Coach Bus Etiquette: Seriously?
Did you know that coach
buses account for as many as 751,000,000 passenger trips taken annually? As you
might guess, with that number of people there are going to be many funny (and
sad) bus stories, like the person who fell asleep on you, or the one that gave
their social security number out loud while sitting near someone who appear to
be a convicted criminal.
Here are four simple
tips for coach bus etiquette that will ensure that the next funny bus story
won’t be about YOU!
Be
on time. To help the trip
run smoothly and on schedule, make sure you know the meetup time and location.
In fact, it is best to arrive early in order to get settled in your seat and
allow other passengers to do the same. Keep an eye on the time during rest stop
breaks or free time and return to the bus promptly when time is up.
Bring
a small bag. Take along a
small travel bag, backpack, or purse that you can store in the overhead
compartment above your seat or below the seat in front of you. This will help
you manage your space. Bring only the necessary items that you think you may
need such as medication, glasses or contact solution, a book, or a bottle of
water.
Limit
cell phone use. Refrain from
using your phone while on the bus. Phone conversations can be distracting to
other passengers and disruptive if your guide is trying to speak to the tour
group. Keep your phone on silent during coach bus transportation. You can
always make your phone calls during the next rest stop, or better yet, conduct
conversations entirely using emojis.
Be
considerate of fellow travelers. Always be mindful of the other passengers on the bus. Keep
the volume of your conversation low, especially when the tour guide is speaking
on the microphone. Also, be aware that many people are sensitive to food
smells, and other strong odors. Only bring foods that don’t have a potent smell
since you will be in close proximity to others for a major portion of the day.
Finally, some motor coach busses have reclining seats. Keep in mind that there
may be a person seated behind you. When you recline too far back, you could be
encroaching on his or her personal space by limiting available leg room.
Charter a Coach bus for your next school or family trip
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