Wedding Planning New York City

It’s never too early to begin scoping out the perfect resources for a dream wedding. June weddings may be months away, but now is the season to look for the perfect dress, baker, and reception decor.

And where better to look than New York?

If you’re looking for the perfect dress:

1. Visit Kleinfelds (that HUGE store from Say Yes to the Dress!). Boasting the largest selection of designer wedding dresses in the world, Kleinfelds has been serving brides for over 60 years and is THE place to go to find the most current styles in wedding fashion. Both European and American designers are represented at the store, which is located in New York City.
2. Looking for something vintage? Check out Resurrection or The Bridal Garden – both top notch retail stores known for vintage couture and overstock from top designers. These boutiques are also located in New York City.

If you’re looking for the perfect bakery:

1. Check out Soutine Bakery. A New York gem, this little bakery receives rave reviews and is known for making sophisticated picturesque cakes.
2. Visit Baked. New Yorkers rave about this bakery which is known for whimsical and colorful alternatives to traditionally styled cakes. Baked is also known for making fabulous cupcakes.
3. Look into Cake Alchemy’s style of cakes. This New York bakery has been featured in Brides magazine’s “50 Most Beautiful Cakes” article and specializes in unique flavor blends.

If you’re looking for reception hall decor:

1. Go to Props for Today – a warehouse offering authentic antique collections (Marie Antoinette, Early American, Roaring twenties, etc…) and contemporary selections.
2. Check out Chuppah for hand painted custom silk wedding canopies. Chuppah’s silk canopies are created by renowned museum artist Corinne Soikin Strauss.

Make your New York Wedding Transportation hassle-free by using The BusBank’s Wedding transportation service

Charter Bus Austin – The Music Scene

Most people think of Nashville when they think of a national “music capitol”. But Austin, Texas is right up there with “Music City U.S.A.” The Texas city has a unique flavor of music and boasts the best live performances in the country. Many up-and-coming musicians choose Austin as their stomping grounds and many nationally known artists regularly visit.

Not sure if the Austin music scene is worth checking out? Consider the following must-see attractions:

1. Austin City Limits Music Festival. From October 8-10, the annual ACL Festival hosts artists such as The Strokes, Muse, M.I.A., Switchfoot, Norah Jones, and The Eagles (plus over 100 more acts). Many artists also play at local venues for aftershows. Austin City Limits is a video recording venue that hosts live recordings of popular music acts. Check out ACL’s blog for ticket info for taped events (which air on PBS).

2. The Austin Music Hall. Newly renovated, the hall holds over 4,000 in general admission and features well-known artists such as Sarah Mclachlan, Pixies, and Deadmaus. Even with its huge capacity, the hall is known for having packed crowds (over 2000 people once had to be turned away from a Chris Tomlin recording event). Make sure to add the Austin Music Hall to your itinerary (just order your tickets in advance).

3. Waterloo Records and Video Store. Voted the best independent record store in the country, Waterloo hosts live in-store shows featuring both local and nationally-known artists. The store is considered somewhat of an Austin icon and has some of the most knowledgeable staff and best customer service around.

The BusBank’s Charter Bus Austin account executives can help you plan you trip. There’s a reason that Austin’s nickname is “The Live Music Capitol of the World”. Find out for yourself!

The Top 5 Engaging Back To School Field Trips – In 3 Easy Steps

It’s gotta be educational and exciting. It can’t take too long, but it has to take long enough that you aren’t left trying to entertain a massive group of bored kids. That’s right, the Back to School Field Trip must be expertly planned. All your wits must be employed so that the kids, chaperones, parents, (and YOU) aren’t left in tears.

Step One:

Consider one of the following Back to School Field Trips. Tested and proven effective, these unique trips are wayyy better then going to the zoo. Again.

1.  Visit an organic farm. Organic produce is the wave of the future. Kids can learn about demand and supply, nutrition, and that vegetables don’t really come in cans.

2. Go to a garage. By visiting a professional auto repair shop, kids can be taught handy lessons about assembly, oil changes, fixing flats, and changing tires.

3. Check out a stock exchange. Classroom lessons about economics can be boring. Reality hits home when kids can view the process of trading.

4. Investigate a science museum. If you live near Chicagoland – The Museum of Science and Industry. Closer to New York? Go to the New York Hall of Science. Texans, check out the Houston Museum of Natural Science.

5. Attend a youth theater performance. Most major cities have children’s theaters and there’s no better way for kids to learn about the performing arts than to experience them. It’s doubly inspiring for them to see young performers close to their own age.

Step Two:

Contact The BusBank for transportation. Academic Groups and Events account executives will lift the grueling burden of transportation stress from your weary shoulders.

Step Three:

Inhale. Exhale. The kids? Entertained. Parents? Thrilled. And you didn’t have to pull your hair out.

Planning Your Labor Day Weekend

Labor Day is the last major holiday standing between summer and back to school, football season, and the beginning of fall. It is an excellent opportunity to have one more getaway to celebrate summer and relax before the stress of the school year begins. Don’t know what to do on your extended weekend?
Here are the top 5 places to visit over the upcoming Holiday weekend:

1.)    The Beach – Why not have one more summer retreat? Bring your cooler, swimsuit and sunglasses to stay until the sun goes down.

2.)    A Casino – If sun and sand isn’t your thing, bring your luck to the casino and hopefully you will come back with more money than you left with!

3.)    The State Fair – Greasy food, fireworks, animals and amusement rides a State Fair is pleasure overload for all ages!

4.)    A Day Spa – Maybe you want to get away from the hustle and bustle over your Labor Day weekend and relax? Treat yourself to a long weekend at a day spa.

5.)    A Full-Fledged Vacation – Why not go all out? You deserve it! Be spontaneous and get a group together to visit someplace new. Whether it’s somewhere charming and romantic or tropical and fun, the possibilities are endless.

When you call The BusBank to arrange your Labor Day renting bus needs, you will receive the services of an Account Executive who will arrange all the details for you and provide your quote quickly. Your Account Executive will help you plan the logistics and decide what charter bus option is best for your group. So call today to make your Labor Day plans, and enjoy your Holiday!

Visiting Collinsville, Illinois and need a Charter Bus Service provider that knows the area?

Does the thought of coordinating a group travel experience make you think of annoyances and worries? Put the transportation worries in Collinsville, Illinois aside and turn to the charter bus experts, The BusBank. With many years of providing the Collinsville, Illinois area with charter bus service from anywhere from vacation trips to local school field trips The BusBank has done it all.

The BusBank has unsurpassed availability in the charter bus industry. We can find you the right bus whether it’s a school bus rental, deluxe motor coach rental or mini bus rental in the Collinsville, Illinois area our network of independent charter bus operators will find you the right bus for your group and budget.

Event though we are a national company serving the entire North American continent, our charter bus experts have a local flair and knowledge for each territory. They know the largest events, conventions and group travel planning mistakes to help you on your journey. Don’t believe us? Call the experts today and let them know you want to charter a bus in Collinsville, Illinois. The BusBank provides charter bus service in 62234.

Is your group visiting Carbondale, Illinois or traveling from this great location? Choose The BusBank for your charter bus rental needs.

If you are like most consumers and often shop around the online marketplaces for the best rates on airfare you often want your answers from industry professionals in travel. Chartering a bus should not be an exception. Whether you are going from or traveling to Carbondale, Illinois in a charter bus rental you would expect knowledgeable associates and top notch customer service. The BusBank provides this and quality charter buses anywhere in North America and including Carbondale, Illinois.

Are you traveling to a college football game and need a deluxe motor coach rental? How about a school bus rental to visit the museum with your church group? The BusBank covers it all. We have 24-7 customer support that will be on call for all of your Carbondale, Illinois charter bus rental needs.

Charter buses in Carbondale, Illinois could be a hassle to find and make sure you are getting the right equipment for your trip and group size. Leave it to the Charter Bus experts to book your trip. We serve the following zip codes in Carbondale, Illinois: 62901 62902 62903

The BusBank Tops the List of Charter Bus Services in Buffalo Grove, Illinois

When your group in Buffalo Grove, Illinois needs charter bus service to their favorite event, turn to The BusBank for their one of a kind charter bus rentals. You will always get the safest, most reliable, and affordable bus that is catered to your group. You can always trust the industry leaders in charter bus service anywhere in North America and as local as Buffalo Grove, Illinois.

Does your Buffalo Grove, Illinois high school band need a school bus rental to an away football game? How about a mini coach or mini bus to the local airport for your extended family? The BusBank provides all these services and more to Buffalo Grove, Illinois residents or visitors. Call your Buffalo Grove, Illinois charter bus or motor coach rental specialist today!

We understand that you have a couple choices when choosing a charter bus provider that serves Buffalo Grove, Illinois but you will see that the customer service from the industry leader is unmatched it the industry. Here are a few of the zip codes that we serve in Buffalo Grove, Illinois: 60089