Transportation Tag

13 Nov

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It’s that time of year again.  As we write this, the holiday season is upon us, and for a lot of people that means it’s travel time.  Whether that’s a flight home to spend Thanksgiving with relatives, or maybe family is coming in to stay with you over Christmas or Hanukkah, there will more than likely be an airplane, train or car involved for you or your family members.  And to help make that a little less stressful, we have a few suggestions. Let’s assume, like most folks, your travel involves an airplane, and therefore an airport.  And what’s the last place you want to be during the holiday travel rush?  OK, maybe the mall is the last place, but what comes after that?  That’s right, the airport.  No one really enjoys traveling to and from – not to mention making their way through the airport, even in the best of times.  Traffic snarls, parking nightmares and long security lines are just some of the reasons.  And during the holiday travel season, you can almost guarantee these things will be 5 times as bad due to the increase in passengers. If you’re flying yourself, you want to allow double the usual recommended time to get to the airport, get through security, and get to your gate.  Trust us on this one.  And if you’re driving yourself, add an extra half an hour just to be sure you can find a parking space.  If you’re taking a cab, better book that way ahead of time, and call them first thing that morning to confirm they’ll be there. If you’re using one of those unregulated phone app “car services”, better reserve that car well in advance too, if you can.  And just hope you get a driver who knows the best way to get to an overcrowded Dulles.  The last thing you need on your travel day is a lost driver staring at his GPS trying to find an alternate route around the traffic. We already talked about reducing your airport stress level in a previous blog posting, and the information there is even more valid during the holidays.  So it bears repeating that if you want to take as much stress out of getting to and from the DC area airports, hire a professional.  A well trained chauffeur who knows the city, knows the routes (and the alternate routes) to get you there on time, and as relaxed as possible given the holiday bustle. And if it’s your family who’s coming to visit you for the holidays, wouldn’t you feel more comfortable and confident knowing a professional is handling their transportation to you?  It’s one less thing to worry about, and one small way to make the holidays a little less stressful. We can’t help with your in-laws arguing over dinner, or an overcrowded bathroom in your house, but at least you won’t have to add traffic and airport messes to your list of holiday chores.  So take a look at our DC limousine fleet page, submit your free limo price quote request, or just give us a call.  We’re here 24/7 to help you with your holiday travel transportation needs. Thanks for reading, and happy holidays!...

25 Oct

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OK, guys.  It’s time for date night.  The kids are with the grandparents, and you and your wife hasn’t had a chance to go out without them in months.  You’ve already booked the restaurant, and picked up the movie tickets.  There’s only one thing left to do, to make this night perfect… Tonight is special, and you need to make it all that more special by adding a limousine to the mix.  Now it doesn’t have to be some insane 20 passenger Hummer limo or anything.  No, this time, for this occasion, something more subtle is needed.  A nice luxury sedan will fit the bill.  Something like the Mercedes S550 or a 7-series BMW will do nicely. The thing is, you’re not going to tell her you’ve booked a car until it shows up in front of the house on date night.  She’ll be expecting to drive the family car, or maybe take a cab or one of those amateur car services.  So just imagine the look on her face when a luxury sedan rolls up, driven by a professional chauffeur.   You’ll be whisked off to the restaurant in elegant style.  Your driver will take you right to the front, let you out, and be waiting for you when you’ve finished dinner.  No parking hassles, and no waiting for your car to be brought up by the valet (with some new scratches in it or door dings).  Oh, and you and your wife can enjoy that bottle of wine tonight, since neither of you will be doing the driving. After your dinner, your chauffeur will take you to the movie theater. The chauffeur will be waiting for you two when you come out.  Again, no parking issues, no traffic hassles, just a quiet relaxing ride all night. The only thing is… once your wife gets this sort of treatment, it’s going to be tough selling her on the family sedan and McDonald’s! You’ve been warned! If you like the sound of this plan, take a look at our DC limo fleet page to get some ideas, then submit your free online limo price quote, and you’ll be on your way to a fantastic night out with the one you love. Thanks for reading! ...

09 Oct

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Whether you’re just visiting Washington DC for a weekend, or you are a resident, you really owe it to yourself to see as much as you can while you’re there.  Obviously there’s no shortage of national monuments and buildings to see, but perhaps after a day or two of that, you’ll be interested in something a little different. We’re talking about wine tasting tours here.  Maybe that’s not something that immediately comes to mind when you’re in DC, but it really should be, as there are some outstanding wineries in the area, such as Boxwood Winery, Barrel Oak Winery, and RdV Vineyards, to name just a few.  You’ll find these and more on the Washingtonian website, and US News. So, once you’ve decide on which ones you want to visit, you might want to consider alternatives to driving yourself, since that’s not exactly the most convenient thing to do in a town like Washington DC, where parking is expensive, traffic is heavy, and navigation to the various wineries can be daunting. Since this is probably not something you’re going to get the chance to do very often, why not make your wine tasting that much better, relaxing and safer by booking a luxury sedan, SUV or coach for your day out?  No set destinations – it’s up to you.  Visit the locations you want to, or let our experienced chauffeurs help in that regard.  Then essentially sit back and enjoy the ride.  It’s your car, your day, your decision. Large group or small, we have a wide variety of luxury vehicles in our fleet. Sip a glass of wine while cruising through beautiful wine country.  No parking hassles, no navigation planning.  Just you, some soft music, the scenery, and the wine. If this sounds like something you’d like to try, give us a call, check out our website, or submit a free limo price quote request.  The start your DC wine tour adventure to remember. Thanks for reading.  Enjoy the wine!...

16 Sep

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Now we all know about girls night out.  In fact, we even wrote a blog post about that very thing not too long ago.  Which got us thinking… what about the guys?  Don’t they need their own night out?  We think so! Now that we’ve settled that, let’s get to planning.  Hit the bars?  Dinner?  Bowling?  Clubbing?  Cruising downtown?  All of the above?  Sure, why not.  Next decision… how are you guys gonna get there?  Taxi?  Phone app car service?  Carpool in your buddy’s mini van?  Seriously?!  No sir, not tonight.  First of all, there’s 6 of you (possibly 8), and you all want to hang out together, not take several cars.  And of course, no one is volunteering to be the all important designated driver.  The decision looks pretty clear at this point.  You guys need a limousine. OK, you know the game plan, you made your transportation choice, now it just comes down to which limo is right for you.  You could go with an SUV, or maybe a traditional stretch limo, but if you really want to stand out (and stand up inside), you need a Mercedes-Sprinter luxury coach.  This bad boy will get you there in style, with LED lighting, high end multimedia system, and class throughout. So with the destinations set, the vehicle chosen, it’s time to sit back, relax, and let your professional chauffeur handle all the driving, navigating and parking chores.  He’ll be with you the whole night.  One driver, one car, ready and waiting to take you to your next destination – whether that’s a bar, or back home at the end of the night.  And not to worry… what happens in the limo, stays in the limo. Take a look at our limousine fleet page, submit a free online limo price quote request, or give us a call.  We’re always open, and always ready to help you choose the perfect limo for your needs. Have fun, and thanks for reading!...

27 Aug

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Sure there’s cake, cards, gifts, and friends, but let’s say that your mother’s or father's birthday is approaching, but it’s a big one like their 50th, or 60th.  Obviously you want to throw them a huge party, which will likely include dinner, but you’re feeling like something a little more is needed.  And guess what… we have some ideas! Go ahead and make reservations at her favorite restaurant and get all their friends together, and if you’re thinking a surprise party, arrange the ‘setup’.  Invite your mom or dad over, tell them that you’re going to them out for dinner, but of course, keep the part about their friends joining in, and the fact that there's going to be a limo escorting you all. On the special night, plan for your mom and dad to drive over to your place, and invite them in.  The limo can be hiding a couple streets over.  Have the chauffeur pull up when your mom or dad isn’t paying attention, and direct the birthday parent out front, and watch the big smile on their face when the chauffeur is there waiting with the door open.  For an extra nice touch, a red carpet and a bouquet of flowers can be added – it’s up to you.  The birthday parent will be thrilled either way, as they are whisked off in their limousine to the restaurant with you and the family. When you arrive at the restaurant, their friends will be there waiting to add an extra exclamation to the end of 'surprise' the birthday parent will really be surprised! Then it’s time for dinner, drinks, cake and the big celebration.  When the night is done, your limo will be waiting outside, waiting to take you, birthday parent, and the family home. Trust us when we say this will be a night no one will never forget.  And doesn’t your parents deserve something special like this, at least once in their life? If this sounds like something you’d like to do for your parents, check out our website to get an idea of the types of vehicles we have in our DC limousine fleet. There are a wide variety to choose from that will fit just about any taste or capacity needs.  We’re here 24/7/365, ready to assist you in planning parent’s amazing birthday spectacular! Call us any time, or get a free no obligation limo price quote on our website....

25 Aug

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Ask anyone you know what occasions they think of when they hear the word, 'limousine', or 'limo', and they will probably respond; wedding, prom, bachelor party, birthday party, or a night on the town.  Yes, those are all common uses for a limousine, but one use that is frequently overlooked, is that of corporate and executive travelers. Airport transfers, transportation to and from meetings, or maybe taking the office staff out for dinner after a particularly good week are just some uses that limousine services can be applied too. All the typical limousines that are available for the wedding/party clients are also available for executives.  They do not all have to have flashing neon lights or a ear blasting sound systems.  Understated Lincoln Town Cars or Lincoln MKTs are generally preferred over a big flashy super stretch limo when it comes to corporate travel.  A party bus can be configured for corporate use too, which could come in handy for a corporate weekend retreat. We mentioned airport transportation.  That’s a very popular use of limousines.  Why take a unpleasant taxi when you can travel in style and comfort in a luxury sedan or executive SUV?  It sure beats those “amateur car services’ where you never know what or who you’ll get the car with.  With us you’ll get a professional chauffeur who knows where he’s going, knows how to keep a low profile, and knows how to give you the best trip possible. If this sounds good to you, take a look at our website where you can see our limousine fleet to help you figure out what vehicles would work for you.  We’re also available any time to talk, should you have any questions. Thank you for reading! ...

21 Jul

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You have a business trip coming up.  You’re a frequent flyer and travel weekly. You know the routine. Plan ahead and get to the airport at the crack of dawn. Obviously, there are plenty of transportation choices when it comes to getting to DC area airports.  You could drive yourself, take a cab, take a bus, or use an amateur phone application car services, but is that really ideal? Why stress out even more about worrying about how to get to the airport. Driving yourself is the worst choice because you have to wait in traffic, then park in their over-priced parking lots (assuming the lots are not full when you get there).  Then during your entire your trip, you will probably be worrying is my car safe, is it still there, or will it be broken into? So you said, okay skip driving, lets take a cab? Sure, they’re everywhere, and in most cases will get you there.  But it’s a gamble, since you never know who will show up, what condition the vehicle is in, and whether or not they know where they’re going – will they take the fast way, or the long way? You also don't know how long you will be waiting for the taxi too. Then on your return trip, you will have to worry about the same issues getting back home. Driving, and Cabs are not an ideal choice, so we decide, what about the bus? Providing if the bus is on time, and you left early enough to try to make it, is it worth it after all those stops? You never know how much traffic will be, how many stops the bus will take, and that might delay you which will cause worry about you missing your flight. Also, is the bus a comfortable or relaxing experience? Do you really need to ask? So now you have your last option, the dreaded amateur phone-app car service? You will definitely get a ride, but who will show up? and when they do show up, will they know the Washington DC area enough to drive without staring at the GPS the entire time? They might be inexperienced driving in DC, and this will make you late. You might get lucky.  The price is cheap, but this is a big part of why it’s cheap.  You get what you pay for.  It’s not exactly the best way to eliminate stress, and there's no certainty who you're getting. If you're still reading this, then you're probably asking, what are your options? Well have you thought about a limousine service? Well, it’s definitely going to be huge step above your previous options.  Sure, we’re a little biased since we are a limo company, but we’ve been doing this for a very long time, and we know how to get you to the airport in the best way possible.  We will show up on time, and navigate the most efficient routes – and we don’t need to use a GPS to do it.  Your ride will be a pleasant and relaxing experience. You will be at ease knowing that you have the privacy and comfort of your own ride. You’ll arrive at the airport on time. Then ready to deal with the lines and security hassles. (We're sorry that we can’t really help you there, but at least you will start that process in a better mood than if you had used any of the other transportation options that we talked about!) If this sounds good to you, check out our choices of limousine fleets (we have sedans and shuttles too!), or give us a call any time for more information.  We’re available 24/7/365, and our professional chauffeurs are ready to get you where you’re going, in comfort and in style.  The best part, when you return from your trip, we can be there for you too! Thanks for reading, and enjoy your trip! ...

02 Jun

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So your big “secret” surprise concert weekend is approaching.  You’ve got the tickets, and they’re great seats too.  You’ve made dinner arrangements, lined up your wife’s 5 best friends to take with you, it’s going to be the best birthday present your wife has ever gotten.  Only one problem, how are you going to get there?  Carpool in the family mini-van?  Sure, you’d all fit, but then who’s going to be the designated driver?  Wait for a Taxi? How about that cool phone app ‘soccer mom’ car service with the funny name that’s all the rage?  Will they have a big enough car available when you ‘request’ them?  And who’s going to show up if they do? That's not exactly inspiring is it? No, you need more than that.  You need to treat yourself, treat your wife, treat her friends, this is your wife’s 40th birthday, after all.  It’s time to step it up and call in the professionals.  You need a chauffeured driven limo.  You will be at ease no worrying about space, drinking and driving, traffic, parking, or what type of chauffeur that's going to be driving you. The best part about planning ahead with us, we can set up a full bar for the ‘party before the party’, or 'after party' event.  It’s the only way to go! You will also arrive on time, in stylish comfort, and ready for the music.  Your wife, her friends, the whole party will be royalty that night.  And when the concert is over, your limo will be waiting for you and your guest, ready to get you back home, safe and sound.  It’s a night your party won't forget! With Premier International Transportation, we have a large selection of limousines to choose from.  Whether you have 2 people to 55 people in your group, we’ve got a luxury vehicle that will fit.  Take a look at our limousine fleet page for some ideas, or feel free to give us a call.  We’re here 24/7 365, ready to help you pick your perfect concert limo. Enjoy the show! Thanks for reading!...

25 May

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Welcome!  We are Premier International Transportation (PIT).  We are a luxury transportation service in Washington, DC.  Our plan is to discuss the services we provide, educate you about limousines, the myriad uses of these beautiful luxury vehicles, and occasionally keep you updated with any news and events that we will either be attending, hosting, or sponsoring! From airport transportation and corporate travel, to weddings, proms, nights on the town, or Washington DC city tours, limos are an ideal vehicle choice for so many events.  There is so much confusion when it comes to choosing the right limo, and that’s what we hope to clear up with this post. After our posts you will be able to understand and apply your knowledge of limousines, so when it comes time to renting one, you'll have a better understanding of what to look for, and how to make the best decisions to do that. You can start to get an idea of the types of limousines that we have on our website. Then be sure to follow the updates, and check daily for more updates, news, and information. So this isn't a goodbye, but a we will see you later. Thanks for reading! ...

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