Notes from the road

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Connecticut Area Airport Transportation Options

Travelers flying out of the NY Metro Area airports (LGA, JFK, EWR or HPN) or Connecticut’s commercially service airfields (BDL or HVN) often wonder about their ground transportation options. Typically, customers count the following among…

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Fall Sports Packages

New York is well known for its die-hard sports fans and world class sporting events. Whether taking in a post-season Yankees game at the new field, heading a bit further south down to Giants Stadium to catch some Monday night football…

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Top Ten Vehicle Maintenance Tips

With a fleet of commercial livery vehicles, we recognize the importance of routine scheduled maintenance. Below follow ten tips that should help keep your vehicle(s) in tip-top shape. 1. Mind Your Oil: While the old recommendation was…

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Planning a Wedding? Who Rides in the Limo?

Couples planning a wedding are often besieged with decisions. One of the most painstaking decisions includes selecting passengers to accompany the bride and/or groom in the limousine(s). With large bridal parties, accommodating family…

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What’s Included?

All rate quotes are not created equal. When calling area limousine companies for a rate quote, please inquire to the following: Is the rate quoted all-inclusive? § An all-inclusive cost should be just that, the final price for service if…

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Go Spooktacular

As September comes to a close, thoughts often start to turn to the arrival of Halloween and the ensuing parties, haunted houses and trick-or-treating. Whether planning seasonal activities for young or old, Halloween is a holiday enjoyed…

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Reservation Tips

Preparing to travel out of town soon? Are you in need of chauffeured transportation to one of the Connecticut or Metro New York area airports? Here’s what you need to know before calling or heading online to secure a reservation: 1. How…

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Scheduling Chauffeurs

One of the biggest challenges in running a limousine company is the scheduling of our trips. The dedicated men and women affiliated with Absolute Limo Service contribute long hours to provide the top level of service expected by our…

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Traveling Large

Are you planning an upcoming trip with four or more passengers? For your own comfort, and sake of your luggage, you will likely want to consider something larger than a standard town car. Unfortunately, when loaded to the max with…

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Back to School — Please Take Care & Be Aware

This week marks the return to the classroom for many of our young passengers. We are mindful of sharing the roads with school buses and obeying all crosswalks — we ask you to do the same. Some helpful hints to navigate the challenges…

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