What a cold day to be outside, this morning I picked up this costumer, he was feeling so cold so I decided to drive my limo into his driveway, it was a great idea and the costumer was so much happy.
The limousine service is not just a drive from A to Z, it is also an emotional, when you feel it while you do it, it will turn to be something much better than what it meant to be.
Monday, January 28, 2008
Sunday, January 27, 2008
What if you get cheated by a limousine company?
As sour as it may be, unfortunately it happens: limo companies that rip off their customers. Not only is your special day ruined, but they might charge you a whole lot of money for it too! what can you do? We will list some steps to take here:
first of all, be smart before you hire a limo. Ask the limo company for a copy of their terms and services. either they can mail one to you, you can come and pick up a copy or you can read them on their website. If they are unwilling to provide you with one,. take your business elsewhere! Do not let them tell you they will give it to you with your invoice after making your reservation: you should be able to read it BEFORE you make your reservation.
Another point to consider before hand is to pay with a credit card. that way, if they charge you for services not provided, you can ask your credit card company to reverse the charges. Be sure though you do this as soon as possible, to make sure you can get your charges refunded.
Also, it is wise to inform with the Better Business Bureau about the company you choose. And of course, recommendation for a company from friends and colleagues is always a better way to pick a company.
Secondly, after being ripped off, you can have your case heard as the small claims court. this usually does not cost you too much money but it might take a while before your case can be heard.
And last but not least, send all the details of your experience to your Better Business Bureau, so others are warned not to make use of the services of that company.
After having said this, we must state that whenever something goes wrong, a reputable limousine company is usually friendly and willing to assist to find a solution for the problem, and maybe not charge you or even refund you your fees. If you do find a company thats able to deal with a complaint adequately, please make sure you tell others about it, for any company that is able to provide service under bad circumstances is truly able to provide service!
first of all, be smart before you hire a limo. Ask the limo company for a copy of their terms and services. either they can mail one to you, you can come and pick up a copy or you can read them on their website. If they are unwilling to provide you with one,. take your business elsewhere! Do not let them tell you they will give it to you with your invoice after making your reservation: you should be able to read it BEFORE you make your reservation.
Another point to consider before hand is to pay with a credit card. that way, if they charge you for services not provided, you can ask your credit card company to reverse the charges. Be sure though you do this as soon as possible, to make sure you can get your charges refunded.
Also, it is wise to inform with the Better Business Bureau about the company you choose. And of course, recommendation for a company from friends and colleagues is always a better way to pick a company.
Secondly, after being ripped off, you can have your case heard as the small claims court. this usually does not cost you too much money but it might take a while before your case can be heard.
And last but not least, send all the details of your experience to your Better Business Bureau, so others are warned not to make use of the services of that company.
After having said this, we must state that whenever something goes wrong, a reputable limousine company is usually friendly and willing to assist to find a solution for the problem, and maybe not charge you or even refund you your fees. If you do find a company thats able to deal with a complaint adequately, please make sure you tell others about it, for any company that is able to provide service under bad circumstances is truly able to provide service!
Friday, January 25, 2008
From one of our drivers: New Transportation experience
I have this short story to tell you, one day I was driving the costumer to the airport, the costumer was not friendly at all but who cares, I am doing the best I can, on the road there was a big object laying in the middle and blocking the way, I started to think fast and I had a phone service installed on my vehicle so I called the emergency and reported that incident.
The costumer was too much appreciated and he turned into a very nice and friendly person, in the end he lift a good tip and he said that he will use our service again.
The costumer was too much appreciated and he turned into a very nice and friendly person, in the end he lift a good tip and he said that he will use our service again.
Thursday, January 24, 2008
The art of giving a gift....
Now I fully realize the holidays are over, but doesn't that make giving a gift to a loved one extra special? Just because you love them, out of the blue, with no indication whatsoever? I mean, that would be really a surprise wouldn't it? And I happen to know the perfect gift to give: A limousine with driver! You think you cannot afford this? think again! You can book an event your loved one loves to go to, such as theater, shopping, dinner, baseball game, anything they want! After this, it might surprise you to find that you can actually afford a limousine with chauffeur to drive you there! wouldn't that be the ultimate gift to give: his/her favorite outing while being driven around in a glamorous limousine? Or maybe your loved one loves to just go out to town for a night having the limousine at his/her becking to go where ever he/she wants to go? I am sure they will never forget such a gift and I am sure you will never forget the excitement in their faces! what is left to say but: have a wonderful day/night!
Monday, January 21, 2008
How to choose a good limo company?
Once you have decided that you would like to hire a limo for your occasion, you might feel overwhelmed by the task to choose a company. Most simple way: to ask friends, family, co-workers etc if they once hired a limo company or if they know of one that they can recommend. Or recommend to stay away from. If a company has a bad reputation or you hear bad stories about them, it is better to find another one. There are many different companies that offer many different services. You want to choose one that offers well maintained and professional looking driver and car, friendly customer service and is willing to work with you to plan your event. If you find any of these factors missing, again, it is better to find another one. Because there are many companies to choose from, you can easily compare prices ands services. Yet, you might want to take into consideration that cheapest is not always best since the prices depend on factors such as type and model year of the car, what kind of amenities it comes with and what extra services are included. We hope this will assist you in finding the perfect limo company for your special day!
Sunday, January 20, 2008
To tip or not to tip?
When services are rendered teh eprson paying for those services has the option to pay a tip as to appreciate the work done. this is a very well known custom on our society. basically, tipping is up to the discretion of the person him/herself and how much to tip too. But there are some things to take into consideration. When hiring a limo service with a chauffeur you might have different situations in which tipping plays a different role.
First of all, the tip might be inlcuded in the hiring price, especially in short term trips. it usually amounts to a 15-20% of the price. This is done to protect the driver, for in many cases people using short term limo trips might not think of tiping the driver.
Secondly, sometimes, the chauffeur performs additional duties other than just driving, such as red carpet rollout, photography service and beverage services. In this case tipping is expected and it is appropriate to tip 15-20% at least, depedning on the duties of the driver.
Thirdly, sometimes the drievr has to go trough troubles getting the passenger somewhere in time and circumstances might present obstacles. In other words, the trip doesn't go smoothly. An accident might have happened blocking the way, heavy rainfall slows down traffic etc. A well trained and experienced chauffeur will do his best to be in time and privde a ride as smooth as possible. In this case, tipping is apropriate and expected to be around the same amount: 15-20 % at least.
Fourthly, an experienced and professional chauffeur will do his best to provide extra service to the passenger. As I said in a previous post, some companies will provide extra complementary services. The driver will be friendly, helpful and interested, adn even preferably remember your name or your last trip if he/she drove you before. In this case tipping is customary as an appreciation but is left up to the discretion of the customer.
In summary, I think it is fair to say that tipping is a good practice as appreciation to the chauffeur in proportion to his service and effort. Actually, the only situaiton I feel tipping is not deserved is when the driver is obviously lazy, uninterested and careless. I hope you will all feel very grateful to the drivers you meet and feel happy to tip them!
First of all, the tip might be inlcuded in the hiring price, especially in short term trips. it usually amounts to a 15-20% of the price. This is done to protect the driver, for in many cases people using short term limo trips might not think of tiping the driver.
Secondly, sometimes, the chauffeur performs additional duties other than just driving, such as red carpet rollout, photography service and beverage services. In this case tipping is expected and it is appropriate to tip 15-20% at least, depedning on the duties of the driver.
Thirdly, sometimes the drievr has to go trough troubles getting the passenger somewhere in time and circumstances might present obstacles. In other words, the trip doesn't go smoothly. An accident might have happened blocking the way, heavy rainfall slows down traffic etc. A well trained and experienced chauffeur will do his best to be in time and privde a ride as smooth as possible. In this case, tipping is apropriate and expected to be around the same amount: 15-20 % at least.
Fourthly, an experienced and professional chauffeur will do his best to provide extra service to the passenger. As I said in a previous post, some companies will provide extra complementary services. The driver will be friendly, helpful and interested, adn even preferably remember your name or your last trip if he/she drove you before. In this case tipping is customary as an appreciation but is left up to the discretion of the customer.
In summary, I think it is fair to say that tipping is a good practice as appreciation to the chauffeur in proportion to his service and effort. Actually, the only situaiton I feel tipping is not deserved is when the driver is obviously lazy, uninterested and careless. I hope you will all feel very grateful to the drivers you meet and feel happy to tip them!
Saturday, January 19, 2008
Why would you hire a limousine?
Some people might ask themselves: what is all the fuss about? well, try to take a ride in a limo once and you'll find out! I don't know about you, but I cannot afford to ride all day in a limousine! So whenever there is a reason, or maybe better said, excuse, I just rent one! It just gives this extra 'pizzazz' to my special occasion and I feel like royalty for a ride! It is the perfection of your event! There are many occasions for which you can rent a limousine service, such as weddings, proms, bachelor parties (and bachelorette of course), but also birthday, fieldtrips for schools and anniversaries. Even for business trips, a limousine car with driver just gives you that extra allure as a company and as a passenger... well, you will arrive in style and rested, so you can attend to your business! And some limousine services go just the extra mile to make you feel even more pampered and luxurious. You can check out one of these companies on this website here.
So why would you hire a limousine: why would you not be treated like royalty?
So why would you hire a limousine: why would you not be treated like royalty?
Thursday, January 17, 2008
tips for booking a limousine service
When you want to book a limousine service there are some things you might not think of right away, yet these things might save you a lot of disappointment afterwards if things do not turn out as planned.... I have listed 3 points below that you should ask for when renting a limousine.
1) ask for a copy of the limo company's proof of insurance. In case an accident happens, and it can happen, you want to make sure you are covered for all cases. Even though drivers might be trained properly and experienced, they cannot control other people and their mistakes.
2) ask for an invoice of your trip and the limousine you hired, with date, time and price of your trip written on it. This way, you avoid added expenses after your trip.
3) know the limousine company's policy for cancellations before you book. Even thought nobody plans for things to go wrong, they might go wrong and it's better to know what to do in case you have to cancel your trip. There might be fees involved or you might have to cancel within a time limit. Whatever their policy, make sure you are aware of it before booking.
For more tips on what to think of when booking a limousine service, see this website.
We wish you a happy booking and a fabulous trip!
1) ask for a copy of the limo company's proof of insurance. In case an accident happens, and it can happen, you want to make sure you are covered for all cases. Even though drivers might be trained properly and experienced, they cannot control other people and their mistakes.
2) ask for an invoice of your trip and the limousine you hired, with date, time and price of your trip written on it. This way, you avoid added expenses after your trip.
3) know the limousine company's policy for cancellations before you book. Even thought nobody plans for things to go wrong, they might go wrong and it's better to know what to do in case you have to cancel your trip. There might be fees involved or you might have to cancel within a time limit. Whatever their policy, make sure you are aware of it before booking.
For more tips on what to think of when booking a limousine service, see this website.
We wish you a happy booking and a fabulous trip!
Wednesday, January 16, 2008
How many people fit in what kind of limousine car?
One of the things to consider if you want to rent a limousine is how big your group is. If you are just traveling from airport to hotel and back for work , generally between 1-4 people, a sedan town car is comfortable and affordable. If you are travelling for a holiday and carry lots of luggage, you might want to consider a suburban or yukon GMC, for they have the space to transport the people and their luggage easily. Also, you can book trips and sightseeing tours, even off road trips and longer distance trips with a 4 wheel drive Yukon GMC. Very all round cars you can say. Also, for weddings, parties and other festivities a stretch limo adds a little extra. Associated with film stars and presidents, it give a bit of allure to your day. Stretch limo's can hold from 6 to 20 people, although mostly 6 to 10 people would be accomodated for. I found a nice article on stretch limos on a website, I have pasted it here below. I hope you enjoy our blog! and again, feel free to comment or add your stories!
How Many People Fit Into A Stretched Limo?
One of the biggest concerns that many individuals have when choosing a limousine rental is how many individuals will fit into the limousine. This is one of the most important elements of a limousine rental because the number of individuals that will be traveling in the limousine will affect the overall comfort of the individuals and the pleasantness of the trip. Hiring a limousine is usually done because the individuals want to travel in comfort and style. Not having enough room for everyone in the limousine can put a damper on the entire trip. The number of people that can fit into a stretched limo depends on the style and size of limousine chosen.
The smallest stretched limousines can typically carry up to 6 passengers and a driver. An additional person may be placed in the driver’s compartment in the front of the car but this is usually not desirable. Limousines that are able to carry no more than 6 individuals in the passenger compartment typically follow a basic seating pattern; two seats at the back of the limo, two seats on the side of the limo, and two seats that are directly behind the driver’s compartment facing the back of the car. The seats directly behind the driver’s compartment fold up to allow passengers to get into and out of the vehicle easier and the side of the vehicle that is not used for seating typically has the audio/visual system and a bar area.
Mid-sized stretched limousines have the ability to carry up to 10 individuals in the passenger area of the vehicle. These vehicles are very similar to the limousines with a maximum capacity of 6 passengers, with the only major differences being a longer length and more features included in the passenger area of the vehicle. The extra features available in many of these mid-sized stretched limos include fiber optic lighting that make the interior of the limousine look more like a nightclub, fully stocked bar area, and state of the art audio/visual systems.
Larger stretched limousines can carry between 16 and 20 passengers depending on the type of limousine chosen. These limousines are commonly super stretched models of popular SUV’s such as Cadillac Escalades or Hummers. These limousines are commonly rented by larger groups of individuals for travel to a specific location, such as a sports arena, casino, or reception hall. These limos can either be rented by the hour or for the entire day, allowing the individuals to use the vehicle as much as they need. The type of limousine rented should depend on an accurate count of the number of individuals that will be traveling in the vehicle.
How Many People Fit Into A Stretched Limo?
One of the biggest concerns that many individuals have when choosing a limousine rental is how many individuals will fit into the limousine. This is one of the most important elements of a limousine rental because the number of individuals that will be traveling in the limousine will affect the overall comfort of the individuals and the pleasantness of the trip. Hiring a limousine is usually done because the individuals want to travel in comfort and style. Not having enough room for everyone in the limousine can put a damper on the entire trip. The number of people that can fit into a stretched limo depends on the style and size of limousine chosen.
The smallest stretched limousines can typically carry up to 6 passengers and a driver. An additional person may be placed in the driver’s compartment in the front of the car but this is usually not desirable. Limousines that are able to carry no more than 6 individuals in the passenger compartment typically follow a basic seating pattern; two seats at the back of the limo, two seats on the side of the limo, and two seats that are directly behind the driver’s compartment facing the back of the car. The seats directly behind the driver’s compartment fold up to allow passengers to get into and out of the vehicle easier and the side of the vehicle that is not used for seating typically has the audio/visual system and a bar area.
Mid-sized stretched limousines have the ability to carry up to 10 individuals in the passenger area of the vehicle. These vehicles are very similar to the limousines with a maximum capacity of 6 passengers, with the only major differences being a longer length and more features included in the passenger area of the vehicle. The extra features available in many of these mid-sized stretched limos include fiber optic lighting that make the interior of the limousine look more like a nightclub, fully stocked bar area, and state of the art audio/visual systems.
Larger stretched limousines can carry between 16 and 20 passengers depending on the type of limousine chosen. These limousines are commonly super stretched models of popular SUV’s such as Cadillac Escalades or Hummers. These limousines are commonly rented by larger groups of individuals for travel to a specific location, such as a sports arena, casino, or reception hall. These limos can either be rented by the hour or for the entire day, allowing the individuals to use the vehicle as much as they need. The type of limousine rented should depend on an accurate count of the number of individuals that will be traveling in the vehicle.
Thursday, January 10, 2008
other blogs by our drivers
After some absence, here another post from our commit team. We have been active in blogging though: we have encouraged our drivers to post some of their experiences with the limousine business. These are their personal stories and not company promo's. You can see them under viewing our complete profile. Again, if you have any stories you would like to share please feel free to comment, whether you are a driver or a business or just someone who has an experience to share. We accept anonymous reactions, so feel free to write whatever you wish! We look forward to reading your comments!
NOTE: we have integrated the blogs by our drivers into this blog, so just look through the newer posts and you will find their thoughts on driving a limousine and their experiences!
NOTE: we have integrated the blogs by our drivers into this blog, so just look through the newer posts and you will find their thoughts on driving a limousine and their experiences!
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