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Whether
you want to arrive in style or make sure your guests have the convenience
of a valet service to handle their cars, you must determine the reliability
of such a service. Here a few things to think about when considering hiring
a valet or limousine service.
Valet
Services Provide Ease and Convenience:
- Valet
companies will greet your guests at the door and the park their cars
for them, keeping them from walking a long distance from a parking lot
to the building. Hosts have enough to worry about, and a valet service
eliminates one of those worries.
What
a Valet Service Should Provide:
- Valet
companies should provide enough on-staff drivers to serve the number
of guests you are expecting. They should also have references available
and provide proof of up-to-date insurance.
When
to Start Looking for a Limousine Service:
- Many
limousine rental companies are booked a year in advance, so as soon
as you know you're going to need a limousine, book it!
How
to Look for a Limousine Service:
- First,
determine your needs. Then, call area limousine services to see what's
available and to compare prices.
- Keep
in mind that a more expensive limousine doesn't mean a better quality
limousine.
- It
is wise to inspect the actual limousine you'll be using to avoid any
unexpected surprises.
Smart
Questions:
- Do
they have any recent references or letters of recommendation?
- How
many limousines are in their fleet?
- What
types and colors do they have available?
- What
year(s) are their limousines?
- Do
the vehicles have air conditioning/heat that can be controlled by the
passengers?
- Do
they carry "commercial" liability and medical insurance for their passengers?
- What
are the costs?
- What
is included in the cost?
- How
are the drivers dressed?
- Is
gratuity included in the rental cost?
- Are
you able to consume alcoholic beverages in the vehicles?
- Can
signs be attached to the limousine, such as "Just Married"? If so, is
there a cleaning/polishing charge?
Source:
Hospitality Networks -- www.eventplanning.com
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