Tips For Renting A Limousine For Your Special Occasion

Tips For Renting A Limousine
For Your Special Occasion

First Step: Decide the type of limousine (Standard Stretch, Super Stretch, SUV Hummer, Escalade, Rolls Royce) desired color, the number of passenger. How many hours you would like to rent the limousine.

Questions to ask when calling to inquire about renting a limousine:

While most people assume that all companies are equal, well they are not. Most consumers concern themselves with the hourly rate first and this is a typical mistake, since most of the times you get what you pay for!

When you hear a price that is much lower than other companies be for warned it will probably mean the year, make and features of the limousine offered are older and over used. So the word to the wise: Pay the extra $5-15 dollars more per hour. For a first class vehicle and the professional service you can expect to get from a well trained driver. Besides when you consider that a typical 3 hour minimum you are only talking $75.00 dollars on the high end for a new six passenger limousine versus one that has gone beyond the 100,000 mile mark and the car looks like it too.

Multiple Vehicle Discounts- If renting more than one vehicle. Example: a limousine, a bus, be sure to ask about discounts that may apply to the second vehicle. Many companies offer special discounted rates when multiple vehicles are used.

Murphy’s Laws Back Up - Will the limousine company provide you with a live person to contact during your scheduled event should you require any assistance. If not, be certain to obtain a contact phone number of an operating manager in charge.

Additional Questions To Consider:

How long has the limousine company been in business?

Do they have testimonials from past clients?

How big is their limousine fleet?

What types and colors of limousine are available on your specified date?

Do the vehicle have air conditioning and heat controlled from the passenger area?

What are the cost?

Are there minimum hour requirements?

Is the gratuity/tip included in the final price?

How much are tolls if applicable?

Are the vehicles fully stocked and are the drinks complimentary?

Does your company charge for driving time to and form the limousine rental company or does the time start when the driver arrives at your pick up location?

How are the drivers dressed?

Some limousine companies have a uniform standard while others do not. The appearance of the driver is as important as the appearance of the vehicle and you will want to have your driver appearance professional and clean.

If renting for a wedding and want to display a “Just Married” sign can it be attached to the vehicle? If so, does the company provide a standard sign or allow you to attach your own. If so is their and extra cleaning or service charge.
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Creative Wedding Transport Solutions Arrive and Leave in Style

Creative Wedding Transport Solutions

Arrive and Leave in Style

Cars are likely to be the last thing on the minds of the busy, overwhelmed couple. However, family and attendants, some of your out-of-town guests, and most importantly, you and your significant other, will need some mode of transportation. Choosing your own escape mobile, like any other feature of your wedding, should balance and go with your sense of style as a couple.

In some places you can hire a horse-drawn carriage! Your carriage should be stylish and clean. You cannot go a long distance by carriage and not keep your guests waiting. Follow the coachman’s advice about touching the horses and feeding them delicacies at the wedding, and try not to spill drinks, either on his carriage or on your wedding dress, when the horses lurch to a start or stop.

Your transport has to be big enough to hold the often-voluminous attire of the bride without crowding. If you opt for a limousine service there are several things to remember as you shop around. Make sure to ask several questions when looking for a limo service. You may want to take cost into account and hire a service just for your specific needs, although almost all wedding limousine companies have packages.

You don’t have to limit yourself to these two time-tested options. Why not rent a car or SUV limo if you have a large bridal party? Have a blast from the past and use a classic car. A hot-air balloon can be a fun way to arrive at your wedding reception. Arrive on horseback. A couple that enjoys golfing can arrive on a golf cart. Arrive on tractor for a country-themed wedding.

Companies across the US and Canada rent out luxury cars such as Mercedes, BMW’s, Lexus coupes and Saab convertibles. Matching mountain bikes, in-line skates and horses are other travel options. If you’ll be tying the knot in an unusual setting such as a deserted beach, a mountain, or a Venetian canal, nothing will complete the moment quite like the theatrical arrival by means of parasail, helicopter or man-powered gondola. However, if you have a large wedding party, and want them to arrive with you, you can’t beat a party limousine!

When it comes to choosing a mode of transportation, some brides make a few calls from the Yellow Pages and make their selection based on the lowest price. If you decide to go with the classic limo, or even a luxury rental, you should ask some questions: what types of vehicles the company offers, which car will you get on your wedding day, what color, what is the year and model of the car, additional fees, what if you need it longer than expected, etc.
submitted by:MIchelle O'Connor