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Halloween Hazards You Probably Aren’t Thinking About

Date: October 26, 2017 By Categories: Holidays & Events Tags: , , , , , No comments

It’s fun to take in the thrills and chills of Halloween, but only if the dangers are all pretend. October 31st always brings heavy pedestrian traffic, especially children who are dressed in dark colors and experiencing a full-on sugar rush.  Do your part to reduce the risk of real-life scary stories by being extra vigilant.

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1. Discuss road safety with your kids
The excitement of the celebration might distract your kids from what they already know about road safety.  After all, even though your son normally stays in the crosswalk, once he puts on that Superman costume, all bets are off.  A brief review before even leaving the house could help prevent them from taking off running across the road.

2. Help to make sure children stay visible after dark
If your house is on the trick-or-treat route, pass out fun items that help children stand out to motorists, such as reflective arm bands, tape, or glow sticks.  If you’re guiding a group of ghouls around the neighborhood, bring some light-up gear with you.

3. Put your phone away
You can’t foresee every potential accident.  Likewise, you can’t guarantee a moment of safety long enough to check your texts.  Whether walking or driving, keep your eyes on your surroundings and your kids.

4. Beware of…your candy bag
Never accept candy that is not factory-packaged or appears to have been tampered with.  Likewise, be wary of baked goods and other such items from strangers.  Keep an eye out for torn packaging, loose wrappers, or anything in a baggie.

Trick or Treaters Are Here!

Even if you don’t have kids, you can keep others safe by driving more mindfully:

1. Actively look for children on the road.
Children are more than twice as likely to be hit by a vehicle on Halloween. Anticipate accidents before they happen by slowing down through neighborhoods and keeping a close eye on pedestrians.

2. Turn your headlights on earlier than normal.
Visibility is important both ways – vehicles need to be visible to pedestrians too. If you have manual headlights, consider turning them on earlier than normal as an extra precaution.

3. Beat the Trick-or-Treat: avoid high-traffic travel times
The most popular time range for trick-or-treating is 5:30-9:30pm.  If possible, avoid driving through neighborhoods during these times.

Nothing is scarier than injury to a loved one, but some small precautions, though basic, can make an incredible difference.  That’s the sweetest treat of all!

 

BEST Transportation, St. Louis County & Yellow Cab, and GO BEST Express comprise a family of companies that is committed to providing above-industry-standard transportation solutions for every need. It’s more than just point “A” to point “B” service. It’s about the experience. 

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The St. Louis Guide for St. Patrick’s Day

Date: March 13, 2018 By Categories: Holidays & Events Tags: , , , , No comments

There’s a little Irish in us all on March 17th. St. Patrick’s Day is a holiday filled with shades of green, shamrock decorations, and copious amounts of “Kiss Me I’m Irish” T-shirts. Every year, people pack the pubs and roam the streets of St. Louis just to get a good glimpse of the holiday parade. Whether its Dogtown or Downtown, utilize some of these celebration tips to help bring the luck of the Irish everywhere you go.

St. Louis Parade in Dogtown
St. Louis’ annual Dogtown Parade

Establish a Plan

It’s no secret that St. Patrick’s Day is one of the most popular events of the spring. It is undoubtedly, the biggest holiday in March and one of the most celebrated times in St. Louis. From holiday festivals and city parades to pub crawls, and traditional festivities, there’s something fun for everyone.

Gather a group of friends or family together and check out some of the best St. Patrick’s Day events that St. Louis has to offer.

Reduce the risk of getting lost

St. Patrick’s Day celebrations tend to expand like wildfire, as giant crowds form throughout St. Louis. As the excitement grows, so does the likelihood of getting separated from the rest of your group. Be sure to follow these guidelines:

  • Designate a meeting place in case your group gets separated.
  • Familiarize yourself with the area.
  • Keep a map handy in case you lose cell phone service.
  • Wear something that makes you stand out from the crowd.
  • Don’t let your phone run out of juice. Keep a portable charger on hand.
  • Access the “Share My Location” feature on your smartphone.
  • Use the buddy system

 Show Up Early

Don’t wait until the last minute to find the perfect parade-viewing spot, or grab a seat at your favorite Irish restaurant.

Showing up an hour early can help you secure the best position for any festivity. If you can make a reservation in advance, you could avoid the restaurant hassle altogether.

Come prepared

Maximize your holiday fun with these “must-have” items:

  • Green attire
  • Sunglasses
  • Umbrella or poncho (in case of rain)
  • Jackets, coats, gloves, hats, scarves, etc. (for cold weather)
  • Extra cash
  • Portable lawn chairs
  • Emergency snacks

Celebrate Responsibly

All in all, St. Patrick’s Day is a day filled with festive, Irish fun. If you want to enjoy the day with minimal stress, let St. Louis County & Yellow Cab provide you with worry-free transportation. Our drivers are loaded with experience and are committed to going the extra mile to get you to and from the celebration quickly, comfortably, and safely.

We got you covered with every step so all you have to worry about is avoiding those pesky St. Patrick’s Day pinches!

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Your Holiday Planning List

Date: November 14, 2018 By Categories: Holidays & Events Tags: , , No comments

How to use a taxi to make your life less stressful during the holidays.

We love the holiday season in St. Louis. Local stores, gift shops and restaurants add festive finishing touches to celebrate the Christmas season. While the holidays are fun, they can also be stressful. It takes some serious planning and effort to decorate, buy gifts, prepare a holiday meal along with other holiday season chores. As a family-owned business, we know how precious time with loved ones is. This season, focus on family first with our helpful tips on getting holiday tasks completed quicker, with the help of your local taxi cab team!

Holiday Shopping.

While online shopping has become more and more popular, it’s still fun to experience the elegant retail displays and fun holiday activities when you visit shopping destinations Saint Louis Galleria, Plaza Frontenac, Main Street St. Charles or the outlet malls in Chesterfield, MO. Escape from stress of parking during busy weekends by booking a taxi. Our taxi cabs can wait for you while you shop, as you deliver packages and shopping bags to the taxi while you continue shopping for gifts and holiday essentials. Consider shopping eco-friendlier by bringing along your own reusable shopping bags!

Going holiday shopping with a group? Consider booking a limo or party bus for the Ultimate Girls’ Shopping Day or Holiday Shopping Spree event with our sister company, BEST Transportation.

Airport.St. Louis Airport Taxi

St. Louis Lambert International Airport gets busy with Thanksgiving and Christmas vacation travelers. If you have family or friends visiting St. Louis for the holidays, you can save yourself time waiting for delayed flights, late baggage or other travel mishaps by organizing a taxi pick-up with our friendly team of drivers. When a flight arrives in St. Louis, just look for the red and white cabs or the bright yellow cabs. Travelers can also download our ride app to let us know when they are ready to be picked up and we’ll be right there! This simple step saves you time at the airport, so you can focus on other holiday preparations.

Out of Towner Transportation.

When visiting St. Louis, you don’t always need a rental car! Depending on your planned activities, you may save money by skipping the expense of renting a vehicle and instead, rely on our expansive team of drivers that are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to give you a reliable ride anywhere in town. Plus, if your plans involve a few celebratory drinks, you can be rest assured with a safe (and sober!) ride home from St. Louis County & Yellow Cab, anytime you’re ready to hit the hay.

Package & Holiday Gift Delivery.

Preparing for the holidays involves getting packages, gifts, decorations, catering and other important packages from Point A to Point B. Couriers can be expensive, especially when you’re sending things across town on a regular basis. A little-known fact is that you can actually save money by sending packages locally across town, with a taxi driver! Our drivers are fast and responsive, so you’ll never pay a rush or expedited shipping fee. Just order a taxi and send important documents, gift packages and more to any destination near St. Louis including St. Charles, Chesterfield and Illinois!

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