I first heard about Lyft, a San Diego ride-share program distinguished by the over-the-top pink mustache, from my friend, Nicole and this past weekend had an opportunity to try it out for myself!
The idea is similar to Uber - a nontraditional taxi service, ridding of the impetuous cab ride. You request a ride via your mobile device, get picked up in a personal vehicle and only pay a suggested donation.
On Saturday, the hubs and I used it to go to the Padres game. The ride was quite an experience being picked up in with a guy dressed as a pirate, a talking puppet, pirate music and pirate hats for us to don! The driver was very pleasant, ensuring we were comfortable, informed and hydrated. He explained the process - he rates us as the customer and then we have an opportunity to rate him. Upon arrival, Lyft provides a suggested donation that includes time, mileage and tip. As customers, we have agency to pay as little or as much as we want! The total cost from Pacific Beach to Padres Stadium (approximately 14-miles) was $25 (that includes tip!). Not only is it a more pleasant ride but it's economical! Try it out!
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