Chauffeur

Valentines day is just around the corner, here at Highland we have put our heads together to come up with the most romantic ideas we can think of to celebrate. HINT HINT! Being on a Tuesday work makes it even better as you can celebrate on the weekend before and after, or just do both. Here are our top five list of favorite ideas for giving your valentine an extra special treat:

If you would like more information or wish to arrange a special event for your special Valentine, call 1-800-991-6571, and we would be happy to help your unique and personal event.

There are some commonalities between drivers and chauffeurs, and in many cases the two terms are incorrectly interchanged. In our opinion there are some very clear distinctions that set chauffeurs apart from drivers.

Similarities between drivers and chauffeurs

Both provide transportation services, to safely getting their passengers from one location to another. A driver’s main responsibilities are to ensure your journey is safe, comfortable, and you arrive on time, at your destination.

Highland chauffeur’s offer much more than ensuring their passengers arrive safely at their destination.

History

The term "chauffeur" comes from the French term for “stoker” because the earliest automobiles, like their railroad and sea vessel counterparts, were steam-powered and required the driver to stoke the engine. This historical link helps to define what it means to be a chauffeur. In the days of early motor vehicles only the rich could afford to buy a car and generally employed a chauffeur to drive. Man servants and household staff were common, and it was usual for the chauffeur to take on these roles whilst traveling with their employer.

The traditional chauffeur would drive for their employer, ensure their safety, provide complete discretion, be prepared for emergencies, ensure comfort of their passengers, and generally take on any tasks a personal servant would be expected to carry out.

What it means to be a Highland Chauffeur

The Highland Chauffeurs follow these principles, by combining the traditional high levels of personal service and applying them to the modern day needs. As a driver, body guard, confidant, personal servant and more your chauffeur can be relied upon to take care of you during your journey.

Highland Chauffeurs are smartly dressed in full livery, which includes a suit, gloves, dress shoes and chauffeurs hat once fully qualified. They are fully trained in advanced driving techniques, prepared for all driving conditions and personal protection. Your chauffeur can be fully trusted to operate with complete discretion at all times. There are occasions when privacy is required and a chauffeur is trained to recognize and honour these requirements.

Your chauffeur is polite, responsive, willing to serve, yet unobtrusive, humble in nature, and ready to protect if necessary. Your chauffeur will always attend to luggage, guide you to the vehicle and politely offer assistance in entering and exiting the vehicle. Considerate of their guests comfort, they will be prepared with various travel essentials during the journey. From supplying a handkerchief for emotional moments, adjusting the bridegrooms tie before photographs to offering an arm to help you to your door, you can be assured your chauffeur is a dependable presence there to assist.

Christmas shopping, driving to Calgary, full parking lots, crowded malls, heavy bags, tired aching feet, long drive home… even the thought brings a shudder to most people, yet it’s a chore that has to be done before you can enjoy the big day.

There is another way…..

Imagine having your own personal chauffeur for the day, taking care of your every need. You and your friends will be picked up by your charming uniformed chauffeur, driven to Calgary in a stylish Cadillac SUV, and be dropped off at the mall entrance. Your personal chauffeur will Read more

Highland attended the ISES AGM in Calgary on September 28th. It was a great evening, Lynn Fletcher President of the ISES Calgary chapter and President of Lynn Fletcher Wedding Inc, was in her usual spectacular form. Introducing new committee members for 2011/2012 year ahead.

ISES Calgary has an exciting two to three years ahead. Their goals for members are:

• to connect with other members
• to be inspired by educational opportunities
• to elevate yourself both personally and professionally

We are so encouraged to be a part of this organization as it is very much aligned with the mission of Highland to elevate the standards of the livery industry in Alberta and Canada. Our strategic plan for 2011/2012 is to open the Canadian Chauffeurs Guild, and to provide professional development of our existing staff and encourage personal and professional development of the industry as a whole.

Highland Executive Chauffeur is an exciting new company that will celebrate our one year anniversary, May 1st. We are an exclusive chauffeur service provider and we apply our services to the following markets: corporate, private, tourism and special occasions. There is never a dull moment at Highland Executive Chauffeur. We are looking to expand into these areas more efficiently as our fleet grows. Our company brand stands for safety, professional excellence, fine details and passion for service.

We are looking for a Professional Driver/Tour Guide to join our high-end chauffeuring company.

Requirements:

Previous experience and knowledge of the Bow valley area is essential. Must be willing to train as a chauffeur. Must be flexible regarding their work schedule, this job requires you to be on call. Must have a suit and be able to maintain impeccable hygiene and oral standard. The ability to multitask, prioritize, being informative, polite and be passionate about the service.

Our responsibility to our clients is to provide safe transportation at all hours. A chauffeur always goes above and beyond for their client.

Interviews are being held May 9th - 11th.

Please submit your resume if you fit the criteria.

Only qualified candidates will be considered.