The Grandest New Year’s Celebrations Around the World

“In Minneapolis alone, our police officers have arrested 697 drivers for DWI”, said Minneapolis Police DWI Officer Steve Wuorinen.

That’s why if you have any alcohol at all, police officers are asking you to drop the keys, forget about your vehicle and find a ride home.

North Carolina Highway Patrol says they made more than 550 DUI arrests in 2015 and more than 450 so far this year.

If you’re hosting a New Year’s Eve party, include plenty of activities so guests are not drinking constantly. The another perquisite of this option is that whether you are alone, with few friends or a big circle of friends, it gives you the opportunity to get the equal amount of fun.

But make no mistake, the sometimes-controversial surge pricing of one particular app will return on New Year’s Eve.

While New Year’s Eve revelers may be more focused on celebrating than safety, all celebrants can take the following safety precautions to ensure they make it home safe and sound come January 1.

However, there is a way to get around the surge-pricing problem – time your travel for the quietest times. Also, beware of price increases the night you’re out, as fares increase based on demand. “Before you request an Uber, you’ll see the total cost of your ride so there are no unwelcome surprises heading into the New Year”, Uber wrote in the blog post.

“I think their prices should be all the same and all the time, not just go up and price gouge because it’s a holiday”, said Diane Duval of Chicopee.

Sooner Legends will host its New Year’s Eve party from 9 p.m.to 2 a.m.

He offers some other ways you can avoid drinking and driving.

But she said Calgarians should expect the usual longer waits for a cab and should set aside an hour for a taxi to arrive. Uber competitor Lyft recently expanded a partnership with Budweiser granting free rides for 10,000 people anytime through December 31. Double check the car’s model and license plate in the app before you hop in your ride, and confirm it’s your driver by asking for their name and looking at their picture.

People can also “share” their location during a trip with Uber so friends know exactly where they are and when they should arrive.