Why we follow federal regulations for charter bus trips
Rules of the road are there for your safety A bus driver has precious cargo Commercial charter bus drivers carry a lot of responsibility, and fatigue affects them just as it can affect anyone. That’s why FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Association) rules have 3 maximum duty limits: Off-duty time While regulations don’t define “off-duty […]
Lead times vary. Here’s what to consider. According to the American Bus Association, there are approximately 1,566 charter bus operators in the United States, and almost 89% of these bus companies have 24 vehicles or less in their fleet. While there are a few national brands like First Student and Greyhound, most charter buses are […]
5 Minneapolis-St Paul School Field Trip Ideas Teachers know the “usual suspects” when it comes to planning a school trip in the MSP area (The Science Museum, etc.). But here at Lorenz Bus Service we’ve been planning and executing charter bus field trips in the MSP area for decades, and we want to remind everyone […]
Basic charter bus research can help avoid hiring the wrong company There are thousands of charter bus companies to choose from in the U.S. That’s the good news. It’s also the bad news. With so many choices, how can you be sure you’re selecting a reliable charter bus provider? Here are 3 ways to “kick […]
Select the Right Driver for a Charter Bus Trip When it comes to charter bus drivers, many if not most customers simply take what they get. In our view, this is a missed opportunity. Drivers can add significantly to a charter bus trip depending on their experience, attitude, personality, and knowledge. All it takes to […]
7 charter bus destinations departing from the Twin Cities If you live in or around the Minneapolis St Paul region and have ever wanted to get out of town on a 1-day charter bus excursion, this blog’s for you. Sometimes residents forget that here in Minnesota we have numerous attractions, natural wonders, and vibrant cities […]
Why we follow federal regulations for charter bus trips
Rules of the road are there for your safety A bus driver has precious cargo Commercial charter bus drivers carry a lot of responsibility, and fatigue affects them just as it can affect anyone. That’s why FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Association) rules have 3 maximum duty limits: Off-duty time While regulations don’t define “off-duty […]
When should I actually book a charter bus trip?
Lead times vary. Here’s what to consider. According to the American Bus Association, there are approximately 1,566 charter bus operators in the United States, and almost 89% of these bus companies have 24 vehicles or less in their fleet. While there are a few national brands like First Student and Greyhound, most charter buses are […]
Hidden Gems: Overlooked School Field Trips
5 Minneapolis-St Paul School Field Trip Ideas Teachers know the “usual suspects” when it comes to planning a school trip in the MSP area (The Science Museum, etc.). But here at Lorenz Bus Service we’ve been planning and executing charter bus field trips in the MSP area for decades, and we want to remind everyone […]
Look Before You Book
Basic charter bus research can help avoid hiring the wrong company There are thousands of charter bus companies to choose from in the U.S. That’s the good news. It’s also the bad news. With so many choices, how can you be sure you’re selecting a reliable charter bus provider? Here are 3 ways to “kick […]
Select the Right Driver for a Charter Bus Trip
Select the Right Driver for a Charter Bus Trip When it comes to charter bus drivers, many if not most customers simply take what they get. In our view, this is a missed opportunity. Drivers can add significantly to a charter bus trip depending on their experience, attitude, personality, and knowledge. All it takes to […]
Home Sweet Charter Bus Home
7 charter bus destinations departing from the Twin Cities If you live in or around the Minneapolis St Paul region and have ever wanted to get out of town on a 1-day charter bus excursion, this blog’s for you. Sometimes residents forget that here in Minnesota we have numerous attractions, natural wonders, and vibrant cities […]