Wednesday, July 3, 2024 Uber to begin its new range of yacht services and so the summer travel industry in Europe is seeing a significant surge. The ride-hailing giant’s latest offering, Uber Yacht, debuts in Ibiza this August, promising a more opulent way to explore the island. In a first for the company, Uber Yacht allows users to pre-book a private yacht via the Uber app.
Starting from €200 per person, groups of up to eight can enjoy an eight-hour journey on a Sunseeker yacht. The service, departing daily from Ibiza Town Marina at noon, includes a personal skipper, champagne, and artisan snacks. Transfers to and from the yacht are provided from anywhere on the island.
Beyond Ibiza, Uber is expanding its nautical reach with several other water transport services. In July, Uber will launch ‘Limo Boat’ in Venice, offering on-demand boat rides through the Venetian Lagoon. Priced from €120 per trip, the service can accommodate up to six passengers and operates daily from 8am to 8pm.
In Greece, Uber Boat will extend its services from Mykonos to Athens, Corfu, and Santorini. This service allows travellers to access beach clubs, scenic coves, and remote areas in style. Meanwhile, in Paris, Uber Cruise offers a free one-hour electric boat tour along the Seine, providing views of Notre Dame, Le Louvre, and the Eiffel Tower, complete with complimentary bubbly.
These services are a response to the growing demand for Uber’s mobility solutions in Europe’s tourist hotspots..
