Our private hourly chauffeur carries your group from Coral Gables to Miami Heat vs. LA Clippers on Friday, December 18, 2026, in a Black SUV XL at a flat rate from $100 per hour, with a 5-hour minimum. Tip-off is 7:00 PM, and one bilingual driver stays with you from any address in Coral Gables through dinner, the game, and the ride home.
Your price is a flat hourly rate for the whole vehicle, set by group size and the tier you choose:
Every booking runs for at least five hours, which usually covers a Coral Gables pickup, dinner, the full game, and the ride home. The rate belongs to the vehicle rather than to each passenger, so a packed Sprinter spreads the cost across the whole crew while a couple can keep the SUV to themselves. Choose the tier that matches your headcount and the tone of the night: a polished Platinum SUV for a date or an evening with clients, or a Sprinter to keep a big group of friends together in one cabin.
Fuel, tolls, and parking are all built into your hourly rate.
That means no Downtown garage ticket and no toll math on the way back to Coral Gables. The car also carries onboard WiFi through a mobile hotspot. One brief comfort stop, whether a restroom break, a snack, or a swift stretch, is easy mid-booking. Just ask the driver; it never touches the rate. There is room for what fans actually bring, like signs, merch, or a change of clothes for dinner, so tell us in advance if you’re bringing something big. Pets are not accepted; certified service animals are welcome with advance notice. The one add-on to plan for on a game night is the night surcharge, covered further down.
Booking by the hour puts a car and chauffeur on your schedule for the evening.
Start by choosing the vehicle that fits your group, then map out the night you desire: dinner first, the game, maybe a nightcap. The driver can pick up at any Miami address, including a hotel, a home, Miami International Airport, or a PortMiami cruise terminal if you step off a ship that day and desire to head straight to the game. The exact pickup spot is agreed at booking. From there, the evening follows your lead. Reorder the stops, linger over dessert, or add a detour, and the plan simply bends around you. The block of hours you reserve is the floor, not the ceiling. Once the first five hours are used, every additional hour is simply added at the same flat per-hour rate for your vehicle, with no renegotiated fare. Those hours are settled after the night wraps up, so you can keep the car as long as you need.
Yes. Once the day and time are agreed for a ride within the next 24 hours, your slot is locked in and held just for you, with a driver and vehicle already set aside. On that short notice we can’t guarantee a date change or a refund, so the booking runs as agreed. You are always welcome to add more hours on the day.
The night fee depends only on the pickup time: for pickups between 6:00 PM and 7:00 AM the SUV adds $50 (vans +10% of the hourly total), once per booking. For those after-hours trips, the surcharge depends on the vehicle:
For the SUV it is one fixed amount per trip, not per hour, so it stays the same whether you head home right after the buzzer or linger Downtown. For a Sprinter it is a percentage of the trip value, so it scales with the booking. Either way, it’s spelled out before you confirm and sits alongside the flat hourly rate rather than replacing it. Your chauffeur never adds anything on the spot.
Payment is kept simple:
Miami Heat vs. LA Clippers tips off Friday, December 18, 2026, at 7:00 PM.
It’s a regular-season NBA matchup at Kaseya Center, the Heat’s home arena on the Biscayne Bay waterfront in Downtown Miami. The game falls on a Friday in the middle of the holiday season, so the home crowd is joined by visitors and snowbirds in town for December. Expect the full Miami game-night mix: friends making a night of it, couples on a date, clients in the premium seats, and Spanish heard in every section of the building. This crowd rarely treats the game as a swift in-and-out. The night is dinner first, then the whole game, and frequently a drink after, which is exactly the kind of evening an hourly chauffeur is built for. A bilingual driver keeps the plan moving in English or Spanish, so everyone in the group, from relatives visiting for the holidays to out-of-town friends, feels looked after.
A chauffeur takes the parking and traffic puzzle off your plate on a Downtown game night.
Driving yourself from Coral Gables means timing the Friday rush, hunting for a garage near the arena, and walking the rest of the way with the crowd. After the game, that same garage empties all at once, and getting out can take a while as everyone pulls away together. Someone in the group also has to skip the drinks and stay sharp behind the wheel. With a chauffeur, nobody in the group drives, nobody watches the clock on a meter, and nobody spends the end of the night searching for the car on a dark garage level. That matters even more on a holiday-season Friday, when visitors crowd Downtown and Brickell streets on top of game traffic. It also lets the evening stretch from dinner in Coral Gables to the game to a stop on the way home, without anyone moving a car between each place.
Your chauffeur drives from Coral Gables into Downtown by the quickest route traffic allows.
The usual path runs north on US-1 (South Dixie Highway) to I-95, exiting toward Downtown and Biscayne Boulevard. When the highway backs up, the driver can switch to surface streets such as Coral Way, or SW 8th Street through Little Havana. On a Friday evening in December the drive typically takes noticeably longer than on a quiet weeknight, because commuters and arriving fans share the same roads. Permit a generous cushion and let the car carry the worry. The goal is to reach the arena with time to spare before the 7:00 PM tip-off, enough to clear security, grab food, and catch warm-ups. The private car pays off most after the game: no garage queue and no hunting for a ride, just your own vehicle nearby for the trip back to Coral Gables.
The chauffeur drops your group as close to the arena entrance as access allows, usually along Biscayne Boulevard beside Bayside Marketplace. Traffic control around the building shifts as the crowd builds on game nights. The driver picks the cleanest approach in the moment and agrees on a meeting point with you for later.
Yes. Your hourly booking keeps the same chauffeur and vehicle reserved for your group through the whole game, parked nearby rather than circling the block. When the final buzzer sounds, send a WhatsApp message and the driver meets you at the agreed point, ready for the ride home or one more stop on the way.
Miracle Mile is the classic Coral Gables stretch for a pre-game dinner or meeting.
The restaurant row along Miracle Mile and the surrounding downtown Coral Gables blocks offers a wide range of sit-down restaurants and bars, and plenty of local groups gather there before heading into the city. For something more polished, the historic Biltmore Hotel is a memorable spot for a drink or an early dinner in grand surroundings. Groups who like to mix dinner with a little shopping frequently start at The Shops at Merrick Park. Wherever you choose, the driver drops you at the door, stays close while you eat, and has the car ready once the check is settled. Reserve your own table ahead of time, since a holiday-season Friday is a popular night to eat out. The chauffeur handles getting you there and on to the game.
Yes. Little Havana sits between Coral Gables and Downtown, so a stop along SW 8th Street for Cuban coffee, pastries, or a quick look at Domino Park fits naturally into the drive. Mention it when you book or from the back seat, and the chauffeur pulls over, waits while you enjoy it, and continues toward the game.
Bayside Marketplace sits beside the arena, so a post-game drink is only steps away.
The waterfront shops, bars, and live-music spots there stay lively after a game, and the bay views make a good backdrop for group photos. If the celebration calls for more, Brickell is a swift hop south, with rooftop lounges and late kitchens that suit a Friday night. Wynwood works for groups who desire murals, craft beer, and a later crowd. Or keep it simple and head straight back to Coral Gables, where the car rolls up to your hotel lobby or front door. The chauffeur picks you up wherever the evening winds down, so nobody is left looking for a ride on a crowded Downtown curb late at night. Tell the driver your plan at drop-off, and they can suggest a route that fits the time left on your booking.
Four private tiers cover every group size, from a couple to a full crew of friends:
Every vehicle comes with our chauffeur; nothing is rented out for you to drive yourself. Count everyone riding, including anyone you’re collecting along the way, so the whole group fits in one vehicle from the first pickup. If your headcount changes before game day, tell us on WhatsApp and we’ll check which tier fits best.
It is when the arrival matters. The Platinum SUV has a higher-end cabin and makes a more polished arrival Downtown, which suits an anniversary, a special date, or hosting clients in the premium seats. For a larger group of friends, a Sprinter keeps everyone together. If the goal is to impress someone, the Platinum tier sets the tone.
A car reserved only for your group makes game night a better experience.
You get a premium service built around one crew: a clean premium vehicle, a bilingual chauffeur who speaks your group’s language, and a plan that follows your timing. Your flat hourly rate is locked at booking, with no surge and no change for traffic, weather, or a packed holiday Friday. The same driver stays with you for the whole block and waits through the game, so the person who drops you off is the person who brings you home. You also get direct WhatsApp contact before the day and during it, for swift answers and easy coordination. The small details add up: the car ready at your Coral Gables door, a cool cabin on a warm December evening, and a driver who already knows where to meet you after the buzzer. That is what better service looks like on a big night out.
Yes, you can reserve a private chauffeur from Coral Gables for the December 18 game.
Send us a WhatsApp message with your group size, a rough start time, and the stops on your wish list, such as a dinner spot on Miracle Mile, the arena, and anywhere you’d like to go after. We reply with the right vehicle tier, confirm the pickup point, and send the payment details so your date is held. A Friday night in the holiday season is a popular time for Miami events, so reaching out early gives you the widest choice of vehicles and start times. If your plans are still taking shape, book the block you know you need, since it can grow on the night itself. The questions below cover what Coral Gables riders ask most before a Heat game.
Leave well ahead of the evening rush for a 7:00 PM tip-off. Many groups start their booking in the late afternoon, have dinner in Coral Gables, and then head Downtown with a comfortable cushion, since Friday traffic and arriving fans typically slow the final stretch. Your driver can suggest a departure time when you confirm.
Anywhere you choose in Coral Gables: a hotel lobby such as the Biltmore, a home on a quiet residential street, an office on Miracle Mile, or the restaurant where your group is finishing lunch. The exact spot is agreed when you book, and the chauffeur arrives there ready to load up and go.
Yes. Extra pickups are simply stops on your route. The chauffeur can start in Coral Gables, swing through Coconut Grove or Brickell for the rest of the group, and continue Downtown. Share every pickup point when you book so the driver can plan the order and keep the evening on schedule.
Yes, in the form of a private van reserved only for your group. A Mercedes-Benz Sprinter picks everyone up in Coral Gables, takes the group to the game, and brings the same group home. There are no strangers, no fixed timetable, and no other fans’ stops along the way. For smaller parties, an SUV does the same job.
The hourly service stays local and on call around the city: Miami, Miami Beach, Downtown Miami, Brickell, Coral Gables, Doral, Coconut Grove, Key Biscayne, Wynwood, Little Havana, the Miami International Airport area, and nearby areas up toward Fort Lauderdale. Longer runs out to Naples, Orlando, or West Palm Beach aren’t part of this unhurried, around-town service.
Reserving one premium service by the hour is a different thing from opening an app every time you move. You hold a single vehicle and a single bilingual chauffeur for the whole block, the price is fixed before you start, and the car simply waits while you eat, shop, or take photos — no re-requesting, no surge, no stranger learning where you are headed each time.
| By the hour with us | App rides (Uber / Lyft) |
|---|---|
| One flat hourly rate, locked before you start | A fresh fare every ride, surging 1.5×–4× at peak |
| The same vehicle and driver stay with you all day | A different car and a stranger at every pickup |
| Your driver waits between each stop — nothing to re-book | Re-request and wait at the curb after each stop |
| A vetted, professional bilingual chauffeur | Whoever happens to accept the ping |
Across a full day of stops, one reserved chauffeur usually lands below a string of Uber Black or Lyft Lux surges — and it stays a calmer, more premium service from the first pickup to the last drop-off.
Uber, Uber Black, Lyft, and Lyft Lux are trademarks of their respective owners. We are not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by them. Comparison reflects publicly available pricing as of 2026.
Ready for Heat vs. Clippers on December 18? Send us your group size, your pickup spot in Coral Gables, and the stops you have in mind on WhatsApp, and we’ll confirm your vehicle and lock in your evening.
Email: [email protected] | Phone/WhatsApp: +1 (786) 682-8748
We recommend booking at least 24 hours in advance, and online bookings need at least 12 hours’ notice. For holidays and busier weekends, please book ahead to ensure better availability.
Yes, we accept bookings from anywhere in the world. We accept international payments and keep travelers updated via WhatsApp and email.
No. We only work with reservations made in advance: online bookings need at least 12 hours’ notice. For anything sooner, message us on WhatsApp and we will check availability — same-day service is subject to availability and is not guaranteed.
You pay the full fare when you book, by card or Apple Pay through the secure checkout on the site, or a Stripe payment link we send on WhatsApp. The same applies to every pickup area and to hourly chauffeur bookings.
No. The full fare is paid in advance by card or Apple Pay, through the secure checkout on the site or a Stripe payment link we send on WhatsApp; online payments carry a 4% processing fee.
No. In addition to the airport, we also serve hotels, ports, train stations, restaurants, and private addresses.
We work with a black SUV for up to 5 passengers, a van for 6 to 9 passengers and a larger van for 10 to 14.
Yes. We serve weddings, corporate conferences, VIP events, and other special occasions — as a direct ride to the venue, or with the chauffeur staying with you for the whole celebration on our hourly service (5-hour minimum). Contact us with the date, head count and schedule and we will set it up.
Some vehicles in our fleet are equipped with Wi-Fi and USB ports. Let us know in advance if this is essential, and we’ll book a vehicle that meets your needs.
No. We only work with private transfers. The vehicle is reserved exclusively for you and your party, with no shared seating.
No problem. We track your flight in real time and adjust the pickup time when needed, at no extra charge.
Send us the updated information as soon as possible, and we’ll adjust your booking while monitoring the new flight status.
We primarily work with curbside pickup. Just send a message with your exit gate and the driver will arrive in a few minutes — usually faster than the traditional sign-holding service.
If you prefer the driver to wait inside the terminal with a sign bearing your name, add the Meet & Greet for US$ 40 when you book — available for airport pickups only.
The day before your trip, we’ll send you a message with the driver’s name, vehicle model, and license plate, along with detailed instructions for curbside pickup.
Don’t worry. We’ll send you a message as soon as your flight lands. If we don’t receive a quick reply, the driver will automatically head to the international arrivals hall. Wait there and we’ll find you.
For domestic flights, we offer up to 60 minutes of wait time after arrival.
For international flights, the courtesy time is up to 120 minutes.
For hotel pickups, there’s a 15-minute grace period.
For port pickups, we wait up to 60 minutes past the agreed time.
Two hours is the free wait for international flights. When your free waiting time ends, extra waiting is not automatic: your driver may text you an offer to keep waiting, but is not required to. If the offer is sent, the driver waits up to 10 minutes for your reply; if you don’t accept in that time, the driver may leave. If no offer is sent, the driver may leave once your free waiting time is over.
Yes. Our drivers help load and unload your bags.
The standard allowance includes one large suitcase and one carry-on per person.
Traveling with larger or additional items — extra suitcases, musical instruments, mobility equipment, or strollers? Contact us in advance so we can arrange the necessary space. An additional fee may apply.
We’re sorry — pets are not accepted on any of our services. Certified service animals are welcome: please tell us in advance and we’ll assign a van for the ride.
We ask that you don’t eat during the trip. Only water in sealed bottles is allowed on board.
With by-the-hour service, stops are included: the vehicle is yours for the hours you book.
Yes. The pickup time and other details (an extra passenger) can be changed until 24 hours before the ride, depending on availability. Within 24 hours of the ride there are no changes and no refunds — message us on WhatsApp and we’ll see what we can do. The travel date itself is fixed once booked.
No hidden fees: the quoted price includes the driver, fuel and tolls. Only optional extras add to it — the night-hours fee shown in your quote before you book, the optional Meet & Greet at Miami International Airport and the 4% processing fee on card payments made through the payment link. Driver gratuity is optional and at your discretion; it’s always welcome.
You get a full refund if you cancel more than 24 hours before your scheduled pickup. Within 24 hours of the ride, the booking is non-refundable.
Note: any refund claim — including a driver no-show or another service issue — must reach us within 30 days of your scheduled pickup. Requests made more than a month after the ride date are no longer eligible for review or refund.
Smooth ride: ideal for traveling with little ones, even helped with the stroller, honest pricing, no surprises at the end.
Made our trip easier. first time booking like this, would do it again, what’s more wifi worked, kids stayed busy on the way.
Worth every cent, felt safe the whole way.
Recommend. Quiet ride. Smooth ride.
Cumplieron al 100%. precios transparentes desde la reserva.