Had an amazing time working together with Anna Fellet and Marta Nieto Cayuela yesterday. Collaborating with these two brilliant minds is always extremely rewarding and fun!
We’ve started planning something exciting, and I can’t wait to share more about it in a few months.
A big thank you to Marta for hosting me at the Uber office in Barcelona. Your hospitality made the day even better!
Exciting times ahead, Damián Fernández! Thank you for sharing your ideas and brainstorming with mine to shape the Localization industry future; thank you for the brightness and optimism you bring and the lens to turn knowledge into change, and possibility into reality.
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Cabs vs Uber in Vegas.
G2E Uber riders be aware getting to your hotel could be as much as double in an Uber vs a Cab.
Cabs in Vegas now have fixed pricing from Harry Reid to hotels. Surge and high volume prices can inflate your Uber ride.
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I am glad to say that, Uber made my means of transport very invaluable.
1. Convenience: Uber provides on-demand transportation, allowing users to book rides at their convenience through a mobile app. This eliminates the need to wait for traditional taxis or navigate public transportation schedules.
2. Accessibility: The widespread availability of Uber services in various cities enhances accessibility, ensuring that users can easily find a ride when needed. This is especially beneficial in areas with limited taxi services.
3. Cost-Effective: Uber's pricing model often proves to be cost-effective compared to traditional taxis. Users can estimate fares in advance, avoiding unexpected charges, and may find Uber to be a more affordable option for regular commuting.
4. Transparency: The app provides transparency in terms of fare calculation, route taken, and estimated time of arrival. This transparency builds trust among users, as they have a clear understanding of the service they are receiving.
5. Safety Features: Uber incorporates safety features such as driver and trip ratings, real-time tracking, and sharing trip details with contacts. These features contribute to a sense of security for passengers, addressing concerns related to personal safety during rides.
6. Cashless Transactions: The cashless payment system simplifies the payment process. Users can link their preferred payment method to the app, eliminating the need for physical currency and making transactions seamless.
7. Driver Accountability: The rating system encourages drivers to provide excellent service to maintain a high rating. This accountability contributes to a consistent level of service quality across the platform.
8. Innovation: Uber continually introduces new features and services, such as UberPOOL for shared rides and Uber Eats for food delivery. This innovation enhances the overall user experience and provides additional value beyond traditional transportation.
9. Flexible Employment: For drivers, Uber offers a flexible earning opportunity. Individuals can choose when to drive, allowing for supplemental income or a full-time occupation based on personal preferences.
10. Global Reach: Uber's presence extends globally, making it a reliable option for transportation in various countries. This is particularly beneficial for travelers who can rely on a familiar service in unfamiliar locations.
In conclusion, Uber's impact on the means of transport is multifaceted, offering convenience, accessibility, cost-effectiveness, safety, and continuous innovation, ultimately making it a valuable and reliable choice for many users worldwide.
The controversial debate over reclining seats on airplanes may soon come to an end, thanks to the introduction of more streamlined seat designs.
"It’s only a matter of time before reclining seats disappear completely", Aviation and Travel Expert William McGee told Condé Nast Traveler during an interview published on Monday, April 15.
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"When you land in Rome, it takes a 50-minute taxi ride to go from the airport to the city center. We were heading to the city center for a meeting with a client, and as we always do, we took a cab.
We were in the backseat preparing for our meeting when the driver decided it was time for a small talk. He had spent the previous weekend on the Amalfi coast with his family. Listening to his words, we could clearly visualize the fantastic view of the Mediterranean Sea he had from a cozy, tiny apartment in the middle of Positano. He had spent three days with his wife and two kids there, living at a local’s place in Positano exactly as people living there do. Obviously, he was not talking about a hotel, but of an Airbnb. After his experience, he tried to convince us that hotels were the past and we had to use Airbnb instead. It is cozier, more welcoming, and above all cheaper than a hotel room. He even had some friends renting their apartments, just in case we were interested.
When we told him that we studied these companies, he was thrilled and asked for other similar services to use personally and share with friends. But when we mentioned Uber, the atmosphere in the cab changed abruptly.
To be an Airbnb user was terrific for him. Still, as a potential competitor, Uber was a lot less cool. He had several good reasons to consider it unfair, from the type of driving license needed to ride a taxi in Italy to the cost of the compulsory cab license. “Airbnb is right because hotel owners take advantage of the customers offering overpriced services; we [taxi drivers] barely can survive with what we gain,” he said.
It was spring 2015; in those days, Uber was rapidly growing in Italy, but several strikes were taking place, even attacking the Italian country manager."
Are you interested in knowing how the story continues? That's the beginning of "#PlatformThinking - Read the past. Write the future" that Tommaso Buganza and I suggest as a good #SummerReading!
Enjoy #August, and hear you soon, dear #LinkedIn community!
Btw, the image is a #Midjourney + #PhotoshopAI combo 😁
Today I learned that Uber now charges a fee for booking your rides in advance. It's an interesting shift in their pricing model that could impact how we plan our travels. What are your thoughts on this change? #Uber#Travel#PricingModel
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1moExciting times ahead, Damián Fernández! Thank you for sharing your ideas and brainstorming with mine to shape the Localization industry future; thank you for the brightness and optimism you bring and the lens to turn knowledge into change, and possibility into reality.