As the holiday season ramps up, Grab Philippines is unveiling a range of features designed to streamline holiday travel and deliveries. With initiatives to improve affordability, reliability, and fairness, here’s how Grab is making this busy season easier for everyone.
1. Enhanced Ride Options: GrabCar Saver and Group Rides
Grab is focused on offering more affordable ride options that keep up with holiday demand. With GrabCar Saver, riders can enjoy discounted fares lower than the standard GrabCar, allowing for budget-friendly trips without sacrificing reliability. Additionally, Group Rides enables up to four passengers to share a ride’s base fare, making it ideal for family and friends traveling together while also helping ease holiday traffic.
“While we continue to prioritize the accessibility of our services, we are also closely monitoring the fairness of our fares to ensure that our driver-partners can earn sustainably and viably this holiday season,” shares Ronald Roda, Grab Philippines Country Head. This commitment to affordability ensures that both riders and drivers can benefit during the busiest time of year.
2. Advance Booking for Stress-Free Holiday Travel
Grab has introduced Advance Booking, allowing riders to schedule rides up to seven days in advance. This feature is perfect for those who need guaranteed transport to the airport or other important destinations during the holidays. By securing a ride early, users can enjoy a more relaxed holiday travel experience, knowing their ride will be on time.
Reflecting on Grab’s goal to make travel seamless, Roda says, “Our data and studies all lead to a singular insight: Filipinos just wish to be present this Christmas – fully engaged with families and friends as they celebrate the most beloved holiday. Grab aims to bring our kababayans much closer to their loved ones, and help them create special moments this holiday season.”
3. GrabFood Group Order and Saver for Holiday Meals
For festive gatherings, Grab has introduced GrabFood Group Order, a feature that allows multiple people to order from the same restaurant and receive discounts that increase as more people join—up to 15% off. This is ideal for group meals and family celebrations, making it easier to coordinate orders while benefiting from savings. GrabFood Saver also offers reduced delivery fees, which is especially useful for smaller, individual orders.
“With features like Group Order, Grab is supporting holiday get-togethers by making food delivery more accessible and cost-effective for families and friends,” adds Roda. By offering ways to save on holiday meals, Grab is helping users stay connected without stretching their budget.
4. Commitment to Fair Fares for Drivers
To ensure fairness for both passengers and drivers during the holiday rush, Grab has refined its fare structure. Working closely with regulators, Grab is committed to keeping fares transparent and balanced, so that riders can afford their trips while drivers earn fairly amid heavy traffic. This balanced approach is crucial for Grab’s commitment to both service reliability and driver satisfaction.
Roda notes, “By ensuring fair earnings, we hope to encourage more drivers to continue serving our passengers in spite of the traffic situation, helping maintain service reliability on our platform.”
5. Increased Driver Supply for Better Availability
To meet the high demand of the holiday season, Grab has onboarded new driver-partners with support from the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB). This increase in driver supply is intended to improve availability, reduce wait times, and enhance reliability even during peak holiday hours.
“We have been preparing since January of this year — working with our regulators towards a more balanced demand and supply, and launching a series of technologies to provide our consumers with a better holiday experience,” Roda explains.
Additional Grab Features to Elevate Your Holiday Experience
In addition to these top features, Grab has also introduced several other options to support users throughout the season:
- Large Orders for bulk meal deliveries, allowing customers to access special deals for big gatherings.
- GrabUnlimited Subscription Expansion, providing an 8% discount on every GrabCar ride for frequent users.
- Traffic Management Strategies to optimize travel times for drivers amid holiday congestion.
- Transparent Fare System to ensure all fares align with regulatory standards and remain affordable.
With these innovative features, Grab is helping Filipinos enjoy a more seamless, affordable, and connected holiday experience.
