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Airport transfer

You land tired after the wedding and flights, so who meets you at arrivals matters.

An airport transfer is transport between the airport and your accommodation, by car, van, shuttle or boat. It can be included in a package, or booked and paid for separately. On islands it may involve a car, a boat and a buggy in a single journey.

A useful companion read is airport transfer options and real costs.

Why does airport transfer matter for us?

The transfer is the first and last thing of your trip, and it sets the tone after a long journey. A poor arrangement means waiting at the arrival hall, a shared van with a long detour, or a late-night hunt for a taxi. Knowing the type of transfer and who meets you reduces that stress.

How does airport transfer show up in a quote?

A quote may say “Airport transfer included, return, shared”. The word “shared” means you travel with other guests and may stop at more than one hotel. “Return” means both ways. Check the pickup point, the waiting time allowed and whether late flights are tracked.

What should we ask about airport transfer?

Put these questions to the resort or agent, and ask for the answers in writing:

  • Is the transfer private or shared, and one way or return?
  • Where do we meet the driver, and how long will they wait?
  • What happens if our flight is delayed or lands at night?
  • Is luggage limited, and is the transfer suitable for our bags?

Where to go next

Two more pages help you check the rest: transfer included or book your own and late-night arrival transfers. Send us the quote and we will go through it with you.

Want a second pair of eyes on your plan?

Tell us your flight times and resort, and we will check whether the transfer is included, what type it is, and whether the return leg is covered.

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Questions couples ask

Is an airport transfer included in a package?

Some packages include it and others do not. Read the line carefully for the words "private", "shared", "return" and "one way". Ask for the exact vehicle type and the meeting point in writing.

Is it cheaper to book our own airport transfer?

Sometimes, but not always, and the quality varies. Compare the total for two, including waiting time, late-night charges and luggage. A transfer that tracks your flight can be worth a small premium. Ask whether the driver tracks your flight, so a delay does not leave the two of you waiting at arrivals.

What if no one is at the airport to meet us?

Keep the driver's number and your agent's contact in your phone before you travel. Call the agent immediately, and wait at the meeting point you were given. A written meeting plan makes this much easier to fix.

Plan the trip you both want

Tell us your dates, budget and what matters to you both. We reply with options that fit, and the decision stays yours.

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