinox cruise on February 22. I have written a couple down but don't want to get there and find out the code has already been used and is no longer available. The codes that have been posted are for first time riders only. Each code can be used unlimited amount of times. So you can pick which code you want to use without the fear that "it has been already used". What my husband and I did was to each use a first time code so we got to use two. One for him and one for me. If you were traveling with 4 people each person could use a first timers code. (all the same one if you wanted) (4 free rides) I hope this helps! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justprettynpink Posted February 8, 2016 #203 Share Posted February 8, 2016 Was hoping to use Uber this Friday from FLL to The Drift Hotel but am concerned our group wont fit? Any ideas? Use UberXL...they are required to have seating for 6. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
schoolinmy3 Posted February 13, 2016 #204 Share Posted February 13, 2016 Arrived in Fort Lauderdale early this morning for our cruise tomorrow. We took a couple Uber trips to do some shopping and will be trying it tomorrow as well to get us to the port. Our son drives for Uber in the Charlotte area part time and we have used Uber in Europe. I think it's great to have the option....;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
h-sar Posted February 15, 2016 #205 Share Posted February 15, 2016 The codes that have been posted are for first time riders only. Each code can be used unlimited amount of times. So you can pick which code you want to use without the fear that "it has been already used". What my husband and I did was to each use a first time code so we got to use two. One for him and one for me. If you were traveling with 4 people each person could use a first timers code. (all the same one if you wanted) (4 free rides) I hope this helps! Thanks so much for this clarification! Would the 4 of you have had to use 4 different credit cards and 4 different uber accounts? Also, are these particular discount codes good anywhere (ie. Canada) or just in Fort L area? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justprettynpink Posted February 15, 2016 #206 Share Posted February 15, 2016 Thanks so much for this clarification! Would the 4 of you have had to use 4 different credit cards and 4 different uber accounts?Also, are these particular discount codes good anywhere (ie. Canada) or just in Fort L area? The codes are for your first ride anywhere. You would need four different Uber accounts. I am pretty sure you need different credit cards. I know the Capital One Quicksilver offers a 20% statement credit for each Uber ride. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
h-sar Posted February 15, 2016 #207 Share Posted February 15, 2016 The codes are for your first ride anywhere. You would need four different Uber accounts. I am pretty sure you need different credit cards. I know the Capital One Quicksilver offers a 20% statement credit for each Uber ride. Thank you for the quick reply! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
royalcruz Posted February 16, 2016 Author #208 Share Posted February 16, 2016 I used Uber this morning from Port Everglades to my house. The driver arrived in about 5 minutes. We used XL because we had 2 large suitcases, and we ended up with an SUV. There is a $2 surcharge for port pickups. As soon as we ordered the pickup, we messaged the driver to tell him the ship and terminal, and we waited in the private car pickup area. It was great!:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dbld777 Posted February 17, 2016 #209 Share Posted February 17, 2016 Are there any problems getting an Uber pickup at one of the SE 17th St. Hotels(i.e. Embassy Suites) to go to a Princess ship at Dock #2?? I know it's a pretty short trip and like some taxi drivers, they may not want that low a fare? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justprettynpink Posted February 17, 2016 #210 Share Posted February 17, 2016 Are there any problems getting an Uber pickup at one of the SE 17th St. Hotels(i.e. Embassy Suites) to go to a Princess ship at Dock #2?? I know it's a pretty short trip and like some taxi drivers, they may not want that low a fare? No, we did exactly that in December. Drivers do not know where they are taking you until they start the ride. Your ride might be short but then they might pick someone up from the port after they drop you off which might be a good money ride. If even though Uber drivers do not expect a tip, if my ride is short or if I get good service (help with bags) I will tip them. I hope you have a good cruise...get a room that ends in 15 though 19 to have a view of the port :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chamima Posted February 21, 2016 #211 Share Posted February 21, 2016 No, we did exactly that in December. Drivers do not know where they are taking you until they start the ride. Your ride might be short but then they might pick someone up from the port after they drop you off which might be a good money ride. If even though Uber drivers do not expect a tip, if my ride is short or if I get good service (help with bags) I will tip them. I hope you have a good cruise...get a room that ends in 15 though 19 to have a view of the port :-) We just used Uber for our ride from Port of Miami to our hotel in Fort Lauderdale. It was about $42 including the port fee. It was a really pleasant experience! (Even though the driver spoke no English and we speak no Spanish) It was actually not only less expensive than a cab but we didn't have to wait in the long cab line. I'd really recommend it. Justprettypink - how do you add in a tip? We have some short rides coming up and will want to do that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dbld777 Posted February 21, 2016 #212 Share Posted February 21, 2016 We tried to use Uber this morning to go from FLL to Embassy Suites on SE 17th St. Waited 10 minutes for a driver that was coming to pick us up and then all I got was a receipt for $0.00 and an email that said congrats on your first Uber ride. Not a good first time Uber experience. We ended up taking a cab. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jh2360 Posted February 21, 2016 #213 Share Posted February 21, 2016 (edited) Anyone who hasn't used Uber before can use promo code i26v5 for a free ride credit. Just enter the cose before you request your first Uber ride. Edited February 21, 2016 by jh2360 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justprettynpink Posted February 21, 2016 #214 Share Posted February 21, 2016 Justprettypink - how do you add in a tip? We have some short rides coming up and will want to do that. You can give your driver cash if you wish. Uber does not allow tipping with their app. Tipping is not required***** and drivers do not expect it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justprettynpink Posted February 21, 2016 #215 Share Posted February 21, 2016 We tried to use Uber this morning to go from FLL to Embassy Suites on SE 17th St. Waited 10 minutes for a driver that was coming to pick us up and then all I got was a receipt for $0.00 and an email that said congrats on your first Uber ride. Not a good first time Uber experience. We ended up taking a cab. Yikes...that would be a bad first impression...sorry you had a bad experience Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jh2360 Posted February 22, 2016 #216 Share Posted February 22, 2016 We tried to use Uber this morning to go from FLL to Embassy Suites on SE 17th St. Waited 10 minutes for a driver that was coming to pick us up and then all I got was a receipt for $0.00 and an email that said congrats on your first Uber ride. Not a good first time Uber experience. We ended up taking a cab. I've used in countless times to get around and have never had an issue. But, like anything in life, it isn't perfect. Sorry to hear you haf a bad experience. Try contacting corporate. They are pretty good when it comes to customer service from the stories I've heard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dom89 Posted February 23, 2016 #217 Share Posted February 23, 2016 Can someone let me know their fair going from FLL to Port Everglades directly? I can use the fair estimator but not sure how it works with the surcharge. Would it be just the $4.50 for pickup at FLL or would it also include the $2 surcharge in the port? Does the surcharge only apply to the pickup location? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justprettynpink Posted February 23, 2016 #218 Share Posted February 23, 2016 Can someone let me know their fair going from FLL to Port Everglades directly? I can use the fair estimator but not sure how it works with the surcharge. Would it be just the $4.50 for pickup at FLL or would it also include the $2 surcharge in the port? Does the surcharge only apply to the pickup location? Thanks! I can tell you that our charge from FLL was 11.17 (without a discount) to Embassy Suites. That included the 4.50 FLL surcharge. When we were dropped off at the port, there was no surcharge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dom89 Posted February 23, 2016 #219 Share Posted February 23, 2016 I can tell you that our charge from FLL was 11.17 (without a discount) to Embassy Suites. That included the 4.50 FLL surcharge. When we were dropped off at the port, there was no surcharge. Thank you. I guess the surcharge is only for the pickup and doesn't include the drop off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justprettynpink Posted February 23, 2016 #220 Share Posted February 23, 2016 Thank you. I guess the surcharge is only for the pickup and doesn't include the drop off. I did check on my DH's account and we were charged $2 surcharge when we were picked up at the port. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dom89 Posted February 23, 2016 #221 Share Posted February 23, 2016 I did check on my DH's account and we were charged $2 surcharge when we were picked up at the port. I can work with that. Thanks for looking into it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kftw Posted February 24, 2016 #222 Share Posted February 24, 2016 (edited) For pick up at Fort Lauderdale airport do we need to stand in a certain area? Also wanted to make a run to Total Wine. We want to make sure the driver's time is compensated while we run in to pick up wine that will be ordered online. Do their meters charge by time or mileage? Edited February 24, 2016 by kftw added "Fort Lauderdale" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justprettynpink Posted February 24, 2016 #223 Share Posted February 24, 2016 Stand in the "Chauffeured/ Drivers for Hire" area. It was in front of the hotel shuttle area, near the center loop. Uber charges by time and mileage. Even though tips are not required, you can tip if you feel they need to be compensated more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kftw Posted February 24, 2016 #224 Share Posted February 24, 2016 Stand in the "Chauffeured/ Drivers for Hire" area. It was in front of the hotel shuttle area, near the center loop. Uber charges by time and mileage. Even though tips are not required, you can tip if you feel they need to be compensated more. Thank you so much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tawaik Posted March 3, 2016 #225 Share Posted March 3, 2016 You guys are the best!! I was just checking airfare for October cruise on Jet Blue which does not fly to Miami. Jet Blue does fly into FFL and the port is 25 miles away and costs $31 with Uber!! This is a great price to get to the port of Miami. Has anyone used Uber from the port of Miami back to FLL airport?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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