Anyone Going to Wave 2 From Philly Area?

jbachen · Mar 14, 2008

I am trying to figure out a way to go to Conference economically, and was thinking maybe I could drive. I think it is about 12 hours from me. It would cost about the same to drive as it would to fly, unless I get someone to split expenses with... My recruiter is not sure if she is going yet, so I figured I would ask on here... anyone traveling to conference from South Jersey/Philly area and want to split gas costs? Or does anyone want to jump in along the way?

Thanks!

vwpamperedchef · Mar 14, 2008

I am from the shore, but leaving from Baltimore because I have a wedding the night before.

Check out CheapTickets: Cheap Flights, Event Tickets, Hotels, Rental Cars, Vacations, Cruises, Concert Tickets, Sports Tickets I got a one way from Baltimore to Chicago for $106. You'd save the gas if you flew...unless flying is a problem for you!

HTH

finley1991 · Mar 14, 2008

If choosing to drive, be sure to factor in the cost of parking... it's VERY expensive to park overnight in Chicago. We paid $55 a night a few years ago. So you'll need to factor in at least $150 for parking when comparing... good luck!

Kodeysmom · Mar 14, 2008

My upline had found awesome prices so i went looking this morning. She said $145 round trip, cheapest i found on any of the cheapo sites was $352. She said it was through southwest, went to there webiste and found one way for about $70 each way. Check out the individual airlines.

jbachen · Mar 14, 2008

OK, it looks like I can fly for between $200 and $250... No luck with the Southwest specials - none flew out of cities anywhere close to me. Gas I am figuring - 1500 mile round trip; my car gets 30 miles to the gallon, so it should take 50 gallons, at $3 a gallon, that's $150. Even plus $150 to park, $300 split between 2 or, preferably, 3 people is going to be cheaper than flying...

chefjeanine · Mar 14, 2008

Have you looked into taking the train?

pamperedbecky · Mar 14, 2008

finley1991 said:
If choosing to drive, be sure to factor in the cost of parking... it's VERY expensive to park overnight in Chicago. We paid $55 a night a few years ago. So you'll need to factor in at least $150 for parking when comparing... good luck!

That's a very good point...parking fees are horrendous, especially right at the hotels. I know some people have found lots that are close to the hotel that are cheaper. This year I'm hoping to take the train from the suburbs so we don't have to worry about parking. I took a train my first year, but have driven the rest just because of timing of everything and having to hook up with people to drive them there. This is my 6th conference and I can't wait!

jbachen · Mar 14, 2008

Hm, I could go Amtrak for $80... but I am wondering why a non-stop train takes 27 hours while a train with stops take 19 hours total...

pclinskie · Mar 14, 2008

Jean there is a group of us from the Philly, New Jersey area that go all the time. Who is your recruiter? maybe I know her.
Last year we left from newark tickets were $100 less than phila.
The year before ticket were $180. the cheapest ever.
From Phila is always around $200. Just have to check everyday.

lacychef · Mar 14, 2008

Kodeysmom said:
My upline had found awesome prices so i went looking this morning. She said $145 round trip, cheapest i found on any of the cheapo sites was $352. She said it was through southwest, went to there webiste and found one way for about $70 each way. Check out the individual airlines.

We always fly with Southwest:thumbup: We usually get the one way tickets; sometimes they have internet deals.

Becky0216 · Mar 22, 2008

I am from Reading. About an hour from Philly. I am assuming I am wave 2 because my conf dates are July 14th-16th. I am trying to figure out the best and cheapest way to get to conference. This will be my first one, so I am really inexperienced. So far, the cheapest non-stop flight i can find is $251

mamidu · Mar 24, 2008

Becky0216,
I am from Allentown. I too am going to conference for the first time. We are going at the same time! My director was going to look into getting tickets at a group rate. I took Amtrak to Chicago a couple of times, BUT I don't think I am going to do it for conference.

lockhartkitchen · Mar 24, 2008

Help hotel? Only two of us are going this year. We can't afford the hotels that PC has. Does anyone know of one that is within walking distance of last year's hotels that is affordable, so we can still take the shuttles to McCormick?

lacychef · Mar 25, 2008

There's also a hotel attached to McCormick; someone here posted that they stayed there last year & it wasn't bad in price.

Becky0216 · Mar 25, 2008

mamidu,
Where about in allentown are you from? I just moved here from Allentown. I would love to have some people to meet while I am out there so I don't feel so alone. Our cluster is also trying to do group rates, but I don't really know them either.

ChefBeckyD · Mar 25, 2008

lockhartkitchen said:
Help hotel? Only two of us are going this year. We can't afford the hotels that PC has. Does anyone know of one that is within walking distance of last year's hotels that is affordable, so we can still take the shuttles to McCormick?

You can find a couple other people to share your room - that would make it more affordable. On here, people will start looking for open spaces any time now!

mamidu · Mar 25, 2008

Becky0216 said:
mamidu,
Where about in allentown are you from? I just moved here from Allentown. I would love to have some people to meet while I am out there so I don't feel so alone. Our cluster is also trying to do group rates, but I don't really know them either.

Becky0216,
I live on the east side of Allentown. Who's cluster are you in? I just got an e-mail from my director today and she has already made her reservations. And she encourages us to reserve EARLY and to share rooms because of the price. I don't really know anyone in my cluster so I am hoping I can find someone to share a room with.

Becky0216 · Mar 25, 2008

I am in a cluster from Philly area, so not so close to you. My director already got reservations also. She is waiting for cheaper air still though. I used to live off Emmaus Ave. in Allentown, how far are you from there?
I will be looking to room with someone too, but have to make my final decision to go first.

mamidu · Mar 25, 2008

Becky0216 said:
I am in a cluster from Philly area, so not so close to you. My director already got reservations also. She is waiting for cheaper air still though. I used to live off Emmaus Ave. in Allentown, how far are you from there?
I will be looking to room with someone too, but have to make my final decision to go first.

Wow! Where at off Emmaus Ave? I used to live over there! Almost right on South Mountain, right behind the Turkey Hill. I now live almost in Bethlehem. I have been looking at flights out of Philly for myself.

I am not sure yet where I am going to fly out of, I guess where ever I can get the cheapest tickets.
I am excited to go to conference. But since it is my first time I'm kind of not sure where to start with making reservations, how to get around, etc.

Becky0216 · Mar 25, 2008

I am right there with ya. I used to live up the hill from Turkey hill. In the town hoses up there. So real close to where you were. Looks light Philly will be the cheapest flight for me. So far like 250 bucks. I am hoping that goes down a bit.
How long ago did you live there? Do you have kids?

mamidu · Mar 25, 2008

Becky0216 said:
I am right there with ya. I used to live up the hill from Turkey hill. In the town hoses up there. So real close to where you were. Looks light Philly will be the cheapest flight for me. So far like 250 bucks. I am hoping that goes down a bit.
How long ago did you live there? Do you have kids?

Oh, it's been since 1994! My parents bought a townhouse on Huron St. I graduated from Allen HS, moved into the apartments right behind Turkey Hill for about 3 yrs and my now DH and I bought this house on the east side. And once again I am wanting to move. DH isn't too thrilled with the idea!

I found tickets for $226.00 out of Philly!

Becky0216 · Mar 25, 2008

Wow, I just sold my house on Huron St. Thats crazy. I wonder if I knew your parents. I was at 2864

Becky0216 · Mar 25, 2008

226, flying into where?

mamidu · Mar 25, 2008

Becky0216 said:
226, flying into where?

Flying into O'Hare!
My DH said hopefully an airport and no buildings!
I'm the only one in my family who is NOT afraid to fly!

We lived at the end of the circle. There is a funny story about the house my parents lived in. When I met my DH, I showed his family where my family lived. Because his grandfather once lived on Huron St. Come to find out, it was the same house! Small world!

Becky0216 · Mar 25, 2008

wow, thats crazy. We just sold our house there in Sept. It was a pretty quiet cul-de-sac though. I am sure I saw your parents a few times then.

mamidu · Mar 25, 2008

Well, let me know if you decide to go to conference!

Becky0216 · Mar 26, 2008

I will let you know. I figure I will make up my mind this weekend. See how my show goes. If it goes well, then its worth it, but if not, I have to decide if PC will work for me. I love PC but If I don't start getting bookings from shows, I will be dead in the water.
So expect to hear from me soon

mamidu · Mar 26, 2008

How long have you been doing PC? I started in January and have already run into problems getting shows. I did a Home Expo and got leads from that, but that hasn't gone very well either, but I am going to keep trying. Of course, on the other hand, I haven't done too much with my business in the past 2 weeks. Between my kids, school, dance, storm damage, etc. I am setting more time aside now for me to spend time with my business. I want to go to conference to get more ideas and give me more motivation!

cathyskitchen · Mar 26, 2008

Work your business every day, ladies! Otherwise, you won't have a business to come back to! Someone wise told me that WAY back, and it's SO true!Sorry, I'm from PA but I'm in Wave 3 - my ED is from MI. Who is your ED?

mamidu · Mar 26, 2008

I know that need to work my business everyday! I DO wear my PC sweatshirt everywhere I go and carry my catalog tote. I get more, I know someone who sells PC more than anything!
It's bad when my DH even says something about me not spending much time on PC. He will regret that remark now! I have spent more time on my business this past week.
As far as my ED. I am not sure who it is. I was told at our last cluster meeting that we were wave 2.

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