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Newark Wedding Transportation Guide

Arriving to Your North Jersey Wedding in Style

If you’ve ever seen “The Wedding Singer,” you know that Jersey’s all about getting there in style. Big cars are all the rage, and, for your Newark wedding, chances are you’ll want to rent a first-class limo. North Jersey has other advantages too; the nearby airport means shuttles are available for large parties—you can even rent a bus. Whatever your wedding transportation needs, read on for tips that’ll make you rock and roll.

Newark wedding day transportation should be taken care of 4 months’ prior to your ceremony. (Allow 6 months if you’re getting married during prom season, March through June—the surrounding Newark suburbs means lots of high school formals.) Transportation costs vary, depending on the type of vehicle you rent and how many cars you’ll need. A good sum to start with is $500 for the day.

Before you start your search, have a solid estimate of how many people will need transportation, and whether or not you want to pay for wedding extras like unlimited champagne and sun roofs. Read the fine print so you don’t spend money on an amenity you don’t need. Should you rent more than one vehicle (for the day of your wedding or for any pre-wedding parties), you might get a discount. To find transportation providers, ask friends and relatives, as well as other vendors. Be sure to get references, and contact the Better Business Bureau for complaints.

When you’re ready to find your Newark transportation provider, make sure to visit the OurWeddingDay.com Northern New Jersey Local Vendor section for a regularly updated, extensive list of top Newark wedding contacts.

Traditional wedding etiquette dictates that the bride travels with her father and bridesmaids, and the groom travels in a separate car with the best man. Moms should have their own vehicle. These “rules” are mere guidelines, however, and you can alter the transportation arrangements to suit your personal style.

Once you pick your car, make sure it’s the color requested (never assume the limo will be white unless specifically stated in the contract), and ask to see the vehicle to make sure it’s in excellent condition. For those of you looking to cut down on your budget, investigate non-white cars, as they tend to go for a cheaper rate.

The Newark wedding-day transportation contract should cover the driver’s attire, so that it matches the formality of your wedding. You’ll also need the name of any substitute drivers, should a last-minute emergency occur. Find out, too, if gas is covered by the company, or if you are responsible for filling up.

Your driver has to have clear maps of all sites, and experience driving in any out of the way areas. Exchange cell phone numbers (always have a number from someone who’s not in the wedding party), as well as landlines, should you find yourself in an area with poor service, or should batteries die. Drivers are generally tipped 20%, provided the service is exceptional. The best man or another wedding-party member should be responsible for this task.

-David Toussaint