Travelling can be nerve-racking. One of the most stressful tasks on your travel to-do list is getting to the airport on time – usually through heavy traffic, with cumbersome bags in tow, and a mind racing with everything you were meant to remember.

However, just a few travel hacks could transform how you experience airport transfers from frustrating and confusing to fast-tracked and fabulous.

The benefits of using an airport transfer company

If you own a car, you might consider driving yourself to the airport, and renting a car at your destination. But if comfort and convenience are important to you, you may want to explore luxury airport transfers, or a private shuttle service, on your next trip. Here’s why:

• Let someone else do the heavy lifting. A private chauffeur service will help cart your luggage around, freeing your hands up to coordinate the rest of your journey.

• Skip the hefty parking fee. Parking at any of South Africa’s international airports is expensive, especially if you’re travelling for a longer period of time.

• Leave your car at home, where it’s safe. Secure airport parking is no guarantee of your vehicle’s safety, and there’s no better place than at home, locked in your own garage.

• Share the mental load. A professional chauffeur should be able to manage your itinerary, ensuring that you’re where you need to be, at the right time.

• Never get lost in a strange city, again. An airport transfer chauffeur will navigate your journey for you.

How to streamline your airport transfer experience

Using an airport transfer service comes with various benefits and can help to reduce your travel stress, when you do it right. Here are six ways to make the most of your airport transfers, and ensure you get to the airport safely, on time, and in style.

1. Pre-book your transfer well in advance

Using a private chauffeur service means that you receive the undivided attention and commitment of your driver. This immediately gives you an advantage on your tight schedule, because you’re not sharing your ride with anyone else.

2. Download the chauffeur app or save their number on your mobile

Saving these details to your mobile device will ensure that while you’re waiting, or running between meetings and events, you have fast and easy access to make contact with your chauffeur service.

3. Pack smart – keep your ID and passport easily accessible

Make it easy for yourself to find essential documents like your ID, passport, flight tickets, and itinerary details, by packing them in an easily accessible compartment of your luggage, handbag or backpack.

4. Ensure your airport transfer service knows your flight details

It helps your chauffeur service provider to know your flight details, whether you’re departing or arriving. A professional chauffeur will demonstrate total commitment to being on time, every time.

5. Make the most of airport transfer amenities

Remember to stop, breathe, and enjoy whatever amenities your airport shuttle service provides for your comfort. It may calm your nerves to sip on some water, listen to a radio station of your choice or spend a few minutes browsing your news or social media feeds, while you’re on the road.

6. Read up on departure processes before you arrive at the airport.

Even if you’re a seasoned traveller, it’s wise to stay informed about departure processes like where to check in, what luggage limitations are, and what gate you’re departing from. Not only will you prevent delays, but you’ll be able to navigate the airport with confidence.

An airport transfer service that ensures you arrive on time

 As the old adage goes, “By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.”

Prime Driver provides a prestigious airport transfer service, offering you with the backup you need when it comes to being prepared for the demands of your travel schedule. If you’d like to find out more or make a booking, send your itinerary to reservation@primedriver.co.za.