Tips & Info

If you are interested in chartering one of our Trolleys or Double Deckers, here are some general guidelines to consider in your planning process.

What type and size vehicle will you need?
How many people will be traveling?
What is your travel itinerary?
Who will be your contact for your group's charter needs?

Questions to Ask an Operator Before Signing a Contract
Not all charter companies are the same and therefore other factors need to be considered in addition to price.  To help you get all the service and reliability you want and need, we offer these tips for better chartering. We hope that they will help you prepare better quote request and keep your groups safe, comfortable, and satisfied.

Does your group have any special needs that must be met?

Clearly spell out your schedule and what is involved in detail.
Be sure the company knows what hours the driver must be available to the group.

Find out when the company was established, and how long it has been offering charter services. A good track record is always desirable.

Request a Certificate of Insurance.
Your carrier should supply a Certificate of Insurance. This certificate shows the carrier's levels of insurance and effective policy dates. Accepted levels of insurance call for a minimum of $5 million for combined single-limit liability.

Ask how many vehicles are in their fleet.
Overall charter fleet size is important. It provides a gauge to the operator's ability to supply alternate vehicles in the event of a mechanical problem, on multi-vehicle movements, or on weekends and during peak seasons. It also provides some insight into the success of the company.

For any other questions that you may have concerning a Chicago Trolley or Chicago Double Decker rental, please call our Group Sales Department at 773-648-5000 to speak with a Group Sales representative.