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Are you planning a vacation for a large group? If you’ve checked the airline fares lately, you’re probably shocked at the cost of air travel. Taking a train can be less expensive, although it can still come with a hefty price tag.  Bus travel can be a more cost-effective alternative to planes and trains for …

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No matter if you’re planning a family reunion, day trip, wedding or school field day, having a professional handle your transportation helps ensure a smooth, stress-free experience for everyone. At BusRates, we make it easy to find the bus rentals you need with our simple process. How Our Charter Bus Rental Process Works  At BusRates, …

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Want to improve your church attendance, enhance involvement, bring people closer to faith and raise funds with group outings? Follow these steps to coordinate a fun, well-organized and well-planned gathering! 1. Brainstorm Ideas Think of some event ideas. Do you want a laid-back hangout so members can get to know each other? Or do you …

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Want to create a unique, hands-on learning experience for your class? Going on field trips offers a fun and exciting way to apply knowledge to real-life scenarios and make memories at different places around your community. Follow these tips to create an organized, well-planned schedule with safe and reliable transportation. 1. Select a School Trip …

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In 2023, travel is more accessible to more people than ever before. That means there are also more awesome travel tips and trends than ever before. Whether you’re a globe trotting novice or a nomadic pro, you’ll want to check out these top five 2023 trends. Ecotourism: More travel = more CO2 emissions. In 2023 …

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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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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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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?”

Christian tours are an excellent way to strengthen your faith and learn more about Christian history. They’re an opportunity to experience a spiritual journey and return enlightened and refreshed. With Christmas arriving soon, there are many upcoming holy land tours for a Christian group trip. Enjoy your trip with comfortable holiday transportation for your service …

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A large group trip to sunny Los Angeles is a delightful way to celebrate a birthday, promotion or engagement or satisfy your need for a relaxing vacation with your favorite people. While planning this destination travel can take time and dedication, the rewards and memories significantly outweigh the journey. To make your planning process as …

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