Wedding Transportation

So Jer and I are at the point where we need to decide on transportation for the wedding. This gets tricky because to us city dwellers it just makes sense to have our guests use cabs or drive (there is a parking lot at the church and near the Tower Club). So we don't think that we'll use a transportation service for our guests. BUT we do want something for us and our bridal party. Below are the limo companies I have been researching. The list is long, but it is super helpful to get everything in one place.

1. A Dynasty Limo - Based in Downers Grove, A Dynasty Limo's offers Rolls Royce Limo rentals - which is very appealing to Jer and I. However, the price is a bit high and we think we could find a better deal. For 3 hours in a Rolls it is $695 - though this package does include champagne and the "Just Married" sign on the back. What is appealing about getting a separate car for Jer and I is that we'd have some privacy. A Dynasty also offers 8 - 10 passenger limos (which is too small for our bridal party) and those packages start at $350 for 8 and $399 for 10 (that is the 3 hour package).

2. Vintage Ride - The other option for a cool car to getaway in we found from this company. I'm thinking that the trolley's they offer are kind of dated, but the vintage cars they have are very cool - and more affordable than A Dynasty. Vintage has a '48 Chrysler, '54 Cadillac and an Excalibur. They cost $450 for a Saturday Wedding (3 hours) and $285 for a Friday Wedding (3 hours). The trolley is $750 for a Saturday or Friday Wedding (3 hours). We're definitely considering the vintage car (I love the '54 Caddy) but maybe going elsewhere for a trolley or limo for the bridal party.

3. Limos Without Limits - This place just seems cool - right on their homepage you can request a quote for a private jet charter - how awesome is that?? They also have the antique car rentals and it looks like you can rent just for an hour - so it'd be perfect as the getaway from the reception. Their Rolls is $225/hour. They also have the following (best in list form bc they have so many options!):

• 14 passenger Excursion: $225/hr
• 18 passenger Escalade EXT: $300/hr (the one we're leaning towards)
• 22 passenger Escalade: $300/hr
• 22 passenger Hummer: $300/hr
• 24 passenger Excursion: $300/hr
• 26 passenger Ultimate Limo Lounge: Pricing is dependent on length of use and location

4. At Your Service Limousines - They offer a wedding package that includes Champagne, Beer, Bottled Water, Color Coordinated Decorations, Just Married Sign, Red Carpet, and Chauffeur in Tuxedo. Also, it is important to point out that their prices include gratuity.

• 20 passenger Hummer: $1,160/3 hours
• 22 passenger Escalade: $1,060/3 hours
• 22 passenger Excursions: $900/3 hours
• 14 passenger Excursions: $960/4 hours
• 10 passenger Limo: $480/4 hours
• 8 passenger Limo: $408/ 4 hours

They also offer discounts for Friday and Sunday weddings and all pictures of the vehicles can be found on their Website.

5. Elegant Trolley's LTD - We've always loved the idea of a trolley and this company seems to have it all! Their trolley's look much nicer and cleaner than the first post - so if we go the trolley route, we'll most likely use these guys.

Friday & Sunday Weddings:

• 3 Hour Package (includes the Floral upgrade - $95 value): $825
• 4 Hour Package (includes the Floral upgrade - $95 value): $925
• 5 Hour Package (includes the Floral upgrade - $95 value): $1,025

Saturday Weddings:

• 3 Hour Package (includes the Floral upgrade - $95 value): $1,025
• 4 Hour Package (includes the Floral upgrade - $95 value): $1,225
• 5 Hour Package (includes the Floral upgrade - $95 value): $1,425

Also - it is important to point out that this cost does NOT include gratuity. And that they add on a "commuting fee." This fee means they do not start your service until they arrive at your location. So you need to cover the cost of gas from Tinley Park to your location (and back).

6. Royalty Limousines - Their prices are very competitive so I would recommend them to brides on a budget. There limos look nice as well and they offer discounts for Friday's and Sunday's.

14 Passenger:

• 3 hour package: $495
• 4 hour package: $660
• 5 hour package: $825

12 Passenger:

• 3 hour package: $450
• 4 hour package: $600
• 5 hour package: $750

10 Passenger:

• 3 hour package: $315
• 4 hour package: $420
• 5 hour package: $525

I think that's a pretty good start! If there is a limo company that you love - let me know and I will add it to the list. Happy Sunday!