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Riding in Style In LA - Limo ServiceLos Angeles is one busy town, and we're not talking just the hustle and bustle, we're talking about some pretty serious traffic issues. Getting around LA, whether driving to work, going to the airport, taking kids to school, or running errands, can all turn into nightmares once you get out on the highway. Unfortunately, we can't get out of most of these binds, but there are times when hiring a professional driver and limo service is a great option. Most people use limousines for several purposes - getting back and forth to the airport and avoiding parking charges, for business meetings when visiting a new city, for special occasions like prom nights, bachelor parties, big dinners, and for weddings. In Los Angeles, people even use limousines for shopping, touring, and avoiding having to drive in traffic in general. Check out some of the best limo services in LA - and leave the driving to them! How much do limos in LA cost? About the same as other big cities - read below for some example prices and rates.
Best Los Angeles Limousine Services - Limo PricesWith the huge population in the LA area, there are a lot of limo companies in Los Angeles to choose from. Some cater to corporate customers while others focus on airport transportation while others are more into the party scene, and you will find limo vehicles to match those tastes, from stately Lincoln town cars and Mercedes S Class sedans, to tricked out stretch Hummers complete with neon lights, fancy TVs and bars. Executive Transportation Service at ExecLimoService.com offer stretch limos that can seat 6, 8, or 10 passengers, for $50-$60 per hour (3 hour min.) Sun - Thurs, $5 more per hour on Fri. and Sat. with 4 hour minimums those days. You can get a Cadillac or Lincoln Town Car for $35-40 per hours. As you can see, if you are going out with a few friends, having a professional driver keep you safe if you are bar hopping or drinking won't set you back that much when you split it 4 or 5 ways. They also have a big party stretch Excursion and Navigator that hold up to 20 people, with a full bar, for $100-$120 per hour. They also offer city limousine tours, wedding and prom service (with complementary champagne!). Their phone number is 800-348-4010.Also check out LA-Limo.com (800-743-4183). They offer 24 hour limousine service in and around Los Angeles - all the airports (LAX, Burbank, Long Beach, John Wayne, Santa Monica, and Van Nuys, available for first class sight seeing tours, wedding limo service, even movie star home tours of Hollywood! Their rates are comparable to other limo services in Los Angeles. Crown Limousine of LA is another good choice, at CrownLimoLA.com (1 (800) 933-LIMO ). They offer 24 hour dispatch service and have some hot vehicles, like the super stretch Escalade or Hummer 2, with privacy partitions, full bar, and entertainment centers. They also offer shuttle service in and around neighboring cities - for example, it costs $340 for a chauffered sedan ride to San Diego. They service all airports as well in the Los Angeles area. Finally, check out LALimo.com, phone 888-544-4222. They can take you all over the LA and neighboring area - about $50 to go from downtown LA to LAX airport, $70 from Calabasas to LAX, $80 from Costa Mesa, $40 from Gardena, $80 from Laguna Niguel, $100 from Ontario to LAX, etc. General hourly rates are $60 for a Benz sedan, $45 for a Lincoln, Towncar, $70 per hour for a Lincoln stretch 8 seater, and $185 for the super stetch Escalade that seats 20 - now that's a party!
Lastly, we recommend calling AmericanLimos.org at 877-88-LIMOS. These guys have been in the driving business for 30 years, and they can help you with any Los Angeles transportation needs you may have -- wedding, proms, tours, corporate transportation, airport shuttle service, nights out, sporting events, etc. They will pick up from all hotels and offer free airport dropoff at the end of any tour you book, making a great way to see a little more of LA at the end of your trip, fit in a little shopping, then get dropped off right at the airline counter. The Rodeo Drive and Movie Star Home tour is a memorable trip, letting you at least temporarily jet-set with the bigshots of Hollywood, Beverly Hills, and LA! What kind of limo rates do they offer? 10 passenger limo for $65 per hour, 20 passenger SUV for $100-$120 per hour, and tours at $65 per hour for a 10 passenger limo. Limousine Tips - What to look forWhen selecting a limo, there are some things to think about besides just the price. Obviously, most people care about what the limo looks like - some companies simply offer transportation services in any old vehicle -- vans, sedans, SUVs, etc. If you are looking for a specific type of car, be sure it is available and request it. Also, find out how new the vehicles are -- a brand new stretch limo is much more impressive than an 8 year old one. Punctuality and reliability is also very important - who cares about saving $20 on your limousine if it shows up an hour late, or makes you miss your flight? For big events like weddings, book your limo trasportation well in advance, and get a written confirmation. And speaking of tips, YES, limousine drivers expect to be tipped at the end of your ride - 15-20% is standard. If your driver takes care of you and shows you a good time, take care of him.
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