Simplified Travel This Holiday Season with New Uber Features

The holiday season is here, and with it comes an expected surge in travel. As airports get busier and travel schedules tighten, the demand for rides is increasing. That’s why Uber has rolled out new features to help you manage the holiday rush more efficiently and offer better service to riders this season.

Here’s how Uber is making holiday driving easier:

UberXXL Is Here

UberXXL offers more space for those heavier luggage loads and larger groups of travelers. This feature is perfect for airport pickups and drop-offs, ensuring riders have plenty of space for their bags and everyone can ride comfortably. Available at over 60 airports—including 40 in the U.S. and Canada—UberXXL is expanding to even more locations soon.

From Wednesday, November 20 to Sunday, December 1, eligible Uber One members can earn $20 Uber Cash on their next UberXXL ride. If you’re driving passengers with UberXXL, you’ll see the benefits of this increased demand during the holiday season.

UberX Share Now Available at Airports

UberX Share is now available at airports, allowing passengers to save up to 25% on their fare by sharing the ride with one other traveler. As a driver, this means more rides and a steady stream of passengers, even when solo riders aren’t available. You’ll still get the benefit of higher demand as UberX Share continues to roll out across major U.S. airports like Austin (AUS), Denver (DEN), Newark (EWR), and more. Internationally, it’s also available in Amsterdam (AMS) and Madrid (MAD), with more locations to follow.

Enhanced Uber Reserve Features for Holiday Planning

For drivers who like to plan ahead, Uber Reserve is getting some upgrades to make holiday rides smoother. With the Flight Capture tool, Uber will help passengers plan their trips to ensure timely pickups, while flight tracking adjusts your ride if a flight is delayed. Passengers can also schedule multiple stops during these rides, which could help with errands, picking up family, or dropping off gifts. These added features are designed to make your holiday driving easier while improving the passenger experience.

A New Uber Shuttle Option for LaGuardia Travelers

Uber Shuttle is expanding to LaGuardia Airport, with a new route from downtown Manhattan to the airport. This service provides more options for riders and an opportunity for you to drive passengers to and from the airport affordably. Expect more airport routes to be added soon, creating additional opportunities for earnings.

iPhone Home Screen Widget for Faster Access

Time is always of the essence, especially during the busy holiday season. Uber is now offering a new widget for iPhone users, making it faster to request a ride with just two taps. By updating your iOS system and the Uber app, you’ll be able to access this feature, potentially shortening the wait time between rides and keeping your holiday driving as efficient as possible.

Making Holiday Driving Easier with Uber

With all these new features, Uber is helping you make the most of the busy holiday season. From more space for passengers and luggage to efficient scheduling tools and more earning.

Source: Uber