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V.I.P. Park & Ride Reviews

V.I.P. Park & Ride
1565 Airport Road
Jacksonville, FL
(904) 741-0533


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Thank U!
(July 25, 2010) I had a wonderful vacation knowing I would return to JAX knowing that VIP had taken care of my car and would be politely awaiting my call!
 
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Great experience
(July 18, 2010) I would definitely park here again.
 
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Fast and Friendly Service
(July 14, 2010) I have used VIP several times now and service has been great each and every time
 
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Excellent Service and Price!
(July 13, 2010) We drove to Jacksonville from south Florida to leave our car for a 2 week trip to Seattle, WA. We reserved a couple of months in advance and when we arrived, they were expecting us. The car was parked, instructions on how to reach them when we returned were given (easy: they gave us a card with a phone number). When we returned, we called as soon as we arrived and by the time we were outside the terminal, our ride back to our car was there! What great service! I would definitely use them again and would encourage any one reading this to use this company. Their prices are great - the service wonderful - and you even get a free car wash if you leave your car for more than a few days! Awesome!
 
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ALWAYS CONVENIENT AND AFFORDABLE
(July 12, 2010) i have used VIP park and ride several times now. i live in Savannah, Georgia and am able to find much cheaper flights out of jacksonville. After i've driven 2 1/2 hours down into florida, i am greeted by a courteous staff (even at 4:30 in the morning) who loads my bags and within minutes carts me off to the airport, which is just down the road. On my way back i simply call the office number that has conveniently been attached to my luggage and by the time i'm out of baggage claim, the van has arrived. as we pull into the parking lot, i notice that not only is my car sitting in the front lot, it is sparkling from a light wash down. Thanks VIP park and ride! see you next time!
 
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Best airport parking
(July 12, 2010) Once again, a terrific experience with VIP Park&Ride. Very efficeient, courteous and professional.
 
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Satisfied customer
(July 10, 2010) I was pleased with the service and the car looked great.
 
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VIP Park and Ride
(July 10, 2010) Service great! Car was ready when we returned and had been cleaned. Personnel very helpful and curteous. Glad we chose VIP Park and Ride.
 
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Great Staff!
(July 8, 2010) The staff and in particular the owner/manager is amazing. I will never park anywhere else. Thanks for coming to Jax!
 
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good service
(June 30, 2010) nice staff, good service
 
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Best Park & Ride Company at JAX
(June 23, 2010) V.I.P. Park and Ride was the best and most courteous parking facility we have used at Jacksonville, FL airport. We will use them whenever we fly from JAX. and will recommend them to our friends.
 
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Sullivan family
(June 19, 2010) This was our first time with vip...normally use econ parking for trips over 2 days. We were very happy with their friendliness and efficiency...that is what you want when trying to catch a plane..and upon return they were waiting for us when we came from baggage claim. We have two trips in July and will use them both times.
 
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Good job
(June 17, 2010) You were all polite and gave good service on delivery to and from the airport. We had no problems. I did not know that we were to leave our keys. I thought since we were to park our own car, that was it. Thank you for the bottle of water for the ride home.
 
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very good
(June 17, 2010) I was pleased with there service they were very nice and helpful.I will use them from know on & let my friends know.
 
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Reliable and professional service
(June 15, 2010) A collegue from work recommended I park my car at the private parking lot at the airport. I was not aware they existed, so I researched my options on the internet. I learnt about VIP parking and choose them. Service was great overall. Staff was professional and polite, van that took me to the terminal was clean and smoke free. The best part is that when I came back from my trip, my car was ready for pick up and it received courtesy car wash. I will park here again next time I travel and I will recommend this lot to all of my friends and colleagues. Thank you for wonderful and affordable car parking service.
 
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Couldn't have been better!
(June 12, 2010) I would highly recommend VIP Parking. The price was right (Love that military discount), they were there to pick us up when our luggage arrived, our car was clean and ready to drive off in as soon as we drove up in their van. What more could you want!! Oh, and the driver was absolutely delightful. I have no reservations in recommending VIP to anyone!
 
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great price
(June 10, 2010) your prices are the greatest
 
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Very Nice Visit
(June 3, 2010) Very prompt when I arrived at JAX, late. Car was ready, trunk lid open, car washed, I recommended your facility to my son.
 
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Promise made, promise kept.
(June 2, 2010) Everything that VIP Park and Ride promised they performed. I was promptly greeted, then taken to the airport by David (an Aussie I believe, a friendly mate, eh) and he was there to greet me by name when I returned. David gave me a VIP luggage tag for my bag so I had their phone number right at my hand when I called in my arrival. My truck was parked at the front entrance for me and had been freshly washed. There were no hidden charges, I paid exactly what I was told. I would park there again, best value on the strip.
 
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Airport parking
(June 1, 2010) Car drop-off, airport transfers and pick-up were handled efficiently and courteously. Car was washed as promised and ready to go. Very good operation.
 
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The Best at Jacksonville
(May 31, 2010) the service and courtesy extended to Me at all times is very high. My car is always cleaner than drop off and honestly it looked better every time. Would high recommend this service to anyone. Everyone was so professional and kind. No waiting time to or from airport. I would recomend to anyone. THE BEST AT JACKSONVILLE AIRPORT.
 
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Very satisfied
(May 28, 2010) We were very happy with the treatment we got a VIP. Folks were prompt and courteous. We'll use you again when we fly from JAX.
 
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Excellent
(May 27, 2010) I can not rate the service and courtesy extended to my husband and I high enough. Also I had my car detailed and honestly it looked better than new. Would high recommend this service to anyone. Everyone was so professional and kind. No waiting time to or from airport.
 
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Will be back!
(May 26, 2010) I booked with VIP as an accident (I usually park at King) but everyone over at VIP is so friendly and helpful. Plus coming home to a clean car is awesome! This is my new airport spot, King doesn't compare.
 
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These Guys are the best
(May 26, 2010) I have used many "park and ride" parks in many places, this really was an excellent experience. I will most certainly use them again.
 
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Great parking
(May 25, 2010) Recently changed from the largest park and ride near the airport to V.I.P. Great decision. Great personal service; no waiting for a ride. Took me when I was ready and was there waiting for me to collect my baggage. THe drive even took my bags loaded them in the van and then put them in my car. Big change from the other lot. Best part of the service, my car wasn't all dusty and nasty from sitting for a week. It was freshly washed as I got there. For the money, a bargin. They could charge way more and still be the best service in the area. I WILL ALWAYS USE THEM FROM NOW ON!
 
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Airport parking
(May 21, 2010) This was our first time at V.I.P. Park and Ride and wont be our last. Everything was handled in a fast, efficient and courteous manner. We don't travel often, but when we do, we'll definitely be using your services again.
 
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All good but one thing
(May 20, 2010) Service was quick to process my car and take me to airport. Waited for a couple minutes at the curb to get ride back to car. Found check out quick and employees entertaining. But considering they washed my car, the windshield had lots of dead bugs on it, making it tough on visibility on way home. Would've liked a clean windshield.
 
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Best Value for Friendly, Fast Service
(May 19, 2010) Why Park anywhere else? These folks are top notch for value ,service and auto security. Thanks VIP.
 
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Mr. and Mrs. George Heilman
(May 16, 2010) The service could not be better, will certainly tell friends to use your VIP Park and Ride service. We have reservations at your VIP parking lot on May 31st for 20 days on this next trip.
 
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Convenient and Easy
(May 13, 2010) Great job, timely and nice attendants. I would use them again
 
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off airport parking
(May 11, 2010) We have park at airport parking, motel stay and park program and now at off airport parking at VIP park and ride. We were very impressed with the VIP Process; the price was right, the service was good, the employees very friendly and professsional and our car was washed and in good shape when we returned. We will certainly deal with them when we fly out of Jacksonville where we don't stay in a motel for an earlier morning flight. Good people to deal with. We highly recommend them.
 
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Excellent!
(May 11, 2010) The experience was better than I hoped for. Made my reservation online. The day of travel I was parked, my bags were transferred to the waiting van, and I was dropped of at my airline within minutes. The return was smooth also. I will use "V.I.P." again and recommend to everyone! This was my first time having to leave my truck while on an extended visit. I was very concerned for its safety while I was away! But no WORRIES! Thank you so much!
 
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Awesome
(May 10, 2010) They are wonderful!!!! Parking again this week!!!!
 
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VIP Parking
(May 9, 2010) The service was even much better than anticipated! They had my car freshly washed, even vacuumed the trunk, and waiting up front for my return!
 
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Convenient, prompt and inexpensive
(May 8, 2010) Easy to locate and two-three minute ride to the airport. No waiting around for a ride to the airport. When returning, called VIP when I disembarked from the plane and their van came to pick me up. When I retrieved my SUV, it had been washed on the outside - no charge. And, their price was right. I WILL DEFINITELY USE VIP AGAIN.
 
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Absolute excellent service
(May 7, 2010) Even the carwash is excellent!!!
 
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JR's
(May 5, 2010) Fast, efficient service from start to finish.
 
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Very Satisfied
(May 4, 2010) We were very satisfied with the prompt and friendly service. Thank you very much.
 
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great service tuxedo service!
(April 29, 2010) Great efficiency and detail to smiling delivery and car care. Included car wash. Keep up good attitude and pricing!
 
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V.I.P. Park & Ride review
(April 29, 2010) The personnel were very polite and efficient. I chose this lot because of the special rate ($2.79/day) and the option to self park. The only improvement I could suggest is a paved lot. However the unpaved lot was in pretty good condition and therefore satisfactory for the price.
 
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Impressive!
(April 29, 2010) I am new to the Jacksonville area and this is the first time I've had to park my car in a lot for an extended amount of time. These folks are top notch. I drove up in the morning, I was greeted immediately, bags removed from my car, and off to the terminal within minutes. Upon return, my car was waiting for me in front of the office and was even washed! The price for parking is soooo right! I will use them without question on my next trip. The only suggestion I have is for them to LIGHT UP THEIR SIGN. It is easy to miss in the dark.
 
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wonderful service
(April 29, 2010) Fabulous - attendant parked my car and the van was ready to roll to the airport. Also, THE BEST FULL DETAIL/ INSIDE/OUTSIDE CAR WASH & CLEAN FOR $49 EVER!
 
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Easiest ever!
(April 29, 2010) Our last trip out of Jacksonville airport was a disaster...we were delayed in NYC for 5 hours and then 3 more in Atlanta. When we finally arrived back in Jacksonville, I called VIP at 2:30am and they told us where to meet them. They were prompt, courteous and extremely helpful. When we got back to our car, it was washed and ready to go...no waiting. They made a disasterous trip a little bit better. we will definitely use VIP whenever we fly out of Jacksonville. Thanks VIP! Great service and great price!
 
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Excellent!
(April 28, 2010) We couldn't have been more delighted with our experience at VIP Park and Ride. From the minute we arrived until we picked up our car ten days later we were given "VIP" service and attention to detail. We've already recommended to friends.
 
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Excellent Service- very friendly staff.
(April 28, 2010) The service they provided was excellent- especially the detail they did on my vehicle.
 
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Great Experience.
(April 27, 2010) Wonderful service and great experience. Friendly and professional. Great value also. I will use them again and recommend to my friends. After being out of the country for 3 weeks, it was nice to be met by such nice people.
 
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Mr.
(April 26, 2010) It was a very nice experience. All parties involved were very nice to me. I will use them again if the rates remain low. Thank-you.
 
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Friendly staff
(April 26, 2010) This was first time I used VIP. I will use again and recommend to others. I also believe you could increase your rate 20% and not lose on customer!
 
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Couldn't ask for better service
(April 25, 2010) I would definitely recommend VIP- they were super nice, took great care of my car, and were VERY affordable! If anybody ever asks me about airport parking, I'm going to tell them to not look anywhere but VIP. :)
 
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Jacksonville
(April 22, 2010) Excellent, friendly service.
 
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casual traveler
(April 22, 2010) Great job. My car was as I left it. On the return trip, you call when you land so the van can come pick you up. By the time we reached the pick-up area, the van was there waiting for us. Everyone was polite and efficient. I will use them again.
 
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service
(April 21, 2010) Excellent service and friendly staff. Very quick with pickup and dropoff.
 
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VIP service
(April 14, 2010) Great service. Very professional and friendly.
 
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New favorite
(April 14, 2010) Friendly, efficient, and priced right. What more could you want?
 
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Parking Experience
(April 14, 2010) I found VIP Parking on-line. I have never used an off site parking lot before. I was thoroughly pleased with the experience, from the super friendly staff to the prompt delivery and pick up to and from the airport. I will use your service again.
 
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Excellent
(April 14, 2010) Fast, friendly, economical and professional! Will use them whenever I am flying out of Jacksonville! Would highly recommend!
 
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V.I.P. Park & Ride
(April 12, 2010) Best in Jax!!
 
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great service
(April 11, 2010) good parking. great drop off and pick up. nice optional car detailing. very satisfied.
 
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Great Place
(April 10, 2010) Friendly, helpful and great price. Will use VIP when we have to fly out of Jax.
 
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vip park and ride
(April 9, 2010) excellent service, prompt and friendly. would use again and recommend. Thanks!!
 
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Great Service Great Price
(April 9, 2010) We were meet at our arrival by a courtous employee, our bags were removed from our car to the van and within minutes we were on our way to the airport. Our return was just as seamless. The van was waiting for us curbside and our car was waiting for our bags when we arrived at VIP. I will use VIP whenever I fly out of Jacksonville.
 
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Good place to park
(April 8, 2010) I was very pleased with the service. They were very courtious, efficient, and prompt. I will deffinately park there the next time I leave Jacksonville.
 
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Couldn't be more pleased
(April 8, 2010) We made our reservation on line and saved about 50%. When we arrived, we were greeted promptly and within two minutes were on our way to the terminal. Upon check in we were provided with a wallet sized card with the contact number to call when we returned; this was very helpful. The driver was pleasant and professional and assisted with our luggage both loading an unloading. When we returned, we called the number on the card from the plane and by the time we collected our baggage our driver was there and waiting on us; no wait time. When we arrived at the lot, our car was out front, freshly washed and our driver transferred our luggage from the van to our car; again, no wait. Needless to say, We couldn't be happier with the service and I've never paid less for parking at JIA. Outstanding!
 
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Couldn't be happier
(April 7, 2010) We prepaid over the internet and got a nice discount. We were met quickly upon arrival and within 2 minutes were on the way to the terminal. I was provided a card with a call number which I used when we touched down and our driver was there and waiting for us as we stepped out the door. We were on our way to the lot in less than a minute and our car was ready and waiting on us when we arrived. It had been washed and was in better condition than when we dropped it off. Outstanding!
 
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VIP
(April 2, 2010) My experance with VIP was great. I will use VIP again and recomend them to my friends.
 
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5 Star Experien ce
(April 1, 2010) We were impressed by the good service and will use VIP the next time we fly out of Jacksonville.
 
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These guys are GOOD
(April 1, 2010) Online reservations were good, I arrived at the facility and was greeted nicely and whisked of to the Airport without delay. The real surprise was when I returned, I called VIP and was picked up in about 3 minutes, nice. We arrive back at the remote parking and I am startled to see my 12 year old truck looking like it just came out of the showroom. These guys are GOOD!!!!
 
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fantastic service
(March 28, 2010) I use VIP frequently, always prompt and courteous. They do a great job with the free car wash!! Highly recommend VIP Parking.
 
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Best Experience Ever
(March 27, 2010) From drop off to pick up, top notch service.
 
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Excellent / Professional Company
(March 25, 2010) My parking experience at your facility was most pleasant and the fastest pick up that I've ever experienced.Our car was very clean and ready when we arrived.
 
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parking near Jax airport
(March 22, 2010) Very convenient,very quick transport to and from airport and pleasant, so pleasant. Thanks
 
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Great service
(March 21, 2010) Courtious staff, prompt, on time, excellent service. Car wash puts the icing on the cake. Highly recommend their business.
 
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super happy!
(March 17, 2010) I parked at this parking place for 10 days. My return flight was cancelled due to weather conditions at the departure city and I had to enlarge my stay at the parking side from 9 to 10 days. I called them about this and asked to keep the same promotional rate I got before for the extra day. They have easily accepted this. When I was back, they did not even charge me for the extra day! Hook-up to and from the airport is extremely easy and quick, staff is very friendly and kind. I would definitely recommend this parking place to everybody! I was super happy with my experience.
 
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VIP Parking
(March 16, 2010) Terrific service. Will recommend
 
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Great value from V.I.P. Park & Ride
(March 16, 2010) We're just back from our first trip where we used V.I.P. for parking at JIA and we're thoroughly pleased with their service. Upon arrival for our outbound flight, they transferred our luggage to their shuttle bus, under cover at their office building, and parked our vehicle for us. The shuttle driver assisted us with our luggage at the terminal. Upon return to JAL, we called them as we were collecting our luggage and we had hardly any wait at all for the bus. The driver transferred out luggage back to our just washed vehicle (again, under cover at their office. V.I.P.'s service is "as advertised" and their parking rate makes this among the best long-term parking values at JAL. We'll definitely be using V.I.P. again.
 
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"The BEST"!!!
(March 14, 2010) I am so excited to have a safe, friendly, and efficient place to park at JAX. I will recommend to all my Savannah friends as we all drive to JAX due to better flight fares. I am considering flying much more out of JAX due to your rates and courteous service. It makes it worth the drive if with parking and cheaper fares it is still a better deal than flying out of Savannah. Thanks for making the drive worth it.
 
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incorrect billing
(March 14, 2010) Tried to charge the an inflated checkout price on leaving.
 
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March2010
(March 11, 2010) Everything went very smooth as it did during my first use of this service.
 
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anxious but very relieved!
(March 4, 2010) not only have i never used this company, i have never used an outside lot to park when going to the airport. i was a little nervous about, not just the car, but the timing back and forth from the terminal. all that was set to ease when we arrived in jacksonville. a friendly and accommodating gentleman picked us up, took our bags and escorted us to our drop-off. the directions were simple and he handed us a card with the number to call when our return flight landed. 3 days later, after 6 hours of traveling, a driver pulls up to Post #1 5 minutes after we stepped off the plane. I'm almost positive while we were gone, somebody washed our car and for such lovely service at such a wonderful price....i would've paid double!
 
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New to the Area
(March 3, 2010) I'm in the process of relocating to Jacksonville and spend most of my weekends flying back and forth to Pennsylvania. I've used a few differenct parking services and this is the one I will be using from now on. The service is outstanding plus they want you to call when you land so they can be there waiting for you instead of the usual "Call after you get your bags." They were there waiting for me instead of the other way around and my car was already pulled up when we got to the lot. A+ Service!
 
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great
(March 2, 2010) We had a wonderful experience with V.I.P. Park & Ride. We had great service and didn't have to wait for them to pick us up at the airport. We called and they we're waiting outside for us. They washed our vehicle also. We will definately use them again and tell our friends also.
 
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Great Experience
(March 1, 2010) I was very pleased with V.I.P. Park & Ride. The personel there were all very helpful and friendly, drop-off and pick-up at the airport went smoothly, and it's hard to beat About Airport Parking's price for V.I.P Park & Ride - anywhere! I would definitely use V.I.P. Park & Ride again.
 
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Its great
(February 24, 2010) VIP is always so nice and caring. My car is always ready and waiting for me and everyone is so personal!
 
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It's Not Just Parking Anymore
(February 23, 2010) I never combined the ideas of customer service and parking lot before; but, when I drove away, I was shaking my head wondering what just happened – at a “lot”? The care, attention and convenience are way beyond expectations. In addition to parking/shuttle, I purchased a car detailing and minor scratch removal service. The car is five years old and looks brand new. This place is unbelievably good.
 
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VIP PARK &RIDE JAX
(February 22, 2010) I WILL USE THEM ON MY NEXT TRIP. A+++++++++++++++++++++++ THANKS.
 
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Customer service was excellent
(February 22, 2010) The people who work there are perfect.
 
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the were good
(February 21, 2010) fast and friendly
 
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V.I.P. Park& Ride
(February 21, 2010) Your service was efficient and personable. Could not ask for more.Additionally, was pleased that I could get my car cleaned while I was away and at a very reasonable price. You also waxed my car without my asking. Will definitely recommend V.I.P. to others.
 
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Best Airport Service!
(February 20, 2010) Thank you V.I.P!! V.I.P staff was so friendly on my last trip to the airport. They went out of their way to be helpful. It is a rare instance to find a business that still believes in good customer service! I will definitely book V.I.P. for my next trip!
 
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Wonderful!
(February 18, 2010) This place is the best! I would recommend it to anyone!
 
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I Love Them!!!
(February 17, 2010) they were great! they even washed my car and picked me up from the airport quickly :) will use them again very soon and will recommend them to everyone
 
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no problems
(February 10, 2010) good service and value
 
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Parking service
(February 10, 2010) Very courteous, fast and great price. Will do business with them again.
 
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2 week layover
(February 10, 2010) the service was prompt and courteous. Car was clean and pickup at airport was prompt. I will continue to use their services.
 
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Carl Purpura
(February 6, 2010) Great service, timely, polite, and professional. Thanks
 
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Good Deal
(February 4, 2010) The customer service was excellent, drivers were friendly and the price right. The only drawback was the parking lot needed brighter lighting. It was a little dark for my taste and at first made me feel a little uneasy about leaving my van. However, everything was safe and in order when I picked up the van.
 
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Great service, wonderfull people
(February 4, 2010) I was really impressed with the service that these guys gave to me before Christmas. The team are all friendly and I got my car washed too... I've used a couple of the other park and ride companies at Jax airport before, but these guys are the best by a long way. Good luck to them, with service like that they deserve to succeed
 
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Great service at the right price
(February 2, 2010) Parked truck here for a 2 week ski vacation. Prompt drop off (at 5 AM) and pick up after arrival with cheery personnel (even at 5 AM). Price is best of any airport lots. I'll use this business everytime I travel from JAX and highly recommend them.
 
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EXCELLENT...A++++
(February 1, 2010) STAFF VERY FRIENDLY AND HELPFUL. PICKED US UP QUICKLY ON RETURN. THERE WAS A FREE CAR WASH INCLUDED BUT I WENT ON & UP GRADED IT TO THE DETAIL CAR WASH. MY CAR LOOKED BEAUTIFUL! LOOK FORWARD TO USING THEM AGAIN & GETTING ANOTHER DETAIL WASH. IN FACT, WE ARE BRING OUR OTHER CAR TO THEM TO WASH. THANKS! YOUR GREAT!
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