Transportation
costs are not included in the package rates offered on
this website. You may elect to coordinate your own roundtrip
transportation or advise your Four Seasons Tours representative
about your transportation needs. As a service to our clients,
Four Seasons Tours has developed a relationship with various
transportation providers nationwide in order to provide
our groups with the lowest motorcoach, train and commercial
and/or charter airline rates available. We do not require
full payment at the time of booking and will work the transportation
cost into your package payment schedule.
MOTORCOACH
Having
trouble finding a charter bus company? Let a Four Seasons
Tours representative assist you in finding an affordable,
yet state of the art motorcoach for your group. For over
twenty years, our professional staff has provided charter
motorcoaches from all areas of the United States. We will
also provide you with a 24-hour emergency number to contact
us to take care of any unforeseen problems which may occur
during your trip.
CHARTER AIRLINE
Do you have a large group
wanting to fly to Orlando? Are you having difficulty getting
the right schedule or you’re booked on two or more
flights? How about chartering your own airplane? Miami
Air International has provided charter service for 13 years
to incentive groups, sports teams, cruise lines, Fortune
500 companies, entertainers, political candidates and the
even the U.S. Government. They have been the exclusive
charter provider for Four Seasons Tours for over ten years,
allowing groups to conveniently set their own schedules
and not having to worry about being on different flights.
Their Boeing 737’s come equipped with the most modern
and sophisticated onboard systems so you can take comfort
in knowing that you’re in safe hands.
COMMERCIAL
AIRLINE
Four Seasons Tours provides commercial airline
transportation for your group at the lowest cost available.
We work with all major airlines nationwide in order
to find the most convenient schedules and airfares to make
your trip a success.
LOCAL TRANSPORTATION
If your group
is flying into Orlando, Four Seasons Tours can
also provide local transportation to and from the airport,
hotels, theme parks or anywhere your group decides to
visit during their trip. We provide motorcoaches, mini-buses
or vans from the best bus companies in the Central Florida
area. Our Four Seasons Tours escort staff will be on-hand
for every bus move to assure you that your group will
get to your destination safe and on-time.
When Booking Transportation on Your Own…
…And
you are arriving by MOTORCOACH
or PRIVATE VEHICLE: These vehicles are responsible
for providing all transportation services during your
stay unless otherwise stated in your contract. Hotel
reservations and payment for bus driver rooms must be
made through our office. Drivers are not entitled to
receive complimentary rooms, meals or attractions tickets.
…And
arriving by AIR or TRAIN: It will be necessary to make
arrangements for local transportation during your stay.
Local transfers may be purchased through our office
or you can make these arrangements on your own.
General Advice and Tips for Booking Your Own Transportation…
MOTORCOACH
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Please make certain you provide a detailed itinerary
to the bus company in order to get a specific cost for
their services.
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Always clarify with the bus company who is responsible
for the cost of the bus driver(s) room and meals, and
budget accordingly.
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Ask for references from groups who have recently traveled
with the bus company you are considering and check them
out with the Better Business Bureau.
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Time permitting, have a representative from your group
inspect the bus(es) prior to placing a deposit.
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If the group is departing from Orlando in the evening,
you will need to budget for a late check-out at the hotel
for the driver(s).
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Be aware of the Department of Transportation (DOT)
driving regulations. A driver can be on duty a maximum
of 10 hours or 550 miles, whichever comes first. They
must have at least 8 hours rest before resuming duty.
This is important when scheduling your arrival and departure
times.
CHARTER AIRLINE
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When booking a charter flight, the group is responsible
for the payment of every seat on the plane, regardless
of it being used or not.
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When booking your charter flight, inquire about the
maximum additional costs the group may incur due to fuel
increases, taxes or facility charges.
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Ask airline exactly how much luggage and equipment
can be carried on the plane. Cargo areas vary in size
and carry-on restrictions vary as well
COMMERCIAL AIRLINE
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We suggest you assign someone to call
airline 12-24 hours prior to departure to check for
delays and/or gate changes and arrive at least 2 hours
prior to check-in.
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Attach nametags to all checked bags. If you have oversized
luggage, contact airline prior to departure to confirm
size limitations.
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Some airlines collect group tickets upon
arrival and hold them until your departure. If your
airline does not do this, we suggest assigning someone
from your group to collect all tickets for safekeeping.
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When submitting your passenger
list to the airline, please make sure to submit each
person’s legal
name, correctly spelled.
LOCAL TRANSPORATION
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Please make certain you provide a detailed itinerary
to the transportation company in order to get a specific
cost for their services.
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For instrumental groups traveling by air, an Equipment
Truck to transport luggage and instruments to and from
the airport and performance venues may be needed.
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