Why Book a Chauffeur? The 7 Benefits of Chauffeured Travel compared to Taxi and Uber
Whether you’re travelling for business, heading to the airport to start your holiday, or planning a special occasion, you have one important need to fulfil: Transportation.
Booking a professional chauffeur might not be something the every-day traveller considers, but the difference it makes may completely change the way you look at travel. With an experience built around the highest level of comfort, reliability, safety, and personalised service, it is more than just a lift.
Here are 7 reasons why choosing a chauffeur service is worth every cent — and why people in regional Victoria have made the switch to Flying Fox Chauffeur.
Personalised Experience
If you have tried booking ‘Über Premier’, you’d be aware of their attempt at personalising the experience with ‘Temperature & Conversation Preference’. This is just the tip of the ice-berg of personalisation you can expect with Flying Fox Chauffeur Service.
At the time of making the booking your chauffeur travel, if booking an airport transfer or larger trip, you will be asked if there are any dietary requirements such as gluten intolerance or dairy-free/vegan, so that an appropriate substitute can be arranged in place of the local handmade chocolates from Cabosse & Feve. There is both still and sparkling mineral water available for passengers with either preference.
There is laptop and phone charging available in the Flying Fox limo, as well as Telstra reception repeater to allow you to stay connected during your travels in regional VIC. This has been a game-changer for businesses in Central VIC seeking a Bendigo chauffeur service.Punctuality You Can Rely On
Rideshare apps can cancel, and Taxi’s can be late or just not show up at all. When booking with a chauffeur, you are opting for a service designed exclusively around punctuality. Our job is to fulfil above and beyond the requirements of the task.
If you are running to a tight schedule, let your chauffeur know your requirements. If timing is not important and it is more centred around the experience, then let this be known too. The more you tell your chauffeur, the more they can factor in discretion for giving the best possible experience.Safer, Regulated Service
In Victoria, chauffeurs must be CPVV accredited, undergo background checks, and maintain their vehicle in accordance to registration specifications.
Safe Transport Victoria is the government department responsible for maintaining commercial passenger vehicle compliance, and in 2019 after a parliamentary hearing, industry representatives expressed serious concerns about there being 8 compliance officers overlooking the 68,664 commercial passenger vehicles in Victoria.
If you’ve booked a taxi any time in the past few years, I’m sure you’ve had the experience of hearing creaking and clanking suspension as their vehicle whips around corners and slams into speedbumps at full throttle. You can always ask your chauffeur if their vehicle is current with its registration and has had its annual roadworthy.
Thank you to Rod Barton M.P for reporting on this issue and bringing awareness to a serious concern within this industry! See the full article here.Immaculate Vehicle
Chauffeur vehicles should be of the highest quality. Why book a chauffeur only for them to arrive in a regular domestic Tesla or Kia? Look for a service that offers a luxury vehicle with immaculate and clean interior and exterior.
Flying Fox utilises a 2004 Lexus LS430 that was over $200,000 when new. Despite its age, it is in immaculate condition, and the level of quietness matches that of a Bentley and surpasses that of a Tesla so far as road-noise is concerned.
The rear seats of the LS430 feature reclining, massaging, heated leather seating with a drinks fridge, privacy shades, soft-close doors and ride quality that is quiet and supremely comfortable — it’s a lounge-chair on wheels.Consistent Professionalism
Unlike rideshare drivers, professional chauffeurs are trained to a much higher standard. We also have a brand image to maintain, so you can expect us to do everything in our power to maintain that!
Road safety, etiquette, discretion, and presentation. Chauffeurs arrive on-time, dressed appropriately, and treat every passenger with respect and care. Booking with Flying Fox is a more personal experience as there is just one Lexus and just one Voksy. You can be guaranteed consistency when you are dealing with a sole-trader instead of a larger service provider with a fleet of vehicles and a large bank of outsourced drivers.Local Expertise & Discretion
A professional chauffeur doesn’t just know how to drive — They know the best routes for timeliness, comfort, and scenic views. You can also be guaranteed that they know exactly where the best coffee is in town! (spoiler alert — in Castlemaine we have many).
If time is not an issue, arriving into Castlemaine, Bendigo, Daylesford or other areas, you can request a brief drive through town to familiarise with what is where and get a feel for the town.An Experience, Not Just a Trip
The moment you are greeted by your chauffeur, that is the moment the experience begins. From the soft-close doors to the reclining seats and mineral water, it’s a seamless transition from home or office to your destination — without the stress.
Why book the Bendigo Airport Shuttle bus when you can begin your holiday from the moment you lock the front door. Experience why everyone who has booked with Flying Fox Chauffeur Service says ‘Wow’ each time they enter the comfortable lounge-seating of the Lexus LS430.
When you book a chauffeur, you're not just paying for a ride—you're investing in a superior standard of travel. From stress-free airport transfers to luxurious evenings out, the benefits are clear.
👉 If you're based in Castlemaine, Bendigo, Kyneton or Melbourne, book with Flying Fox Chauffeur Service and experience the difference for yourself.
