Party buses have recently become a very popular and economical way to have a fun time with a large amount of people. Many times the travel method keeps costs cheaper than having everyone meet at a certain location to party. Party buses were started in Europe as a safe way to travel from pub to pub and has just recently become popular in the United States. A party bus is basically a "party on wheels" that provides safe transportation for all your friends and guests. You will find party buses in every US city, from new York to LA, and you can even find party buses in Kansas City.
Party buses provide a safe ride in a fun atmosphere. The party bus will pick you up at your specified location and will drive you to your event or party. Party buses typically hold 30 to 60 passengers. A party bus many times is a customized school bus or tour bus. Typically the party bus will have such features that include stripper poles, limo seating, laser lights, IPOD hookups, DVD Players and radio powered by a powerful amplifier that creates bigtime bass. Many times the party buses have wild colors such as red, blue, green, orange, etc. When an organizer is looking to go party with a lot of friends, such as birthday, proms, graduation parties, bachelorette or bachelor / parties or any sort of sporting event or celebration, a Party Bus is a great option that and the trend is sweeping across the country.
Most party buses are used for prom, weddings, bachelor and bachelorette parties, night out on the town to various bars and night clubs sometimes people use party buses for weekend trips, tours or events. Party buses allow all of the guests to ride together compared to limos, taxis or other vehicle for hire services.
People looking to book a party bus should generally book about two to three weeks out before their event, busier seasons such as prom and homecoming they should book further out. Rates generally run anywhere from $125 to $175 an hour with a four hour minimum depending on what day the guest and time of year the party is. Drinking on the bus is many times acceptable, although alcohol is not provided by the Party bus company the guests can bring their drinks on the bus. Taking a Party Bus with a group can actually be cheaper when considering gas, parking, guests don't have to worry about getting a costly DUI, parking tickets, being towed and many times the party bus companies have connections with local bars for free entry. Drivers on these buses should have a Class B and Passenger endorsement.
Be sure to do your homework when researching a party bus company in your metro area. For example, if you are planning a party or event in Kansas City, try doing a Google search for "Kansas City party bus" and look on the first page for the best party bus companies. Generally speaking the quality and style of the website will reflect the quality and cleanliness of the party buses.
Typical hidden costs that should be considered are gratuity charges, gas surcharges, taxes, bus clean up fees, as well as confirmation for who pays parking and toll fees. The type of event or party will dictate where the party bus travels to during the booked amount of time. Guests should also ask about deposit polices, as a typical deposit to guarantee a time slot will run between 30% to 50% at the time of booking. The event planner should ask if any required deposits are refundable should you need to cancel or reschedule.
When considering party bus rental, be sure to ask the party bus rental company about discounts. For example, savvy party bus companies will often provide a discount when six or more hours are booked for a single night. Remember, you do not need to worry about drinking and driving, let the party bus company do all the driving for you and get your entire party home safe and sound without any worries for the night of getting a DUI. Party buses provide a nightclub atmosphere on wheels and have a blast doing it.
Party buses provide a safe ride in a fun atmosphere. The party bus will pick you up at your specified location and will drive you to your event or party. Party buses typically hold 30 to 60 passengers. A party bus many times is a customized school bus or tour bus. Typically the party bus will have such features that include stripper poles, limo seating, laser lights, IPOD hookups, DVD Players and radio powered by a powerful amplifier that creates bigtime bass. Many times the party buses have wild colors such as red, blue, green, orange, etc. When an organizer is looking to go party with a lot of friends, such as birthday, proms, graduation parties, bachelorette or bachelor / parties or any sort of sporting event or celebration, a Party Bus is a great option that and the trend is sweeping across the country.
Most party buses are used for prom, weddings, bachelor and bachelorette parties, night out on the town to various bars and night clubs sometimes people use party buses for weekend trips, tours or events. Party buses allow all of the guests to ride together compared to limos, taxis or other vehicle for hire services.
People looking to book a party bus should generally book about two to three weeks out before their event, busier seasons such as prom and homecoming they should book further out. Rates generally run anywhere from $125 to $175 an hour with a four hour minimum depending on what day the guest and time of year the party is. Drinking on the bus is many times acceptable, although alcohol is not provided by the Party bus company the guests can bring their drinks on the bus. Taking a Party Bus with a group can actually be cheaper when considering gas, parking, guests don't have to worry about getting a costly DUI, parking tickets, being towed and many times the party bus companies have connections with local bars for free entry. Drivers on these buses should have a Class B and Passenger endorsement.
Be sure to do your homework when researching a party bus company in your metro area. For example, if you are planning a party or event in Kansas City, try doing a Google search for "Kansas City party bus" and look on the first page for the best party bus companies. Generally speaking the quality and style of the website will reflect the quality and cleanliness of the party buses.
Typical hidden costs that should be considered are gratuity charges, gas surcharges, taxes, bus clean up fees, as well as confirmation for who pays parking and toll fees. The type of event or party will dictate where the party bus travels to during the booked amount of time. Guests should also ask about deposit polices, as a typical deposit to guarantee a time slot will run between 30% to 50% at the time of booking. The event planner should ask if any required deposits are refundable should you need to cancel or reschedule.
When considering party bus rental, be sure to ask the party bus rental company about discounts. For example, savvy party bus companies will often provide a discount when six or more hours are booked for a single night. Remember, you do not need to worry about drinking and driving, let the party bus company do all the driving for you and get your entire party home safe and sound without any worries for the night of getting a DUI. Party buses provide a nightclub atmosphere on wheels and have a blast doing it.
About the Author:
Lees Summit real estate investor Andrew Winfrey is co-owner of Kansas City Party Ride, the leading provider of Kansas City party buses.