Can anyone recommend a good limo/car service in LA?
Jun 25, 2014, 11:50 am
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Transfers From LAX
I'm flying into LAX next week with my family and need to transfer to Buena Park, followed by a move to Beverly Hills a few days later. Can anyone advise of a good taxi/ transfer company?
Jun 25, 2014, 4:12 pm
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Jun 25, 2014, 4:43 pm
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I'm a big fan of ExecuCar (www.execucar.com)
I believe they are an affiliate of SuperShuttle but run direct service and it varies on level of niceness. They run minivans to limos. The nice thing is that is not a shared ride service at all. You can book it all online and AAA also gives a discount.
In most cases, it's cheaper to do hotels - since I live near several, I always walk across the street to the Marriott to pick up my ride
I believe they are an affiliate of SuperShuttle but run direct service and it varies on level of niceness. They run minivans to limos. The nice thing is that is not a shared ride service at all. You can book it all online and AAA also gives a discount.
In most cases, it's cheaper to do hotels - since I live near several, I always walk across the street to the Marriott to pick up my ride
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Jun 25, 2014, 4:57 pm
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There's a resort shuttle system I believe. It's geared towards Disney Land visitors but they may have service to Buena Park.
Jun 28, 2014, 6:41 pm
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I'm a big fan of ExecuCar (www.execucar.com)
I believe they are an affiliate of SuperShuttle but run direct service and it varies on level of niceness. They run minivans to limos. The nice thing is that is not a shared ride service at all. You can book it all online and AAA also gives a discount.
In most cases, it's cheaper to do hotels - since I live near several, I always walk across the street to the Marriott to pick up my ride
I believe they are an affiliate of SuperShuttle but run direct service and it varies on level of niceness. They run minivans to limos. The nice thing is that is not a shared ride service at all. You can book it all online and AAA also gives a discount.
In most cases, it's cheaper to do hotels - since I live near several, I always walk across the street to the Marriott to pick up my ride
Usually very easy to find a promo code online for 5-10% off. You can also earn UA miles (and probably a couple of others).
The business class product is a great value for a family. They send a private door-to-door minivan that costs much less than any other private car service I've priced in the greater LA area, and sometimes less than even the shared rides. Every driver I've ever gotten has been excellent, too.
Enjoy your time!
Jul 1, 2014, 1:32 am
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Thanks for all the responses- I've booked Execucar from LAX to Buena Park for $75 in gratuities which seems pretty good for four people with five checked bags.
I'll probably use Uber for the later journey to Beverly Hills but I'm not sure if I can book in advance.
I'll probably use Uber for the later journey to Beverly Hills but I'm not sure if I can book in advance.
Jul 1, 2014, 12:06 pm
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Jul 4, 2014, 8:12 pm
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The Execucar transfer was fine. I received a text after I landed and confirmed once I had passed immigration. The driver appeared 10mins after confirming where to pick up. I would recommend fully.
It looks like Uber is on-demand whereas I like to plan ahead, so the next stage is TBC.
It looks like Uber is on-demand whereas I like to plan ahead, so the next stage is TBC.
Jul 4, 2014, 10:28 pm
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It is on-demand, but there are so many hanging around that you're bound to find one. Also, if you're within an hour of leaving, you can request one, call the driver, and explain the situation... most are willing to wait for a long fare.
Jul 9, 2014, 8:40 am
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I used Uber yesterday for a crosstown trip in LA- excellent service which was cheap and quick- 20 mins from ordering and progress can be watched on the Uber app.
Jul 20, 2014, 8:32 pm
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Can anyone recommend a good limo/car service in LA?
For airport transfers, quick visits to the sights, etc. I hate renting a car and would rather just take taxis or limos.
Thanks for any replies!
Thanks for any replies!
Jul 21, 2014, 7:40 am
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There is general consensus about Execucar:
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/los-a...sfers-lax.html
I've used them in the past successfully, also.
Check out Yelp, also.
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/los-a...sfers-lax.html
I've used them in the past successfully, also.
Check out Yelp, also.