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Peace of Mind in These Trying Times

Sat, 03 Oct 2020 21:19:00 GMT

As someone who watches a lot of TV, I’ve seen more than my fair share of commercials where businesses are basically outlining their new cleaning regimen. While they can be pretty amusing, there is something to be said for the added peace of mind they bring. Now more than ever, you want to know that whichever store or restaurant you’re in is doing everything they can to help keep you safe.

We have always prided ourselves in keeping our vehicles looking pristine both inside and out, but with the global pandemic we’ve had to up our game to make sure that all of our vehicles are as safe as they are luxurious. Of course, this means that our detailers have been going the extra mile and making sure that each vehicle is completely sanitized before and after any trip. For your protection, and ours, we do require that masks are worn at all times in our vehicles and are more than happy to provide masks and hand sanitizer for all of our passengers.

In these trying times, we all want to worry less and this is our way of giving our passengers one less thing to worry about. You can rest assured you’re in safe hands with AITS!

From All of Us Here at American International

Fri, 11 Sep 2020 20:11:00 GMT

Hello to our Friends, Family, and Valued Customers in Monterey and the World Over!

It’s been a very interesting year so far, to say the least. We started off the year with a global pandemic that’s still ravaging the country, briefly glossed over Murder Hornets, and are now in the midst of the worst wildfires in West Coast history. It seems like a very odd year to start a blog, doesn’t it?

Well, it does and it doesn’t. In some ways, it’s a new venture; showing that while this pandemic can take away birthday parties, family reunions, and other gatherings, it can’t take away our voice and our resilience to be heard on a platform new to us.

We have been in business in the Monterey Peninsula for nearly 40 years and have prided ourselves on our reliability and resilience. Having weathered the 1989 Earthquake that brought our state to a standstill, and keeping our doors open in the wake of September 11th, 2001 a tragedy that ground the world to a screeching halt, we haven’t stopped moving. We haven’t stopped working as hard as we can to keep the Monterey Peninsula moving, because that’s who we are.

We keep moving to get through the rough patches and into a brighter future. We’ve done it before, we’ll do it again, and we know that we’re not alone. Neither are you. Should you need transportation at any time, day or night, please contact us at any time and we’ll get you a first class ticket to wherever you need to go.

Flight Anxiety? 3 Reasons to Book Professional Transportation

Thu, 24 May 2018 00:00:00 GMT

One in three American travelers has a fear of flying, even though the chances of actually being involved in a plane crash are around one in 11 million. Fortunately, you can quell your anxiety by doing something as simple as booking professional transportation to and from the airport. Here are three reasons to hire a professional driver for your next visit to the airport.

1. Arrive on Time

When you are worried about an upcoming flight, it can be incredibly overwhelming to prepare for a trip. In addition to packing, you might also be concerned about traffic, checking in, and going through security and customs. Fortunately, when you book a car, you can let a professional driver worry about getting you to the airport on time - while you focus on everything else.

Professional drivers who offer airport transportation understand the best routes to help you to arrive in a timely manner and also eliminate the need for finding and paying for parking, which can save you time and money. Instead of having to track down an appropriate parking garage and worry about printing off a dashboard slip, you can simply pull up to your terminal, hop out of the car, and focus on getting to your gate on time.

When you book a car for your next airport adventure, keep in mind that the airline industry recommends arriving two hours early for domestic flights and three hours ahead of time for international travel.

However, if you take advantage of the pre-check program or you are flying privately, you may need less time. Ask your professional driver to arrive at least 15 minutes early so you can focus on how you are feeling instead of thinking about directions, traffic, and parking.

2. Medicate Without Worrying

Depending on the level of flight anxiety you have, you may use medications to help quell your symptoms. Unfortunately, many anxiety medications have unpleasant side effects that could make it impossible to drive, such as fatigue, blurred vision, and even muscle weakness.

On the other hand, when you book a private car, you can medicate without worrying about arriving safely. Before your flight, you can take the prescribed dose of anxiety medication, relax, and rest in the vehicle before your trip. Having a professional driver is especially helpful if you need to take sleeping medication before an overnight or international trip. You can take your medication before the trip or on the drive, so you don't have to wait too long for the medicine to kick in once you're on board the flight.

Professional transportation also helps the roads to stay safer, since you won't be tempted to drive under the influence. In addition to helping you to avoid potentially serious collisions, you can also avoid legal problems like DUIs, which may occur if you've had too many drinks on the plane.

3. Enjoy Distractions

Sometimes, all people need to calm down before a flight is a simple distraction like a favorite TV show, a great music playlist, or a fun friend who is along for the ride. Professional transportation gives you the chance to enjoy distractions during the journey.

Often, people who have flight anxiety focus on other things to take their mind off of their upcoming trip, such as working, talking with a loved one, or reading a book.

The time spent in the backseat of a limousine or luxury car can also give you the time to download a podcast or return a few emails before you lose Internet connectivity for a few hours - and can help to speed the time and decrease your overall stress load.

Remember, an easier flight is just a phone call away with American International Transportation Services, Inc. As experienced transportation specialists, our team focuses on getting our customers where they need to go safely and in style. To reserve your next luxury coupe or comfortable charter bus, give us a call today.

Swooning Potential Employees? 3 Things to Set up in a Corporate Car

Wed, 28 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMT

With the right talent, your company can perform better and continue to gain traction in a competitive market, which is why you might be interested in bringing your A-game when you interview prospective employees. In addition to flying them out for an interview and booking a luxury vehicle to pick them up at the airport, you might also be interested in sweetening the deal by adding a few special touches. Here are three things you should set up in corporate vehicles, and why they might entice future workers.

Local Travel Guides

Although some people jump at the chance to explore new places and interesting attractions, other folks aren't sure where to start. To welcome your interviewee to your city, consider putting a few current travel guides in the car, including restaurant ratings and brochures about local events.

Before you add items to the car, do your research to find out which events will be happening in the area the week of the interview. If you learn about a wine tasting or a local city festival coming up soon, find fliers and other information about the events and put them in the car in an organized folder.

Keep in mind that some events might not be interesting to all applicants, so learn as much as you can about the person before you look for activities for them to enjoy during their stay. For example, if you can tell from their social media pages that they love sports cars, look for events that center around formula racing or car shows.

A Snack and Beverage Bar

Travel can be long and arduous, especially if they flew on an airline that doesn't provide much in the way of food or drinks during the flight. To hold them over until they get to the hotel or dinner restaurant, stock the snack and beverage bar inside of your corporate rental car.

Consider adding foods and beverages that are made locally and downright delicious. For example, if you are entertaining prospective employees who have traveled to the Pacific Coast, a nice bottle of wine made in Sonoma Valley might be a great complement to that delicious loaf of freshly made sourdough bread.

Most charter companies allow individuals to bring in their own food and drinks but check with the company beforehand to make sure your selections are okay to enjoy during the ride. Some businesses have rules about eating highly scented foods or drinks during the ride since they can permeate interiors. Instead of offering your new recruit bagels, lox, and cream cheese, easy-to-eat, low-odor finger foods might be a better choice.

Gift Cards or Certificates

Although you might be more than willing to reimburse your traveler's expenses when they come out to visit, you never really know how another person is doing financially, which is why the addition of gift cards or certificates is well-received by most people.

Think carefully about your favorite places to eat and visit in your area and consider investing in a few gift cards to those locations so your potential employee can enjoy the kind of lifestyle you do for the week. When people have gift cards, they are more likely to try new things and explore new places, so be thoughtful when you make those selections.

Since your new recruit might need to move their entire family to your city if they accept the position, consider adding gift cards to family-friendly businesses or restaurants. For instance, they might enjoy showing their kids pictures of the fish inside of the local aquarium, or they could enjoy a Saturday afternoon at that fancy golf course - so they can imagine what life would be like if they took the job.

If you are interviewing applicants and you need to make a strong first impression, let our team help. At American International Transportation Service, Inc., we cater to customers who care about the details. From immaculate luxury cars to fleets of limousines and high-end sedans, we can make your next interview a comfortable, relaxing experience for every one.

Reasons for an Elderly Person to Use a Chartered Transportation Service

Mon, 29 Jan 2018 00:00:00 GMT

It is frustrating when you don't have the freedom to get around like you used to. Owning a car is expensive enough between the costs of storage, gas, and maintenance. Yet taking the bus or waiting for a taxi takes up much of the day just to get you to where you are going and back home again.

Here are some good reasons to arrange for a chartered ride the next time you need a way to get around town or want to travel to visit family members.

Safety

A qualified chartered car or bus driver will be on the lookout for your well-being. They'll meet you in a safe place for pickup and make sure you're always dropped off as close as possible to your destination.

You also don't have to worry about staying alert while driving, so you can spend your travel time doing other things like reading, knitting, or looking at the scenery. Health conditions that cause you to nod off or lose focus won't pose a safety risk to you while you're safely in the backseat.

Dependability

You can order your chartered ride ahead of time and know it will be at your door promptly. You don't have to sit at a bus stop in cold or hot weather, waiting with all your groceries. There's no chance of your being delayed in the rain because the bus is already full of people. They can drop you off at your doorstep instead of at a stop that is far away and requires you to travel by foot.

You know you will get to that next appointment on time rather than 10 minutes late due to bus delays.

Flexibility

If you've ever owned a car, you know it will eventually break down and leave you with all of the hassle of getting it to the repair shop and paying for the costs. With a chartered car service, if your specific vehicle breaks down during your ride, another replacement in working order will be sent to pick you up and take you on your way.

The charter fleet is well maintained between shifts, so such an event is unlikely to happen. There's a great reliability in choosing to rely on vehicles that are maintained routinely.

Ridesharing

Sharing a chartered with a friend or an entire group is always an option as well. You will have plenty of time to sit and talk about current events without having to be concerned with driving the car, navigating traffic, and figuring out a close place to park.

If you live in an assisted living facility, sharing a ride with another resident makes private transportation use a lot more affordable on a fixed income. Setting up a long-term arrangement for routine weekly or monthly trips can also help you negotiate a good deal.

Get to your appointments on time and enjoy shopping trips once again with a little help from your friends here at American International Transportation Service, Inc.

5 Times Business Owners Should Hire a Car Service

Wed, 29 Nov 2017 00:00:00 GMT

1. Impress a Client

Meeting with a potential new client or an important existing one is nerve-racking for all business owners. A lot of effort is invested to ensure their visit is exceptional in every way. Of course, their day does not begin when they walk into the office. For out-of-town clients, it starts when they walk out of the airport.

An airport limo service helps reduce their stress, eliminates any delays caused by driving around an unfamiliar city and shows respect and appreciation for the client. It is easier to gain the trust of someone when they know the business is willing to go out of their way to make them happy and comfortable.

2. Meet With Investors

Entrepreneurs must always tow a fine line when they meet with investors. It is important to look and act professional but not to go overboard and seem frivolous. It may be tempting to hire an elaborate limousine to enable the group to stretch out and feel comfortable but this could cause concern that their investment may not be well-spent.

A high-end sedan from a car service is a sensible option when touring a city or jobsite with investors. They enjoy a comfortable ride but are not distracted from their business conversation. The owner of the company has the professional edge they need and nothing takes the spotlight away from the business.

3. Reward an Employee

Happy employees change jobs less often, put in more effort and make worksites more enjoyable. A lot of resources are wasted when an employer must constantly search for new talent and invest in training. Employee retention is a complicated subject, but many experts agree that employees remain when they feel respected.

Employers show respect through unexpected perks. For example, offer a limousine to an employee for their wedding day or surprise one with a chauffeured ride home in a luxury sedan as they begin their much-deserved vacation. The cost is minimal for the employer, and they earn a

reputation as someone that appreciates their workers.

4. Reduce Your Stress

It is not uncommon for a busy executive to have multiple meetings in a single day. Unfortunately, these meetings do not always take place in the same office or even on the same side of the city. It is not always possible to look over reports, read through notes or prepare a speech or statement when driving back and forth.

A rental vehicle is a convenient solution. It prevents distracted driving and the worry that precious time is wasted while sitting in traffic. A car service lets people have the time to relax and collect their thoughts, make phone calls and prepare for their next meeting. The individual arrives and enters with confidence rather than hurried and unfocused.

5. Get Some Rest

A long business trip and an exhausting flight are made even more frustrating when it includes a long drive home at the end. Business owners must remember to reward themselves occasionally too. Studies show that small rewards boost productivity and prevent professional burnout.

Businesses only succeed when they stand out from the competition. At AITS (American International Transportations Service) we provide our clients with the opportunity to have a professional edge. Car hire services offer convenience, luxury and much more. Contact us to learn more about how our efforts will benefit your business.

Wedding Transportation Suggestions to Help Your Day Run Smoothly

Tue, 12 Sep 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Over two million people in the United States get married each year. However, regardless of the large number of ceremonies, each bride or groom desires a wedding that is unique and special.

The details of a well-planned wedding make it memorable. Wedding planners understand this and try to plan the timing of every component of the special day. However, before the nuptial vows can be shared, the bride, groom and wedding party need to be in place. As a result, selecting the right wedding transportation can make or break a wedding.

As you choose a transportation provider for your wedding, be sure to keep the following suggestions in mind.

Consider your own personal style.

Limousines are the most traditional options for wedding transportation. However, there are other luxury vehicles that may better fit your personal taste or wedding theme. If an amazingly luxurious Bentley or a party bus with dark glass windows better matches your style, choose your wedding transportation accordingly.

Don't procrastinate.

Most people are married within 24 months of saying "yes" to a proposal. In fact, 40 percent have an engagement that lasts between 13 and 18 months. This may seem like an indefinite amount of time, but procrastination can leave a couple with too little time to secure all of their desired arrangements.

Like the amount of time that is left before your wedding date, the number of preferred vehicles for your special day is not limitless. As a result, it is best to reserve your wedding transportation months in advance. In fact, the sooner, the better — especially if you are getting married in popular months, such as June or September.

Visit the transportation company in person to see the fleet.

When it comes to your wedding transportation, even if you think that you know exactly what you want, you may be surprised when you view the vehicles in person. Some people change their mind once they see larger or more elegant vehicles than they first selected.

In addition, viewing the exact make and model of each vehicle that you will be reserving can help you avoid unwelcome surprises. As your wedding transportation arrives to pick you up on your special day, you will have an idea of the exact amenities and features that are offered.

Don't forget the details.

Here are a few details that you need to have in mind when you reserve your wedding fleet:

Pick-up and drop-off locations
Number of hours you plan to rent the vehicles
Number of people who will be transported in each vehicle
Make, model and color of each desired wedding vehicle

Also, if you want to enjoy a special type of champagne during the ride to or from your wedding, request it during your transportation reservation. In addition, be prepared to provide a CD with a playlist of special songs to serve as the musical accompaniment for your ride.

Whatever you've envisioned will need to be shared with the wedding transportation provider ahead of time to ensure that you are not disappointed. Some requests, such as the addition of streamers and other decorations on the fleet vehicles, may not be permitted. These limitations are often in place to keep the vehicles in top shape and prevent potential safety issues.

Consider your budget.

If you have a limited budget, ask about the pricing of the available rental vehicles before you get too deep into the planning stages. Your budget may dictate the number and type of vehicles that you will be renting. Also, don't forget to inquire about the gratuity for the drivers.

You can get all the information you need by contacting American International Transportation Service, Inc.