Transportation and Medical Tourism

Posted on: 19 November 2015

These days, party buses are extremely popular for young people. They provide a relatively cheap method of transport for a large number of people to and from parties and nightclubs. However, as it is a recent phenomenon, not many people know what factors to keep in mind when they are looking to rent a party bus. There are many cowboys out there who won't provide the service your money demands. Here is some advice to make sure you have an enjoyable and safe party bus experience.

Proof of permits and insurance

This is one of the most important things to look at when looking for a party bus and is also one of the most overlooked. All party buses require inspections and drivers who have B licenses and who need to maintain daily logs. You should always double check with the bus hire company about these details as well as enquiring about the license number and the insurance type.

Ask for a book confirmation

There is nothing worse than being ready to go somewhere and your ride fails to turn up due to a mix up or confusion on either end. When you are hiring the bus, make sure you receive written confirmation of the specific type of bus you are hiring, the agreed rate, the times and locations for pick up and drop off as well as other relevant details such as the deposit amount.

Cancellations

If something unexpected occurs and you have to cancel the bus hire, you need to know exactly what you are entitled to. The majority of bus hire companies will be cooperative and allow you to reschedule the hire or they may charge a minimal cancellation fee.

Food and drink

A lot of the fun that you have on the evening happens in the party bus before you arrive at your destination. Some bus hire companies will allow you and your guests to bring their own food and drink, while some other companies will provide it for you as part of the package deal.

Music

The bus hire company will always have music available and sometimes even a DJ. However, everyone has their own music tastes and you might want to bring a CD or music player to play your own music. Ensure that you discuss this with the hire company in advance.

Price

Different companies have different rate structures; some will have a per hour rate while others will have a flat fee. Always be crystal clear on any surcharges like petrol costs etc. You don't want to be hit with a hidden fee when you go to pay your bill. You should also enquire about the amount charged if you go over the allotted time, as well as the tipping policy.