Thursday, May 27, 2010

Limo Hire - What Information is Required When Making a Booking?

When arranging a booking for a limo hire transfer, it is important that all relevant details are given to ensure smooth pick up and drop off for your passenger. Firstly, contacting your service provider by email is easiest form of communication, as it allows for all relevant information to be written down and consequently followed up should any issues arise. You should receive a return email with confirmation that your booking has been received. Whether your contact be by email, phone or web enquiry, it is important to have the following information at hand.

The day and date of travel - often if people include both the date and day, a discrepancy can be noticed while making the booking and can be rectified faster.

All passenger's full names and mobile contact numbers - mobile contact numbers as especially important when passengers are arriving at the airport, as there can be up to 2000 people in the airport terminals at any one time and some passengers may miss a sign with their name on it.

The pick up address - the full details of the address for every passenger including any relevant directions or information to assist the driver locate the pick up point.

The pick up time - ensure your allow for travel time including traffic problems. For outgoing airport transfers, most professional chauffeured hire car providers like to determine the pick up time on behalf of their passengers to allow for traffic and airline deadlines.

The drop off address - the full details of the address for every passenger including any relevant directions or information to assist the driver locate the drop off point.

Your preferred method of payment - having an account with your provider is the easiest method of payment as is giving your provider your credit card details when booking your transfer. Both methods remove the need to handle money, credit cards or dockets at the end of the trip.

Don't forget the following:

Do you or your passengers require additional items? - Are there any items you require for your transfer, such as a baby capsule, baby seat, booster seat or a trailer for extra luggage?

Consider the type of vehicle you require for your transfer. Most providers can also assist moving large groups (9+ passengers).

Looking for cars for your wedding? - Most providers have a standard rate for weddings. There are very cost effective wedding package available.

How will I pay? - Apart from establishing an account and paying with your credit card, most providers accept Cabcharge and cash as method of payment. Watch that different payment methods have different merchant fees and your provider may pass these on to you.

Always remember when confirming prices, to ask if things like tolls, airport parking fees, international pick up charges, baby seat charges, trailer charges and special events fees are included in the price. It is easy to get caught out at the end of the trip with these extra charges that are often not included in your quoted price.

PV Limousines is a leading limo hire company and is recognised as providing specialist advice and guidance on the right type of limo and driver particular to the occasion needed. PV Limousines provides excellence in Sydney Limousines hire services

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