Planning a meeting in Las Vegas or attending a convention in Las Vegas and having to organize satellite events?
Transportation Services for Your Las Vegas Experience
Getting attendees and group members to their destinations in Las Vegas is part of the meeting planner’s challenge. According to the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA), 56 percent of visitors arrive in Las Vegas by ground transportation while the other 44 percent fly to the city. Both groups need to get around town once they’re here, and Las Vegas has several options for event planners to consider so they can make that experience as easy as possible for attendees. In this issue, learn about hiring valet services for your event, and then explore the options of organizing party bus travel for groups and using limousine services for tours and team building.

Valet Parking services
One way to elevate your event to the next level in both elegance and convenience is hiring a professional valet company. According to LVCVA, 48 percent of people use their personal vehicles to get around while in Las Vegas, so having valet available for those that drive saves them time, money and anxiety about checking on a meter so they can enjoy themselves more.

As a city known for its lack of cheap and convenient parking, many Las Vegas hotels and other businesses already offer valet services that can be included in your event booking. However, if you hold your event at an unusual or off-the-beaten-path venue, valet services may not be included.

Many Las Vegas valet companies maintain long-term contracts at local establishments on a full- or part-time basis, but they also engage in contracts for special events, fundraisers, weddings, major conventions, grand openings and private parties. The established companies with a history of integrity can handle tremendous volumes and the demands of large-scale events, often moving thousands of vehicles in a short period of time.

Following are a few companies that offer short-term valet service for special events in Las Vegas:

Most companies ensure successful standard service by providing all necessary equipment and incidentals, including signage, communication infrastructure, uniforms, a podium and ticketing system, traffic devices and even umbrellas. Some companies also offer “Red Carpet” extras and other special touches sure make your attendees feel like royalty.

Pete’s Parking, LLC, adds yet another level of professional integrity with its service. All its valet attendants have no less than five years of experience in prior public-safety positions, including security officers, military personnel, firefighters and emergency medical technicians. Should it be important to the execution of the event, clients can choose particular service expertise for the valets to have.

Another advantage of valet service at your event is that this is the first welcoming point of contact for your guests. Professional and courteous valets can begin to create ambiance that elevates the function to another level of elegance and shows guests that Las Vegas knows hospitality.

In addition, professional valet-service companies ensure reliable and secure handling of all vehicles so your guests can have presence of mind that their cars will be safe as they enjoy all that your Las Vegas event has to offer. To that end, valet companies’ management teams work closely with you to plan and execute a personalized and seamless valet-parking experience. Reputable companies also provide full liability insurance coverage, which eliminates the need to worry about costs incurred from negligence on the part of the valets.

Arranging valet services will enhance and elevate the experience of your guests, and it can prove cost-efficient for your event’s budget if you do your research and compare costs and incentives. Just remember to remind your guests that it is customary to tip the attendant a few dollars when picking up their car.

Party Bus benefits
For the 44 percent of Las Vegas visitors who arrive by air, event planners need another way to coordinate getting attendees around the city in safety and with style. Consider chartering a bus with a little extra flair for a night on the town. The aptly named “party buses” provide a safe and controlled environment for small- to medium-size groups, especially when alcohol is involved.

Generally best for groups of 10–40, the spacious interior of a party bus and its extra amenities make guests feel like rock stars. Although details vary across companies, elements often include fully stocked bars, flat-screen TVs, DVD and CD players, dynamic surround-sound systems, plush leather couch seating, mirrored ceilings, custom specialty lighting and high ceilings that allow guests to comfortably move around.

With party buses, groups reach their destination all at once without extra individual hassles. Plus, these services provide destination-specific pick-ups and drop-offs almost anywhere in their service area, often at multiple points, so attendees can sit back, enjoy the ride and socialize while someone else drives. The safe, regulated environment reduces coordination hassles and costs in the long run while providing peace of mind.

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