Proper Limo Etiquette

Everyone loves limo rides. They’re almost the best part of the event that’s going on, right? Whether it’s for your wedding, the prom, a birthday party, a bachelor or bachelorette party, an anniversary, or a night on the town, a great limo service is always a blast. And while the point is to have fun riding around in a limousine, there is some good “rule of thumb” limo etiquette rules that every passenger should follow. The luxury car service and driver you’re using need to be treated respectfully.

But what exactly does this respect entail? We’ve put together somethings for you to consider as a passenger.

-Knowing How To Get In

This may sound completely silly, but to be honest, this is something that causes a lot of last-minute mishaps and clumsiness. Allow the driver to open the door for you (after all, that’s the driver’s job), sit in the first empty seat that you see, and swing your legs in for a smooth entry. Once you’re seated, scoot along the row of seats until you’ve found the right spot. 

-Guest Count

It’s good to know how many passengers there will be riding in the limo or luxury car you’ve booked and to let the company know this number. Keep in mind If the amount of passengers increases for any reason, let them in on that as well. It will help determine which of their vehicles will be the most comfortable, accommodating, and safe for your party.

-Know The Party Rules

We, like the majority of others, allow NO smoking in their cars. Be mindful and respectful of this! Check with the company when you book about having any alcohol approved, and be generally respectful while inside the car. Don’t swear at your driver or be obnoxious. They are there doing a job for you, and they need to feel a certain level of safety as well.

-Don’t Trash The Limo

Leave the limo, as closely as you can, as you found it. Don’t leave empty bottles, cans, or wrappers. Don’t throw food or drink at your fellow passengers. Don’t put your shoes all over the seats. When you leave, take what you brought with you. Some luxury car service companies charge a cleaning fee if there’s a mess, so be mindful of this.

-Don’t Forget To Tip

General etiquette says you should tip your driver 15% of the limo rental fee if it’s a regular ride, and 20% if you’ve rented the limo for a special occasion (especially if the passengers are in “party mode”).

At Xquisite Limo, we truly appreciate customers who practice great limo etiquette. We provide stylish, safe, and reliable transport to get around in. We employ the best drivers, and we pride ourselves on our outstanding service. If you need a limo, luxury car, or sedan service, fill in for an instant quote or simply contact us!