Holiday Light Tours in a Limo | PJ's World Wide

The beautiful Valley of the Sun is coming to life with sparkling holiday light!  It is one of our family's traditions to take a limo ride with close family and friends to tour the beautiful holiday lights in our neighborhoods.

We start at our house - having a scrumptious dinner and a gift exchange.  Then our beautiful party bus arrives and the chauffeur rolls out the red carpet.  The party bus has champagne, sparkling cider, soda and bottled water all pre-stocked for us.  We bring on a few carafes of hot chocolate.  The party bus is decorated with red and green balloons and holiday music is playing on the CD player.  It is the perfect atmosphere - our chauffeur takes us around to see some of the beautifully decorated homes and businesses using the route that I've printed up for him.

My favorite places to make sure and visit include the McCormick-Stillman Railroad park, the Scottsdale Pavillions mall, Scottsdale Civic center and Westworld of Scottsdale.  Other favorites our clients enjoy is the Community of Joy Church in the Northwest Valley, Desert Foothills Park in Awatukee, and the Mormon Tempe in Mesa.

We have a map of lights available for your reference.  Our chauffeurs will go wherever you ask/route but we try and stay out of planning the route.  Sometimes you may not be happy with the light displays and of course we don't control the decorations and /or whether the decorations are light at a home or not.  We can make suggestions but ultimately the route/plan is up to you - (the client).

We laugh and talk on the ride - the kids "ohh" and "ahhh" over some of the beautiful decorations.  And they are thrilled to see that one of the homes has Santa Claus sitting in front of it - ready to take our children's Christmas wishes!

A Holiday Light Tour from In The Scene Limousine is one of our family's favorite traditions around this time of year.  Gifts can break or get lost - but memories and experiences last a life-time.  Book your Holiday Light Tour today!

Posted by Rachel Ricks

Happy Holidays | Limousine Service by PJ's World Wide 

Limo Service | Know before you go

Getting the right limo often depends on the type of occasion, number of people, number of hours you'll need and how far you're going. Most companies will need to know if this is for a wedding, concert, prom, birthday party or maybe an anniversary - and they often specialize in certain events to deliver the best possible experience. The more details you can provide, the better the value and service you'll receive.


   Not all limousine services are equal. Price should not be the only factor in your search. Much like renting a hotel, different price points often mean different service levels. It good to have a budget determined ahead of time, but also know what type of experience you want.

    Often times, the right vehicle can make all the difference - a stretch Hummer for your next bachelor party or a classic antique for riding off in style from the wedding. Ensure the vehicle you're getting has the space, features and look for your next event. Try to book a vehicle that has room for at least one to two more people than are in your party. Some companies provide music (radio or satellite radio), so ask in advance or be prepared to take your iPod or a mix CD with enough music to last the whole ride. Also ask about features like the seating arrangement and luggage capacity for large group vehicles.

    Always make sure you are checking prices apples-to-apples between services. Each limousine company will generally have their own unique pricing policies. Most companies offer services priced by the hour - but may also offer flat/guaranteed rates for airport rides or sometimes all-inclusive packages. Pay attention to "add on's" like fuel surcharges or other services fees not included in the base price. FYI, it is customary to tip drivers 18-20% of the base price. Most companies automatically charge a driver tip, while some leave it to the customer to decide. Be sure you get the full price up front when weighing your options.

    A package is often the best choice for special occasions like weddings, concerts, prom, sporting events or other ride types with a predictable start and end time. Packages will generally provide a set number of hours in a vehicle that fits your party size and event for a fixed, all-inclusive price. Some companies offer packages for every type of service and most give substantial "bulk rate" price breaks.

    Start searching well before you need your limo. For wedding limos, some people book 12-18 months in advance. Other events, like proms, are best to book a limo a few months in advance. In general, it is best to start looking 3-4 weeks before your event. After you've selected the right limo service provider, get confirmation in writing. For special occasions, it's generally a good idea to contact your limo service provider a week before the event, just to ensure everything is confirmed.

    The most important thing to consider when booking a limo is safety for yourself and your party. Legitimate limo companies need to be registered with their state (US only), have the proper levels of insurance and be properly licensed. Never book a limo with a company that can't promptly show you their licensing and insurance credentials - don't take chances.

Plan ahead

    Think about all the details of your ride experience. Do you need ice or drinks? Do you have a preferred route for your ride? What stops would you like to make? Providing these details to your chosen limo service provider will help them meet your needs - for the right price.