23Nov/16
Wedding Transfers

Wedding Transfers, Golf Transfers in Gold Coast

In addition to being a famous tourist destination, the Gold Coast is also a very popular wedding destination.

There are many Golf clubs with Wedding pavilions in the Gold Coast. The panoramic views and beautiful climate bring many people to the Gold Coast for their life time event.

When you are planning for transport for wedding in Brisbane or Gold Coast you need to take into consideration the traffic conditions, distance to be travelled and the likely climatic conditions.

You need to have big enough trailers to carry the important luggage and a clean vehicle, and of course, chauffeurs who treat you with respect.

Recently our chauffeurs at My Private Transfers provided transport for wedding transfers to the Parkwood International Golf Club in the Gold Coast.

At My Private Taransfers, we offer wedding transfers in and around the Gold Coast and Brisbane. Please keep in touch with us for your Wedding Transfers or Golf club transfers in Brisbane and Gold Coast.

23Nov/16
Indian Drivers

Transport: Indian Drivers for Airport Transfer in Brisbane & the Gold Coast

In the recent years the influx of tourists from India to Australia has increased dramatically.
Indian tourists to Australia include popular destinations like Brisbane and Gold Coast in addition to Sydney and Melbourne. Travellers of Indian origin in Brisbane International Airport, are pictured above.

Many Indian tourists are happy to have chauffeur driven cars for Airport transfers and local transport needs. Being able to secure an Indian driver,
helps in communication as the cultural connection is a unique factor.

My Private Transfers can provide chauffeur driven cars for Airport transfers with multi-lingual Australian drivers of Indian origin who can speak multiple languages including Hindi, Gujrathi, Punjabi, Tamil, Malayalam, Telugu, Kannadiga etc. subject to availability.

Our Indian Australian drivers will also be more than happy to take you around to local attractions on your way to hotel or Airport for sight seeing. They are also able to assist you in organizing local phone connection and probably even Indian food.

If you are visiting Australia and would like to have an Indian chauffeur for your Airport transfers or for local transports, please get in touch with My Private Transfers.

29Oct/16
Golf Tour

Transport: Golf Tour, Golf Tournament & Golf Day Transfers in Brisbane and Gold Coast, Airport Transfers

My Private Transfers has rich experience in transferring Golf players.

Some of our customers are tourists playing golf in the Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast and Brisbane regions. We also have clients who play in Golf tournament in the region. Other groups of clients also participate in corporate Golf Day.

Our chauffeurs have catered to all these segments of golf lovers. We provide vehicles that ensure comfortable and reliable transfers. We also provide luggage trailers that keep valuable luggages and golf kits safely.

Recently we provided transport for a group of 7 tourists from New Zealand playing Golf in various courses in Brisbane, Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast. One of the places they played Golf is the famous Ross Watson designed Pacific Harbour Golf Club. This island links course is ranked 7th in Queensland and has become one of the must play courses in South East Queensland.

We provide golf tourist transfers from hotels to the golf course, transfers to Gold Coast and Brisbane Airports, Cruise terminals and can also provide local tour transfers

After 2 years of construction, Pacific Harbour Golf Club opened on April 1st, 2006 to impressive reviews. The Ross Watson designed island links course quickly became the β€˜must play’ course of South East Queensland and is currently ranked #7 in Queensland and #51 in Australia best public access course.

Some of the other famous Golf Courses we can organise transport to include: The Glades , Coolangatta Tweed Heads, Sanctuary Cove Resort Palms and Pines courses, Palm Meadows, Hope Island Resort, Robina Woods, Brookwater, Palmer Colonial, Royal Pines Resort and more.

Do get in touch with My Private Transfers for Golf Tour Transfers, Golf Tournament Transfers & Golf Day Transfers in Brisbane , Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast. We have comfortable vehicles and luggage trailers.

29Oct/16
Airport Transport Brisbane: Uber,OLA, DIDI Alternate cost effective reliable transport options for Airport Transfers in Brisbane and Gold Coast

Airport Transport Brisbane: Uber,OLA, DIDI Alternate cost effective reliable transport options for Airport Transfers in Brisbane and Gold Coast.

Most of the Ground Transport Operators like β€˜My Private Transfers’ have prices that are competitive with Uber and Go Catch pricing. In some cases it is even cheaper than ride sharing providers like Uber,OLA and DIDI.

Uber Pricing

For example if you are travelling from Brisbane Airport to
Surfers Paradise in Gold Coast on a Uber the price estimate is approximately UberX: $104-138 UberXL: $161-213 UberSELECT: $180-238

In addition to travel fare, the customer has to pay Airport parking Fee and tolls on the road.

Private Airport Transfer Pricing (by Brisbane based Ground transport operators similar to β€˜My Private Transfers’)

If you are travelling from Brisbane Airport to Gold Coast
Surfers Paradise on a Private Transfer the price estimate is $165 as published in MyPrivateTransfers.com.au. The vehicle used will be comparable to Uber XL for comfortable journey. The price is fixed price and nothing is charged extra for tolls, airport parking fee, flight delay fee etc. There is no surcharge for possible traffic delays on the road or for rush hours (except an additional 30 dollars fee for travel between 10:30 pm and 5:30 AM)

Uber Limitations in Brisbane and Gold Coast Airport Transfers

The above pricing estimate of Uber is subject to normal traffic conditions and in the absence of surcharge at the time of order. There is no assurance of child seats or provision for the meet and greet facility at the Airport. If you are a family, surfer or golfer and need a luggage trailer Uber may not be able to support you, with your unique needs.

Private Airport Transfer Pricing (by Brisbane based Ground transport operators similar to β€˜My Private Transfers’)

If you are travelling from Brisbane Airport to Gold Coast
Surfers Paradise on a Private Transfer the average price estimate is approximately $165 for upto 3 passengers).The vehicle used will be comparable to Uber XL, thereby assuring you of a comfortable journey.

Advantage of Private Transfers by Ground Transport Operators

  • Comparable pricing and possibly pricing even cheaper than Uber and Go Catch
  • Experienced Professional Chauffers
  • Provision for Meet and Greet with personalised greeting
  • Fixed pricing and pre-booked.
  • You know the details of driver in advance
  • Availability of luggage trailer ( 15% additional cost)
  • Free Child seats and Booster seats
  • Help with luggages.
  • GST, Tolls, Parking Fee, Waiting Fee included in the fixed price

If you are looking for a cost effective, worry free pre booked Airport transfer as an alternative to ride sharing services like Uber,OLA and DIDI; it is worthy to consider Accredited Ground Transport Operators like My Private Transfers

29Oct/16
Domestic and International

Transport- Where to find Uber/ Go Catch in Brisbane Airport ( Domestic and International)

If you are travelling through Brisbane Airport ( Domestic or International Airport) and wish to avail of ride sharing companies like Uber or Go Catch this blog may be of help to you.

Ride Sharing services like Uber is legal in Brisbane and Brisbane Airport Corporation ( BAC) has made arrangements for accessing Uber from the Airport. All drop offs are in the public drop off area and all pick ups are from the area designated for the purpose. It is located near the ground transport parking area. Please watch for the sign as given in the picture.

Uber and Go Catch are getting increasingly popular in Brisbane and Gold Coast. However, there are very affordable pre-booked Airport transfer services available in the Queensland market from Ground Transport Operators like β€˜My Private Transfers’.

Before considering using Uber, Go Catch or any similar ride sharing servoces for cost effective Airport transfers, it is good to read Uber and Go Catch Alternate cost effective reliable transport options for Airport Transfers in Brisbane and Gold Coast

29Oct/16
Mount Tambourine Airport Transfers: Brisbane & Gold Coast Airports to Mount Tambourine Transfers

Mount Tambourine Airport Transfers: Brisbane & Gold Coast Airports to Mount Tambourine Transfers

The Mount Tamborine is part of the Gold Coast hinterland and consists of approximately 32 sq km ( 8 km long and 4 km wide). With a population of about 10,000 people; it has a strong tourism industry because of the scenic beauty and climate.

Its has rich rainforests, bird areas, avocado farms and other organic farming which makes it a standout in the Sunshine state. The famous Mount Tamborine Christian Conference Centre (MTCC) is also located in Mount Tamborine.

While on the tourist drove, leading up to Mount Tamborine; the natural scenic beauty is a therapeutic feast for the eyes, thats refreshing to the soul. This picture was taken from the valley of Tamborine Mountain.

Thousands of residents living and visiting Mount Tambourine depends Brisbane or Gold Coast Airports for their domestic and International journey. My Private Transfers offer prompt, hygienic Private Airport Transfers from Mount Tambourine to Brisbane and Gold Coast Airports.

We take special hygenic meassures after COVID 19 Pandemic for the safety of our passengers. We offer only Private Transfers at this stage.This helps us to give better safety and hygene in our vehicles.

If you are looking for Private Transport Airport Transfers from Brisbane, Gold Coast Airports or from any surrounding areas, please get in touch with My Private Transfers for reliable, affordable, premium Airport transfer services.

17Oct/16
Broad Beach to Brisbane Airport Transfers- Watch your traffic and more

Broad Beach to Brisbane Airport Transfers- Watch your traffic and more

In the best of traffic conditions, the transfer from Broad Beach to Brisbane Airport can take about 60 minutes. But we need to expect further delays during the transfer.

Presently, there is a marked increase in construction activities along the Gold Coast in anticipation of the Commonwealth games in 2018. This includes widening and revamping of roads and construction of new buildings.

This causes unexpected delay in traffic, depending on the time of the day. In Australia, most of the tradesperson work schedules begin by 6:30 am and finish by 3 pm. Subsequently, heavy traffic is common in the early hours, 5 am onwards.

When you are making an important trip, such as heading to the Airport, one needs to take extra care to see that you have taken into consideration an extra allowance of time for the travel.

At My Private Transfers, we are happy to help you with our input, with our local traffic knowledge.

If you are looking for stress free affordable premium airport transfers from Broad Beach to Brisbane Airport; do get in touch with us. For booking please visit here. for booking your transfer.

17Oct/16
Cruise Transfers and Airport Transfers Brisbane - Traffic delays

Cruise Transfers and Airport Transfers Brisbane – Traffic delays

If you are travelling through the Port of Brisbane (Fisherman Island) or Hamilton Cruise Terminal (Portside Wharf- Hamilton), please be aware about the traffic delays due to the roadwork in Kingsford Smith Drive in Hamilton.

This upgrade will transform the present road and is expected to improve the traffic efficiency by 30%.

Presently the roadwork is progressing very well during both day and night. Many parts of the road is now marked 40 km zone.

This can cause unexpected delays for those who are travelling to the Airport and Cruise terminals through Hamilton Kingsford Smith Drive.

My Private Transfers with our local traffic knowledge normally advise our customers about the potential traffic delays in Brisbane and Gold Coast Airport and Cruise Transfers.

For reliable stress free Airport or Cruise Transfers, please get in touch with us. For online cruise transfer booking please click here

27Sep/16
Surfboard

Surfboard Transport: Brisbane, Gold Coast Surfboard Airport Transfers

Surfing boards known as Surfboards were invented in Hawaii. they were made of wood in the years past, but recent models are made of polyurethane or polystyrene foam covered with fibre glass cloth and polyester or epoxy resin. Recent surfboard technology have also included the use of carbon fibre and kevlar composites.

Each year globally approximately 400,000 surfboards are manufactured.

There is no other place in the world quite like ’Sufers Paradise.’ All great surfers come here and enjoy the waves and intrinsic beauty of the Gold Coast. Surfers with their Surfboards is a common sight at the Brisbane and Gold Coast Airports.

Your chauffeurs at My Private Transfers are very helpful in nature and take good care of your Surfboards during Airport Transfers to and from Brisbane and Gold Coast. If you are coming to Brisbane or Gold Coast Airport and require Airport Transfer to the Surfers Paradise or any near by areas please do get in touch with us.

27Sep/16
Local Australian Mobile Number for Tourists in Brisbane and Gold Coast, Australia

Local Australian Mobile Number for Tourists in Brisbane and Gold Coast, Australia

When you are travelling to Australia as an international passenger; it is a good idea to have a local number to minimise your mobile roaming charges and for increased ease of local accessability.

The chauffeurs at My Private Transfers can guide you to the Kiosks inside the Airport to obtain local mobile numbers. Vodafone and Optus Kiosks are conveniently located in the International Airport. Their friendly staff are very helpful and quick to organise them.

In this picture you can see one of the display ads with pricing at the Brisbane International Airport.