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Field Trips

All Star Limousine has a huge fleet comprised not only of town cars and limousines but of a wide variety of buses as well.   We have vehicles of all sizes and for all occasions, everything from town cars to 56 passenger coach buses and so many in between.   We have something for everyone whether it’s a wedding or a corporate outing give us a call to find out about our packages and day rates.  All Star Limousine is also an international executive car service offering more then just town cars worldwide, we do all manner of large-scale transportation.

One thing many of our clients are not aware of is the versatility of our fleet, we really do have everything.   What we are currently expanding is our bus fleet, we have buses ranging from 21-56 passengers in several different styles.  We have your classic coach buses and shuttles most of which are designed by Grech Motors the premier coachbuilders in the country.  We also have beautiful brand new party buses equipped with lavatories, fiber optics, large screen televisions and many other amenities.  Finally we have our multiuse buses, hybrids built to please all, these are usually half coach buses and half party buses and range in size from 24-33, these vehicles are incredible and very unique.

Ultimately All Star is more then just a car service.  We have a massive fleet comprised of nearly anything you can think of from antiques to buses.  We do all types of transfers; day trips out to the casinos, ski trips, even cross-country transfers.  We literally do it all and we do it well.

All Star Limousine is a Long Island, New York based company with an extensive global reach; we provide expert Wedding, Special Event and Executive Travel services throughout the Tri-State area and the world. We have over 30 years of experience in the travel industry; our attention to detail, 2013 top-of-the-line vehicles and professional trained Chauffeurs set us apart from the rest!

 by Jarrad Kulick

The Journey (More Then Just a Ride)

So many people think of transportation as a means to an end, just a way to get to where you want to be, but the reality is that it can be so much more.  Many fail to understand that, for many occasions, how you get there is as important as what you do when you finally arrive.  This is the story of John and Mary, a young couple in the process of planning their beautiful wedding.  Although the names have been altered, this is a true story; it is not an effort to glorify this company but more an attempt to convey the relationship that can develop from just a ride.

John and Mary had known each other for years, not quit high school sweethearts but their parents had been acquainted through business since long before either of them was born.  Recently engaged the young couple, as well as their parents, wanted their wedding to be nothing short of spectacular.  It was not that money was no object, they simply wanted to make sure that everything was perfect, or as close to perfect as possible.  The hall was booked, the photographer chosen; everything was falling in to place.  Once the timing and the logistics of the day had been established it came time to start thinking about the transportation. 

For many the transportation is saved for near the end of the wedding planning process, as certain things need to be established before the vehicles can be booked.  What many do not anticipate is how complex the travel arrangements can become.  After all if you are looking to accommodate 200 people and the ceremony, the reception and the pictures are all taking place in separate locations you have to figure out a way to get everyone where they need to be.

John and Mary had this type of situation.  Both having large families and a lot of friends, some coming from out of town, the number of individuals that had to be accommodated just kept growing.  After a few preliminary phone calls to different limousine companies Mary began to panic, these companies were all proposing different, and often times convoluted scenarios, in an effort to accommodate her.  Many seemed to be trying to push her in certain directions that did not at first make sense.  A friend suggested to her to relax and to go online and read reviews about the companies she was considering.  The results of her investigation were telling, the companies she had gotten a bad feeling from were the companies where the vehicles broke down, did not show up, or were grossly late.  The truly frightening part was that this was the case with the majority of companies she had contacted; it seemed to be the norm not the exception.

Mary called us at All Star Limousine and by that time she was in a panic and in a near frantic state.  After running through several hypothetical situations she realized it would be best to come in and sit with a professional, someone who would write out all her options and tell her based on experience what the best course of action would be.  So began Mary and John’s journey with All Star Limousine. The couple came in to the office and saw our facility, the showroom and the the vehicles, they got to meet members of the events team and see for themselves in person what kind of company they were dealing with. 

Sitting with one of our event coordinators we checked availability and explained to them that no matter how long they booked their vehicles for these vehicles would not be going out before or after their event.  Not only that but we do not sub-contract out our work; the vehicles that you see today will be the vehicles that show up on your wedding day.  “What happens if there is an accident or there is a mechanical issue. “John asked?  We have a 12-month turnaround time and are very careful about the work we do with our vehicles, we also perform preventive maintenance to our fleet daily, this all helps to minimize and chance of mechanical failure the day of, or during the transfer.  “What about if there’s an accident, say someone hits the limousine as it’s on its way to pick us up?”  “Not to worry Mary.” The coordinator replied “We never book solid so we always have something here on stand by, further more our drivers are always very early leaving themselves enough time for almost any eventuality, we tell them if your 15 minutes early your late.”  So any problem that may occur, even though the chances are very slim, can be managed, solved and addressed seamlessly.

(To Be Continued)...

This holiday season things are going to be a little bit different. Despite some hardships and challenges it is important to remember what this season has always been about, celebrating life and love with our friends and family, fellowship and togetherness (yes you can still be together standing 6 feet apart;). Certain traditional events and activities will not be available this year but below we have a few ideas that we think would be perfect for getting the family into the holiday spirit.  

Holiday Light Tours! Safe, secure and comfortable just you and your loved ones in the family station wagon (or limousine;). This is the perfect way to get into the spirit this year. First up is the Jones beach Light Tour, Magic of Lights; a drive through experience featuring classic holiday scenes and characters using cutting edge technology to dazzle with digital animation. Second is a new spot on our radar the largest drive-through light show in Suffolk County, The Riverhead Light Show! A truly immersive experience enjoyable for the whole family, this year with more displays then ever before, The River head light show is not just an incredible holiday event, a portion of the proceeds go towards several non-profit organizations.  Then last but not least the famous Dyker Heights. Looking for something classic, interested in creating your own tour? Dyker Heights is the place to go, if you’ve never been this years the year!

With a little less to do this year its time to be creative, Whether you're headed out East to try a new light tour or to New York City for your next shopping trip, All Star Limousine is here to provide you with a safe and luxurious transportation experience.  So remember despite some of the challenges unique to 2020 remember you still have options, our family at All Star Limousine wants to wish you all Seasons Greeting and Happy Holidays!

Most of us can drive a car, and so when we think of a professional driver, or a chauffeur, we may think well anyone can do that.  This could not be further from the truth a real chauffeur does far more then just drive a vehicle.  A cab driver picks people up and drops them off, an executive chauffeur creates an experience.  The chauffeurs at All Star Limousine fall into two distinct categories, with only the very best able to transition between the two.  We have out executive chauffeurs, the men and women who transport our corporate cliental, and our celebratory chauffeurs the ladies and gentlemen that accommodate you and yours on your wedding day.

What really is the difference?  Well again these individuals are doing so much more then just picking you up and taking you to your destination.  On the Corporate side punctuality and an intimate knowledge of the areas you are serving are an absolute necessity.   Knowledge of the corporation and the account that you are servicing is also a must.  Then you have the details some VIPs want certain beverages or amenities in their vehicles.  Some VIPs like to talk to their drivers, some do not.  Some have preferred routes or vehicle types and it is all up to our executive chauffeurs to make sure that they are getting exactly what they want.

The chauffeurs who drive the vehicles in our celebratory fleet are some very special ladies and gentlemen.  After all they are at your side during some of the biggest moments of your life.  For weddings they will coordinate with all the other vendors present and create and maintain a schedule.  They will help stage the procession at the church, lay down the isle runner and act as ushers.  They will fluff the gown and help with the boutonnieres and pocket squares.  They will transport the flowers and any other arrangement from church to reception.  And all of that is just the start.  These drivers are trained to understand their passengers, to know if they need more or less, to know if they want to be engaged or not and to be able to facilitate and execute any and all levels of service.  They are the icing on the cake on your wedding day that extra and unexpected detail that turns a great experience into and unforgettable one.

There is a drastic difference between a driver and a professional chauffeur.  Most of us can drive a car but very few of us could operate on the level of a professional chauffeur. The attention to detail, the level of service and the professionalism of a real chauffeur is something really very special.  The vehicle will be beautiful, it will be on time, it will be what you expected, and the individuals behind the wheel will take your experience to the next level, orchestrating an event that will live on in your memories forever.

All Star Limousine is a Long Island, New York based company with an extensive global reach; we provide expert Wedding, Special Event and Executive Travel services throughout the Tri-State area and the world. We have over 30 years of experience in the travel industry; our attention to detail, 2015 top-of-the-line vehicles and professional trained Chauffeurs set us apart from the rest!

The Best Limousine Company and Executive Car Service In New York and Long Island

What does it take to be the best ground logistics or luxury transportation company?  What goes in to the proper execution of an executive car service or a luxury limousine company?   A very common misconception is that the limousine industry is a simple one after all it’s just a matter of driving right?  How difficult can it be to pick someone up on time, or to help them with their bags and hold a door, especially now a days with GPS, flight tracking and a plethora of technology designed to make transportation and communication simple and efficient?  Well we would like to try and shed a little light on the behind the scenes of an executive car service or limousine company.

First of all we are going to speak specifically about a new york or long island based executive car service or limousine service.  The importance of this distinction is that New York and Long Island has a very high population density, which means traffic.  If you do not live in a heavily populated area you cannot even begin to understand what traffic can be like on Long Island or in NYC.  Traffic is a huge x-factor, it can throw off the timing of dispatched transfers by an unimaginable amount, it takes precision timing and geographic knowledge in combination with the latest technologies to correctly dispatch rides in a city like New York.

Traffic is only the beginning; the other two major influences in the proper execution of a great limousine service are mechanical failure and human error.  Mechanical failure may seem obvious, but to fully understand imagine your car driving all day long seven days a week and being driven by different people in all types of weather conditions and on all types of surfaces.  These vehicles are well used, especially if they are operated by a successful executive car service (that means they are going out often).  The company must have their own mechanic facility and employ its own mechanics; preventative maintenance must be performed weekly if not daily.   Human error also plays a roll and that can start as early as when the reservation is taken, it can be the fault of the client the reservationist or a combination of the two.  To avoid confusion confirmations must be made and respected, calls must be recorded and monitored, or else the law of average dictates that eventually there will be a problem.

This is only the smallest glimpse into the inner machinations of a great New York or Long Island based Executive car service or Limousine Company.   In this industry the margin for error is large and people expect what they pay for.  It takes a lot to ensure perfect service, it takes a lot to accommodate a corporate client flawlessly or exceed the expectations of a nervous bride.  But that is what it takes to be the best limousine service or executive car service in New York or on Long Island, that is what All Star Limousine does every day.

All Star Limousine is a Long Island, New York based company with an extensive global reach; we provide expert Wedding, Special Event and Executive Travel services throughout the Tri-State area and the world. We have over 30 years of experience in the travel industry; our attention to detail, 2013 top-of-the-line vehicles and professional trained Chauffeurs set us apart from the rest!

by Jarrad Kulick