Wmcmanus Posted November 6, 2010 Report Share Posted November 6, 2010 Awesome Gene. I had thought of that hotel but didn't know much about it. Nearly the only hotel on that block that I haven't been around, but that's because they don't have a bar. It's a very new property so not sketchy like the Hilton next door. And of course, walkable to Cigar City. I'm trying to remember which hotel I went to (on that block) to watch the Final Four last year. We were over at that warehouse-looking bar nearby, where they brew their own beer. I forget the name of the place. I boogied early so I could catch the championship game because there was no friggin' TV anywhere. Anyway, I thought it was the Marriott but maybe I went to the Hilton. It was a nice hotel, very modern, with a small open bar area. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shellylh Posted November 6, 2010 Report Share Posted November 6, 2010 Nate: Sad that you cannot make it. Let's hope that you have better luck with Mayberry II. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
morphsci Posted November 6, 2010 Report Share Posted November 6, 2010 Same here Nate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
agile_one Posted November 6, 2010 Author Report Share Posted November 6, 2010 There going to be anything going on Monday the 13th? Trying to figure out when to fly out. Not a thing planned for Monday, Todd. You would be on your own. A few should be around, and you can probably cook something up. Lots to see and do in the area, so if you wanted to stay, there will be plenty to keep you busy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cetoole Posted November 6, 2010 Report Share Posted November 6, 2010 There going to be anything going on Monday the 13th? Trying to figure out when to fly out. Yeah, I am curious about this too. Jet Blue has some decent prices, but only an afternoon flight on Friday and around 6pm on Monday from EWR-TPA. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Voltron Posted November 6, 2010 Report Share Posted November 6, 2010 Nate: Sad that you cannot make it. Let's hope that you have better luck with Mayberry II. ^This. The bad news-good news nature of your post has a silver lining that I like, and I think we can make up for lost time in Mayberry. Plus, the Millett will be there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
agile_one Posted November 6, 2010 Author Report Share Posted November 6, 2010 Nate: Sad that you cannot make it. Let's hope that you have better luck with Mayberry II. ^This. The bad news-good news nature of your post has a silver lining that I like, and I think we can make up for lost time in Mayberry. Plus, the Millett will be there. Me also sad you can't make Tampa, Nate, but as Shelly, Jim, and Al have mentioned, the Mayberry silver lining part is win. Yeah, I am curious about this too. Jet Blue has some decent prices, but only an afternoon flight on Friday and around 6pm on Monday from EWR-TPA. hmmmmm ... if enough peeps are hanging around through Monday your meetmeister will be obligated to serve up some activity. So, if a Monday return is the only option, go for it, and we will keep you entertained. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MexicanDragon Posted November 7, 2010 Report Share Posted November 7, 2010 OK, so, buying tickets. It's gone up like, 40$, but whatever. Quick question... someone can give me a ride, right? I think it's like, 30 minutes, but I'm just wanting to check. I'm coming in to PIE instead of TPA (saves 120$ or so). Well, screw it, I'll just buy and we'll see. **BRENT** Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fitz Posted November 7, 2010 Report Share Posted November 7, 2010 Yeah, I am curious about this too. Jet Blue has some decent prices, but only an afternoon flight on Friday and around 6pm on Monday from EWR-TPA. I'm planning on flying back monday, I could easily make it a later flight if there's still gonna be some people around most of the day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MexicanDragon Posted November 7, 2010 Report Share Posted November 7, 2010 1A Fri, Dec 10 805 CHATTANOOGA,TN (CHA) 10:15 am ST PETE/CLEARWATER ,FL (PIE) 11:45 am 2A Mon, Dec 13 804 ST PETE/CLEARWATER ,FL (PIE) 08:00 am CHATTANOOGA,TN (CHA) 09:35 am # Passengers Seat Flight 805 Seat Flight 804 Checked Bags 1 LAWSON, BRENT Unassigned Unassigned 0 **BRENT** Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nikongod Posted November 7, 2010 Report Share Posted November 7, 2010 I bought tickets a moment ago. Im flying in On jet blue Thursday, landing at ~7pm Flying out Sunday evening, take off 630PM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tkam Posted November 7, 2010 Report Share Posted November 7, 2010 flight booked, getting in on friday at 2pm, leaving monday at 4pm. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crappyjones123 Posted November 7, 2010 Report Share Posted November 7, 2010 woohoo ari and grahame getting there on thursday Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MexicanDragon Posted November 7, 2010 Report Share Posted November 7, 2010 Is it just me, or is this becoming #epic? Is there a confirmed list of attendees yet? Kinda want to see who I need to heckle to fly/drive/hitchhike out (except Nate, who we shall see soon enough. Hang in there, mate.) **BRENT** Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crappyjones123 Posted November 7, 2010 Report Share Posted November 7, 2010 mike vicki al gene matt grahame brent ari todd carl fitz colin shelly wayne (?) justin jeff dom (?) peter steve (asr) ben miguel ken alex (?) steve (dr wood) (?) raffy scott (?) above list in no particular order. just ran through the thread very quickly. ? next to names who i didnt see affirmative posts from. mods please edit as necessary. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grahame Posted November 7, 2010 Report Share Posted November 7, 2010 (edited) CJ (and Gene); Add Ken to the list of Thur->Mon Attendee's . Epic indeed. Edit: And its not too far to a Five Guys. http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=4312+W.+Boy+Scout+Boulevard,+Tampa,+FL+33607+(Residence+Inn+Tampa+Westshore%2FAirport)&daddr=Five+Guys+burgers&geocode=FfSqqgEdsO0U-yFGhLL7bpBMEilTqasSrMPCiDHbvIf-7Lpz7w%3BFYJoqgEd0AgV-yGbOosIy7H7sylT6iKLD8PCiDEF4IZTThZkwg&hl=en&mra=ls&sll=28.040471,-82.385101&sspn=0.909059,1.430969&ie=UTF8&t=h&z=15 What more could you want? Edited November 7, 2010 by Grahame Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
morphsci Posted November 7, 2010 Report Share Posted November 7, 2010 (edited) Arrive Fri. 13:24 and leave Mon. 12:20. Edited November 7, 2010 by morphsci Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guzziguy Posted November 7, 2010 Report Share Posted November 7, 2010 I get into TPA at 6:02pm on Thursday. An up to snuff Five Guys sounds great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crappyjones123 Posted November 7, 2010 Report Share Posted November 7, 2010 CJ (and Gene); Add Ken to the list of Thur->Mon Attendee's . Epic indeed. Edit: And its not too far to a Five Guys. http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=4312+W.+Boy+Scout+Boulevard,+Tampa,+FL+33607+(Residence+Inn+Tampa+Westshore%2FAirport)&daddr=Five+Guys+burgers&geocode=FfSqqgEdsO0U-yFGhLL7bpBMEilTqasSrMPCiDHbvIf-7Lpz7w%3BFYJoqgEd0AgV-yGbOosIy7H7sylT6iKLD8PCiDEF4IZTThZkwg&hl=en&mra=ls&sll=28.040471,-82.385101&sspn=0.909059,1.430969&ie=UTF8&t=h&z=15 What more could you want? Le tub Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grahame Posted November 7, 2010 Report Share Posted November 7, 2010 Le tub Been There, Done That. CJ. You offering to make a Le Tub run? Residence Inn Tampa Westshore/Airport to Le Tub - Google Maps Off you go then! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wmcmanus Posted November 7, 2010 Report Share Posted November 7, 2010 Love those big burgers at Le Tub. A bit on the wrong side of the swamp though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NightWoundsTime Posted November 7, 2010 Report Share Posted November 7, 2010 Been There, Done That. CJ. You offering to make a Le Tub run? Residence Inn Tampa Westshore/Airport to Le Tub - Google Maps Off you go then! I'll go steal Wayne's car and take it down to Le Tub's parking lot so he'll be compelled to go get us burgers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NightWoundsTime Posted November 7, 2010 Report Share Posted November 7, 2010 Edit: And its not too far to a Five Guys. Residence Inn Tampa Westshore/Airport to Five Guys Burgers & Fries - Google Maps What more could you want? Recommended options also in the area: La Teresita. 1.3 miles, but walking is a bit sketchy for the last few blocks. Open 24 hrs, with large cheap servings of basic Cuban foods. Cup of garbanzo soup and a cuban sandwich will treat you right. Lee Roy Selmons. Same parking lot as the hotel. Reasonably cheap BBQ and soul food from a soulsucking chain. There are about 10 upscale steak and seafood chains in a mile radius. My recommendation if you're staying close is Capital Grille. If you travel a few miles you can go to Bern's Steakhouse, but bring your Black cards. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VPI Posted November 7, 2010 Report Share Posted November 7, 2010 I get in at 6:30 Friday night and go out at 6:30 on Sunday night. I ate at Roy's by the hotel and Bern's plus one other steakhouse in that area when I stayed there for work a few months ago. Good selection of restaurants. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tyrion Posted November 7, 2010 Report Share Posted November 7, 2010 Some of us may want to check out Square One Burgers. I've never been but it looks like it could be good. It's about 2 miles from the hotel/ccb. Berns is great and I would love to go. It's been more than 5 years since I was last there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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