Riding the school bus is a fun and enriching experience for children of all ages. It teaches kids responsibility, helps them become more independent, and gives them an opportunity to make friends and just be kids for 20 minutes before and after school. It comes as no surprise, however, that when you throw a bunch of kids into one confined space, they can sometimes get a little rowdy. While children should be able to enjoy their time on the bus, behavior that is too rambunctious can distract the driver and jeopardize the safety of everyone on board. If drivers in… Read more »
The freedom, the simplicity, the cost savings, the new and enriching experiences—there’s a lot to love about the skoolie life. Of course, that doesn’t mean that it’s not without its challenges. As the fall season begins to wane, one of those challenges is just around the corner. That’s right, we’re talking about winter life on the bus! Since buses aren’t exactly designed for a prolonged stay, winter skoolie living takes a lot of preparation and, sometimes, creative solutions for staying warm. Especially when temperatures drop below freezing, it’s important that you’ve taken the right precautions to stay safe and comfortable…. Read more »
When it comes to long-distance travel, most people assume that flying is the best option to get you from point A to point B. Air travel is certainly the fastest method for many journeys and, of course, the most efficient choice for overseas travel. But if you’re sticking to one continent in your adventures, you might be surprised to find that good old-fashioned bus travel offers more advantages than flying. Coach and charter buses have come a long way over the past few years, thanks to advancements in technology. Maybe the buses of old couldn’t compete with airplanes for long-distance… Read more »
For parents, students, and teachers, they don’t need a reminder that the end of August and beginning of September means heading back to school. For drivers, this means sharing the road with school buses again and more kids and teenagers making their way to and from school in morning and afternoon rush hour. While school bus and traffic laws vary by state, there are a few things every motorist should remind themselves of as a new academic year begins. Follow the rules below for respecting buses and students when school is back in session! Stop means stop. If you get… Read more »
Buses serve many necessary and lucrative purposes in a variety of businesses and organizations. They’re essential for school districts and public transportation organizations. They can be big draws for venues, such as hotels or event properties, to offer shuttle service to patrons. Party bus companies and restaurants with food trucks often depend on buses too. But just like any vehicle, a bus doesn’t last forever. That’s why it’s important to monitor the condition of your bus and act quickly when it becomes unsafe for passengers or starts costing more money than it’s worth. If you’re dealing with any of the… Read more »
Mobile life on a converted bus or “skoolie” has become a more popular and common option for individuals, couples, and small families with every passing year. The allure and freedom of the open road is hard to deny—we’ve all fantasized about it one time or another! While the reality of full-time bus living has both its advantages and disadvantages, many of those who try it quickly fall in love with their new, unconventional lifestyle—and here are the top reasons why! The Freedom Perhaps the most lauded and obvious advantage to skoolie life is the freedom to travel virtually wherever and… Read more »
Despite the many advantages public transportation has to offer its riders, it doesn’t exactly have the cleanest reputation. It is, after all, difficult to keep up with cleaning and sanitizing over the course of a typical day when hundreds to thousands of passengers (and their germs) are getting on and off every few minutes. In dealing with the current coronavirus pandemic, however, the public transportation industry and companies all throughout the country have stepped up with frequent and thorough cleaning and disinfecting measures. If you do need to use public transit as the pandemic continues, there are also a few… Read more »
Professionals working in the public transportation industry are constantly trying to think of new ideas and develop innovations to make mass transit more efficient. This is true not only in modern times, but throughout history as well. The hard work of these individuals has, after all, brought us all the way from the omnibus to the high-speed trains and electric buses we see today. As focus intensified in these efforts on producing mass transit vehicles with higher capacities, the world saw the birth of two new major types of buses: the articulated bus and the double decker bus. What is… Read more »
Planning a vacation or extended trip with a group a friends, family members, or even colleagues is a fun and interesting experience. Group travel is a great way to explore new and exciting places while creating new bonds and strengthening existing ones among you and your companions. The tricky part? Coordinating the actual travel aspect of your trip. For smaller groups looking for a better option than carpooling in multiple vehicles, but who don’t quite need an entire coach bus, a minibus is an ideal solution. Consider these reasons why a minibus could be perfect for your next group trip!… Read more »
Do you have big travel dreams but no idea where to start? Or are you afraid to go alone and can’t find anyone to join you for a trip? Group travel might be the solution you’re looking for! Making the most out of any travel experience requires a great deal of planning, knowledge about your destination, and for many, the right people to explore with. If you haven’t considered traveling with a tour group before, here are a few reasons why it might turn out to be the best adventure you’ve ever had! You’ll have to do way less planning…. Read more »
