What To Expect When You Rent A Limousine
Are you considering taking a joy ride through the city? Maybe you need a lift to the prom or you want to plan the ultimate girls' night out! Whatever the reason is, consider taking a limo. Knowing what to expect when it comes to renting a limousine is crucial to have a stress-free rental process and ensure that you find the limo that suits your needs. In this article, we’ll answer the most frequently asked questions when it comes to renting a limo.
What Is A Limo?
A limo, or limousine, is any luxury vehicle driven by a chauffeur. The type of vehicle ranges anywhere from a sedan to a party bus. What distinguishes a fancy limo from a yellow taxi is the quality, comfort, and special amenities. The purpose of a limo is to transport people in comfort and style, with features like leather interior, refreshments, and an exceptional stereo system to elevate your experience. The number of people in your group will determine the size of the limo necessary. With groups of 8 to 10 people, stretch limousines are recommended while a sedan would be perfect for an intimate date night.
Factoring The Cost
Limos in the Salt Lake City area can range in price from anywhere between $90 to $1,000. A few factors that go into determining the final cost are the type of limo, distance and travel time, and extra add-ons or upgrades. The more seating in a vehicle, the more expensive it will be. Be sure to take into account the distance you plan to travel and for how long, because this can raise the price significantly. Any upgrade usually comes with a rise in price, so choose wisely what is important, and what you could do without. Decorations might be nice but not necessary!
Amenities And Features
When choosing your limo, it all comes down to the question: “does it have what I need?” What you need depends entirely upon the occasion, and lucky for you, there is a limo for every event. The following is a list of some of the main features you might want:
Flat Screen TVs
Refreshment Bar
Mood lighting
Bluetooth connectivity
Sunroof
Customized decorations
Enhanced audio system
Personal attendant
These features are what defines what a limo is an are exclusive to limos. Without them, the ride just isn’t the same and you may as well take the bus.
How Far In Advance Should I Reserve A Limo
It’s recommended to reserve your limo anywhere from 2 weeks to 3 months in advance. The sooner the better. This is especially important when you have a large group or specific features that you would require in your limo. Keep in mind when booking for holidays or prom season, it’s important to book far in advance in order to beat the crowd and secure your ideal ride. The sooner you book, the more likely the limo you want will be available. Some companies, like Bella Limousine, can be booked for the day of, if circumstances allow.
Is There A Cleaning Fee?
Usually, the cost for cleanup is already included in the initial price of the rental. In the case of damages or excessive mess, there can be a separate sizable cleaning fee. Most limo companies have differing policies for this so be sure to contact your limo company about theirs.
Can I Bring Food And Drinks In A Limo
In most cases, yes! With many limousine companies, drinks are provided and upgradeable. Food and drinks may be prohibited for parties under the age of 18. And some companies may only allow drinks. To find out what your limousine will allow, contact the company for their food and drink policy, as it differs by company.
Is Smoking Allowed?
Unless specified otherwise by the company, smoking is strictly prohibited in most limousine company vehicles, in accordance with the smoking regulation in Utah. If this rule is violated, a penalty fee for the offender will likely be applied.
What Does The Booking Process Look Like?
To book a limo is fairly simple, after doing some research, you decide on a company that looks promising. Start by contacting the company to find out their availability and get a quote. With that settled, provide any necessary information and make the required deposit. Finally, confirm your booking and any other details.
When Does My Rental Begin
The rental begins when the customer is picked up by the limo and ends at the time the customer is dropped off. The time spent riding is known as “the run,” which is the duration of the limo ride from start to finish. We suggest coming prepared with a cool playlist especially if you’re on your way to your wedding!
What If We Need To Go Over Our Allotted Time?
Going over time is permissible if there is not a booking directly after your own. If there is a booking directly after, the run will end at the time originally designated by you. In the instance that there is no booking after yours, you may extend the run for as long as the limo’s schedule allows. The standard rate would apply to the extra time spent in the limo. To prevent having to cut your activities short, prepare an itinerary complete with stops that you plan to make and book enough time to get through all of it!
What To Expect
A ride in a limousine isn’t like a trip to your local grocery store. That’s because you don’t have to navigate or worry about your ETA. The chauffeur does all the worrying for you so that you can sit back in a spacious, elegant, and extremely comfortable ride. Taking a limo allows you to live in the moment with no thought of the future. It will get you where you need to go when you need to get there. Not to mention that you will look awesome stepping out of it! So bring all your friends and expect to have a carefree enjoyable time out!
Remember
When renting a limo it’s important to be familiar with the entire process from choosing the right vehicle to being prepared for the ride. Now that you know what a limo is and are more familiar with the expectations, you’ll be prepared for the picking process, the ride, and everything in between. Contact our company, Bella Limousine, if you are interested in renting limo services in Northern Utah. We wish you luck on your journey!
