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Limousines for a Traditional Wedding

More and more brides and grooms are going with theme weddings to make the event more memorable. If you’ve chosen to go with a more traditional wedding theme why not have a limousine that matches the story you are trying to tell. If you are looking for classic wedding look why not try a classic car to match some cars to consider are Cadillac or Rolls Royce touring cars from the 1920’s or 1930’s. Particularly popular are the Rolls Royce Phantom or Princess Rolls Royce or Rolls Royce Corniche. Some other cars which are less common but no less elegant include the Pierce Arrow, Packard or Duesenberg. If you arrive at your wedding in cars like these you’ll set the stage for a classy and exquisite wedding.

Wedding Limousines - The Basics

Choosing transportation or a limousine for your wedding is an important step. Do you want a horse drawn carriage, a classic Rolls Royce or an Exotic stretch Hummer? Here are some tips to consider:

  • Try to find something that compliments or completes the style or theme of your wedding.
  • For a fairytale style wedding a horse drawn carriage is an excellent choice.

  • For a more elegant and sophisticated affair a classic old car makes a distinguished look.

  • For a modern and contemporary wedding choose something exotic like a stretch Ferrari.

  • Looking for something unique, try renting a convertible or exotic sports car.

  • If you are providing transportation for a medium to large group of attendants consider a stretch SUV. Some of them can accommodate 18 to 20 people comfortably. Don’t pay for more car than you need.

  • Be sure to shop around prices can vary considerably from one company to another.

  • If possible try to see the exact car you will be using.

  • Try to meet the driver if possible, make sure they are someone you feel is trustworthy and dependable.

  • Sign a contract. Make sure it’ clear exactly what is included and what isn’t. Gratuities for the drivers are in the 15 to 20% range. Know if it is included in the price before hand. Review overtime rates before hand.

Exotic Wedding Limosines

Are you looking for a way to make a grand and unique entrance to you wedding or reception, then you may want to consider an exotic wedding limousine. Here are some suggestions for wedding limousines that will make sure everyone takes notice of you. Consider an SUV for your wedding transportation companies offer Lincoln Navigators, Cadillac Escalades, GMC Excursions and the impossible to ignore H2 Hummer Limousines. Some recent new entries to the SUV line of cars can be found as well like a Lexus LS430, BMW X5 or Porsche Cayenne Super stretch limousine. Maybe you still want to make a statement, just in as big a way, here are some other exotic wedding limousines you may want to consider a Jaguar S type or Chrysler M300 for your wedding limousine. Perhaps the most exotic type of limousines will be sports cars, you can find models from Lamborghini, Porsche, and Ferrari at specialty transportation companies.

Wedding Carriage

Perhaps the most difficult but certainly the most romantic type of transportation is a wedding carriage. Nothing can make you feel more like a princess than arriving in horse drawn carriage. If you are considering choosing a horse drawn carriage for your wedding you will have to make some special arrangements. First you will need to check with your local municipalities to make sure there aren’t any restrictions in your area, the transportation company you choose can help you with this. Next you will need to consider distance and timing. Driving 20 miles in Cadillac Deville is one thing 20 miles in a horse drawn carriage is another, horses really should only be used for short distances. Try to have a closed top carriage or convertible carriage, to protect you from surprise rainstorms. Remember choosing a horse drawn wedding carriage can really help you complete the perfect fairytale wedding.