It's Mardi Gras, Fat Tuesday, and The Big Easy is partying hard, even as we write this. We love New Orleans, and we love driving our customers in and out of the city.
But the thing about New Orleans is that it offers so much more than a place to party before 
Ash Wednesday.
Here are three New Orleans destinations we recommend:
- The National World War II Museum in New Orleans. Historical. Educational. And oh-so interesting. Perfect for groups (especially those with kids).
- New Orleans Museum of Art. The museum is featuring the art of Thornton Dial through May 20th.
- Oak Alley Plantation. This is actually the perfect stop on the way to New Orleans from Baton Rouge. There's a restuarant on the property and also cottages where you can stay overnight.
Of course, the best and safest way to travel from Baton Rouge to the Big Easy is in one of our limousines or party buses. Consider it your very own "New Orleans limousine."
Yes, tomorrow is Valentine's Day, a day we look forward to sharing extra smooches, 
chocolate, and romance. But at Riverside, we believe that you don't need a special day on the calendar to celebrate love.
In fact, book a Baton Rouge limo and head out to a romantic restaurant at some other time of the year. She (or he) will appreciate the gesture (and it may be less crowded as well).
Need some ideas about where to go? Here are some of our customers' favorite places to dine:
1. Juban's Restaurant. Love creative Creole cooking? Well, if this menu doesn't make your mouth water, we don't know what will.
2. Fleming's Steakhouse. Nothing beats a perfectly cooked steak, and Fleming's knows how to cook 'em to order.
3. Houmas House Plantation and Gardens. Houmas House is a fan favorite, especially since there's plenty to choose from in terms of where to dine on these beautiful grounds: Latil's Landing Restaurant, Cafe Burnside, Le Petite Houmas Restaurant, and The Wine Cellars of Houmas House.
What are some of your favorite romantic restaurants in Baton Rouge? Share in the comments.
We're excited to announce our 1 Call 4 Rides limousine services. In essence, we can book your ground transporation not only in the greater Baton Rouge area, but wherever your travels take you...both nationally and internationally. 
The benefits:
- One point of contact (us!) will help reduce some of your travel stress.
- Our goal is to provide you with the best rates and deals possible.
- We're committed to ensuring the service you get from the car services we schedule in other cities is the same you expect from Riverside in Baton Rouge.
How to get started? It's easy. Give us a call or fill out the brief form on our 1 Call 4 Rides limousine services page (the more details you provide about your travel itinerary, the better and faster we'll be able to serve you).
Spread the word! We look forward to serving you.
We know how much work goes into planning your wedding. You have to find a venue, a dress,
bridesmaids gowns, tuxes, photographers, florists...okay, you get the idea. No need to stress out any brides or grooms who may be reading this!
One thing that seems simple enough to cross off your list is booking wedding transporation. But keep in mind that not all limousine companies are alike.
Here are three things to keep in mind as you evaluate wedding limousine services:
1. Longevity. Work with a company that's been around awhile (we recommend 7-10 years, at least). Why? Because limousine companies that have endured over time will likely have a good understanding of all the ins and outs of handling wedding parties. Let's face it -- it's a wonderful day, but it can also be stressful and nerve-wracking. The last thing you need to worry about is whether you get to the reception on time.
2. The fleet. How often does the company invest in new vehicles and how well are they maintained? Ask questions, but also consider stopping by headquarters, if possible, to check 'em out firsthand.
3. The drivers. This will require a little more sleuthing since the limo companies are going to promote how great their drivers are. Check social media: look at the company's Facebook page and see what sort of comments have been left. Check out review sites, like Yelp, and see what comes up. Ask the question on Twitter. People usually speak up if service is really great, or really terrible.
What other things do you think people should keep in mind when they choose a limousine company...either for a wedding or some other form of travel? Share in the comments.
From Thanksgiving to Valentine's Day, we hear about so many engagements. We've been driving happy couples around on their big days for over 30 years. As a result, we've seen lots of interesting venue choices for weddings in Baton Rouge...and beyond.
Here are some of the fan favorites:
1. Houmas House Plantations & Gardens A "2011 Pick - The Knot Best of Wedding
s," Houmas House can offer intimate dinner parties or grand wedding receptions. The choice is yours.
2. Mount Hope Plantation Over 200 years old, its website notes that it's "one of the two surviving antebellum homes in Baton Rouge."
3. Oakleigh House of Receptions in Denham Springs Trust us when we say that you have to check out the online portfolio -- it's a gorgeous place.
4. White Oak Plantation With over 22 acres of gorgeous landscapes, you're bound to to fall in love with this venue.
5. The Grande Pavilion It's just a hop, skip, and a jump away from Baton Rouge, in Gonzales, Louisiana. The Grande Pavilion boasts a decadent menu with fried catfish, jambalaya, and hot crawfish dip. Yum!
Looking to cross something of your long wedding to-do list? Book your wedding limousine or Town Car with Riverside Limousines. We understand how important your big day is, and you can count on our prompt, luxurious service and friendly chauffeurs who'll help put you at ease. We also have mini buses to shuttle guests.
What other wedding venues do you like or have you been to? Share in the comments.
Beyonce and JayZ have their new bundle of joy, but this is ours: our 18-passenger executive limousine coach. Isn't she a beauty?
We love how long and sleek she looks in this shot.
And a limousine interior doesn't get any more luxurious than this:
Her features totally rock as well:
- Seating to 18 passengers
- 2 flatscreen TVs
- DVD Player
- Lighting Package
- Leather seats
- Luggage area
- U-shaped couch in the rear
- Two booths up front
- Air-ride suspension
Want to go for a ride? Check out our limousine rates.
Now for an important question: what should we call her? Share your ideas in the comments.
Did you know that Baton Rouge is a popular destination for movie makers, th
anks to Raleigh Studios Baton Rouge at the Celtic Media Centre?
That's right: Raleigh Studios has seven studios around the globe, including our wonderful state capital. According to its website, Raleigh Studios is the "longest continuously operating studio in the country."
Pretty cool, huh? And guess who drives around the stars and crews who come to town to shoot their films? That's right -- Riverside Limousines. We offer a wide variety of car and limo services throughout Baton Rouge (and beyond). In fact, we received this nice testimonial from the director of Raleigh's studio operations (check it out above).
Some of the films we've driven for include The Switch, Breakout Kings, Battle: Los Angeles, and this little film you may have heard of called Breaking Dawn. We're embedding the trailer below.
There are many advantages to use a limousine service to the airport for the busy business traveler. Studies actually show it's more cost effective for an upper management executive to hire a chauffeured vehicle instead of driving and parking themselves. You can even write off the expense if you can show that you worked in the vehicle while en route. You can return business calls, check emails and text while our chauffeur delivers you to the airport or your home. Skip the parking lot blues and the high costs of airport parking with our door to door service. All we ask is that you relax and enjoy the ride.
Could there be a better sight after a long day in the air? We monitor all flights to make sure you are picked up on time. All of our limos and sedans come with cold bottled water and local newspaper. We service the Baton Rouge Metro (BTR) Airport, New Orleans International (MSY) Airport and the Lafayette Metro (LFT) Airport. Call us today at 225-928-5466 or visit our website at www.riversidelimos.com
A bride to be called today and asked about using a stretch SUV limousine for her wedding. She said she wanted about 18 people transported in this limo. I explained to her that traditional limousines hold 8-10 passengers comfortably and that stretch SUV limousines are longer and have what is called knee to knee seating in order for them to hold 14-18 passengers. This seating configuration is very cramped and creates what I call the "limo crawl", which is when the passengers that are seated toward the front of the vehicle have to crawl on their knees to exit the vehicle.
As you can see in the above photo it is much easier to enter and exit a Mini-Bus with stand up headroom and a center isle. We especially recommend our Luxury Mini-Bus and our larger Mini-Coach for wedding transportation when groups larger than 10 want to ride. Bridesmaids and groomsmen will appreciate the extra room when wearing large dresses and tuxedos. The cost savings of the Mini-Buses are also huge over the stretch SUV's. A four hour rental in our Luxury Bus is $496.00 versus $1000.00 of the typical four hour rental of a 18 passenger stretch SUV.
We recommend that you do not choose a limo service by choosing the lowest price. The lowest priced limo service will usually use outdated vehicles and untrained chauffeurs. Ask to see their garage and vehicles. A quality limousine service will welcome the opportunity to show off their fleet. Ask them to see a certificate of insurance to make sure they are properly insured.
Listen for courtesy, professionalism and knowledge on first contact. If they don't sound professional, they probably won't deliver professional service. If they answer the phone "hello", hang up.
After you have made your choice and are ready to book, ask for a written contract with specific vehicle information. A reputable company will give you the "all inclusive" rate which covers all fees and gratuity.