Driving Towards a Sustainable Future with Elite Travel Group and Elite Mobility

June 4, 2024

“We believe that true sustainability means investing and taking actionable steps to ensure a better future for our planet.”

At Elite Mobility, our commitment to sustainability goes beyond words. We believe that true sustainability means investing and taking actionable steps to ensure a better future for our planet. As we continue to grow, our focus remains on providing exceptional mobility services while prioritizing environmental responsibility.

Leading the Way with (EV) electric vehicle transfers

In 2024, we are proud to announce that 90% of our transfers within Albania, covering distances up to 150 km, are organized using (EV) electric vehicles. This significant shift towards e-cars is part of our broader strategy to reduce our carbon footprint and promote greener travel options. Each year, we process over 7,000 transfers with our fleet and third-party vehicles, and this move to electric vehicles is a testament to our dedication to sustainable practices.

Our Sustainability Commitment

Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do at Elite Mobility. Our initiatives are driven by the belief that taking tangible actions today will pave the way for a sustainable tomorrow. From adopting electric vehicles to investing in a modern fleet, we are dedicated to reducing our environmental impact and promoting sustainable tourism practices.

Aiming for Excellence in Fleet Modernization

By 2030, Elite Mobility aims to be the number one company in Albania and the region with the newest and most modern coach fleet. We are investing in advanced, eco-friendly coaches that provide comfort, safety, and efficiency for our passengers. This commitment to fleet modernization ensures that we not only meet but exceed the expectations of our customers, offering them the best possible travel experience.

Elite Mobility from 2025 “No Borders” with a presence in EU

Our vision extends beyond national & regional boundaries. We aim to have no borders within the Western Balkans and EU, facilitating seamless travel experiences across regions and European countries. By enhancing connectivity and providing reliable, efficient transport solutions, we strive to make travel more accessible and enjoyable for all our clients no matter where they land or take off in the EU or Western Balkans.

By May 2024, a delegation from Elite Travel Group and Auto star Albania visited the factory of Mercedes-Benz Buses and Coaches in Ulm/Germany.

Dritan Tabaku, Doret & Elvis Kotherja from ETG and Mr. Sokol Kodra from Auto Star Albania.

We met there with the management and ordered already the first new 0 km Mercedes Benz coach ever ordered from Albania.

Elite Mobility purchased a Mercedes Benz RHD Tourismo From Auto Star Albania that will be delivered in the first months of 2025, all this is shows that we are committed to continue to path to our objectives and vision.

Auto Star Albania sh.a., the official representative of Mercedes-Benz in Albania, has been a success story since its establishment in 1996 as the first official distributor of vehicles in the country. Since joining the Kastrati Group in 2015 (one of the major commercial groups in Albania), Auto Star Albania has significantly expanded its facilities and services, offering a state-of-the-art showroom, enhanced service areas, and extensive spare parts storage. The company continues to lead the market with innovative financing options and a commitment to advanced technology and professional staff development.

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Elite Mobility in the Transport Industry

Kristian Zara
July 7, 2022

Elite Mobility consists of buses and vehicles offered for rent to people who want to move from one place to another and vice versa. Transport section is also an essential part in tourism industry.

It is the basic prerequisite for every holiday, regardless of the destination. Should it be in a neighboring province or distant country, without mobility, there might be holidays but no holiday trips.

Services of Elite Mobility, are managed by a well-trained staff capable of planning client’s transportation and preventing unhappy situations. The team will guarantee safe enjoyable travel, cutting-edge technology support, and dedicated drivers to get the best from special services. Also, Elite Mobility offers special services for special people.
Elite Mobility in the Transport Industry is the best choice that you can find in the field, with over 20 years experience. The Elite Mobility team strive to become essential part of everyone’s travel plans.

As an experienced and professional company, Elite Mobility offers a wide range of services covering ground transport, airport parking, bus and car rental, sightseeing tours, rail and cruise packages, etc. For example, holiday self-drive packages or fly-drive holidays as well as car hire, chauffeur-driven or escorted coach excursions for individuals, families and/or groups with any mobility requirement. Elite Mobility has vehicles that can be used in different ways of transport in both aspects, solo and collective.

So, let’s have a look at their services and products.

Services of Elite Mobility

Day tours

The Elite Mobility team is able to serve with quick decisions, flexibility, and detailed customer service.
At Elite Mobility you will find day tours that can add in to your chosen service at any time. If you want your travel experience to be more exciting, the company can also provide you with the right guide for the place you want to visit. They have great guides and always impart plenty of information.

Multiday tours

Elite Mobility services can go longer and firmer. Whether in the Balkans or Albania the company will provide the best experience tailored by a team of professionals.
They serve small and medium-sized companies, multinational companies, and national and international organizations as well. If you want to organize a group tour or team building tour, they will tailor a trip package according to your needs.

In addition, Elite Mobility offers specially made multiday tours to destinations all around Albania and the Balkans.

Transfers

Elite Mobility is specialized in delivering to International partners dedicated to purchased mobility products. This sector of the company provides you with all kind-airport transfers, land and on-port arrivals, and moving from one point to another. It will assist you through each step of your transfer so you can focus effortlessly on your business objectives. First class service and a range of different way of transfer services such as private transfer, solo, and group transfers, all chauffeured services, and all kinds of vehicles, that can suit you at the best, are there to be chosen.

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Products of Elite Mobility

Group travel

Group travel is a joyful experience and cost-effective service. Elite Mobility offers you a variety of options to choose from for group transports and trips.
They have several types of vehicles to let: 55, 56, and 57 Passengers Buses, 25 Passengers Mini Buses, 20 Passengers Mini Buses, 15 Passengers Vans, and 12 Passengers Vans. All these are packaged with air-conditioned and all main commodities (can-add) for any kind and size of group travel.

Hospitality transfers

Elite Mobility can organize hospitality-related transfers for all kinds of businesses. This service is offered in both sectors, travel, and accommodation. They are present and supportive in each step of the service, before, during, and after the travel.
Elite Mobility gives you the opportunity to either choose to make a ride request on behalf of your customers or pick up one for a later schedule.

Sightseeing tours

Elite Mobility offers transport solutions for you and your family specialized in safe and timely transport service. Their sightseeing tours are customized to your needs and available in a number of cities within both the Balkans and Albania. As an experienced and professional company, Elite Mobility offers both one-day to multiday services, for individual or group travel.

Weddings

The company can plan the transportation of guests, friends, family, etc., and can organize all the desirable bits, related to transportation, for your wedding occasion. They realize you have many people to please on your special day, therefore they offer wedding personalized transport for you. Their wedding services will make your transportation stress free, so you can sit back, relax and enjoy your very special day!

Events

Elite Mobility is the largest and most experienced provider of ground transportation services in Albania. It specializes in planning meetings, conferences, and group and social event transports. They know the transport service inside-out and work tirelessly to provide customized event planning solutions.
Also, they provide professional destination services and tour planning for businesses and associations of all sizes across Eastern Europe, the Balkan regions, and Albania.

School excursions & collectives

Elite Mobility can create life-changing transport for school excursions. From bushwalks to themed overnight adventures. They build the best transportation for excursions for all their customers.
They are experts in school excursion transport with over 20 years of experience. At Elite Mobility, the team of experts is dedicated to arranging fun-filled educational excursions that are carefully designed for your school needs and time frames.

Corporate transfers

Elite Mobility is the best choice in the Balkans and Albania for your corporate incentive, event, meetings, and more. They ensure that all product services can be tailored to work in all kinds of businesses and sizes. They offer long term-contract for transport services, business employee transport, airport to destination transfers, and more around Albania.
Also, the company provides tailormade transfers according to the clients’ needs and wishes. The company takes time to prepare and plan each detail of the service in order to achieve the best qualitative outcome.

Planning business trips can be time-consuming and complicated. It’s good to have someone who can do it for you.
Elite Mobility’s fleet of vehicles offers a range of options: from Sprinter Vans, Mini-buses, and Executive Coaches. The fleet can accommodate any group size for all sorts of corporate transfers.

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Elite Mobility Professional drivers

The company relies on trained and certified drivers that are prepared for any traffic or travel problem that may occur. About the overnight journeys, drivers alternate frequently. No matter the destination or the time of your journey, safe travel is always the top priority of Elite Mobility and its drivers.

With the vehicles that the company currently has, it can be surely said that they are in an excellent position to support anyway any scale of transportation. They have a very capable maintenance structure including the required tools, skilled technicians, well-equipped facilities, and information systems all of which provide us with excellent results.
The company has also developed maintenance programs that ensure safe travel. These include Daily Inspections, Technical Bulletins, MTO inspection, Quality of Parts, and Corrective Maintenance Capability.

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Elite Mobility H&S

You and your family are always safe when traveling with Elite Mobility buses.
At Elite Mobility, they go the extra mile to make sure each of the passengers arrives at their destination safely. They are committed to ensuring that customers, communities, and visitors experience a safe journey accompanied by responsible company behavior.

Company managers work in partnership with employees to ensure all have gone through the process of H&S training. Each employee and driver are encouraged to become actively involved in assisting the manager to achieve a healthy and safe workplace. Drivers cooperate and report hazards and other substandard, incidents and near misses to their line managers.

The company takes care of you in each step of its service and product deliverance.

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As an experienced and professional company, Elite Mobility offers a wide range of services covering ground transport, airport parking, sightseeing tours, rail and cruise packages, holiday apartment rentals and leisure activities. Elite Mobility works to match an individual’s specific requirements to the best possible transport and accommodation options.

The company operates mainly in Albania, Kosovo, Montenegro and North Macedonia, and has strong partnership with other companies in Europe.

Get in touch with Elite Mobility if you have any question, the company will be more than happy to assist your needs.

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About Bus Rental Companies

Kristian Zara
July 5, 2022

In these days’ businesses have developed in many aspects and their services or products show clearly the power of their growth evolving over years.

All businesses are incorporating new means and technologies in order to keep themselves within the challenges of a changing atmosphere. Same are doing the bus companies that provide their vehicles for rent. These companies are privately owned and can operate for public transport reasons as well as for private tailored travel. In most cases bus rentals also cooperate with travel businesses or are branches of these travel companies.
Everyone and every group have requirements meaning that bus rentals do all they can to ensure everyone’s satisfaction. Bus rentals provide a variety of vehicle types and sizes. This means that you can choose from large to small size buses to accommodate your guests and fulfill your objectives. Companies will assist you with different levels of luxury when required. They have experts that can tailor your request according to your needs and desires. Apart from providing you with organizational advice and services, bus rental experts are able to calculate the best price that suits your needs for the event.

Transport services provided by bus rentals:

Weddings
Weddings are stressful without planning a rental coach bus for you and your guests. Let the bus rental take the hassle out of the coach bus rental process. They will work with you or your wedding planner to make sure all special requirements are met and no detail is overlooked during your rehearsal dinner, bachelor parties, family transportation, and more. Their experts can help make a memorable wedding day.

Corporate events
For corporate events, meting, conferences, outing, training sessions and more bus rental services take the hassle out of your transportation. These companies offer a variety of corporate coach bus options. They understand how much planning goes into organizing these sorts of events together with their level of difficulty.

Conferences
Bus companies have vehicles that can accommodate almost any group, regardless of the size. They understand the pressure and the amount of time that goes into planning such large events meaning that they are ready to work and provide a number of different buses and types to ensure that the event is a success. Sometimes it can be unbelievable the efficiency these companies are ready to offer you.

Meetings
All the companies have the experience about group meeting, family trips and special transportation for special times. The main priority is to provide safe and reliable timely transportation. Bus rentals are excellent to plan bus for birthdays, anniversaries, annual traditions, and more.

Group travel
Whether your group is traveling to a historical site, game night, casino or shopping trip, bus companies provide safe, comfortable and reliable transportation. Their experts will work through any special charter bus requirements your group may have to make your trip relaxed and convenient.

School travel
When it is time for your school or college group to hit the road, let a bus rental to plan safe, reliable and affordable transportation. All bus companies have experience providing group charter bus services for athletic teams, band trips, theater groups, field trips, and more.

Sport travel
Athletes and fans can count on a coach bus to provide safe, reliable, and affordable transportation to every game. Bus rentals team of professionals have extensive experience providing charter bus services to professional, college, high school, junior-level athletic events, and more.

Transfers
Are you organizing a trip for your travel agency, institution or company, for your clients or partners? Are you looking to hire buses or coach for groups, for transfers from the airport or the ferry port? No matter how many people you’re traveling with, bus rentals can always find the perfect charter bus for you, from compact minibuses to full-size charter buses to custom fleets with a mix of both.

Whatever you need to know about renting a bus, the best to do is to contact one those bus rental companies. We assure you that they will give you all the information and the support you need to plan the transportation of your guests. Tell them about the nature of your event and ask for an affordable price, also, make sure you request additional information about H&S policy in order to be ready to succeed with your organization.

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Professional Drivers

Kristian Zara
July 5, 2022

Professional Drivers of buses and coaches are responsible for transporting passengers to their destinations in a safe and timely way. They have a lot to remember when it comes to safety. Drivers have responsibilities around staying safe on the road and looking after other road users and pedestrians. However, they also have a duty of care to those on board and they undergo periodic training.

What they learn from these trainings:

Understanding the driver’s role and responsibilities.

Understanding the driver’s relationship with their customers.

Looking into the future of transport.

Daily duties that prevent vehicle infringements.

Improving compliance with international transport regulations and updates.

Training for passenger safety focused on children and luggage handling.

Professional drivers have a duty of care to their passengers. There are a lot of steps that a driver should take to help keep their passengers safe. These steps include being aware out on the road, at a station/stop, or carrying out vehicle checks before a journey has begun.

Responsibilities Understanding

In order to keep passengers safe, there are many different things that professional drivers should be made aware they are responsible.
They are trained and responsible for:

Ensuring that the vehicle is in a roadworthy condition.
Taking appropriate measures in the event of an incident.
Taking preventative measures to lessen the chance of incidents occurring.
Ensuring that the vehicle is not overloaded.
Driving sensibly; not taking risks.
Transporting passengers to their destination safely.
Ensuring that passengers have a comfortable journey.
Planning ahead: being prepared for and knowing how to handle emergency situations that may arise.
Reporting vehicle defects to management (don’t drive defective vehicles)
Allowing enough time for bad weather and traffic congestion.
Staying calm when driving; avoiding situations that may lead to “road rage” or onboard arguments.
Ensuring that the vehicle is equipped with all necessary first-aid and firefighting equipment.

Drivers are an essential part of a travel and in all ways of transportation. They do not only undergo through trainings (and periodically), but are required to constantly be aware of these 4 acquaintances.

1. Safe Driving Practices
– Know their vehicle
– Driving styles
– Know about their passengers’ needs (especially passengers with disability)
– Be aware of passengers entering and leaving the vehicle

2. Know Seatbelt Policies and Legislation
– The use of seatbelts
– Trained on the rules, and refreshed as they change vehicle
– Know the rules for children traveling
– Make sure passengers use seatbelts properly, and help how to
– Make sure all passengers are seated before pulling away

3. Communicate Safety Information
– Clear communication
– Make passengers aware of emergency exits and their locations
– Make sure that passengers follow bus regulations and safety policies
– Inform passengers about circumstances (if any) that may happen on the way
– Ask passengers if they have any questions before leaving

4. Health and Safety on-board
– Looking after themselves first
– Looking for their colleagues and passengers
– Be aware of how their driving style might affect the safety of their passengers
– Ensure walkways are clean
– Be informed about weather conditions
– Make sure that marks and signs are visible to all
– Check seatbelts if they work properly
– Check buttons, emergency exits, and window hammers working correctly before passengers enter.

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As you understand from this short article, it takes time and a lot of effort to become a professional driver. It is important that a driver should be always aware of changes happening in the transport industry and reskilling in accordance with these changes is essential. Driving professionally is not only learning to lead the vehicle, but it requires a vast understanding of other aspects related to the road, passengers, weather, H&S regulations, vehicles to drive, destinations, traffic, and communication skills.

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Travel and Technology

Kristian Zara
June 30, 2022

We live in the age of technological expansion. Is the century where tech systems and tools are gaining major space within every work environment. Technology has changed the world and the way we deliver many services and products.

Todays, the task that used to take days now can be completed in hours or minutes. Technology has become an integral part of daily life. Travel industry has also evolved though technological intervention. Online processing systems like booking tickets or accommodation, flight tickets, tours and activities and tourism related services have become the main core which all businesses rely on their growth. These systems are, as well, making planning trips and organizing travel-tourism related activities much easier than was years ago. Technology has made it easier for people to plan the trip because it saves time and helps in efficient planning. Thanks to innovations in technology and high-speed internet, explorers can book their own flight and hotels online, choose to stay in a stranger’s house, and rather than entering that unfamiliar restaurant with unease, search online reviews on their mobile.

Let’s see few ways technology has changed travelling.

Planning faster

Nowadays, planning your trip has become easier. All you need is to go online and find the information that can give you the tools to plan a perfect trip. By surfing a few hours on the internet, you will find all the essential information about the chosen destination. Even when you need assistance, there are travel agents online that can guide you throughout the process. All you need is a computer, internet and a clear idea of your desired trip.

Easy booking

Technology has made booking flights, accommodation, and activities (event last minute ones) accessible for all. Even those who don’t know as much can learn faster about these tools and ways of online booking. Everything is possible to find on the internet, today. There are platforms that give you accommodation options that match your requirements and traveling budget. There is no need to print papers as you have the option of e-tickets and mobile check-ins. Mobile apps have made things easier with no worries of carrying around a lot of documents and papers.

Traveling experience

Apart from Google maps, there are many applications, and for mobile use too, that have updated their database and user experience with tourism information and travel destinations around the world. Traveling to a lot of places has become more efficient because of technology. You can use these applications the same as you use Google maps to travel and find directions about the destination you prefer. No need to worry about reading a map as now you have incorporated a guide with the app itself. Also, there are translation apps that help to break through a language barrier. These are tools that help in communication between people even when they don’t know each other’s language.

More connected

There are moments when you need to stay connected with your people or with your colleagues while traveling. Technology allows you to stay connected. You can work from a remote location when time off from work isn’t possible to take, or working from a remote location can add to the business life values and freshness. Apart from that, technology helps to keep in touch with loved ones when you are away from home.

The travel experience can take a personal color nowadays

There are many of us that like to have a personalized and unique traveling experience. Technology has made this possible too. You can incorporate many little details within your planning and, in some cases depending on the travel company and the destination, you can even change parts of the traveling plan at the last minute. There are a lot of platforms like blogs, apps, chatbots, chatrooms, services, etc. for your help.

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So, as you understand digitalization has given us choices in a big way. Today travelling has become also part of spiritual practices, and more people are travelling then aver before. Technology has also given us more information on the place we are going, what to visit and their cultural-historical importance. Through the use of technology, we may learn about things never imagined before – perhaps travelling is also a way to expand our imagination and comprehension about people and cultures!

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Tips for Choosing a Corporate Bus Transfer

Kristian Zara
June 29, 2022

If you’re planning a meeting or a conference in another country away from the one your business is based in, then you need to think about transportation of your guests or employees.

Public transport can be very troublesome, especially when you don’t have any idea about it in the country you’re planning to go. Also, you must think to realize the best service for your guests to experience.

Whether is that a transfer from airport to the conference or from the hotel (and vice versa), no matter what are these places and times, a bus rental company will be as perfect to organize the best outcome for your corporate transfer.

Those bus companies can arrange group pick up & drop off to or from either Domestic or International airports to the Hotel of your choice, transport to & from hotel to function center or office headquarters. In addition, if your guests would also like a social outing like day tour, dinner at a specific location or something else, the company can arrange them all.

We are placing below some questions to help you figure out what is there for your corporate transfer to be as best to experience. You can use these questions also as method to decide whether you need a bus or not.

Does your staff travel continually?
Do you have overseas partners that need to be transferred from A to B?
Are you organizing a conference, meeting, incentive or business event away from home?
Are you concerned about guests’ safety during their move from home to the event place?
Do you have to move your employees between different business sites?
Is your event in another country about which you don’t know much?

If your answers are yes, then you need to rent a coach bus to serve your guests at the best way you can. Get e quote from Elite Mobility in Albania and Southeast Europe!

Also, consider these tips to make your planning easier:

1. Consider timeliness and create a timetable

You need to check every hour and itinerary of your flight first, then have these as basic to appoint the bus for the transfer from the airport and let the company know about things that might go wrong. This helps you to plan timetables and build a backup plan in case problems arise. Check with the bus company what are their service limits and can’t-do.

2. Judge the size of your group and luggage space

When you choose a bus for your transfer, make sure you take your group size into account. No matter what kind of group is that family, friends, or employees think of the size and also about the space, you may need on the bus carrier space. So, if the group size is more than 20 people, choose a coach or mini coach bus.

3. Do the math including all the bits

Consider here not only the cost of renting a bus at the number of people that your group consists of. This is especially important if your travels take you away for long periods of time, as parking fees can really add up. However, is important to consider these costs into your overall budget so you don’t end up surprised by your travel services gathered all at once.

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LIST OF DON’TS ON A CHARTER BUS

Kristian Zara
June 29, 2022

If you decide to take a trip with a group of people, e.g. your friends, choosing to rent a charter bus is as smart. In Europe over 500,000 buses are in circulation on roads today and 8.5 % of passenger transport on land is made by buses and coaches. Bus rentals are growing on popularity too.

On one hand, all bus companies will do the best possible to make your service perfect and according to plan. On the other hand, is also important you turn the favor back.

Shortly, we have gathered some advice that help to make the service easier for both you and your bus company.

Don’t be late

When we talk about don’ts on a charter bus, first one and the most important thing is to be on time when traveling. When a passenger is late, the entire bus and all of the other passengers have to wait meaning late arrival to the desired destinations. Nevertheless, this is not happening all the time, there are buses that do not wait for long. Apart from that, every bus has its own schedule, so if the first service of the day runs late then it potentially can be late for the next service.

Be mindful of your food

When you need to bring your food with you while traveling, be careful with what you take. There are some snacks that may not go over well with other passengers on the bus.

Don’t be too loud or pesky

Talking on the bus is normal. The only thing you need to be thorough is the level of your voice. Be mindful! Tray to not shout at the person in the back while you’re sitting in the front. Keep phone calls and music at a moderate level. Always think about other passengers on the bus that they may not like to speak about topics that you do.

No underage drinking. Check with the company for alcohol restrictions.

Don’t take with you illegal substances

No weapons

No smoking

Do not talk or distract the driver

Do not leave things behind. When leaving the bus, check for your wallet, phone and jacket. So, little things that you might easily forget.

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Buses in Europe: Meaning and Benefits

Kristian Zara
June 28, 2022

Buses in Europe are often the cheapest way to travel from A to B and vice versa. This way of transport is a tradition now of the old continent and traveling by bus is a popular choice for locals and tourists as well.

Buses in Europe

Traveling by bus is not only a safe and reliable option to travel within European countries such as France and Spain, but also to smaller locations that are harder to reach. Also, there are intercontinental routes that give you the opportunity to travel across countries.
Traveling by bus is often the most cost-effective choice. Their ticket prices don’t fluctuate as much meaning that buses are a great option for those on a constricted budget or those who like to have flexibility with their plans.
The standards for bus travel in Europe are higher compared to other continental bus networks. You will find routes, like intercity and cross-country links, that go from France to Germany or Budapest to Vienna, or Nuremberg to Prague, etc. There are many companies that provide this traveling ways through many routes. In addition, for those who want to travel from the Southeast Europe (including the Balkans) to Europe’s EU countries, buses are available by weekly schedules and all the seasons of the year. For example, there is a route starting from Tirana to Berlin and vice versa. And in this case, we recommend to contact with Elite Mobility, e very experienced travel company in Albania that operates in Southeast Europe.

Significance of long-distance buses

Long-distance buses are also called intercity bus service or intercity coach service. This way of moving on the roads is both public and private (travel or transportation companies). Unlike a transit bus service, which has frequent stops throughout a city or town, an intercity bus service generally has a single stop at one location in or near a city, and travels long distances without stopping at all. As we said, they may be operated by government or private industry. Intercity or long-distance buses can serve to areas or countries with no train services, or may be set up to as a more flexible or cheaper alternative compering with other means of transport.
Intercity bus services are of prime importance in lightly populated rural areas that often have little or no public transportation. Going from one place to another by bus has personal, social and environmental benefits.
The most significant impact that buses bring into our lives are:
Improvement of health: Have you ever thought that walking to and from the bus can provide the recommended 30 minutes of exercise a day? This means being active that helps with physical health and reduces private driving stress. Bus are also a safer way of traveling.

Reduction of air pollution: Buses keep the air cleaner. We can save up to 10 kg carbon dioxide a person by leaving the car at home and using bus transport.

Less traffic crowding: Riding on buses means fewer cars on our roads, reduced car-engine noise and more freeways to move from A to B.

Buses is an option, and a cheap one, for people who do not drive or can’t drive at all. Not everyone is a car driver or has the possibility to get one.

Helps the economy: Studies show that every cent invested in public transportation gives back four time higher in the economy of a city.

Benefits of coach

Bus or coach travel offers a fantastic variety of benefits, many of which compensate the trouble of other styles of public transport or the cost of running your own car. Below we have listed 12 of them.

1. Trouble-free travel

2. Plenty of storage space

3. Serene and stress less travel

4. Cheaper way to travel

5. Safety

6. Comfort travel

7. Secured parking place

8. Reduces environmental impact

9. No need to research itineraries

10. Away from driving stress, smooth journey

11. Convenient pick-up locations

12. Opportunities to discover more and learn

To conclude, bus travel deserves its own spot right beside top travel options such as planes, trains and automobiles. And it’s not only because it provides cheap tickets; it’s because bus travel is offering more safety, comfort, convenience, and even precision in arrival times.

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Bus Rentals: Why and How to Choose One

Kristian Zara
June 23, 2022

When to rent a bus?

When you go for renting a bus for your trip or event you need to think about two factors: a) how many people will need to be transported and b) how long will the passengers be travelling for. Out there, you will find wide variety of comfortable and affordable bus rental options to lodge the needs of any party and provide the best in suitable group travel solutions.
The best thing about bus rentals is how adaptable they are! From weddings and sports groups to student and tours, buses can help accommodate several kinds of group travel. As a matter of fact, charter buses are among the safest and most cost-efficient means of group transportation that’ll get you from point A to B (and back again!) as simply as possible.

We’ve put together some occasions for which bus rentals would be perfect.

For group of students and school events

Student life is vibrant and jammed with events. Whether these are happening on campus or away from the school ground, there are benefits to chartering a bus for the purposes of student groups, university events, or large group trips. It’s not always easy to find transportation for large groups, but when chartering a bus, the problems disappear.
Students can be transported in a comfortable way to their campus events such as sports games, concerts, etc. The charter bus company can also help with organizing transportation for other groups on campus such as faculty members and alumni who want to attend these special events. Charter buses can also be used by universities that have students studying abroad in another country so they can come back home for special school events like graduation ceremonies. Charter buses make traveling with large groups very convenient and organized. This is especially true if you’re renting from a professional charter bus company that has been doing business for many years and knows what it takes to get people where they need to go in an efficient manner without any hassle involved.

Tour group bus

These buses are almost identical to transport rentals; they’re just meant for larger groups or families that want extra room. Tour bus rentals can hold up to 45 people, but are typically loaded with amenities—they come with GPS, overhead lights, DVD players, a restroom and more. Be prepared for lots of questions about why you need such a big bus when you fill out your reservation form. It’s helpful to think through all of your options when planning your trip so that you can decide what sort of space will fit your group best.

Bus for wedding events

Wedding buses are becoming more popular for couples looking for a fun way to get from their ceremony to their reception. These kinds of transportation can be used for bridal parties, wedding guests, families or anyone else that is attending a wedding celebration. If you’re planning on taking part in a tour group, choosing a bus might be your best option if you need to travel with lots of people but don’t want them taking up too much space in your vehicle. Since these types of rentals are so versatile, they’re usually quite affordable and there is no limit as to what they can transport or how many people they can carry. One thing that you will want to consider when renting an entire bus is what kind of amenities it comes with.

Corporate events

If you’re planning a business meeting or retreat, there are plenty of ways to make your trip efficient and successful. One way is to book a bus for corporate events. This has several advantages over flying or taking multiple taxis, including less work for attendees who need to book their own flights, fewer worries about airport delays or lost luggage, and lower costs than traveling individually by car or renting a limo service. Instead of having different people check into hotels around town during an event or tour group rental, everyone can stay in close quarters on your private bus tour. If you don’t think it will fit in your budget, try looking at charter services like party buses that are popular with bachelor parties as well as bachelorette parties.

Bus for sporting teams

When it comes to sporting teams bus rentals is the best to choose. A tour group rental is perfect for a group traveling together with amenities like luggage, tour guides, and activities to look forward to along the way. Buses can provide special touches for road trips.
Coach buses are ideal for offering many modern comforts and tournament travel. They are the best for travelling longer distances, while school bus rentals are more affordable solutions for local away games. Coach buses for sporting events are also very effective way to get your team to its destination on time. They have plenty of options to set aside storage space for sports equipment.

Kinds of vehicles you can rent

You should choose different types of bus according to your occasion needs. Starting from sprinter vans to full-sized coach buses. There is a type for each individual trip needs.
Each vehicle comes with its own set of amenities and advantages.

Sprinter Vans

Sprinter vans are an economical way to transport smaller groups and can accommodate between eight and 15 people at a time. Sprinter van is the perfect balance between a minivan and a bus. It includes such facilities as air conditioning, baggage storage, and sometimes Wi-Fi.
Sprinter vans are an economical choice because drivers aren’t required always.
There are three of the most popular sprinter van options, according on your desire and needs. The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and the Ford Transit Passenger are basic and more cost-efficient than other options.

Minibus

The best option for corporate events, field trips, and tours is a minibus. It seats up to 21 people and is suited for trips where the distance travelled is short and with several stops. Equipped with a school bus layout but smaller, the minibus is a convenient and versatile bus rental with an economic and efficient design. Not needing a separate driver in addition to the one driving the bus, you can quickly load and unload passengers without hassle. The minibus also has good visibility from the inside and it’s safer than traveling on busier roads or highways. Plus, it also has better fuel economy than the larger buses. So, it’s ideal if you’re looking to save money on transportation costs.
One way to cut costs is to go with a budget-friendly minibus instead of something more expensive. The Ford E450 minibus, for example, comes with some basic amenities to help keep you on budget, such as air conditioning, baggage storage, and a driver. Despite this, buses with Wi-Fi, power outlets, and DVD capabilities can be booked by special request. As well, some companies offer other nice touches such as satellite radio or television screens for passengers.

Coach Bus

When it comes to group transportation, the coach bus is widely known for its superior amenities, so it’s perfect for those traveling long distances. In addition to seats, the coach bus provides amenities that many other types of bus rentals don’t have. As a result, the coach bus is one of the most convenient and comfortable modes of group transportation. Several of these benefits include free Wi-Fi, power outlets at every seat, reclining seats with footrests, air conditioning, and restrooms on board. Beyond these, there are also a few other perks you might take advantage of such as a tour guide or audio guides available in multiple languages. If you’re planning a large group trip, then you’ll definitely want to consider renting a coach bus!
This vehicle is spacious enough to accommodate up to 55 people and includes a variety of features like audio-visual equipment, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, onboard bathrooms, and more comfortable seating. However, it is the driver’s time that is the biggest factor in the cost of your bus rental. For example, if you’re scheduling an all-day tour, you might want to consult an experienced professional who knows where and when to stop for bathroom breaks or food breaks on your route. If you want to keep a tight schedule but also want to be comfortable, try renting a luxury coach bus equipped with features like reclining seats and wireless Internet access.

Mini Coach Bus

Enjoy the various amenities of the coach bus, but in a more compact package with a mini coach bus rental. The mini coach bus can be used for both shorter hops and longer distances. This vehicle seats up to 31 people, offering a perfect in-between a minibus and a coach bus. The mini coach bus comes equipped with both overhead and undercarriage storage and is a great choice for weddings, sports trips, and corporate events which may require space for various equipment.
The mini coach bus boasts a wide range of amenities, including air conditioning, power outlets, and hi-speed Wi-Fi. In some cases, these rentals even come with TV and DVD configuration, making your trip all the more pleasant. However, the mini coach bus does not come with onboard restrooms, whereas a full-sized coach bus does — something to keep in mind during longer trips.

Mini coach bus can also be used as a school bus.

How to decide what type of bus to choose

To get the best of coach buses when you travel in groups or in case you organize a trip for your employee, have these three steps as decision making method.

Step 1: Calirfy the time-length of the trip
Of all the variables to consider when renting a bus, one of the most important is how long you will be on the road. In other words, you need to find out the duration of your trip to plan the perfect bus. A Google Maps search will be handy, giving you a brief look at how long your travel time might be. Typically, a school bus is more efficient for shorter trips, while a coach bus is better for trips over three hours.

Step 2: What bus comforts do you need
The next thing to do is to figure out which features will work best for your group. Buses can come with the bare necessities or a range of extras like fast Wi-Fi, onboard bathrooms, TVs, and air conditioning. Since it’s the driver’s time that has the biggest impact on your bus rental quote, the price difference from option to option will be less when amenities are included. When including all the amenities, the coach bus is the most comfortable choice for your travel.

Step 3: Get an accurate headcount
You can pick between different options such as shuttle buses, sprinter vans, charter buses, motorcoaches, and party buses. Be careful of the capacity! It’s illegal to transport more than a car can handle. As an example, if your group is over 20 people, then renting a coach bus may be a better option. For small groups of people less than 20, rent a minibus, a van, or a mini coach bus.

Benefits of bus rentals vs other means of transport

Every form of transportation has its pros and cons.

In comparison with other forms of transportation, bus rental is not only safe and reliable way to transport groups of people. Coach buses are more environmentally-friendly and allow you to enjoy a comfortable and spacious way of traveling with luxuries like DVD players for long journeys.
Bus rentals are convenient for group travel as they give you the possibility to have everything in control and well organized without having so much gas intervals and the risk of losing some members of the group. This, keeping your group in a single vehicle, will save you money, stress and time.

Bus rentals are more convenient for group travel as they replace the need for finding or renting a fleet of 5-6 cars. No need to argue over who the designated drivers should be, or pull up for gas at different intervals and risk losing the other half of your group. Instead, keeping your group together in one single vehicle will save you both time and money when organizing your trip.

With bus rentals, you can plan personalized routes around your own itinerary, or even organize a bus rideshare for a big event if that’s something that interests you. Bus rentals are also great for companies looking to give their employees an incentive trip; whether it’s a long weekend in Vegas or a retreat at some exotic locale, bus rentals are perfect for groups of all sizes. No matter what kind of group you have in mind, having someone else do all of the driving means you can focus on enjoying yourself! And don’t forget about tour group rental benefits—when renting buses with other people, it makes sense to share resources!

Find a Charter Bus Operator in Your Area

Get in touch with Elite Mobility whenever you need a bus, mini bus or van, or coach bus for your event and groups. The company operates in Albania, the Balkans and Southeast Europe. It has high level vehicle and professional drivers over these areas. So in any case you plan your events in the countries within the areas Elite Mobility will help you with excellence. Place your request!

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Things to Know Before You Ride a Bus in the Balkans

Kristian Zara
June 21, 2022

Transport within the Balkans can be very challenging. There aren’t many options for budget flights between Balkan countries, and if you decide to travel within the region, going by bus is the best way to.

This region of the Europe is still in development, especially the transport and tourism sectors. There aren’t many options for budget flights between Balkan countries, and if you decide to travel within the region, going by bus is the best way to. While buses in the Balkans can be economical, sometimes they make your trips to be far from hassle-free, especially in countries where urban-structure is still old. However, as consequence of rising tourism most of the countries have started to organizing, recently. So, in order to get the best of the Balkans, if you decide to take a bus and travel between Balkan cities, we have some tips and things to help you through.

Find the route you need to take off, or the best one for you

There are some websites that can help you find out how to get around and ride a bus in the Balkans, but most of them aren’t complete and many things are missing out. This because Balkan bus companies either don’t have a website or their website don’t have great English content.

So, the best thing to do is to research online about the cities or places you want to visit, look specifically about your route by typing the names and attraction of the destination(s), write down the bus companies’ e-mail or phone number and don’t hesitate to call them and place your questions. Tell them where you want to go and also that you’re not a resident of the area (if so) as people in the Balkans are often very kind to help foreigners more than is expected. In addition, don’t forget also to ask locals for bus routes and timetables, bus stops, where to find tickets and other information. Because in some countries transport is a kind of unorganized properly, and locals know this better, do always ask them. They will certainly help you with joy – this is one of the best experiences that you will have when you meet Balkan people.

Other thing that will help you, but it needs patience and a bit of language skills, is to read other people’s experiences about the same route; try to find forums about the destination you plan to go.

When it comes to take a bus to Albania or travel within the country, things get somehow harder. There is a lot of confusion sometimes and lack of information on the web flow. Asking locals is a must. Many bus companies have only phone number and an office somewhere in the city and Google maps don’t have much information about routes and trips. So, in this case the best you can do is getting the phone and call the company itself. For example: I use to travel within Albania and have done some trips in Southeast Europe. For both ways, inside and outside the country, I get in touch with Elite Travel Albania. The larger agency in the country, that has its own website Elite Mobility, and have always helped me to realize my trip perfectly. The company has its own buses and also collaborates with other private drivers and bus business operation within and without Albania. They will give you all the information you need, advice you about the route and will prepare everything needed for your tickets.

Bus and snacks

There are many places during the route where the bus will stop and you can buy snacks. Sometimes you’ll have time for full, sit-down meal. But sometimes you will go without a stop for long time, or have just 5 minutes stop, or the bus will stop after crossing the border to the other country. So, preparing you snack is very important. Many buses will allow you to have your own snack on board, but there might be some that don’t allow snacks on board so is best to ask the driver before you ride the bus.

Whenever you get on a Balkan bus, have snacks and drinks with you, since there’s always the potential that you’ll get delayed.

Clothes and what to take with you

Even though the Balkans are widely known for the Mediterranean clime, the temperature my change from country to country. The western part of the peninsula has the same clime, but the northeast of it changes a lot. So, in case your route crosses from side to side is better for you to check the weather forecast and be prepared by having some extra clothes with you according to the needs.

I recommend to have a light jacket always with you. Because, there are moments when your bus may be late or delayed, and evenings are not always as kind as you may think. Also, there are buses of which temperatures may be uncomfortable. In some of them, in the summer, the air conditioning may barely work. While in the winter, the heater may be blasting at a level that means you’re boiling.

Depending to the season you are going to travel, you need to be able to dress up and down, and to keep yourself comfortable before, during and after your trip.

Things to look in advance – a must!

Depending on your destination, you need to think what might be necessary when you arrive there. If your route is within the same country perhaps you have thought about money and you don’t need to think more then just having some cash apart from bank cards. But if your route goes from one country to another, prepare yourself to have some cash with you that may be the currency used in the country you visit. Balkan countries do use their own currency and most of them do not accept other kinds.

Another important thing when it comes to money is that you’ll need always spare cash with you. Many shops, local shops, especially in countries where techno-structure isn’t that ahead to standard levels cash is always the way to buy anything. Keep some cash in your pocket!

Bus facilities and personal hygiene

All the companies are highly prepared when it comes to clean and safe bus environment. They follow H&S protocols and are well prepared to take care about their passengers. The only thing that may be missing in some buses, depending the country, is the toilet. So, always go to the bathroom before you leave. Many routes do have bathroom stops, but you may get to one that hasn’t.

At this issue, is best to keep with you some local currency coins as in some regions you need to pay to use the bathroom. While in other regions you don’t need to, because places where the bus will stop are usually Coffee & Restaurant which have free WC use for their clients.

For your personal hygiene, take with you a toilet paper and hand sanitizer as many buses and bus stations do not have these in custom.

Bus stations and timetable

I recommend to go to the station earlier. Balkan bus stations can be rambling places, or can be a parking lot at the hotel or in front of a local shop. Whatever the country, if you don’t have clear idea where to find the bus station ask locals for the route you need to take, arrive earlier at the station and check in with your bus company or the bartender who also lets people know when the bus comes.

While timetables in some countries are not that accurate, in other countries may be missing from the information board. Don’t expect timetable to be always accurate. Personally, I’ve ben on buses that left hours late, and I’ve been on buses that left the minute they supposed to. The arrival point can be the same when we talk about timetables. Is best to ask always about timetables when you call an agent to book your ticket, or go to the agency office and write down to a paper the times and hours of the route you may take.

Border crossing for those who travel from country to country

Across the Balkans, you will pass through a lot of borders. Each of them is unique in the way they operate and also in relationship between countries. Crossing from Greece to Albania, I’ve stayed on the bus while the driver took our passport at both borders. But, crossing from Serbia to Bulgaria, I had to get out and line up for passport check. Language is also an issue as in many borders they don’t speak much of English. Don’t worry, there will be always a kind man/woman that will get on to help you. As I said in the beginning, Balkan citizens are known to be very kind and helpful to all tourists or people who get to visit their lands.

Important to know – have your passport always with you. Some countries do not let you pass the borders only by showing your ID.