How Uber could make your trip safer
Submitted by Wanderlust AndiThe Uber app in India offers the ability for passengers to press a 'Panic' button if they feel unsafe. However this button is noticeably absent from the US version of the app.
The Uber app in India offers the ability for passengers to press a 'Panic' button if they feel unsafe. However this button is noticeably absent from the US version of the app.
There are a large number of things that can cause people to fear travel, sometimes to the point that those who need a vacation the most will avoid it instead of enduring more stress.
Some of the common fears reported by Facebook users have included financial issues, the unexpected, accommodation errors, food issues, and more. However, these issues are both less common than many fear, and can also often be avoided with some careful planning in advance.
Hotels can have vulnerabilities that allow peeping Toms to look into your room. Which, let's face is, just feels creepy. Quite often, the curtains just don't close well. And, if you are on the first floor, or have a walkway in front of your windows, you can feel very exposed.
Luckily, there are a few easy ways to prevent this:
With new ride sharing options taking up more of the market, safety in these services becomes a key concern. There have been stories of people being picked up by someone who was not the designated driver. So, to help keep you save while using these new and cheaper services:
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