How to Hire the Perfect Michigan Wedding Limousine

You planned all the major details of your wedding including the banquet hall, bridesmaid dresses, photo booth rental, DJ entertainment, lighting design, etc. Did you consider your transportation options? Oops, don't feel bad most couples don't know how to go about reserving their transportation. The limousine driver can be a crucial aspect of your celebration. What if they are late and you do not at arrive at your venue on time? This happens all the time, but if you are careful about your choice, then your day will be stress free. You should hire your transportation service early in the planning stages, especially if the date of your reception is during popular wedding dates (June, September).

Consider the tips below when selecting your Michigan wedding limousine

When planning your wedding, it's smart to establish a list of who is riding in your limo. Remember that the wedding dress will probably need some extra space to avoid wrinkling or any other mis-haps. Then you also have to take into consideration the size of your bridesmaid's dresses. It's better to allow for extra room in the limo versus not having enough. You may want to include your wedding photographer in the list of riders. This vendor usually accompanies the bridal party in the limo on the way to the photo shoot locations.

A good idea is to check your local listing for wedding limousines. A simple Google search will reveal the different companies around your area. If you are not happy with the results, then Yellowpages.com can also be a good source. A great way to get started is to ask family and friends who they used when renting a limousine.

After finding a couple of services you should quickly screen them over the phone. Once they have your date available, your next step is looking at the vehicles. If the company only has one fleet of vehicles, such as only Lincoln Town Cars, then you should definitely consider other options. There's nothing wrong with the Town Car, but if that's their only vehicle this means the vehicle is heavily used. Most of us are not mechanics, and we will not be able to determine the reliability of the vehicle just from a quick glance.

Once you're on-site, pay attention to the chauffeurs and ask your rep questions:

Are the chauffeurs licensed? What is their expected etiquette? What does their uniform look like? How familiar are they with the area that your wedding reception is in?

Do not rely on GPS, sometimes they are inaccurate. If the driver is solely relying on the GPS system, that is something that should sound off little bells and whistles.

How are you being charged? Consult with the limo company about their rates. Some companies offer their limo services on an hourly basis, while others go by a nightly fee. Ask if they have any packages or discounts available. Sometimes if you book for the whole weekend you will receive a better rate. Also, limo packages during Sundays and off-peak times usually lead to nice discounts.

After deciding on a limousine company, thoroughly look over their contract. You shouldn't feel pressured to sign the contract on the spot. This is the best time to double check for the correct times and price. Also notice the type of vehicle and description, look over the cancellation policy, and find out what's the cost of canceling. Lastly, ask when your deposit is required and call about a week or two in advance to reconfirm your dates.

When planning your wedding reception, you want the day to be perfect. If you take the tips above into consideration, you can avoid last minute surprises. Like a boy scout, it is good to be, "always prepared". Congratulations and feel free to leave your thoughts and comments.

Robert is the entrepreneurial spirit for Encore Event Group. His team provides the wedding DJ in Michigan, lighting designs, and photo booth rentals that also serve Mackinac Island. Visit the following link for more information about how to hire the perfect Michigan wedding limousine.

by Robert Reno - 2010-02-18

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