Reminder: hotels for BWE '09: Time/Date Updated

hm$ · Post by **hm$** » Wed Jan 28, 2009 3:09 am

just watch the forum for instructions at 8:00 EST on thursday

hm$

Winona Chief · Post by **Winona Chief** » Fri Jan 30, 2009 12:54 am

I'm here and waiting!

Chris Bublitz

stefan · Post by **stefan** » Fri Jan 30, 2009 1:57 am

I've been here a while, too, Chris.

stefan

JimHow · Post by **JimHow** » Fri Jan 30, 2009 2:01 am

Me too, well maybe we can do it next week.

hm$ · Post by **hm$** » Fri Jan 30, 2009 2:05 am

guys, i am sorry. i miscalendered for 8:00 CST.

hm$

stefan · Post by **stefan** » Fri Jan 30, 2009 3:20 am

Howard, will we do it tonight?

stefan

Rick · Post by **Rick** » Sat Jan 31, 2009 4:31 pm

any word on the next opportunity for a lauch window?
rick

hm$ · Post by **hm$** » Tue Feb 03, 2009 3:04 am

Reset time is Wednesday at 8:00 EST.

hm$

Tom In DC · Post by **Tom In DC** » Tue Feb 03, 2009 6:53 am

How critical will it be to be online during the window, versus a couple of hours later? And based on your advice in other years, Howard, is this still too soon to get the best deals?

Thanks,
Tom

JimHow · Post by **JimHow** » Tue Feb 03, 2009 12:29 pm

If we can get that Westin Grand in the $120 range I'm all for going for it. Will there be a different rate if we check in on Thursday as opposed to Friday?

DavidG · Post by **DavidG** » Tue Feb 03, 2009 5:55 pm

I plan to check in Thursday, check out Sunday...

JimHow · Post by **JimHow** » Tue Feb 03, 2009 5:59 pm

Me too. I'm guessing hm$ and the entourage are coming in on Friday like they usually do.

hm$ · Post by **hm$** » Tue Feb 03, 2009 6:47 pm

Alas, we will be sans entourage this year. Lisa will be my only date.

The best deals will come later, but with less to choose from because its cherry-blossom weekend, we should try to book early (i.e. this week).

The way it works is that I will book first and then post what I get and instructions on zones and prices. Everyone else can book if they want until priceline runds out of rooms. There may be 2 rooms at the hotel I get, or there may be 20. No way to know.

hm$

Winona Chief · Post by **Winona Chief** » Tue Feb 03, 2009 9:49 pm

The Cherry Blossom Festival Parade is on April 4 this year. I think that means the hotel situation will be a little tougher this time. I believe the parade and other related events were on the second weekend in April when had the convention in DC in 2007.

Checking on Hotwire the prices for April 2-5 were $119 for 4 star in Dupont Circle/Embassy Row zone, $119 for 4 star in Kennedy Center/GW University zone, $109 for 3.5 star in Georgetown zone and $79 for 3 star in White House/Capitol Hill zone.

Chris Bublitz

JimHow · Post by **JimHow** » Tue Feb 03, 2009 10:03 pm

You are correct, Chris, last time we were there on the first weekend of cherry blossom week.

alchemeus · Post by **alchemeus** » Tue Feb 03, 2009 11:37 pm

Just info.

Georgetown has no Metro stop. So if you stay in that area prepare for cab fares. Or driving. Good Luck.

Dupont Circle is a hoot.

Not sure where Charlie Palmer is. MANY decent eateries there, we've walked from DuPont to Adam's Morgan (you should try Madam's Organ if you like jazz) and it's nice. Across the bridge from there to Woodley Place Metro, Calvert-Woodley Wines is right there.

stefan · Post by **stefan** » Wed Feb 04, 2009 12:04 am

Charley Palmer Steak House is at 101 Constitution Ave NW, Alch.

stefan

JimHow · Post by **JimHow** » Wed Feb 04, 2009 12:10 am

...right near the Capitol, we had our Saturday night convention dinner there two years ago. The food and service were excellent.

DavidG · Post by **DavidG** » Wed Feb 04, 2009 12:47 am

Charlie Palmer is walking distance from Union Station.

I like the Metro, but people seemed to favor cabs over Metro last time. Perhaps because of lack of familiarity. Fares weren't too bad then.

alchemeus · Post by **alchemeus** » Wed Feb 04, 2009 1:21 am

Well heck!

If it's that close to Union Station then post Metro stops.

Far cheaper that cab fares.

hm$ · Post by **hm$** » Wed Feb 04, 2009 1:53 am

I saw the hotwire choices too. Unfortunately at this point, I don't have even a guess as to the identity of those 2 hotels.

hm$

DavidG · Post by **DavidG** » Wed Feb 04, 2009 2:31 am

??
Metro stops at Union Station. Yes, much cheaper than cabs. I would prefer a hotel near a Metro stop, but I'm not fussy.
Alch, you should join us.

JimHow · Post by **JimHow** » Wed Feb 04, 2009 2:36 am

Alch, if you come to the convention I'll pour you some 2005 Burgundy.

hm$ · Post by **hm$** » Thu Feb 05, 2009 1:01 am

anyone else here???

JimHow · Post by **JimHow** » Thu Feb 05, 2009 1:02 am

We're here, HMS.

hm$ · Post by **hm$** » Thu Feb 05, 2009 1:05 am

go to priceline, login, choose your dates (I chose 4/2 - 4/5), Washington DC (as your city), select Georetown-Foggy bottom zone ONLY. Select the 4-star hotel option only. BID $120.

I got into the westin for these dates and price a few moments ago.

hm$

JimHow · Post by **JimHow** » Thu Feb 05, 2009 1:06 am

ok let me try...

stefan · Post by **stefan** » Thu Feb 05, 2009 1:10 am

How many stars?

hm$ · Post by **hm$** » Thu Feb 05, 2009 1:12 am

4 stars only, sorry

stefan · Post by **stefan** » Thu Feb 05, 2009 1:15 am

Worked like a charm, Howard. You be da man!

Thanks,

stefan

JimHow · Post by **JimHow** » Thu Feb 05, 2009 1:17 am

I'm in!
Piece of cake.
Great job, HM$!

HOTEL BWE is the Westin Grand!

hm$ · Post by **hm$** » Thu Feb 05, 2009 1:20 am

great!

JimHow · Post by **JimHow** » Thu Feb 05, 2009 1:21 am

Be sure to click 4 stars, everyone!

Rick · Post by **Rick** » Thu Feb 05, 2009 1:26 am

I am in Thursday thru Sunday
As always thanks Howard

Now I need to decide if i am going into Dullas or BWI on Thursday afternoon because I use SWA

Rick

JimHow · Post by **JimHow** » Thu Feb 05, 2009 1:28 am

Excellent, Rick, looking forward to seeing you and Kathy!

Rick · Post by **Rick** » Thu Feb 05, 2009 1:48 am

A question for you locals

Is there a local train into DC from BWI or is it only Amtrac
is it worth even thinking about getting on train into DC Thursday afternoon or just get a cab/car

If I recall cab/car is only way from Dulles

It is $20 cheaper flight to/from BWI so flights are about a wash..............I might check National as it is certainly easier but usually more expensive

rick

Winona Chief · Post by **Winona Chief** » Thu Feb 05, 2009 2:14 am

I'm in at the Westin too. Thanks, Howard!

Chris Bublitz

JimHow · Post by **JimHow** » Thu Feb 05, 2009 2:30 am

Looking good, Chris.
I hope as many BWEers sign up ASAP, because this deal may be limited.

DavidG · Post by **DavidG** » Thu Feb 05, 2009 4:41 am

I got it too, arriving Thursday, checking out Sunday. Great work as usual Howard, thanks!

hm$ · Post by **hm$** » Thu Feb 05, 2009 4:51 am

thank you, thank you, my adoring fans.

you shouldn't, really.

no, please, enough.

well, if you must.

hm$