Boston Meetup Dates

Sonya · Guru

RE: Boston Meetup Dates

Corey · Guru

Sonya wrote:

Corey wrote:

I think the prices are going to be fairly similar right in town no matter what the weekend, don't you think, Sonya?

Its a pricey city pretty much year round unfortunately. I think the Res Inn idea would probably work best to make it more reasonable $$ wise.

You don't think it's too far from central? It's a pretty easy walk across the bridge to the T but it is a little outside of the main areas.

I'd like to move this to a private section before we make a final hotel selection.

The internets are a scary place, you know.

i guess it just depends whether or not people would rather save $ and be able to fit more people per room or be right in town. i'm not sure whether or not i'll just drive in and drive home since i live so close or not. although that means i have to curtail the adult beverages...hmmm...

JenM · Senior Member

I don't have cocktail squawk access so keep me in the loop please?

Corey · Guru

JenM wrote:

I don't have cocktail squawk access so keep me in the loop please?

me too:)

Sonya · Guru

I'll see if we can get a folder.

gogona · Guru

a_mastermom wrote:

Since we have moved on to hotels, are we considering the 5/13-5/15 weekend the winner? Works for me. Here is the latest tally.

And not picky about hotels either!

My birthday is on May 14th and I know that DH won't be here to celebrate it with me. This trip would definitely be a nice birthday treat for me biggrin biggrin biggrin

-- Edited by gogona on Monday 4th of October 2010 06:33:59 PM

a_mastermom · Guru

Sonya wrote:

I'll see if we can get a folder.

Love it! That means this trip is officially ON (and yes, I have watched Camp Rock 2 one too many times - it's on, it's on, it's on)!

kris · Guru

Corey wrote:

Sonya wrote:

Corey wrote:

I think the prices are going to be fairly similar right in town no matter what the weekend, don't you think, Sonya?

Its a pricey city pretty much year round unfortunately. I think the Res Inn idea would probably work best to make it more reasonable $$ wise.

You don't think it's too far from central? It's a pretty easy walk across the bridge to the T but it is a little outside of the main areas.

I'd like to move this to a private section before we make a final hotel selection.

The internets are a scary place, you know.

i guess it just depends whether or not people would rather save $ and be able to fit more people per room or be right in town. i'm not sure whether or not i'll just drive in and drive home since i live so close or not. although that means i have to curtail the adult beverages...hmmm...

numerous fishing trips = you spend the night and have fun and as many adult beverages as you want!!!

kris · Guru

a_mastermom wrote:

Sonya wrote:

I'll see if we can get a folder.

Love it! That means this trip is officially ON (and yes, I have watched Camp Rock 2 one too many times - it's on, it's on, it's on)!

I can't wait to see you!

a_mastermom · Guru

kris wrote:

a_mastermom wrote:

Sonya wrote:

I'll see if we can get a folder.

Love it! That means this trip is officially ON (and yes, I have watched Camp Rock 2 one too many times - it's on, it's on, it's on)!

I can't wait to see you!

Ditto that, chica!!

Chrissie · Guru

Sonya wrote:

Hmmm, there's a Courtyard Marriott in a great location (theatre district) that's only $199 a night for double.

my brother works for Marriott. If we stay there, I can get the friends and family rate.

mally · Senior Member

So excited to see this!! I am pretty much free whenever (at this point, at least)...

mally · Senior Member

So I'm far behind on this discussion

Whatever is fine with me...not sure if I will drive in or not.

Sonya · Guru

Where do you think we should stay, Michelle? Area-wise?

mally · Senior Member

Sonya,

I think it depends on how much everyone wants to pay, to be honest...Certain parts of the city are SOOO expensive, and that's a really good point with the graduations and prices potentially going up. The subway makes it so easy to get around that anywhere would be fine.
Personally, I love the public gardens area and , and there is so much shopping in that area. But again, depends on how much people want to pay. Copley Sq. is good too...Perhaps the people going could give a price point, and then go from there?

Found this

http://www.tripadvisor.com/LocalMaps-g60745-Boston-Area.html

it gives some price breakdowns.

-- Edited by mally on Tuesday 12th of October 2010 06:25:02 AM

Sonya · Guru

For me, price is less of an issue than convience. I know that isn't the case for everyone but I love being exactly where we want to be - walk out the door and hit shops, restaurants, etc.

I hate trying to organize cabs, subway, etc (but I'm lazy like that).

I'm totally happy either way, really.

a_mastermom · Guru

Sonya wrote:

For me, price is less of an issue than convience. I know that isn't the case for everyone but I love being exactly where we want to be - walk out the door and hit shops, restaurants, etc.

I hate trying to organize cabs, subway, etc (but I'm lazy like that).

I'm totally happy either way, really.

Sonya, I am with you on this one. Especially since we usually do 4 to a room, the cost of the room per night isn't so bad at even the more expensive hotels. I'd rather stay in a more central location.

mally · Senior Member

Well, if $$ is not an issue, I would say Boston Common/public garden area is most central, IMO. One way towards Copley, another towards Fanueil Hall, another towards Beacon Hill...and of course the subway will get you anywhere...

gogona · Guru

a_mastermom wrote:

Sonya wrote:

For me, price is less of an issue than convience. I know that isn't the case for everyone but I love being exactly where we want to be - walk out the door and hit shops, restaurants, etc.

I hate trying to organize cabs, subway, etc (but I'm lazy like that).

I'm totally happy either way, really.

Sonya, I am with you on this one. Especially since we usually do 4 to a room, the cost of the room per night isn't so bad at even the more expensive hotels. I'd rather stay in a more central location.

I agree with this one too. Plus if you add up all the subway, taxi trips, it will be the same amount of $$ in the end.