Skedaddle is a new app that is kind of like “the Uber” of city to city, suburb to city and city to country travel. The app allows users to charter a bus that will go to any destination in North America. You can book a personal bus to shuttle you to a nearby concert, a nearby winery, beach or to the mountains for a day long hiking trip. The service is similar to UberPool in the way that other people outside your friends and family can join your bus ride.
Here’s how it works: download the app and enter where you want to go. If someone has already set up a bus going to your desired destination, you can purchase a seat and pack your bag. If no one has booked a route, you can create an entirely new one for free and invite your friends, family or colleagues. Skedaddle will also alert people your route has been created if you need to fill more seats. Now, how cool is that?
“As long as we have 10 people, we will provide a shuttle van or bus to service that route and bring people on their way,” explains Skedaddle’s CEO and co-founder Adam Nestler. “We see this as the future of mass transportation outside of cities.”
The price of a seat depends on how long the trip is and whether you want the bus to wait to take you back. The average cost of a seat comes out to $35, Nestler said.
Right now, the person who creates the bus charter can choose the pick-up location.The app will use an algorithm to choose a central pick-up location on where each rider lives.
The New York-based startup has already moved over 45,000 people between major cities by letting users tap into “existing but underutilized charter bus infrastructure.” While routes can be set up as either one-way or round-trip, the company expects that over time, as density and demand grows, most trips will become one-way.
Here are a few of the highlights I personally enjoy about the Skedaddle App!
NATIONAL PARK FOUNDATION DONATION PROGRAM
- From Yellowstone to Zion, Acadia to Shenandoah, Skedaddle – the on-demand bus pooling app – is the easiest way to get out and explore any national park. All summer long, Skedaddle is donating $1 to the National Park Foundation for every rider traveling to any national park.
- The donations will be used by the National Park Foundation to support its mission to protect the parks through critical conservation and preservation efforts; connect Americans with their incomparable natural landscapes, vibrant culture and rich history; and inspire the next generation of park stewards.
- Last year was a record year for the National Parks. There were 331 million visits, breaking attendance records for the third straight year, and 2017 is expected to be big.
- Interested park goers can explore or start their own Skedaddle routes at letskedaddle.com or via the app on iOS and Android.
- Once at least 10 people agree on the same ride, the route goes “live,” and Skedaddle guarantees to send a professionally-driven vehicle to transport the group.
SKEDADDLE APP FEATURES
- Social Integration: Get notified when your Facebook friends join routes, see friends’ reservations as you explore route and never miss a trip with your crew.
- Customization: Sometimes you need transportation that goes beyond the first stop. With private routes, add stops along the way and shuttling options to suit your needs. If you have additional special requests, reach out to the Skedaddle customer experience team for support.
- Speed: Skip the endless bidding with transportation companies and let Skedaddle give you the best value in minutes when you start your private route.
- Pricing: When you create a private route, you’ll get the option to foot the entire bill, split it evenly with your group, or cover a portion of the total cost and have the riders share the difference. The ride payment is up to you!
- Track Your Ride: View your vehicle’s location in real-time as it approaches your pick-up location. Finding your ride and hitting the road is easier than ever.
- Vehicle Options: Skedaddle offers a wide range of options for vehicle size and type. From sleek executive vans, to festive party buses, to top quality full size coaches. We work with the best operators to provide the safest and most comfortable ride without the hassle of a traditional charter experience.
WEBSITE // SOCIAL PAGES
- letskedaddle.com
- Instagram: @letskedaddle
- Twitter: @letskedaddle
- Facebook: Skedaddle
{Thank-you to Skedaddle for partnering on this post!}
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