VennDiagram Posted December 31, 2016 #51 Share Posted December 31, 2016 I honestly do not get this . Not one person here is trying to push Uber on you or anyone else. What would be the reward for doing such a thing? .... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Thank you, that was exactly what I was trying to express. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VennDiagram Posted December 31, 2016 #52 Share Posted December 31, 2016 ... And if I should happen to lose my car in a large parking lot...the phone will quickly pinpoint the location. Silly stuff...but darn nice. Hank Thanks Hank! I really need to find more information on this particular app :) My new car is very similar to my previous car, and I have wasted more time than I care to admit, looking for the white car, when in fact it is the SILVER one I should be looking for :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveOKC Posted December 31, 2016 #53 Share Posted December 31, 2016 (edited) Have to add a couple of points: First, I like taking the shuttles from the airport to the hotel (various ones). It usually is a bit of a wait (15 -20 minutes most of the time), but we do not have to worry about the taxi getting "lost". Plus it is FREE. Second, last month we tried calling (hotel front desk did it) a taxi (Yellow) from Hyatt Place to the port, but the cab never showed so after 20 minutes we ended up on a shuttle (which was fine as cost about the same). I think the hotel to port shuttles have improved their "game" over the past few years. Third, I recently upgraded from a dumb to smart phone and find it to be great for cruising. My service (Project Fi from Google) has very reasonable fees when out of the country (20 cents per minute on phone and normal $10 per Gigabyte on data). Of course it uses wifi first for data. Now when I get to a port I do not have to look around for wifi just to check my emails and some normal searches (this way I leave my large Ipad at home). Last cruise I used this cell data at two ports and paid less than 50 cents at each. While at home I use my wifi most of the time and my monthly bill with tax is about $25! Edited December 31, 2016 by DaveOKC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IndyDenise Posted December 31, 2016 #54 Share Posted December 31, 2016 I just read where a Uber driver foiled a human trafficking ring and saved a teen runaway from prostitution. I don't think this had anything to do with Uber but to do with the character of the driver. He saw something wanky and did something about it. It was nice seeing something positive about Uber in the news for a change ( once again I'm not saying the character of the driver was Ubers doing .. just like a bad driver who screened okay but is a psycho is their fault either) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IndyDenise Posted December 31, 2016 #55 Share Posted December 31, 2016 That was one of several perplexing posts in this thread last night. Some people really struggle during the so-called festive season, and I think we need to be understanding of that. Thank you for reminding me of this, in my safe cocoon I often forget about those who find this a painful time. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
innlady1 Posted December 31, 2016 #56 Share Posted December 31, 2016 I would have peed my pants AND thrown up. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk LOL! I'm surprised I didn't. One or the other...or both. [emoji13] Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizzie68 Posted December 31, 2016 #57 Share Posted December 31, 2016 The thing is, us older folks simply don't like change or progress sometimes - whether it be smart phones or Uber. But, like anything else we don't like, we shouldn't begrudge it when others embrace new things. I had a flip phone that served my needs for so long and then one of the young 'uns in my family pushed me to get a smart phone and then showed me how to use it. A whole new world opened up.:D:) So I say, if you don't want to change, fine, but don't put down anyone else who does - but at least give it a try before dumping all over it. Next on my list - Uber. Which is a bit difficult as Vancouver still won't allow them in, but by gosh we sure need some competition to the taxis here:(. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted December 31, 2016 #58 Share Posted December 31, 2016 (edited) I'm going to add here.. we all have our own comfort levels and to belittle someone else's is wrong. Me, I HATE Jamaica.. hated it since 2010 while on a cruise that stopped at Ocho Rios. More so after staying there at Moon Palace in April 2016. ( free week at an all inclusive with friends so I went ) I don't feel safe in Jamaica and the peddling bothers me. Some people love it, some people can't wait to go to there. Not me, I will never step foot on Jamaican soil again. I fullr agree about Jamaica. OchoRios ands Monegtego Bay are two plaxes I will never set foot off the ship. again. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk The thing is, us older folks simply don't like change or progress sometimes - whether it be smart phones or Uber. But, like anything else we don't like, we shouldn't begrudge it when others embrace new things. I had a flip phone that served my needs for so long and then one of the young 'uns in my family pushed me to get a smart phone and then showed me how to use it. A whole new world opened up.:D:) So I say, if you don't want to change, fine, but don't put down anyone else who does - but at least give it a try before dumping all over it. Next on my list - Uber. Which is a bit difficult as Vancouver still won't allow them in, but by gosh we sure need some competition to the taxis here:(. You contradic t yourself. You say to not put down others while you busily engage yourself time and again, puttting posters down. If if is okay fo ryou to put me down, it is okay fo r me and others to do the same. Pracitice what you breach. Sigh. Teach by example. :) Also, us older folks all have difffferent lives, different needs and respnsibilities and one size does not fit all. A little sensib ility might indicate that most of us know what works best for us individually. Instead of being so forcrefujl and crttical, try keeping in mind, you don't know the needs of anyone in the way you know your own needs Edited December 31, 2016 by sail7seas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IndyDenise Posted December 31, 2016 #59 Share Posted December 31, 2016 (edited) I guess I am confused and I would appreciate it if someone could explain it to me. I haven't seen where Lizzie has put down anyone on this thread. If I have missed something I apologize. I actually have learned a lot from this thread .. and the reasons we all have different opinions ( cell phones, comfort level, past experience) I just haven't seen any put downs , insults, etc by Lizzie and others toward the anti Uber faction. And I am in the firm stance that just because someone insults me ( or I think they have ) does not make me the better person when I insult back. I'm not saying I will "take it" but I will defend my opinions in a fair and reasonable tone. It's a message board filled with people that love cruising.. filled with many personalities.. it should be fun to learn from each other. It should be fun to debate pros and cons ., if someone does not agree with me it is not personal and I don't take issue . For some real insults check out some Carnival threads.. the word filter does not apply. [emoji12] Heaven to Betsy it's the freakin election all over again. [emoji23][emoji23][emoji12][emoji12] Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Edited December 31, 2016 by IndyDenise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizzie68 Posted December 31, 2016 #60 Share Posted December 31, 2016 I guess I am confused and I would appreciate it if someone could explain it to me. I haven't seen where Lizzie has put down anyone on this thread. If I have missed something I apologize. I actually have learned a lot from this thread .. and the reasons we all have different opinions ( cell phones, comfort level, past experience) I just haven't seen any put downs , insults, etc by Lizzie and others toward the anti Uber faction. And I am in the firm stance that just because someone insults me ( or I think they have ) does not make me the better person when I insult back. I'm not saying I will "take it" but I will defend my opinions in a fair and reasonable tone. It's a message board filled with people that love cruising.. filled with many personalities.. it should be fun to learn from each other. It should be fun to debate pros and cons ., if someone does not agree with me it is not personal and I don't take issue . For some real insults check out some Carnival threads.. the word filter does not apply. [emoji12] Heaven to Betsy it's the freakin election all over again. [emoji23][emoji23][emoji12][emoji12] Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk It's just very sad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted December 31, 2016 #61 Share Posted December 31, 2016 (edited) Denise I did not see your post until after I finisshed typing mine. Too late for me to edit. I tried tro edit the trypos and correect Practrice what you 'preacxh I wrote breach) but I think most figured that out. Edited December 31, 2016 by sail7seas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RuthC Posted December 31, 2016 #62 Share Posted December 31, 2016 I actually have learned a lot from this thread .. and the reasons we all have different opinions ( cell phones, comfort level, past experience) I just haven't seen any put downs , insults, etc by Lizzie and others toward the anti Uber faction. Agreed. I have read food for thought from a variety of points of view, and am happy for the opportunity to consider things I haven't thought of. I have not read "putdowns, insults, etc. ..." as you put it, either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IndyDenise Posted December 31, 2016 #63 Share Posted December 31, 2016 Denise I did not see your post until after I finisshed typing mine. Too late for me to edit. I tried tro edit the trypos and correect Practrice what you 'preacxh I wrote breach) but I think most figured that out. No need to explain. I didn't even process breach as breach but preach! I didn't even see it as a typo .. my mind autocorrected it! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IndyDenise Posted December 31, 2016 #64 Share Posted December 31, 2016 So, it's New Years Eve ( and my 25th wedding anniversary, happy anniversary to me! Lol) . If you over indulge this evening how are you getting home? 1) you are driving ( have fun in jail) 2) taxi 3) Uber/Lyft 4) designated driver 5) walking 6) horseback 7) shuttle 8) broomstick Me I'm going for #8 and trying out my new O Cedar! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Copper10-8 Posted December 31, 2016 #65 Share Posted December 31, 2016 So, it's New Years Eve ( and my 25th wedding anniversary, happy anniversary to me! Lol) . If you over indulge this evening how are you getting home? 1) you are driving ( have fun in jail) 2) taxi 3) Uber/Lyft 4) designated driver 5) walking 6) horseback 7) shuttle 8) broomstick Me I'm going for #8 and trying out my new O Cedar! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Good one!:) Happy New Year all and let's be careful out there tonite Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
innlady1 Posted December 31, 2016 #66 Share Posted December 31, 2016 (edited) Thoughtful post, IndyDenise. Thank you. I, too, haven't seen where Lizzie has put anyone down. As far as smartphones, Uber, and other new technology goes, I'm of the opinion that trying new technology keeps us young...or at least younger than if we didn't give it a whirl. We have to keep up...texting is how I communicate with my kids and grandkids. It is, after all, almost 2017. [emoji7][emoji8][emoji173] Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Edited December 31, 2016 by innlady1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
innlady1 Posted December 31, 2016 #67 Share Posted December 31, 2016 (edited) Good one!:) Happy New Year all and let's be careful out there tonite IndyDiane.... We have moved to an over 55 and are going to the party at our clubhouse. We're good. Happy Anniversary to you! [emoji175] Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Edited December 31, 2016 by innlady1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizzie68 Posted December 31, 2016 #68 Share Posted December 31, 2016 So, it's New Years Eve ( and my 25th wedding anniversary, happy anniversary to me! Lol) . If you over indulge this evening how are you getting home? 1) you are driving ( have fun in jail) 2) taxi 3) Uber/Lyft 4) designated driver 5) walking 6) horseback 7) shuttle 8) broomstick Me I'm going for #8 and trying out my new O Cedar! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk I'm sure I should opt for #8 too;) but our plans are open right now, however, if we do go out I will be #4. Happy New Year to you and all CC-ers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted December 31, 2016 #69 Share Posted December 31, 2016 (edited) zHappy Anniversary, Denise. Have aa great evening. And good advcice for none of us to over indulge and cerrainly to not drink/drive. I may eat too much but I don't drink too much. Happy,, Healthy New Year to all. Edited December 31, 2016 by sail7seas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
innlady1 Posted December 31, 2016 #70 Share Posted December 31, 2016 I'm sure I should opt for #8 too;) but our plans are open right now, however, if we do go out I will be #4. Happy New Year to you and all CC-ers! I'll opt for #4, too. As we'll drive to the Clubhouse here...too long a walk late at night. DH is my Designated Driver! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IndyDenise Posted December 31, 2016 #71 Share Posted December 31, 2016 (edited) No matter what your choice of transportation is I hope you have a Happy , safe and smooth sailing into the New Year... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Edited December 31, 2016 by IndyDenise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Hlitner Posted December 31, 2016 #72 Share Posted December 31, 2016 (edited) Hank,Which app will locate your car...or start it, for that matter? I have an iPhone as well. We have a Hyundai Genesis with all the bells and whistles including their proprietary "Bluelink" system. Our iPhone has the Bluelink app which lets us do quite a few things remotely....including remote starting, remote locking/unlocking, remotely setting the car temperature, location stuff, etc. Its more then we need or want....but at times it is kind of fun. The darn system even sends me reports about my cars mechanical system which is ridiculous. The only thing we would like to add is the ability to summon our car and have it drive itself to our location. But I guess that will not happen until next year's model. Hank Edited December 31, 2016 by Hlitner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IndyDenise Posted January 1, 2017 #73 Share Posted January 1, 2017 To see something very cool google Tesla X Christmas Easter Egg on YouTube and check out the videos. I just had a Tesla X do this Friday.. talk about one crazy, smart car Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VennDiagram Posted January 1, 2017 #74 Share Posted January 1, 2017 To see something very cool google Tesla X Christmas Easter Egg on YouTube and check out the videos. I just had a Tesla X do this Friday.. talk about one crazy, smart car Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Awesome :D :D :D thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tampa Girl Posted January 2, 2017 #75 Share Posted January 2, 2017 Yellow Cab sent us a Prius. To the driver's credit, he got everything to fit. I'm impressed. How much of it was sitting on the passengers' laps? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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