Final Destination?
 

I'm just starting to make reservations. People seem to be going every-which-way. Where should I come to and when? I'm probably going to make a lengthy trip of it and take the train. So what city are we actually going to?

Right now, it looks like the Meet 'n Greet is going to be in Boston on the 23rd, then everyone should be in Waterford by the afternoon, and we'll spend the 24th in New London. Then, it's back to Waterford for the night, and off to Fall River, MA on the morning of the 25th. We haven't managed to secure a sleepover at Battleship Cove, so we'll either be headed to August's house or Waterford later that day. Off to Boston on the 26th, and return flights later in the day. August has offered to accommodate anyone traveling by car or train at his house on the 26th/27th.

I think that's the idea for now.

That pretty much sums it up except for a couple small details.

The "meet and greet" is at my place Thursday for anyone coming in through Logan airport Boston. As soon as everyone is collected we'll be heading down to Waterford Ct. where the official "meet and greet" will be held.

Those like Niki who are coming in early can go straight to Waterford and check in. Ditto for the Ct residents like Bill and Subnuts.

If you're coming by train you have a choice Steve. Since you'll be coming from NYC you can either get off the train in Connecticut and go straight from there to the motel, or, you can get off the same train a few stops further up in Providence RI where I can meet you at the station and bring you to my house.

I just got my flight out there, I'll be flying in on August 26th. :D

Ah Sledge you scared me, I saw 26 and immediately thought Sept 26th!

my work is done here. :smug:

Good to see I'm keeping people on their toes

Thanks for the info, guys. I'm still torn between the train and the bus, which is half the price. Neither goes to Waterford, but both go to Boston (obviously) and to Providence.

If I take the train to Connecticut what is the closest major city to Waterford?

New London would be your best choice.

I'm planning on driving up from Washington DC and will need details on exactly when & where to rendezvous, so that I can plan accordingly.

:ahoy:

Sure Bill.

The when is the 23rd of Sept anytime after check in
The where: http://www.campviewmotorcourt.com/

Neal is making reservations for the 23rd and 24th. If a lot more people indicate that they're coming we'll probably extend that stay to the 25th.

However

If the group remains at or near it's present numbers then on the 25th after visiting the Battleship Cove in Fall River Mass we'll be staying at my house in nearby Rehoboth and head up to Boston the next morning.

I've got my schedule whittled down to two choices: I'll be taking the bus, and can go either to Boston, which arrives at about 0800 the 23rd, or to New London which arrives about 0845.

The funny part is that there's a bus that goes directly to Logan airport, but it costs twice as much, which defeats the whole purpose of taking the bus.
:rotfl2:

From the Boston bus station I'm sure I can make my way to the airport, so no one has to make a special trip. New London is slightly better for my return trip timewise, but only slightly.

So I'll choose whichever is more convenient at your end.

Well the main Bus terminal (700 Atlantic Avenue right?) just happens to be at South Station, which is where you catch the commuter train to South Attleboro which is right down the road from my place. Here's the schedule:

http://www.mbta.com/schedules_and_ma...Redisplay+Time

On the other hand, since other folks will be showing up at the airport at various times throughout the day maybe it would be better if I took the train up to Boston and meet you when you get off the bus. We could then stash your luggage in a locker then go to the airport together to meet the others when they come in.

We probably would have some time to see the local Boston sites while we're waiting. Waddya think?

I'll be at the South Attleboro station around 2. August I will probably call you first, and if you're unavailable ivank has offered transportation to me.

You're coming in through Boston? Check out my last post above. We can probably meet you at the airport.

Well, the deed is done. I'll arrive at the Boston bus terminal on the 23rd at 0805. If for some reason you can't meet me I'm sure I can find my way to the airport. :sunny: