As an out-of-state visitor, I'm curious as to where others are staying, the folks who are coming for the weekend, for whom BARF isn't their home faire. Can you please post where you'll be staying, to give those of us who haven't made hotel reservations yet, some ideas?
Thanks.
Can't wait to see everyone!
I have my room booked at
TAMPA NEAR BUSCH GARDENS-USF
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites
11310 NORTH 30TH STREET
TAMPA, FL 33612
Reasonable rate, easy access to all areas I want to go and I trust "Holiday Inn" name. :D Plus, they have a good military discount. ;D
There are some areas around BARF where you probably wouldn't want to stay. I would suggest staying on Fletcher or Fowler if you can (there are some nice places on Fletcher near Morris Bridge Road that are in a "nicer," more executive area. A lot of places on Busch have turned into no-tell motels. Maybe I'm just a hotel snob, but check with a local before you book because it is a great rate. Best of luck and can't wait to see you all!
Still waiting to hear back on one more hotel, but we'll probably stay at La Quinta Tampa East Fairgrounds, 4811 US Hwy 301 N.
Thanks, Seamus! ;D
Quote from: Kate on February 19, 2010, 04:00:43 AM
There are some areas around BARF where you probably wouldn't want to stay. I would suggest staying on Fletcher or Fowler if you can (there are some nice places on Fletcher near Morris Bridge Road that are in a "nicer," more executive area. A lot of places on Busch have turned into no-tell motels. Maybe I'm just a hotel snob, but check with a local before you book because it is a great rate. Best of luck and can't wait to see you all!
UH... :-\ Please confirm! Am I booked into a "no-tell motel"?!? I looked it up, read some reviews, am paying just under a hundred a night... That should be a decent place, right...? ???
QUALITY INN TAMPA
400 E Bearss Ave, Tampa, FL, 33613
Hotel Info: 866-539-0036
Have you checked here? A lot of us are staying here
Quote from: Marietta Graziella on February 19, 2010, 09:28:41 AM
Quote from: Kate on February 19, 2010, 04:00:43 AM
There are some areas around BARF where you probably wouldn't want to stay. I would suggest staying on Fletcher or Fowler if you can (there are some nice places on Fletcher near Morris Bridge Road that are in a "nicer," more executive area. A lot of places on Busch have turned into no-tell motels. Maybe I'm just a hotel snob, but check with a local before you book because it is a great rate. Best of luck and can't wait to see you all!
UH... :-\ Please confirm! Am I booked into a "no-tell motel"?!? I looked it up, read some reviews, am paying just under a hundred a night... That should be a decent place, right...? ???
You're fine, sweetie. I'm just making sure other people are okay! :)
Quote from: PinnMcrack on February 19, 2010, 09:33:54 AM
QUALITY INN TAMPA
400 E Bearss Ave, Tampa, FL, 33613
Hotel Info: 866-539-0036
Have you checked here? A lot of us are staying here
The Buchanans will be staying at the same hotel! Huzzah!
Surf M'Crack
Clan Pet
Don't forget your paperwork or leave it unattended at any time. ::)
Oh my I feel sorry for that hotel!!!!!!
Quote from: Lady Renee Buchanan on February 19, 2010, 05:42:52 AM
Still waiting to hear back on one more hotel, but we'll probably stay at La Quinta Tampa East Fairgrounds, 4811 US Hwy 301 N.
Thanks, Seamus! ;D
Anytime....and you owe me a cider! ;D
Quote from: Seamus Ex Machina on February 21, 2010, 07:52:35 PM
Quote from: Lady Renee Buchanan on February 19, 2010, 05:42:52 AM
Still waiting to hear back on one more hotel, but we'll probably stay at La Quinta Tampa East Fairgrounds, 4811 US Hwy 301 N.
Thanks, Seamus! ;D
Anytime....and you owe me a cider! ;D
Consider it done! Lord Stephen, the carrier of the coin of the realm, will make sure to do so! ;D
Blue and the Entourage will be staying at the
BEST WESTERN ALL SUITES
3001 University Center Drive
Tampa, FL 33612-6407
I'm getting it paid for today!
So you ARE coming, blue zip code? Huzzah! ;D
Can't wait to see everyone!!!
Me, too!
I just booked lodging for Lady Mikayla and I at Hyatt Place - Busch Gardens. We LOVE that place and it's staff! ;D
Hot damn! Fantastic news! Can't wait to see you, brother! ;D
Wooohooo! YAY! YAY! YAY!
Wow! Sounds like a party. Will everyone be here for the early bird festivities on Thursday? Or just the weekend fun?
Lairde Guard'n and I, along with Lady Bee'n M'Crack will definitely be there on Thursday to celebrate St Patrick's Day. Of course, what can you expect, when you marry a leprechaun?
I'm SO excited to see you guys! Julia, around what time on the 16th will you be getting in to the area?? wanna make sure I'm home and ready!
Hey Sunshine -
Not sure yet, but we will probably leave around 5:00 or 6:00 in the morning, so probably late afternoon. Don't feel like you have to make any special arrangements for us, though. We will work around your schedule. We just appreciate you putting up with us, and we can't wait to see you!
I really can't wait! I love entertaining and hosting guests so it is MY pleasure! I am done with work at 3:15 so I will definitely be home. Any special requests (besides pink paratroopers and a Guiness truck)?
Just the pleasure of your company!
Oh, and Himself says it will probably be around 7:00, so don't let us keep you from anything.
Keep me from anything? You guys ARE my plans for the weekend! It all revolves around you guys til Sunday night!
The world may never be the same!
:o
Sounds like I may be the only one stay here: La Quinta Inn & Suites USF
3701 East Fowler Avenue, Tampa, FL 33612 (813) 910-7500 ?
I think I can walk from the hotel but I'm not sure.
I wouldn't.... just because Fowler is a very busy road filled with stupid college kids who can't drive....
LOL
...I'm more scared of the tourists who come in to go to Busch Gardens and the parents who bring their kids to check out the school than the college students themselves...most of them walk when they can.
Quote from: Jade Sapphire Emerald on March 14, 2011, 05:48:32 PM
...I'm more scared of the tourists who come in to go to Busch Gardens and the parents who bring their kids to check out the school than the college students themselves...most of them walk when they can.
USF is the biggest commuter school in the state. Having attended and been involved in accidents on Fowler because of morons kids who can't drive, I assure, you MOST of the students DON'T walk.
Dallan, Darlin' -
If you need a ride, let us know.