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3 Ways to Roll into the New Year Like a Travel Expert


2023…wow! It’s hard to believe we’re already 23 years into the 21st century, but here we are. While some of us may be a little disappointed that hover cars and teleportation still aren’t a thing, there are plenty of ways that travel today is upgraded. Take motorcoaches, for example, they’re more comfortable, more techy, and …

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Four Ways to Be a More Responsible Traveler


The breathtaking views of the Grand Canyon, the unstoppable energy of NYC, the calming effects of the ocean…these are all great reasons to travel the US. However, with the undeniable benefits that come with long-distance travel come cons like increased pollution, decreased familiarity with your surroundings, and more. To help you enjoy your vacation, while …

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2023 Travel Prep Tips


Traveling is one of the best ways to release stress and get out of the daily grind, however, preparing to hit the road can be stressful. No worries though, we’ve got some great tips to help your travel prep go smoothly: Take Care of Bills: Finances are the last thing you want on your mind …

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Ten Travel Resolutions to Make (and Keep) in 2023


Travel Sustainably: Choose green travel options like motorcoach transportation, pick LEED rated hotels, and bring sustainable products like reusable water bottles to decrease your environmental impact. Be Adventurous: Try new things! Whether that’s booking a group trip with people you don’t know or journeying to a new region, you won’t regret trying something new. Hit …

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Can You Drink Alcohol or Smoke on a Bus?

Can You Drink Alcohol or Smoke on a Bus?


Renting a minibus, limo bus, party bus or other bus type is a great way to keep your group safe while in transit. Even for smaller groups of a dozen passengers, renting a minibus can make more sense than driving individually. A question we sometimes receive at BusRates.com is, “Can you drink alcohol on a charter bus?”

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Take a Long-Distance Motorcoach Trip


2023 is here. If you haven’t already embraced living in the 21st century, now is the time. All around us tech advancements are making life easier and more enjoyable and the motorcoach industry is no exception to this. In the past decade bus advancements – both tech and accomodation wise – have taken coach travel …

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Tips for Crossing the U.S.-Canada Border by Bus

Tips for Crossing the U.S.-Canada Border by Bus


Whether you are visiting the beautiful city of Toronto, taking in the food and sounds of Quebec City, or checking out the other side of the incredible Niagara Falls, renting a charter bus to make the trip is an efficient option.

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Marketing Tips for Charter Bus Companies

Marketing Tips for Charter Bus Companies


  Charter bus companies must fight to earn customer loyalty and brand awareness in a fiercely competitive marketplace. Becoming a preferred charter bus company means growing your business with marketing tactics that attract and retain passengers. Potential customers learn about your charter bus business through digital and traditional marketing. You must capture prospective passengers’ interest …

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Charter Bus Pricing


There are countless reasons to rent a charter bus. Whether you are out with a big group of friends to celebrate a birthday or wedding, attending a family reunion, or on a company-wide retreat, group travel is effortless with a charter bus rental.  When most people think of a charter bus, they likely think of …

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What’s A Party Bus?


There are a few terms on the Internet that are more confusing than “party bus.” If you sat in a room with 20 people and asked them to describe what a party bus is, what it looked like, and what you do with one, you would get 20 different answers. As the most-searched-for bus term …

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