EP #10: Bonita Bee Airport Express with Tim Maher

Published: April 26, 2020, 11 p.m.

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What Makes Bonita Bee Airport Express a Good Neighbor...

The Bonita Bee Airport Express was born in Bonita Bay here in Bonita Springs in 2000.\\xa0 Started by Bob and Kathy Patterson, they built the company from one Town Car in their driveway to a 5 car service that opened up office across 41 from Bonita Bay at the Bonita Storage Inn.\\xa0 In 2006 the Patterson\\u2019s sold the company to a local couple, Dan and Jody Costello, who were teachers in Bonita Springs at the time.\\xa0

Jody and Dan threw themselves into the company and grew it further.\\xa0 Increasing the number of clients and building the strong reputation the company has for reliability and quality service.\\xa0 In 2013 the Costello\\u2019s sold the company to Dr. and Mrs. G.L. Hicks.\\xa0 Their son Greg managed the company for 2 years and experienced some difficulties.\\xa0 In the fall of 2015 Dr. Hicks\\u2019s daughter Nicole and her husband Tim moved to Florida and assumed management of the company.\\xa0 Since their arrival the fleet has more than doubled in size from 7 to 16 vehicles.\\xa0 They have revamped the reservation system, website, and company policies to modernize and streamline the business. They have made it their mission to continue the long standing traditions of the company.\\xa0 An \\u201cOn Time Every Time\\u201d goal and dedication to customer satisfaction is paramount to the company\\u2019s culture.\\xa0 That dedication has seen the Bonita Bee named \\u201cBest Of Bonita and Estero\\u201d 9 years in a row and \\u201cBest of the Gulf Shore\\u201d for the past 2 years.

As a reservation car service, the Bonita Bee encourages clients to book in advance.\\xa0 When you book you flight the Bonita Bee should be your next call!\\xa0 The Bonita Bee provides, primarily, airport transportation to and from the airport of your choosing.\\xa0 However, the company also transports clients going on cruises to sea ports around the state.\\xa0 The Bonita Bee also provides transport to doctors appointments of all kinds,\\xa0 dinner dates or general nights on the town, and as a pet friendly service, have also been known to transport clients and their furry companions to the veterinarian for routine visits.\\xa0 The Bonita Bee\\u2019s philosophy is that \\u201cWe are willing to take you anywhere you\\u2019d like to go so long as you\\u2019re willing to pay the bill!\\u201d =)

With the advent of the Covid-19 virus many clients are rightfully concerned about the Bonita Bee Airport Express\\u2019s safety measures.\\xa0 Luckily the owner is an MD, his daughter is an RN and the General Manager and Assistant Manager, are both retired EMT-Paramedics!\\xa0 When the news began breaking about the virus the company jumped in to action and secured a stockpile of hand gel and disinfectant wipes and cleaners.\\xa0 All of the vehicles in the fleet were subject to a deep cleaning and new policies were put into place requiring staff to disinfect each vehicle at the start of their day and between each client. Our drivers are not required to wear masks however clients can specifically request that the driver do so when booking their reservation if they choose.

The Bonita Bee Airport Express is happy to celebrate our 20th year in operation and would like to thank the Good Neighbor Podcast for featuring our business.\\xa0 The Bee looks forward to serving Bonita Springs and the surrounding communities this year and for the next 20 years!\\xa0

To learn more about Bonita Bee Airport Express go to: BonitaBee.com
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Bonita Bee Airport Express
8841 W. Terry St.
Bonita Springs, FL 34135
(239) 948-5001

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