Hiring a bus for your wedding can be one of the most cost-effective investments you can make. A wedding charter service can take away the stress from you and your guests, allowing them to get transported to the venue quickly and efficiently whilst enjoying a drink and not having to worry about the drive back. This guide will help you to make the most of your hired vehicle and provide some practical advice to ensure the trip is comfortable, efficient and well organised.
Cost Cutting
Saving money will often be something that every couple will try to do on their wedding. Finances can be a huge stress, and making your money stretch further will allow you to enjoy the process of organising. Hiring a coach may be the most practical option to get from the church to the venue, but it may not always be within your budget. Fortunately, there is a simple solution to overcome this.
Before booking, try to send out your invitations early; on the invitations, you can include a section regarding transportation and whether guests would like to make use of it. One of the easiest things to do is to include the details of a single account that transfers can be made into, and provide a cut-off date. Just be sure to factor this into your budget, just in case you need to use it temporarily.
All On Board
Whilst the trip from the church to the venue may be short, having things like air con and wifi will make a huge difference to the comfort of your guests. They will be grateful of the cooling air, as the heat of the bus can often lead to embarrassing sweat patches and slightly smellier guests. Having wifi will also be a nice treat, especially if they have photographs from the wedding and want to post them online. These options may cost more; however, it is something that should be considered regardless.
Style or Economy?
Many coach hire companies can offer different styles of bus. Have a look at different companies to establish which style would suit your wedding party the most. The upper-cost vehicles will also have added amenities such as lavatories and entertainment systems, whilst refurbished or classic vehicles such as school buses will be cheaper but will add almost a nostalgic type feel. Try to match the vehicle with your theme, and consider the price the guests will have to pay. An alternative is to keep the price low for them and subsidise some of the cost yourself.
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