As you plan for your next vacation, you will need to make arrangements for all aspects of your trip and make sure you cover every area. You will need to plan for your vacation rental house, transportation while you are there, any activities you will enjoy, and your air travel and shuttle transportation there and back. There are a lot of different shuttle companies to choose from, so here are some tips to help you hire and arrange for your next airport shuttle transportation service.

Plan For Time

When you are scheduling your transportation to and from the airport, you want to make sure you allow for the right amount of time for your delivery service. You don't want to be hurrying once you arrive at the airport because you can easily miss your flight if you cut the timing too closely. The airlines recommend that you arrive at least an hour before your flight, so you want to plan for at least an hour of extra time.

Also, look at the distance you need to travel and how long this route will likely take, then add in some extra time to allow for traffic, construction, an accident, or the possibility of your driver running behind. If the trip is more than an hour, plan for time to stop on the way for breaks, using the restroom, or buying a meal. For example, if the drive is going to last eight hours, be sure to allow for several rest stops and a stop for a quick bite to eat. Ask the shuttle service agent if the driver will be able to stop or run through a fast-food drive-thru to pick up a meal.

Plan For Interior Space

Another important consideration in your shuttle service is the amount of interior space to hold everyone in your party including their luggage. You may want to look at a van or a bus for a large number of guests and luggage. But for one to two individuals, a sedan or a minivan should be adequate to provide enough space for the service. Talk to the reservation specialist about their recommendation for multiple individuals in your group and approximately how much luggage each person will have to make sure it will all stow away safely during transportation.

As you shop around, be sure you look for a good deal on your services but with plenty of positive reviews for the shuttle company, then make sure to confirm your reservations just before your trip.

For any questions about airport transportation, contact Empire Corporate Transportation.