Guest Services at Casa de las Flores Bed and Breakfast in Tlaquepaque, MexicoPersonal Shopper, Guide, and Local Factory ExpertOur "first-call" driver at Casa de las Flores is Luis. He is an expert guide and driver. If you are furnishing your home, or an exporter looking for factories and products, Luis is an invaluable resource. He speaks English, and has saved guests time and money by finding just what they are looking for at the best price. His van seats 7 and has air conditioning. For in and around the metropolitan area, Luis charges $US 20.00 an hour for 2 guests. As the number of guests goes up he charges a little more. For further afield (Chapala, Tequila and within that general range) Luis charges $US 25.00 an hour for 2 guests with a minimum of 4 hours service. If you need less than 4 hours the rate can be arranged with Luis. Shopping Advice From Your Host at Casa de las FloresLuis has assisted thousands of guests over the many years to purchase things for their homes here and abroad - even folk art purchases at artists' studios. As a guide and driver his help has successfully saved guests thousands of U.S. dollars. He can direct you to a master craftsman who has made some custom-made furniture to make your dream house just perfect, or to a wonderful one-of-a-kind piece of art to be the jewel in the crown of your special retreat. Folk Art ToursOver the years that we collectors and folk art enthusiasts have been searching the studios of fantastic local folk artists, we have become friends and compadres of many of the artists. One of the many special things we can offer are tours of local folk artists' homes and studios. It is a fantastic way to meet wonderful artists, see some great art, enjoy the company of delightful people, and most importantly have entry into peoples homes and lives that you as a visitor would not normally have a chance to see. It allows you to experience another side of Mexico that would otherwise be hidden from you as a traveler. Translator ServiceOur driver Luis speaks English pretty well. But if you need better language skills, or if Luis is busy and you would like someone to accompany you as a personal translator (transportation not included), the cost is: $US 15 an hour for personal translation and $US 20 an hour for business translation, for a minimum of 4 hours. Special Services and EventsWith advanced notice we would be glad to help organize almost anything you might be interested in. We have held weddings on the property, barbecues, special meals, cocktails, birthdays, musical events, tequila tastings, Mexican wine tastings, and cooking classes. Or any other special event that you might like us to organize. Some of these services such as weddings or other large events if held on the property might have conditions such as renting all of our rooms for a minimum stay. |