Car Services & Taxis will both provide door-to-door transportation. Car services are not supposed to pick up Passengers unless they have been reserved in advance. If you would like to reserve a car service or limo in advance, please click here. Taxis are not reserved in advance but rather can be “hailed” from the street. Taxis have base fares, and then $ per mile/time…and expect some form of gratuity.

Taxi Rates & Limo Prices: Always get a confirmation of your rate in advance. Most taxi’s and Limo services have base fares and are not all inclusive. For example, NYC has a 2% tax on car services, 8.625% NY State and local sales taxes, and tolls are almost never included in your quoted price. You can often avoid additional toll charges by asking the driver to take a specific route of your choice. Some taxis will try to take advantage of you, even though their rates are standardized.

Airport Pickup: Limo Services and Car Service offer indoor pickups, providing an extremely stress-free pickup at any airport (your driver will meet you at baggage claim with a sign). Indoor pickup usually is free, plus 30 minutes of waiting time. With Outside pickup, the driver will meet you at curbside pickup.

Disadvantages of Airport Taxi:

• Waiting time. After a long flight, waiting in line for a cab is not ideal
• Drivers are not always familiar with area
• Cars are not reliable, and can break down en route

Advantages of Car Services:

• No Taxi lines
• Inside Pickup Option
• Can be Paid for in Advance
• Can accommodate more than 4 people
• Professional Drivers
• Can Reserve Online
• Can be hired hourly to provide you with transportation around the city
• Can get car service discounts when booked online

When Considering Limo Services:

• Typically more expensive than taxi service (though often it is only a few dollars more expensive)
• Often requires a credit card to book
• Penalty if not cancelled in time (ask about cancellation policy)

Car Service Options:

• Economy Town Car – Can accommodate 1-4 passengers, with a moderate amount of luggage (3+ good sized suitcases).
• Luxury Sedan –Lincoln Town Car (new model), Mercedes or Cadillac. Same space as a full sized sedan, but more luxurious
• VIP Sedan – New Town Car models with very professional drivers
• Platinum Sedan – Longer models of the standard Town Car, satellite radio and wireless Internet in the car along with our most professional drivers
• Minivan or SUV – Can accommodate 5 passengers and about 5 pieces luggage (sometimes 6 passengers with minimal luggage)
• Vans – Can accommodate 6-14 passengers and their luggage
• Stretch Limousine – Can accommodate 6-14 passengers (depending on the limo), but luggage space is the same as a standard Town Car.
• Stretch SUV, Stretch Hummer – Can accommodate up to 14 passengers. Recommended for large groups traveling around New York City, rather than to/from the airport

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