MACNA Pitts. Bus trip

[masterswimmer]

A group of us were discussing the possibility of arranging for a bus to chauffeur us to Pittsburgh, MACNA.

I would like to get a consensus of those willing to entertain this idea. I know it will be highly dependent upon cost. Therein lies the problem. The cost will be dependent upon the # of people willing to participate.

Let's use a figure of $150 for starters. I have no idea if this figure is accurate until we get a count.

Let the responses begin. If you're interested, please just copy/paste the following list and add your name to it.

1 - Russ (masterswimmer)

 

[cali_reef]

What would be the departing time from each end? and from where in the NY area?

 

[jhale]

Russ, I'm getting a quote from vipride.com so we have a better idea of the cost. I asked for pick up near grand central and drop off at the hotel.

 

[masterswimmer]

Thanks Jon. I knew I could count on you. I figured we'd spur some interest with the poll.

Pierce, as you can see, the details are being formulated as we type.

R

 

[Dj Orion]

what time does the festivities start? What are the details such as time, date, possible lodging if necessary?

 

[Chiefmcfuz]

When is it?

 

[grisha]

hey Russ
what do you want to include in to the price of 100 - 150 or it is just a bus round trip?

 

[masterswimmer]

what time does the festivities start? What are the details such as time, date, possible lodging if necessary?

MACNA Pittsburgh info can be found here.

Russ

 

[prattreef]

FYI, I just booked a direct flight yesterday on AA for $150 RT from Laguardia. 1:40 flight time.

 

[masterswimmer]

Thanks Randy. Good to know. Laguardia is just such a PITA airport for me :sad2:

R

 

[bad coffee]

US AIR from LGA should be around $130.

I'm interested in a ride back. I'm flying into PIT from the west coast that week.

B

 

[masterswimmer]

OK folks, we have a great offer on the table.

Our very own Josh (MR site admin) would like to help make this bus trip an event. He has very generously offered to provide:

- food
- beverages
- undisclosed, secret, coveted prize for EVERY MACNA BUS attendee!!!!

We can make this trip a 'happening' right from the start. No need to wait until we arrive in Pittsburgh for the fun to begin :party:

We've got Jon looking into the specifics of cost and logistics for pickup/dropoff.

We've got food, drink and door prizes provided by Josh.

And if I prod Jim a little , I think we might be able to get House of Fish to make the trip more profitable to those looking to catch a ride on the bus.

Come one, come all, lets get on board.......

Safety, comfort and fun all in one bus ride!!!!!

Russ

 

[tripstank]

I wanna go I wanna go I wanna go I wanna go I wanna go

 

[Chiefmcfuz]

THe plot thickens :scratchch

 

[Liz]

"Wheels on the bus go round & round..."

:lol2:all thoughout the town...:lol2:

 

[LeslieS]

Are any other girl reefers going?

 

[masterswimmer]

Are any other girl reefers going?

Liz responded to the poll that she'll go on the bus (depending on cost). So I'm assuming she's already registered for MACNA.

Come on Leslie, just do it

 

[Liz]

 

[NYreefNoob]

trip

i might be able to go. are spouse's allowed to come ? :irked:

 

[masterswimmer]

i might be able to go. are spouse's allowed to come ? :irked:

Hey Rick, that would be great. Hope you and the misses can make it. We absolutely encourage spouses. Makes our obsession more palatable to them


R