Unless otherwise agreed to in advance and in writing, the following Terms & Conditions apply. Total charges incurred are billed to the client’s credit card unless invoice arrangements have been made and approved in advance or there is an existing corporate billing account. Stagecoach Transportation LLC accepts VISA, MasterCard and American Express credit cards. Checks or cash may also be accepted subject to an authorized credit card guarantee and identity validation for security purposes. Checks may be required to be received in advance in order to clear prior to date(s) services are rendered. New and one-time clients will be required to present their credit card for imprinting. Additional ID verification may also be necessary.

 

AIRPORT TRANSFERS
STAGECOACH provides a flat rate for most domestic commercial airport pickups and drop-offs to or from MCO, SFB, GNV & TPA areas involving most major airports. The commercial airport transfer rate is based upon a pickup and drop-off without any associated delay or waiting time exceeding thirty (30) minutes. Your vehicle is dispatched according to the flight’s estimated time of arrival as provided to STAGECOACH by each respective airline’s automated system (ST is not responsible for delays caused by the airline’s automated system or otherwise). Billing shall revert to the prevailing hourly rate in the event the client is delayed, or the waiting time is exceeded, beyond the allotted thirty (30) minutes. Rates and terms may be different for private FBO’s or service involving international arrivals.

 

POINT-TO-POINT TRANSFERS
STAGECOACH may provide point-to-point transfer rates for local pickups and drop offs within the state of FL. Wait time beyond the fifteen (15) minute “grace” period as well as for extra stops or indirect routing are charged additional, or charges may revert to the prevailing hourly rate. Transfer rates are a function of time, distance and zone locations.

 

HOURLY SERVICE
STAGECOACH provides an hourly rate for all other service based on a three (3) hours or more minimum charge. Hourly or “As Directed” services allow for multiple stops and wait time as directed by the client. Vehicle will stay with the client or at their stop locations (as parking availability allows) for the entire rental time. Travel time may be charged on a “garage-to-garage” basis and is made a part of the respective hourly minimums.

 

CANCELLATIONS & CHANGES
ST understands that travel plans can change and cancellations are therefore sometimes necessary and unavoidable. Unless otherwise agreed to or provided in writing, the following applies:

 

• For airport transfers to and from, we accept cancellations on sedan & suv reservations without a charge forty-eight (48) hours before the scheduled pick-up time.
• For all international travelers or reservations we require a minimum thirty-six (36) hour cancellation notice or as otherwise noted in your confirmation.
• For special events, wedding parties, corporate events, large groups or otherwise customized transportation services we require cancellation notice of at least five (5) business days in advance for there to be no charge or cancellation penalty.
• For all late cancellations, STAGECOACH reserves the right to chargefifty percent (50%) of the quoted trip charge as of the time of cancellation.
• Time changes made with less than the required notice above will still result in additional and possibly full charges. Example: At 1:30pm a requested change in pick up time from 2:00pm to 4:00pm may result in a full charge for the 2:00pm trip and a new charge for the 4:00pm trip.
• As our general customer service policy, STAGECOACHwill make every effort to avoid cancellation penalties and accommodate changes in travel plans and schedules which are outside the clients’ control (e.g. rescheduled flights), however given the nature of scheduled transportation services and availability of vehicles Emerald cannot guarantee it will be able to make such accommodations on short notice.

 

NO-SHOWS
To avoid the full-charge “no-show” fee, if you do not see your STAGECOACH driver, please call our office immediately at 352-854-6642 or call the cell number of your driver which we provide typically 24 hours in advance via e-mail. We generally include all admin/licensing and/or tolls and parking fees and recommended 20% chauffeur gratuity in the minimum no-show fee for your convenience, however gratuity amount is always 100% at your discretion. You may increase, decrease or have the tip removed entirely. Please advise on the gratuity you wish to pay, if any.

For Point-to-Point & Airport Service, a fee equal to the base fare, wait time, admin/licensing/tolls and recommended chauffeur gratuity (gratuity amount at your discretion), will be charged when the client does not show at the pre-arranged pick-up location.

For Hourly Service, a fee equal to 3 hours of service, admin/licensing/tolls and recommended gratuity (gratuity amount at your discretion) will be charged when the client does not show at the pre-arranged pick-up location.

Again, to avoid no show charges, please call our office locally at (352) 854-6642 or e-mail us at [email protected] our dispatcher will immediately direct your driver to you.

 

E-MAIL COMMUNICATION
Generally we accept new reservations, changes and cancellations by e-mail [email protected] with adequate notice. Although we do operate 24/7/365, it is recommended that you verbally confirm any request sent after normal business hours and on major holidays. If your needs require attention in less than eight (8) hours or you’re calling us after normal business hours, please call our office at (352) 854-6642 

We cannot guarantee cancellations, changes or new reservations unless sent to [email protected] with adequate notice. Same day request MUST be by calling our office (352) 854-6642

You should always get an e-mail confirmation of a new reservation, any changed reservation or cancelled reservation. If you do not receive such e-mail confirmation, please contact us right away.

 

CHAUFFEUR TIP POLICY
It is customary to pay a tip to the driver for services rendered. As a convenience to our clients, a recommended 20% tip that is paid 100% to the driver is added to your charges, unless your corporate agreement states differently. A driver tip is always completely at your discretion and subject to your satisfaction with the driver’s friendliness and level of service. You may increase, decrease or eliminate the tip entirely. Please let us know if you choose to pay tip in a different manner. If you are approving an additional tip being added to the bill, please confirm via signature and/or promptly via e-mail to [email protected] referencing your reservation number, or just give us a call to adjust billing. Drivers understand that all tips must be earned by providing outstanding service to our clients and their guests, and that the actual amount received is always up to the client. As a courtesy to our clients, our drivers will never request, propose or suggest a tip or gratuity.

 

ARRIVAL TIME
STAGECOACH and its drivers always prepare in advance to avoid unnecessary delays in arrival time. However road, traffic, accidents and/or weather conditions are often times beyond the reasonable control of the company and the driver. No refunds can be given as a result of late arrivals due to such conditions or other occurrences out of the reasonable control of the company or the driver.

 

BAGGAGE AND OTHER PROPERTY TRANSPORTED
STAGECOACH cannot assume responsibility for the handling or maintenance of any luggage/baggage or other property, nor for any property left in the company’s vehicles. We will do everything possible to secure and retrieve any belongings left in the vehicle. Please always check thoroughly prior to leaving the vehicle for all your personal belongings.

 

PASSENGER CONDUCT
STAGECOACH reserves the right to refuse to transport persons under the influence of or in possession of illegal drugs, as well as those excessively intoxicated, in the possession of firearms or dangerous substances of any kind, or who are, or are likely to become objectionable to other persons or if the driver feels threatened in any way. Under no circumstances are minors allowed to consume or possess alcohol or illegal substances while in a company vehicle. Client shall not interfere with the driver in the discharge of his/her duty or tamper with any apparatus or appliance on the vehicle. In such instances, services will be terminated immediately and no refunds will be offered.

 

ADDITIONAL CHARGES

Wait Time (Airport & Point-to-Point Transfers)
For airport arrivals, STAGECOACH offers a 30-minute grace period from the updated arrival time. Thereafter, wait time will be charged at $25 for each additional 10 minute period. For all other transfers, a 10-minute grace period will be granted, thereafter, wait time will be charged at $25 for each additional 10 minute period. Wait time past 30 minutes will revert the trip to hourly minimum pricing.

 

Stops (Airport & Point-to-Point Transfers)
Extra stops, including extra airline stops are charged a minimum $15 per “en-route” stop and include a maximum 10 minute wait period at the stop. Additional wait time is charged at the prevailing hourly rate in quarter hour increments.

 

Excess Cleaning & Damage
If, during or after the transportation service, the company is required to expend an extended amount of time and material to clean the vehicle due to acts of the client or any passenger (i.e., spilling food & drinks, vomiting, prohibited smoking, excessive trash) , the company, at its discretion, will charge client additional fees to cover such expense. Damage to the vehicle in any way caused by actions of the client or any passenger will be charged in full to the client. The minimum clean up fee is $250. Smoking Strictly Prohibited in all vehicles. Smoking in the vehicle by the client or any passenger will result in an automatic minimum $250 charge. Damage caused by smoking activity will also be charged to the client. 

NO FOODS OR SMOKING IS PERMITTED IN ST VEHICLES. NO EXCEPTIONS.

 

Other Charges
Other charges include reimbursement for tolls, parking and airport, licensing and event fees, and client requested incidentals and amenities.

 

Holiday & Off-Hour Surcharge
A $20 surcharge added to the base fare on transfers, will be charged to your bill on the following holidays and during the hours of 7pm and – 5:59am: New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and Christmas & New Year’s Eve after 5:00 P.M. Premium hourly rates may also apply on these holidays and during these off-hours times, as well as during other premium events and dates.

 

Staff Accommodations
On occasions that require overnight travel for drivers, onsite coordinators or other client-dedicated staff, lodging and meals should be arranged and provided for by the client. A per diem may be applied in addition to lodging expense.

 

All Stagecoach Transportation rates, charges and terms are subject to change without notice provided the then prevailing terms of service will always apply to existing reservations.