A wedding is a once in a lifetime experience, which many brides dream of and plan for months upon months if not years. The last thing you want to go wrong is the transportation. Whether your out-of-town guests require a Phoenix airport limo service, the bride and her bridesmaid require a limo service to the church or the bride and groom need a limousine service to their hotel after the reception, your transportation shouldn’t be on your mind. An unprofessional, late or missing limousine service can add stress, embarrassment and cost to your special day.


Accent Transportation Services dba Accent Limo, wants to provide you with five things to consider as you plan your wedding.


1). The first question to ask is who you need to provide transportation for. Traditionally, the bride and her bridesmaids are transported to the ceremony. The best man usually arranges a ride for the groom to the wedding. The groom doesn’t join the bride in the limousine until after the ceremony. In addition, a limousine service should be provided for the bride’s parents, for the children in the wedding and for important guests.


OFTEN MISSED: proper planning for the number of occupants in each vehicle. You do not want to squeeze people in as it is uncomfortable and it gets hot when wearing formal wear in close quarters. You may need 2-3 limousines to properly transport your wedding party. When planning your transportation, make sure to consult not just with the limousine service provider but with your wedding planner and trusted friends.


2). Consider the safety of your guests. Renting a mini coach to transport your out of town guests virtually eliminates late arrivals to the ceremony. In addition, transportation from the reception back to your guest’s hotel avoids drinking and driving, which can ruin the entire day. If you don’t want service for every guest, an executive van or a mini coach can be a better alternative. In addition, mini coach or bus transportation adds yet another memorable element to your big day.


3). On the Clock: If you have not allowed for enough time for unexpected delays in your ceremony the most unexpected element may be that your limousine service isn’t there or adds to your bill. Always add an additional hour on top of the time you think you’ll require. Think about the time it takes to properly greet in a receiving line or take photographs. Your day should be filled with joy – not stress over timelines. Also, do not assume your limousine service provider has time in their schedule to add an hour or two for your service. They may have another wedding scheduled immediately after yours. Scheduling ahead of time is key to a successful day.


4). Check them Out: You should always know what to expect. A visit to the limousine service to see the car you’ll be driven in and to get a written confirmation is a wise option. On your visit, ask for references, and make sure to ask them what happens in case of a mechanical breakdown. Finally, use of a major credit card proves that your booking was set in stone.


5). Here’s a Tip: Your chauffeur works hard and should be tipped at least 20 percent of the total bill. That said you probably aren’t carrying cash in your wedding dress or tuxedo. Ask the limousine service if they would include the tip in the overall charge.


There are many more things to consider but these five tips will help you on your way toward ensuring the transportation portion of your wedding day is uneventful. We would love the opportunity to provide more tips to make your limousine service flawless. Mention that you read our blog, follow us on Twitter at @transaccent or friend us at http://www.facebook.com/transaccent and we’ll take 10 percent off your total trip.