A week ago, I talked about the awesomeness of Uber. For new members you can now get $25 free here in addition to the $10 for signing up here. Free money is good.
Three On Thursday
- 2,000 United miles for making a trade
- Meeting a spend? American Express gift cards are fee-free with code GIFTFG1 through the end of August. Go through the Big Crumbs shopping portal for 1.4% cash back.
- If you don’t have status at Marriott, get free Silver status here.
Subscribe To Deal Emails From Airlines
USA Today posted a good article on how to subscribe to airline emails for airfare deals and special offers.
Tuesday Foursome
- Many of you have American Express cards. If so, try here to see if you get a free one-year ShopRunner membership. This is a $79 and gets you free 2-day shipping from many stores.
- Save $50 off a $150 Travelocity hotel booking here.
- Win 100,000 American Airlines miles.
- Some bonus points if you buy British Airways Avios. I don’t know how many people actually would, with the Amex Membership Rewards transfer bonus going on.
My First Uber Experience
Like most of you, I hate taxis. Cab drivers are weird, the cars smell, and it’s never a great experience. Well, I’m happy to say I had an INCREDIBLE first Uber ride last week. I’d heard about it so many times and it was time to give them a shot. Using their app (or a text message), your request a ride, the car shows up quickly, and you don’t worry about cash. Your card is on file and there is no tipping involved. You just get out of the car and go on your way. Oh yeah, my driver was awesome and he was driving a black Cadillac Escalade. Very impressive first Uber ride! I saved $10 for my first time and you can do the same here. David (the driver) said this has all been through word of mouth and they haven’t spent anything on advertising. I told him I was sold…no more taxis for me!