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Why Choose Private Transportation For Family Travel

2/28/2019

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Find out why you should use a full-service transportation company for family travel.

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​Every trip or vacation starts with getting from your home to the destination and then back again. That's why I always put a great deal of thought into planning how I’m traveling to the airport or cruise, as well as the best way to explore a new destination. This sets the tone for how your vacation is about to begin.
Nowadays, there are many options for ground transportation. You can catch a ride from a phone app, wave down a taxi on the street, or arrange private transportation ahead of time. It's a lot to think about. That's why I wanted to go directly to the source and ask a professional why I should use a full-service transportation company for my family’s travel. 
​Joe Rosensweet, Owner & President of Thoroughbred Sedan, Van, & Bus, a full-service transportation boutique, has the experience to know the ins and outs of private transportation services. For the past 4 years, his company has specialized in corporate/airport transfers, special event shuttle services, and other point-to-point transfers in the Baltimore/Washington, D.C. metro area and beyond.  
Baltimore, Maryland and the surrounding areas are easily accessible to fantastic vacation options. You can cruise to the Caribbean or Bermuda directly from Port of Baltimore. There are also many non-stop flights to fantastic regional or international destinations from BWI Marshall Airport. Consider riding the rail and take Amtrak from Baltimore's Penn Station. Or if you are visiting Baltimore as a vacation itinerary in itself, you'll want the best way to get around. When I'm traveling, I like for it to be luxurious, reliable, and easy. 
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I was anxious to hear what Thoroughbred Sedan, Van, & Bus has to say! Whether you live in this region or across the country, these are all questions to think about when deciding what kind of transportation service or company you want to use. 

​QUESTION: What are the advantages of using a private transportation service versus driving and parking at the airport?

​ANSWER: Our passengers have the advantage of being driven to the airport in a comfortable vehicle that is large enough to seat all passengers and fit all luggage. Thoroughbred drivers are all knowledgeable of local airports and will track your flight to ensure you arrive to the airport on time for your flight and will drop you off at curbside departures of the correct airline for your trip. Another benefit to using a private transportation service would be that our passengers are able to avoid airport parking lots and waiting for shuttle buses at specific times and locations. They also no longer have to remember exactly where they parked (who wants to do that on vacation) – which in turn also removes the stress of keeping track of their parking receipt. 

​QUESTION: We’ve always traveled as a family. How do you and/or most private transportation services handle the need for infant and child car seats? ​

​ANSWER: Thoroughbred always goes above and beyond to accommodate our clients. Typically for safety precautions, we suggest that our clients bring their own car seats for the ride to and from the airport or train station, or cruise terminal. Thoroughbred will store the seat for the duration of our clients trip and it will be in the vehicle for the return service. However, if there is enough notice given, Thoroughbred has provided car seats in the past for a small installation and rental fee. 

​QUESTION: If traveling with a large group, do you have any strategies or tips you recommend? ​

​ANSWER: We have a wide variety of vehicles that can seat groups ranging from 1 passenger up to 55 passengers. Our suggestion when traveling is to size up with vehicles, so that all passengers plus their luggage can fit. For example, if a group of 8 is traveling via BWI, we will use a 14 passenger van with the back row removed. If a group of 14 is traveling, we have the option of utilizing two of our large passenger vans, or a 25 passenger mini coach. We will always work with our clients to ensure their needs are met.
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​QUESTION: People tend to think private transportation is a much more expensive option. How does pricing typically work?  ​

​ANSWER: Pricing really depends on which vehicle is being used, the hours in service, and mileage between locations. Our rates are comparable with other popular transportation services, but when booking with Thoroughbred, our clients have the confidence in knowing that they will arrive to their destination on time. We create a travel plan dependent upon their flight departure, train time, cruise time, etc. All drivers and dispatch physically track flight times and train departures to check for any delays or changes in gate, therefore clients will be aware. Our contracts are paid in full prior to service and we stay in contact with the lead passenger on the travel day, so the benefits truly outweigh any increase in rates. 

​QUESTION: I love exploring a new destination. Do private transportation services give city tours? ​

ANSWER: That is a service that Thoroughbred has been looking to provide! We certainly have done something similar in the past upon request – but each service is custom to what the client would like. During wedding season, we have provided walking tour guides to give personalized tours for wedding guests when there is downtime between ceremony and reception. Some cities that we’ve done this in are Annapolis, Baltimore, Bel Air, and even Gettysburg. If a client is looking for a personalized city tour, our Event Manager, Sara would be more than happy to put together an itinerary with local hot spots and fun facts about each location!
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​QUESTION: Let’s hear! What is the strangest transportation request you’ve ever had? ​

​ANSWER: Life is always interesting in the transportation industry, and we’ve definitely had some interesting requests from our clients.

​One of my favorites is the time that we had a driver head into New York City to pick up a wedding dress and return it to Baltimore, without any bride being present – just the driver. Another favorite is when our owner Joe drove around DC in order to pick up three dozen empanadas for clients, without any passengers on board. Imagine how good that smelled!

When it comes to weddings, our on-site liaison becomes part wedding planner also. We have moved countless amounts of flowers between hotels and venues. Also, our Event Manager Sara also spent one night transferring wedding welcome bags from the clients’ home to a party bus while our clients were having their rehearsal dinner – that way the bags were there for their guests once dinner was done, but not before dinner began.
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So, is a full-service transportation company a must for travel? From what I hear, I think so! 

Have More Questions or Need a Ride? 

​If you live in the Baltimore region or will be visiting the area, here’s how you can find them:
Thoroughbred Sedan, Van, & Bus
Website: Thoroughbred Sedan, Van, & Bus LLC
Phone: 443.226.3191 
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A big thanks to Joe and Sara from Thoroughbred Sedan, Sedan, Van & Bus for answering my questions and providing the pictures of their fleet you've seen here. 
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Choosing the best way to get around while vacationing sets the tone for how your vacation is about to begin. There is a lot to think about. Find out from a professional why you should use a full-service transportation company for family travel.
18 Comments
Bob link
12/29/2020 10:12:23 pm

I like your airport tips. I need to get a limo. That way it can take me home.

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Alyson (My Virtual Vacations)
3/6/2021 05:09:37 pm

That is the best part!! Makes it very easy. Thanks for reading!

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Eli Richardson link
2/12/2021 04:05:44 pm

It really helped when you said it using private transportation it's a great option for your next vacation. My wife and I want to take our family on a surprise vacation in a few months. We're starting to plan it, but we were worried about how to fit the whole family and their luggage in a taxi. After reading your article, we think it'll be a good option for us to rent a private transportation service. I appreciate your information about the benefits of having a private transportation option for your vacation.

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Alyson (My Virtual Vacations)
3/6/2021 05:08:46 pm

Thanks for reading and I’m so happy it’s helpful! I think you’ll be very happy using private transportation. It’s SO much easier coming and going without dealing with dragging luggage, far parking lots, etc. I hope you enjoy your trip!!

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Braden Bills link
3/23/2021 11:26:29 am

I'm going to be taking my family a flight to another state for vacation, and I want to make sure we can get around after we land. It makes sense that I would want to hire a car to take us out of the airport! It would be so nice to not all have to squeeze into a taxi.

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Alyson (My Virtual Vacations)
3/28/2021 12:31:15 pm

Yes!! That’s exactly the way to think. Vacation is something that should be relaxing and full of new experiences too. I hope you have a wonderful time!

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Kristofer Van Wagner link
3/24/2021 12:33:07 am

Thank you for pointing out that one of the benefits of hiring a private transportation service is that it offers convenience. The other day my sister shared that she is looking for a private airport shuttle service. After reading your post, I will look for a reliable service for my sister since she will be in Hawaii for work for a few weeks.

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Chris Pederson link
6/18/2021 10:58:03 am

I'd love to avoid airport parking lots at all costs. So hiring a transportation service from the airport sounds like a great idea. Besides, it would be a lot faster and it could take us straight to our hotel.

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Alyson (My Virtual Vacations)
6/21/2021 08:46:26 pm

I like the way you think, Chris! I’m not a fan of crazy airport parking fees either. Thanks for reading!

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Mia Evans link
9/6/2021 07:43:14 pm

Thanks for helping me understand that pricing would vary based on the vehicle, hours used, and mileage. I will share this tip with my best friend now that they plan to book car transport services. It's because they saved up for this trip that they want to have for her birthday this year.

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Quest Limos link
8/10/2022 02:32:49 am

Great article and information. well researched on Private Car Service & transfer.

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Victoria Addington link
8/22/2022 08:40:18 am

I appreciated how this post mentioned transportation costs rely on which vehicle is being used. My friend wants their company trip to be safe and smooth. I should advise her to hire a safe and reliable transportation company for their trip.

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Iris Smith link
8/26/2022 02:58:48 am

Thank you for mentioning that using a private transportation service would allow our customers to avoid parking in airport lots and standing in line for shuttle buses at predetermined times and locations. My family and I will be on vacation. To avoid wasting time, we intend to use a private bus.

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Eve Mitchell link
11/10/2022 04:51:47 pm

Thanks for mentioning that pricing is based on the hours and the type of vehicle. My kids and I are planning to visit my parents for Christmas, and we want to invest in an airport transportation service. I think this would reduce a lot of the stress that comes with traveling.

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Alyson (My Virtual Vacations)
11/26/2022 10:01:28 am

Definitely! It’s the best way to start out a holiday travel. Have a happy holidays and trip!

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John Carston link
11/22/2022 08:02:56 pm

It helped when you said that one of the best ways to explore places is to have a transportation service. My best friend told me the other day that he was looking for shuttle transportation that could provide comfortable transportation for our wine-tasting vacation trip this upcoming Sunday. I appreciate you helping me learn more. I will consider consulting a luxury transportation service for more information about their services.

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Alyson (My Virtual Vacations)
11/26/2022 10:03:26 am

Thank you for reading!

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Millie Hue link
12/22/2022 06:07:27 am

I appreciate that you talked about how the price would depend on what vehicle will be used, the number of hours in service, and the distance of the locations. I will make sure that I will book an airport transportation service with a reasonable rate after asking around in Manchester. It has to be within the budget while giving us a comfortable ride going to the event venue and back to the airport after so that we can go home on the same day.

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