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After very careful consideration, we have chosen
to operate Van Hool Motorcoaches for their
superior ride and quiet passenger cabin.
These European style coaches are built in
Belgium and sold exclusively in the U.S. by
ABC Bus Companies,
headquartered in Fairbault, MN.
Van Hools have proven to be easy to maintain, and
economical to operate, thus ensuring a reliable
trip at a moderate cost.
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All
of the following comes standard on all
Windstar Lines Van Hools: |
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Large, panoramic windows |
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Deluxe, fully upholstered, reclining seats with
armrests |
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DVD with 3-5 monitors |
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On-board restroom with hand sanitizer |
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PA
system |
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Qualcomm's
Omnitrax satellite communication system |
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DriveCam
Video event recorder and driver feedback system |
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Full climate control |
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AM/FM Radio Cassette or CD player |
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Tour guide seat |
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Fully carpeted entryway |
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Light & air controls above each seat |
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Footrests |
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Window shades & decorative curtains |
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Overhead storage area and large underneath
storage |
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Card Tables available (advance notice with small
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Windstar
Lines installs DriveCam Video Event Recorders in all
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Our mission statement identifies our
commitment to you.
“SAFETY
and SERVICE are our BRIGHTEST STARS”
Some companies
advertise safety as a priority. At Windstar Lines,
safety is our top priority. In an effort to take safety
to the next level, we have installed DriveCam video
event data recorders in all 27 of our motorcoaches.
The DriveCam system identifies high-risk driving habits
and reduces the frequency and severity of accidents and
collisions. It
is
a highly commended training tool aimed for helping
drivers handle vehicles in the safest manner possible.
When a vehicle is driven in an unsafe manner, such as
swerving or hard braking, the DriveCam event recorder
captures a video of what the driver sees and hears. Our
HindSight 20/20 software automates the process of
downloading these video events to our server, where
management views, analyzes and tracks driving
performance. The system is set at the most sensitive
setting so your driver will give you the safest and
smoothest ride possible.
This system is the best available for our industry to be
proactive about safety. By taking this proactive
approach to safety, a company can save money on
insurance premiums, and thus provide better service at
competitive rates to the customers.
Windstar Lines is Iowa’s premier motorcoach operator. We
continue to set the bar in the areas of safety, service,
equipment, and technology. Operating from three
strategic locations across the State of Iowa, Windstar
Lines is poised to be a competitive force in Iowa for
years to come.
Contact Windstar Lines for all your motorcoach needs at
888-494-6378 or send email requests to
info@gowindstar.com.
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Windstar's
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One of the reasons for our company’s success has been
the high caliber of drivers we have been able to hire
and retain.
Many factors come in to play when deciding whether or
not to hire a potential driver candidate.
Besides
having a clean driving record and being able to safely
operate a motorcoach, qualities that must be present
are:
responsible, safety minded, friendly, and accommodating.
A driver can be trained on most of what it takes
to operate a motorcoach, but without those core
personality traits, a driver can just keep on looking.

Many of our drivers are semi-retired individuals who
have a passion for travel and being around people.
Our drivers are former school teachers and
principals, retired bankers, farmers and firefighters,
and we even have drivers who formerly and currently have
been the Mayor of their small Iowa hometown. Our drivers are your neighbors, people you trust and respect.
There is not enough we can say about the
character of our drivers.
If you are someone or know someone who possesses these
qualities and is interested in driving for us part time,
give us a call or email and we will be happy to mail you
an application.
We are currently looking for drivers at all of our locations.
If you live within an acceptable driving distance
to one of these cities, please contact us. info@gowindstar.com
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