Nashville Flightfest

[Passenger Mark]

Nashfest 2006
Taking Flight Nashville Flightfest

October 20, 21, 22 2006

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Come to Nashville Tennessee for some warm charm, and southern hospitality as we celebrate Nashfest 2006.

Dinner for the fest will be Saturday Night aboard the General Jackson Showboat (http://www.gaylordhotels.com/gaylordopryland/gjack/index.cfm). We will cruise the Cumberland River as we enjoy a southern dinner, fantastic entertainment, and spectacular company!

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The General Jackson Showboat is a 300-foot-long vessel styled in the grand tradition of the paddlewheel riverboats that cruised the great Southern waterways in the 1800s.

We need to make reservations soon for the General Jackson, so get your name in!

For those staying on Sunday, we will enjoy lunch at Historic Monell's. (http://monellsdining.citysearch.com/page/o2x5/Home_Page/Home_Page.html)

At Monell's, the table service is communal. All items are passed around the table and the excellent staff at Monell's soon replenishes an empty bowl. Each day's menu includes 2-3 meats, 3-4 salads, 4-5 hot vegetables, drink and dessert.

We are looking to plan more events for Saturday, and as confirmed, I will add them here on this thread. I will also research local hotel information, and add that here as well. For now, mark your calendars, and get your name in!

See y'all here!

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[WillFlyToDisney]

I'm in as far as I know - I'll just make that my week in the Nashville office.

Mark - I stay a week a month in a Nashville hotel so I am sure I can help anyone out looking for rooms too if needed. :)

I would AVOID Union Station at all costs. It is absolutely gorgeous in the lobby but the rooms are old and musty smelling. The hotel is an an old train station and guess what is next to train stations - TRAIN TRACKS with trains going by just under your room blowing their horns at 3am. Trust me on this one - I know this from experience. :rolleyes:

[EyesSkyward]

I am due for a new nephew earlier that week. I'll have to see how things are going as the date gets closer.

Heck, bring him along! Newborns fit great in the overheads. :cool:

I'll be there (of course)! This should shape up to be a great Fest. The weather that time of year will be perfect for a cruise along the Cumberland river. And Monell's... well, I'm getting full just thinking about that place.

We'll have to see how things go as the day draws closer, but I'm going to see if I can't arrange a tour of the tower at BNA.
And would anyone be interested in some Cessna rides? :tiphat:

Should be fun! So keep your eyeballs peeled for good fares to BNA, folks, and c'mon down! (Or up. Or over.)

- Jeff

[StPeteMark]

Looks like we will miss this one...we are scheduled to be in Phoenix at that time. Darn, there goes our perfect attendance. :(
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[cshollingsworth]

ok, don is checking to see if that is the week we are due to head to los angeles but if it's not...count us in! we would most likely just come down and do some activities with you guys on saturday and then maybe do dinner and spend the night somewhere.

how cool! hmm...we don't get to fly there though...well...drat! but, on an upnote...i can drive my mercedes that don bought me for getting tenured in my job. :blush:

i'm with kelley on union station...the first time i ever stayed there was the last time. *LOL* the train kept me up all night and the upstairs rooms and hallways are really rather creepy! i kept feeling the need to look over my shoulder when i went out for ice that night. it was a little too eerie for my tastes! :shocked:

[Passenger Mark]

Looks like we will miss this one...we are scheduled to be in Phoenix at that time. Darn, there goes our perfect attendance. :(
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HA! You better cancel that bud!

Miss a Flightfest in my HOMETOWN... hmmmmmm

[flyingwen]

Thanks for the invite, Mark! I only wish I could be there, but I am double booked that weekend already...:(

[Barb-SAN]

We'll have to see how things go as the day draws closer, but I'm going to see if I can't arrange a tour of the tower at BNA.
And would anyone be interested in some Cessna rides? :tiphat:- Jeff

:eek: Uh oh...I sense a "challenge" and a "temptation" here.....:angel:
and SWA does fly non-stop SAN-BNA ..... in slightly under 4 hrs.....

Barb-SAN

[spleisher]

4 hours one way, and 72 hours on the way back.

Just kidding... not that bad...

Hope to see you there! We're thinking we might actually make this one.

We shall see.

[Barb-SAN]

4 hours one way, and 72 hours on the way back.

:confused: As in...72 hrs. to DRIVE back to San Diego? Or the flight will feel like 72 hrs. after all the fun you had in Nashville? :tongue:

[Passenger Mark]

:confused: As in...72 hrs. to DRIVE back to San Diego? Or the flight will feel like 72 hrs. after all the fun you had in Nashville? :tongue:

I think he was making fun of SWA at how they hop across the country!

But they ain't doing it that much anymore! :thumbsup:

Or maybe a 72 hour Cesnna ride! :D

If you have a direct here, you will most likely have a direct back.

[Barb-SAN]

Or maybe a 72 hour Cesnna ride! :D

Imagine logging all those cross-country hours in one fell swoop.....:D

There are quite a few options for daily SWA flights SAN-BNA...some non-stop, some with one stop. NWA also flies there via Detroit, Minneapolis, or Cincinnati....though it takes a good bit longer and involves changing planes...not necessarily a bad thing since the idea is to get practice in commercial flying.;)

Barb-SAN

[spleisher]

No I was koking about the East-West Winds. Was only kidding. It doe not take that long, but the winds can make one leg (usually the westbound one) a good hour longer than the other.

That's all... no biggie. SWA is offering plenty of non-stops these days.

[WillFlyToDisney]

The NWA thru Cincinatti (CVG) would be on a Delta codeshare. The only NWA flights out of BNA are thru MEM, DTW or MSP.

AA has a direct from BNA to LAX but not sure about SAN.

Looks like SWA is your best bet, Barb. Book that ticket!

[Barb-SAN]

No I was joking about the East-West Winds. Was only kidding. It does not take that long, but the winds can make one leg (usually the westbound one) a good hour longer than the other.

True enough...I've noticed that on the SAN-DTW vs. DTW-SAN flights.
I suppose the time difference would be more noticeable in light aircraft...hmm how many hours WOULD it take in a Cessna?....and how much would you have to allow for a prevailing headwind (which would be much less than the jet stream?). Don't get me started.....!!

Barb-SAN

[Barb-SAN]

The NWA thru Cincinatti (CVG) would be on a Delta codeshare. The only NWA flights out of BNA are thru MEM, DTW or MSP.

AA has a direct from BNA to LAX but not sure about SAN.

Looks like SWA is your best bet, Barb. Book that ticket!

Thanks, Kelley. The flight via Cincinnati came up when I searched the NWA website for SAN-BNA, but it clearly states that it will be on Delta. So guess you get miles on NWA World Perks anyway? I do have a credit for $56 on NWA that I need to use...but not sure it's worth an extra two hours in the air, a guaranteed seat, but the chance of losing luggage in a plane change. We'll see....I'm in a "sleep on it and think about it for awhile mode" right now, but it does sound like a lot of fun. I've never been to Nashville, and it would be fun to meet you'all in person.

Does anybody have a GOOD hotel recommendation, now that we know to stay away from the train station!?

Barb-SAN

[EyesSkyward]

...hmm how many hours WOULD it take in a Cessna?
Good question! It depends on the kind of Cessna you're talking about, of course. One of these (http://citation.cessna.com/) would get there in a jiffy!

But, assuming the worst-case-scenario (a 152 (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cessna_152)), and assuming a conservative 90 knots average speed, with a 250 nautical-mile range between stops, your route might look like this (http://www.jeffjetton.com/airplotter/index.php?codes=JWN%0D%0ACVK%0D%0AH92%0D%0AE42+RON %0D%0ASAF%0D%0ATYL+RON%0D%0AYUM%0D%0ASAN%0D%0A&title=Nashville+to+San+Diego&connect=on). :cool:

You would log about 17 hours of flying time, and it would cost about $450 in fuel. Probably take at least three days--two if you pushed it.

(And realistically, you probably couldn't fly that route in a 152 because of the mountains. You'll likely have to veer south, around El Paso, where the elevations aren't as bad.)

Given the money and the time, I would totally do this trip! :D

- Jeff

P.S. If you think a 152 has no business doing a cross-country trip of that nature... well, you're probably right. But that doesn't stop people from doing them anyway (http://www.cessna150-152.com/ultimatexcountry1.htm). :thumbsup:

[EyesSkyward]

Does anybody have a GOOD hotel recommendation, now that we know to stay away from the train station!?

How much you wanna spend? :)

There's swank (http://www.nashvillehilton.com/), and there's super-swank (http://www.thehermitagehotel.com/site/), and there's "holy moly this hotel is huuuuuge (http://www.gaylordhotels.com/gaylordopryland/tour/gallery.cfm)", and then there are places even I wouldn't stay at (http://www.roadtripmemories.com/images/rtm/20050702_Nashville/20050703_Drake_Motel_01.JPG).

Sprinkled throughout are any number of good, standard-issue hotels, like your Hampton Inns and the like. Plus bed & breakfasts, if that's your bag.

I'm sure Mark is putting together a list of fine hospitality establishments as we speak! (Right, Mark? :))

- Jeff

[Passenger Mark]

I'm sure Mark is putting together a list of fine hospitality establishments as we speak! (Right, Mark? :))

- Jeff

Uhhhh... Why would I do that, I live here???

OH Yea... I'm the host! Yea... I'm working on that! :angel:

[spleisher]

If you can afford it, these places are unbelievable. We have one in Orlando, and it's an event just to go there and check it out.

"holy moly this hotel is huuuuuge (http://www.gaylordhotels.com/gaylordopryland/tour/gallery.cfm)"

[Barb-SAN]

Good question! It depends on the kind of Cessna you're talking about, of course. One of these (http://citation.cessna.com/) would get there in a jiffy!

But, assuming the worst-case-scenario (a 152 (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cessna_152)), and assuming a conservative 90 knots average speed, with a 250 nautical-mile range between stops, your route might look like this (http://www.jeffjetton.com/airplotter/index.php?codes=JWN%0D%0ACVK%0D%0AH92%0D%0AE42+RON %0D%0ASAF%0D%0ATYL+RON%0D%0AYUM%0D%0ASAN%0D%0A&title=Nashville+to+San+Diego&connect=on). :cool:

You would log about 17 hours of flying time, and it would cost about $450 in fuel. Probably take at least three days--two if you pushed it.

(And realistically, you probably couldn't fly that route in a 152 because of the mountains. You'll likely have to veer south, around El Paso, where the elevations aren't as bad.)

Given the money and the time, I would totally do this trip! :D

- Jeff

P.S. If you think a 152 has no business doing a cross-country trip of that nature... well, you're probably right. But that doesn't stop people from doing them anyway (http://www.cessna150-152.com/ultimatexcountry1.htm). :thumbsup:

That's a great cross-country flight story there that you linked...they certainly had their "moments", like all good road trips!

Passenger Mark...Look what you started...he's already got the route plotted out. :eek: One note...your San Diego stop would be MYF...they aren't keen on getting 152's sandwiched in between the commercial jets landing at SAN!

"Given time and money"....yes...that's always the question, isn't it? And
fuel is only part of the cost...you also have to rent the plane...and get it back to Nashville, plus food and lodging....but, one can always dream on....you never know....I never expected to set foot in a Cessna two years ago. :lol:

Barb-SAN

[Barb-SAN]

Hotels...SWANK...I guess so! For all the music industry stars? I usually go a step or two above Motel 6...decent, clean, quiet, no bugs, comfy bed, good area....beyond that, would rather spend the money on other things. Will see when Mark gets his list together...some are probably more convenient to the airport and activities than others.

Barb-SAN

[EyesSkyward]

And
fuel is only part of the cost...you also have to rent the plane...and get it back to Nashville, plus food and lodging...

Ugh, yeah. Actually, most rental fees include fuel, of course. But even though the 152 is the cheapest plane at the place where I rent, it's still $74 an hour. So it would easily be $2500, round-trip. :shocked:

Although, compared to what an equivalent vacation from an air tour company (http://www.parkwestair.com/) would cost, that's not too bad.

- Jeff

[Barb-SAN]

Although, compared to what an equivalent vacation from an air tour company (http://www.parkwestair.com/) would cost, that's not too bad.- Jeff

Now, WHY did you have to go and link THAT site?????:cry: :cry:
I didn't even know there were companies doing that!

I've traveled most of those western state routes by car....it's gorgeous country!

I guess part of the difference in price is the air tour company provides a GUIDE and an itinerary....and a plane if you need it...maybe mechanical "fix-it or replace it" support if something happens to one of their planes?

Barb-SAN

[Jeff California]

Just got home from a couple week vacation. Will see if we can be there!!! sounds fun!!

[EyesSkyward]

Maybe we should look at hotels around the area of the General Jackson??
That huuuuuuge hotel (http://www.gaylordhotels.com/gaylordopryland/) is in the area of the General Jackson.

In fact, it pretty much is the area! :jawdrop: :lol:

Here's a Google Maps image (http://maps.google.com/maps?ie=UTF8&ll=36.202272,-86.695567&spn=0.001515,0.002516&t=k&om=1) of the boat. If you zoom out, you'll see the enormous Opry Mills (http://www.oprymills.com) mall next to it. Just north of that is the Gayord-Opryland hotel (with the multiple glass atria visible).

And north of that, you'll find oodles of not-quite-as-expensive hotels (http://maps.yahoo.com/maps_result?name=&addr=&state=TN&csz=Nashville%2C+TN&ds=n&uzip=37219&mag=1&desc=&country=US&dma=659&cat=trav&resize=l&trf=0&lat=36.16534&lon=-86.784317&mlt=36.205858918918&mln=-86.696531790959&rezoom=1&.intl=us&addrtype=12&compass=&BFKey=ho#mapcontent).

Of course, there's also downtown (http://us.rd.yahoo.com/maps/extmap;_ylt=Av2mWH_LVGfBm3L6p5JZeYhkDLMF/*-http://maps.yahoo.com/maps_result?name=&ed=tZPGYep_0TrTZ_0m9wtrhRzYCgxdEB1sqISmpdIUSIXSbHE qfq6Cj1rp0Id26RPm1ZwuCzz1cLR3eW0XQ9zP8IyxbVpvN8uAF 30DfEOH&csz=Nashville%2C+TN&desc=&mag=2&ds=n&state=TN&uzip=37219&country=US&BFKey=ho&cat=trav&resize=l&trf=0). Lots of stuff to do within walking distance around there.

- Jeff

P.S. Opry Mills has "shop and stay (http://www.oprymills.com/static/doc_010794.jsp)" packages that might be worth checking out.

[Jeff California]

when we stayed in Nash last year. we stayed at embassy suites. It was like 120.00 per night. I have talked to Andrea about this fest and I need to wait a week before making a commitment. We have spent so much money the past couple months... We leave for NYC in 2 weeks... HOWEVER you can be ****ed sure that I will find a way to make it and maybe if Andrea is lucky, I will bring her. At 400 per ticket, I may do my longest solo flight.. Mark! put some blankets on your couch!!!!! Fill the fridge with beer!!!!!

[WillFlyToDisney]

Jeff - download DING! from the Southwest airlines site and maybe you can get MUCHO cheap airfare into BNA from one of the Southern Cali airports. Worth a shot! :thumbsup:

Also keep an eye on the American Airlines site. They have an LAX-BNA direct once a day that I have booked for less than $200 RT before. They may have an email alert for cheap fares as well so sign up for that if they have one.

Hope my favorite redheaded navigator can make it!

Have fun in NYC!
Kel

[Jeff California]

I am going to commit. I will be there for sure with Andrea. weeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee

[Jeff California]

Thanks Kelley! Will check that out

[Passenger Mark]

Just heard from Mr. John Robinson... He is going to be there!!!

[Passenger Mark]

I am going to commit. I will be there for sure with Andrea. weeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee

Fantastic Jeff!!!

[Barb-SAN]

There's a good possibility...but I haven't decided for sure yet. When does Mark need to get the numbers for the General Jackson? Deposit required? Waiting to see about hotels, total cost, phase of the moon, alignment of the planets, etc. I'm also hoping to see some good "omens". :cool:

Barb-SAN

[WillFlyToDisney]

I'm in! :thumbsup:

[Rebecca]

.... assuming a conservative 90 knots average speed, with a 250 nautical-mile range between stops, your route might look like this (http://www.jeffjetton.com/airplotter/index.php?codes=JWN%0D%0ACVK%0D%0AH92%0D%0AE42+RON %0D%0ASAF%0D%0ATYL+RON%0D%0AYUM%0D%0ASAN%0D%0A&title=Nashville+to+San+Diego&connect=on). :cool:My goodness, "Hominy" Municipal Airport? In Hominy, Oklahoma? What's next, Grits Field, Georgia? I love it!

Say, are y'all gonna have REAL boiled peanuts? And sweet tea? :wired:

[EyesSkyward]

Say, are y'all gonna have REAL boiled peanuts? And sweet tea? :wired:

I don't know about the peanuts (we're about 100 miles too far north). But you'll certainly get your fill of sweet tea at Monell's. And biscuits so good, you'll slap your momma. :thumbsup:

- Jeff

[Barb-SAN]

And biscuits so good, you'll slap your momma. :thumbsup:

- Jeff

As a side bonus, maybe we (West Coast folks) will have an opportunity to practice speaking "Southern" and pick up some new slang!:eek:

[EyesSkyward]

One note...your San Diego stop would be MYF...they aren't keen on getting 152's sandwiched in between the commercial jets landing at SAN!
Okay, here's the revised itinerary (http://www.jeffjetton.com/airplotter/index.php?codes=JWN%0D%0ADYR%0D%0A7M2%0D%0ASNL+%28 RON%29%0D%0APVW%0D%0AALM+%28RON%29%0D%0AP33%0D%0AY UM%0D%0AMYF%0D%0A&title=Nashville+to+San+Diego&connect=on). I've got a stop in OK (to visit family there) and a stop right before a more southerly Rockies crossing (so I can do it early in the morning, when it's cooler and the density altitudes are better).

Now, if anyone has $2500 they'd like to donate...

- Jeff

[Barb-SAN]

So, I guess I should wait awhile to buy my ticket on SWA, on the offchance that someone is going to donate that $2,500?? ;) :eek:
I guess THAT would be an omen.....but you should know I've only flown in 172's and 172 SP's....

(Added 6/27)....And...I need lots of luggage space for my three trunks of "outfits"....flying in style, of course....

[Passenger Mark]

Add Captain Ray and Mrs. Captain Ray!

[Jeff California]

Add Captain Ray and Mrs. Captain Ray!



Hooray!!!!

[Barb-SAN]

Add Captain Ray and Mrs. Captain Ray!

That's a GREAT omen! Of course, the very best one would be if Capt.Ray was flying "my" plane from San Diego to Nashville....that would be conclusive evidence that "Fate" was sending me to Nashville FlightFest!:angel:
Barb-SAN

[Passenger Mark]

That's a GREAT omen! Of course, the very best one would be if Capt.Ray was flying "my" plane from San Diego to Nashville....that would be conclusive evidence that "Fate" was sending me to Nashville FlightFest!:angel:
Barb-SAN

So Ms. Barb.... Do I take that as you are coming??? YES!!!!!

[Barb-SAN]

So Ms. Barb.... Do I take that as you are coming??? YES!!!!!

And the "conclusive evidence" is.....???? I'm waiting for a Capt. Ray scheduling announcement......for the proof that "Fate" has intervened and made the decision for me....:angel:

Barb-SAN

[EyesSkyward]

And the "conclusive evidence" is.....???? I'm waiting for a Capt. Ray scheduling announcement......for the proof that "Fate" has intervened and made the decision for me....:angel:

Well why didn't you say so? If it's "omens" you're looking for, then I bet you'll find them. As we're discussing elsewhere, you can get fate to send you any signs you want if you put your mind to it!

For example, what did you do this morning? Proably got up and had some coffee, right? Well did you know that Tennessee has a Coffee county? It's not too far from Nashville. It's a sign! :coffee:

Then, did you get in your car and go to work? You probably heard some music on the radio, didn't you? Well Nashville's nickname is "Music City". It's another sign! :happyguy:

Later this evening, I bet you'll go to bed for a good night's rest, won't you? Well, "night rest" rhymes with "Flight Fest"! Could it be any more obvious? :airplane:


- Jeff

[Barb-SAN]

:lol: :lol: :lol: Jeff..... That's a good start on the "positive omens". Yes, I've been following the omen discussion on the other threads. I'd like to think I live my life in a rational manner, but then I look back on some of the most significant decisions I've made....life-changing directions, really. They were often made on "intuition" and "gut-feeling" .... because there really was no way to predict the outcome. In retrospect I'm happy with the decisions....but am not really sure how different the decision-making process was from "looking at omens". Let's face it, people (including heads of state, even recently) have been consulting oracles, fortunetellers, tea leaves, and astrologers for centuries, trying to decide what to do, and when to do it.
:coffee:
Barb-SAN

[Passenger Mark]

For example, what did you do this morning? Proably got up and had some coffee, right? Well did you know that Tennessee has a Coffee county? It's not too far from Nashville. It's a sign! :coffee:



And to add to it... your Ringleader... was born and raised in Coffee County!
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[Passenger Mark]

I'm there! :D

[EyesSkyward]

I'll try to make it. I'll have to see if I can get a good deal on my plane ticket, find a convenient hotel, rent a c...

...wait a minute! I live here!

So, um, I guess I'm in! :tiphat:

- Jeff

[kari]

I'm only in if we can go to the wild horse saloon :tongue::D

[Jeff California]

Im in.

[Passenger Mark]

I'm only in if we can go to the wild horse saloon :tongue::D

If you come over for Nashfest... I will PERSONALLY take you to the Wild Horse Saloon! :thumbsup:

[Jeff California]

If you come over for Nashfest... I will PERSONALLY take you to the Wild Horse Saloon! :thumbsup:


im in on that too!:cheers:

[WillFlyToDisney]

And to add to it... your Ringleader... was born and raised in Coffee County!


Well that is alot better than being born in WILSON county! :angel:

[WillFlyToDisney]

Kari - we would definitely take you there. I still know the code to get backstage. Shhhhhhhh! :thumbsup:

[Passenger Mark]

A little history about your ring leader...

And Jeff started this...

There really is a Coffee County Tennessee.

There are two "sizeable" cities in that county...

Tullahoma and Manchester

Each year there is a football game played between Tullahoma and Manchester to see who takes home the "Coffee Pot" trophy.

And yes... I played for the infamous "Coffee Pot"!

The Coffee Pot Trophy has been around since the mid 60s, and I am happy to see that the same trophy that I fought over is still being battled over!!

For 2005... Tullahoma kept the pot!

http://www.thswildcats.com/photos/coffee-pot/coff-pot-air-bg.jpg

[cshollingsworth]

hey guys!

as of now, the CEO says we have no for-sure plans on los angeles in october, so it appears don and i are free in october for nashfest!

we are probably going to try and go for staying at the hilton downtown. i LOVE their pillow-top mattresses! and it's a good view of downtown and walking distance to broad and all the legendary music clubs, etc.

can't wait to meet all of you!!! :D

[WillFlyToDisney]

Oh Courtney you are SOOO right about the Hilton on 4th and their pillow-tops. Those are THE most luxurious beds from any of the hotel chains. I used to stay there for a week every month until the construction noise from the Symphony hall started being such a nuisance. It isn't pleasant being woken up at 7am by jackhammers and big cranes when you just rolled in at 4am. :eek:

[kari]

Yay! Oooh, this is really getting tempting now. How do I get to Nashville? I can get to Atlanta. I can get to New York. I can get to Chicago. Will that do? :lol:

October does clash with me and Agne's (Agne's and me's? Agne's and mine?) Eurofest though ....

[WillFlyToDisney]

Kari,

If you can get to Atlanta then it is only another 37 minute flight to Nashville! :thumbsup: From Chicago or NYC it is about a 90 minute flight.

[EyesSkyward]

If you can get to Atlanta then it is only another 37 minute flight to Nashville! :thumbsup:

Or an under-four-hour drive in a rental car! (Not that I'm suggesting you at all avoid flying--not on this site! But it might(?) be a bit cheaper, you'll see some of the South, and you'll have a car to go exploring with when you get here.)

- Jeff

[WillFlyToDisney]

I wouldn't recommend the drive from Atlanta to Nashville to someone from out of the country. Monteagle is quite intimidating! :eek:

[Agne]

October does clash with me and Agne's (Agne's and me's? Agne's and mine?) Eurofest though ....

Yes.. we can do Eurofest and Nashfest together. And talk on the phone? On the internet? I wish we had teleportation.

Would anyone be interested in an Eurofest? (we thought in London but suggestions are welcome)

[kari]

Jeff if I fly into Atlanta will you fly over and pick me up? You could bully all those big planes out of the sky! 37 minute flight - but who with? I can't find anyone :(

I've already seen Atlanta and Nashville and everything between. Haven't been back to the US since :lol: I don't think anyone would let me hire a car and to be honest the thought of driving in America scares me to death: they'd probably give me this massive automatic jeep thing, you all drive on the wrong side, go through red lights (or is that Canada?), overtake up the inside and only go at two speeds: 45 or stopped :) And a real life American told me that their driving test consists solely of drive along without knocking any cones over followed by "merging with imaginary traffic." :eek:

Failing all this we can of course have globalfest with me and Agne and whoever else in London linked by satellite to Nashville :)

[WillFlyToDisney]

Kari - Delta airlines has several flights a day between Atlanta (ATL) and Nashville, TN (BNA). :) I fly that route ALOT. It is literally 37 minutes from wheels up to wheels down.

Come on over!

[ChiefAtHeart]

Oh boy! A flight fest in Nashville! I'm trying to takl myself into flying around that time. The family in KC wants to see Jaden. So the flight fest will be good timing...you can all help get me on that plane :D

With the baby, I probably won't be able to attend all the events but will look at the itinerary and see if I can meet up with you all for at least one of them! Looking forward to it!

[Barb-SAN]

OMG your baby is DARLING!...and so photogenic...those photos look like they'd win a prize in those "cute baby photo" contests!:D

[WillFlyToDisney]

Chief!

Awwwww please come and bring that cutie patootie baby. He is just so CUTE! :)

Kelley

[kari]

Kari - Delta airlines has several flights a day between Atlanta (ATL) and Nashville, TN (BNA). :) I fly that route ALOT. It is literally 37 minutes from wheels up to wheels down.

Come on over!

It says on the website that it's one hour and one minute. The good news is that prices are coming down. The bad news is that if I go this could be the most expensive couple of days of my life. Change from 450 now I think - woohoo! And their meals are so massive that I would probably only need to get one the whole time I was there. Is America one of those countries where it's polite not to finish your dinner?

The secret is to think of the most bizarre route possible and try that as it's probably about half the price. So far I have Manchester-Dublin (5 hour wait or something)-Chicago O'Hare-somewhere to crash-Chicago Midway-Nashville. And back again. Southwest crack me up, why would I pay $150 when I can pay $70? So anyway I'd get there and be too tired to actually do anything.

[WillFlyToDisney]

Actually the 1 hour and 1 minute is the time from when the plane pushes back from the gate until it rolls up to the gate in Nashville so it counts all the time for pushback, taxi out to the runway, waiting in the sometimes LOOOOONG line to takeoff, 37 minutes wheels up to wheels down in Nashville unless you are routed around weather or ATC issues, taxiing in from the runway (some in Nashville are across the street from the airport so you have to taxi over the bridge), pulling up at the gate, ground ops people pulling the jetway over so you can deplane.

Trust me. 37 minutes of off the ground time. :thumbsup:

[kari]

That's not long enough :)

Okay 417 squid gets me from Gatwick to Nashville via Dallas (a new state), a ride on the 777 :D:D:D:D:D:D and a dodgy motel (but at least it has a photocopier!) for the time I'm there. Am tempted just for the 777, but I'm a bit sad like that :)

[WillFlyToDisney]

Wow, I learn something new every day. I've heard of QUID but SQUID??? :angel:

The 777 is an AMAZING plane. I LOVE THEM!

And umm why do you need a photocopier at the hotel....

Come on, Kari. You know you want to come to Flightfest!

[EyesSkyward]

Hey Kari, if we took you around to look at bookshops in Nashville, could you expense the trip? :tongue:

- Jeff

[ChiefAtHeart]

Thank you both! I will definitely try to make it to an event. It'd be great to finally meet you.

[kari]

Wow, I learn something new every day. I've heard of QUID but SQUID??? :angel:

The 777 is an AMAZING plane. I LOVE THEM!

And umm why do you need a photocopier at the hotel....

Come on, Kari. You know you want to come to Flightfest!

Squid, yeah. The predictive text on my phone won't accept quid as a word so rather than mess about I use the twee variation.

You need a photocopier at the hotel because .... well I don't know why but it's the only facility they have so might as well relish in it :)

Unfortunately the business has quite enough expense at the moment. But hang on - when is the Atlanta book fair? That's about then :D

[Passenger Mark]

NUMBERS UPDATED 08/25/06

We are three months from the Nashville Flightfest and working hard to put on a good event.

Presently we are working with Southwest Airlines to tour the operations, and some behind the scene activities, including, hopefully a up close and personal tour of a 737!

This will be on Saturday Morning.

On the same day we are also hoping to obtain tours of other airport locations.

The riverboat cruise and dinner is on schedule, as is brunch at Monell's on Sunday Morning.

As developments occur, I will keep you posted.

In the near future, I am going to have to provide some hard numbers to the individuals arranging the tours, etc. So start making your plans to attend!


So far we have 16 confirmed attending (including guests and members). 22 including the "Strong Maybes"

Confirmed

Mark
Jeff (TN)
Deb
Jeff (CA)
Chief
Ray
John
Barb-San

Strong Maybes

Sean
Chelle
Ken
Monica



If I missed anyone, or put anyone in the wrong column, please let me know.

Thanks Y'all!

[WillFlyToDisney]

Cruise??? I'm in!!!!!!!!!!

[spleisher]

Oh yeah, coop me up with all you people for several days on a ship. Where do I sign up? :angel:

[kari]

:( Can I be a slightly-more-tenuous maybe?

'Tis not looking very likely, over 500 quid and I get some flea pit (seriously, it looks horrible) and I'm questioning the value of money.

But, on the other hand ....

Sunday, Oct. 15
Houston at Dallas

:D

I could get beaten up .... :lol:

[Barb-SAN]

We are three months from the Nashville Flightfest and working hard to put on a good event.

Presently we are working with Southwest Airlines to tour the operations, and some behind the scene activities, including, hopefully a up close and personal tour of a 737!

This will be on Saturday Morning.

On the same day we are also hoping to obtain tours of other airport locations.

The riverboat cruise and dinner is on schedule, as is brunch at Monell's on Sunday Morning.

As developments occur, I will keep you posted.

In the near future, I am going to have to provide some hard numbers to the individuals arranging the tours, etc. So start making your plans to attend!

Mark, This is shaping up to sound like a VERY interesting Flightfest weekend. It would be fascinating to have a behind-the-scenes tour...not something we would likely be able to arrange on our own. I know how frustrating it is to plan an event for people with, ehem, commitment issues (or to BE one of those people :blush: )...so for the sake of your event planning, you can move me into the "confirmed" column. :)

I will figure out my flight & hotel details later...by the end of August, I think :angel:. I'm still waiting for signs, omens, and intuition to become clear, as far as which days to travel, how many days to stay in Nashville, whether or not to visit other friends in the area, make it part of a larger trip, etc. And there was some mention that maybe someone would like to donate $3,000 or so for a cross-country Cessna flight...but so far no one has stepped up to the plate on that idea. And...there was a question as to whether or not RAY would be flying that route any time around festival weekend...since there is a non-stop SWA flight from San Diego. Anyway, it's on my calendar, and there's $ set aside....so count me in (for now!) :thumbsup:

I hope one of you Nashville locals can give some specific recommendations about hotels...which would be most convenient to all the planned activities, in the $75-$100/night range.

[kari]

I hope one of you Nashville locals can give some specific recommendations about hotels...which would be most convenient to all the planned activities, in the $75-$100/night range.

I don't have commitment issues, I have cashflow issues. Can anyone recommend a hotel within the $10-20 range? :lol:

[Barb-SAN]

Kari, Maybe there is a youth hostel there? Or some charity lodging through one of the churches? YWCA? Salvation Army? :eek:


How about a house/flat swap with a Nashville bookstore owner?

[EyesSkyward]

Kari,

Two words... or maybe it's just one: CouchSurfing (http://www.couchsurfing.com/)!

At last look, there are 16 people in Nashville that will let you sleep on their couch for free. :tiphat:

- Jeff

[WillFlyToDisney]

Barb-SAN: Check out the Fairfield Inn by Opryland which is near the General Jackson. That is where I always stay when I have to be in that part of town.

Otherwise I always stay in Brentwood at either the Homewood Suites, Hilton Suites, Candlewood Suites (all of these have kitchens) or at the Courtyard or Residence Inn.

There are some nice Marriott properties by the airport which are just a few minutes down Briley Parkway from the Opryland area - Fairfield Inn and Springhill Suites are my 2 favorites.

Most of the hotels offer AAA and government rates (if you qualify).

Let me know if you need any help!
Kelley

[Barb-SAN]

Thanks, Kelley...That's a big help in starting to choose from all that's available! :)

[Passenger Mark]

Fantastic Barb!!! Consider yourself officially moved!

That makes two Californians!

Hey... Talk with Jeff... y'all can fly together out of ONT or LAX!

[Barb-SAN]

Well...it's a NON-STOP flight to Nashville out of San Diego....so that's hard to beat. I'm wondering if Beeinatree (Jenny) will think about going to Nashville. :cool:
I wonder if she has made it to San Diego yet on her long drive with 3 pets....there's been a lot of hot weather these past few days.

[Barb-SAN]

I just wanted to add that I'm looking forwarding to meeting y'all in person too....:D

[WillFlyToDisney]

I just wanted to add that I'm looking forwarding to meeting y'all in person too....:D

Ditto that! Glad to see you have the TN lingo down already. :thumbsup:

[Barb-SAN]

Ditto that! Glad to see you have the TN lingo down already. :thumbsup:

Any other important phrases we should know? (Other than that thing about slapping your momma for making good biscuits?)

[WillFlyToDisney]

Any other important phrases we should know? (Other than that thing about slapping your momma for making good biscuits?)

You'll have to ask PassengerMark for more of that kind of talk. I am from Charleston - the "cultured" South. We rarely speak of things like that. :angel:

[Passenger Mark]

You'll have to ask PassengerMark for more of that kind of talk. I am from Charleston - the "cultured" South. We rarely speak of things like that. :angel:

I have been to Charleston... Don't let Kelley fool you! There is some SERIOUS Civil War history there!

As for terms... I suggest all TF Members applying for Visas to enter the South learn these terms. You not stand out quite so much if you do.

I especially suggest the first to Monica. She should start using this term as soon as possilble!

Addled: Confused, disoriented, as in the case of Northern sociologists / psycaitrist who try to make sense out of the South, "What's wrong with that Yankee? He acts right addled."
Afar: In a state of combustion. "Call the far department. That house is afar."
Ahr: What we breathe, also a unit of time made up of 60 minutes. "They should've been here about an ahr ago."
Ar: Possessive pronoun. "That's AR dawg, not yours."
Ary: Not any. "He hadn't got ary cent."
Awfullest: The worst. "That's the awfullest lie you evr told me in your life."
Bad-mouth: To disparage or derogate. "All these candidates have bad-mouthed each other so much I've about decided not to vote for any of 'em."
Baws: Your employer. "The baws may not always be right, but he's always the baws."
Best: Another baffling Southernism that is usually couched in the negative. "You best not speak to Bob about his car. He just had to spend $300 on it."
Braht: Dazzing. "Venus is a braht planet."
Bud: Small feathered crature that flies. "A robin sure is a pretty bud."
Cawse: Cause, usually preceded in the South by the adjective "lawst" (lost). "The War Between the States was a lawst cawse."
Cayut: A furry animal much beloved by little girls but detested by adults when it engages in mating rituals in the middle of the night. "Be sure to put the cayut out-side before you go to bed."
Chunk: To throw. "Chunk it there, Leroy. Ole Leroy sure can chunk 'at ball, can't he? Best pitcher we ever had."
Clone: A type of scent women put on themselves. "what's that clone you got on, honey?"
Contrary: Obstinate, perverse. "Jim's a fine boy, but she won't have nothin' to do with him. She's just contrary, is all Ah can figure."
Daints: A more or less formal event in which members of the opposite sex hold each other and move rhythmically to the sound of music. "You wanna go to the daints with me Saturday night, Bobbie Sue?"
Danjuh: Imminent peril. What John Paul Jones meant when he said, "Give me a fast ship, for I intend to put her in harm's way."
Deah: A term of endearment, except in the sense Rhett Butler used it when he said to Scarlett O'Hara, "Frankly, my deah, Ah don't give a ****."
Didn't go to: Did not intend to. "Don't whip Billy for knockin' his little sister down. He didn't go to do it."
Dollin: Another term of endearment. (darling) "Dollin, will you marry me?"
Dreckly: Soon. "He'll be along dreckly."
Effuts: Exertions. "Lee made great effuts to defeat Grant."
Everthang: All-encompassing. "everthang's all messed up."
Everhoo: Another baffling Southernism - a reverse contraction of whoever."Everhoo one of you kids wants to go to the movie better clean up their room."
Fahn: Excellent. "That sure is a fahn-lookin' woman."
Farn: Anything that is not domestic. "Ah don't drink no farn liquor, specially Rooshin vodka."
Fetchin': Attractive. "That's a mighty fetchin' woman. Think I'll ask her to daints."
Fixin' to: About to. "I'm fixin' to go to the store."
Foolin' around: Can mean not doing anything in particular or sex, usually of the extramarital variety. "Sue caught her husband foolin' around, so she divorced him."
Fummeer: A place other than one's present location. "Where do we go fummeer?"
Gawn: Departed. "Bo's not here. He's gawn out with somebody else."
Gone: Going to. "You boys just git out there and play football. We gone make mistakes, but they are, too."
Got a good notion: A statement of intent. "Ah got a good notion to cut a switch and whale the ****ens out of that boy."
Grain of sense: An appraisal of intelligence, invariably expressed in negative terms. "That boy ain't got a grain of sense."
Gummut: A large institution operating out of Washington that consumes taxes at a fearful rate. "Bill's got it made. He's got a gummut job."
Hahr: That which grows on your head and requires cutting periodically. "You need a hahrcut."
Hod: Not soft, but meaning stubborn or willful when used to describe a Southern child's head. "That boy's so hod-headed it's pitiful."
Hot: A muscle that pumps blood through the body, but also regarded as the center of emotion. "That gull (girl) has just broke his hot."
Hush yo' mouth: An expression of pleased embarrassment, as when a Southern female is paid an extravagant compliment. "Honey, you're 'bout the sweetest, best-lookin' woman in Tennessee. Now hush yo' mouth, Jim Bob."
Ignert: Ignorant. "Ah've figgered out what's wrong with Congress. Most of 'em are just plain ignert."
Ill: Angry, testy. "What's wrong with Molly today? She's ill as a hornet."
Innerduce: To make one person acquainted with another. "Lemme innerduce you to my cousin. She's a little on the heavy side, but she's got a great personality."
Iont: I don't. "Iont know if Ah can eat another bobbycue (barbecue) or not."
Jack-leg: Self taught, especially in reference to automobile mechanics and clergy-men. "He's just a jack-leg preacher, but he sure knows how to put out the hellfire and brimstone."
Jewant: Do you want. "Jewant to go over to the Red Rooster and have a few beers?"
Ka-yun: A sealed cylinder containing food. "If that woman didn't have a kay-un opener, her family would starve to death."
Kerosene cat in hell with gasoline drawers on: A colorful Southern expression used as as evaluation of someone's ability to accomplish something. "He ain't got no more chance than a kerosene cat in hell with gasoline drawers on."
Kin: Related to. An Elizabethan expression, one of many which survived in the South. "Are you kin to him?" "Yeah, He's my brother."
Klect: To receive money to which one is entitled. "Ah don't think you'll ever klect that bill."
Laht: A source of illumination. "This room's too doc (dark). We need more laht in here."
Lar: One who tells untruths. "Not all fishermen are lars. It's just that a lot of lars fish."
Layin' up: Resting or meditating. Or as Southern women usually put it, loafing. "Cecil didn't go to work today 'cause of a chronic case of laziness. He's been layin' up in the house all day, drivin' me crazy."
Let alone: Much less. "He can't even hold a job and support himself, let alone support a family."
Let out: Dismissed. "What time does school let out?"
Lick and a promise: To do something in a hurried or perfunctory fashion. "We don't have time to clean this house so it's spotless. Just give it a lick and a promise."
Mahty raht: Correct. "You mahty raht about that, Awficer. Guess Ah WAS speedin' a little bit."
Make out: Yes, it means that in the South too, but it also means finish your meal. "You chirren (Children) hadn't had nearly enough to eat. Make out your supper."
Mind to: To have the intention of doing something. "Ah got a mind to quit my job and just loaf for a while."
Nawth: Any part of the country outside the South _Midwest, California or whatever.If it's not South, it's Nawth. "People from up Nawth sure do talk funny."
Nekkid: To be unclothed. "Did you see her in that movie? She was nekkid as a jaybird."
Nemmine: Never mind, but used in the sense of difference. "It don't make no nemmine to me."
Of a moanin: Of a morning, meaning in the morning. "My daddy always liked his coffee of a moanin."
Ownliest: The only one. "That's the ownliest one Ah've got left."
Parts: Buccaneers who sailed under the dreaded skull and crossbones. "See that third baseman? He just signed a big contrack with the Pittsburg Parts."
PEEcans: Northerners call them peCONNS for some obscure reason. "Honey, go out in the yard and pick up a passel of PEEcans. Ah'm gonna make us a pie."
Pert: Perky, full of energy. "You look mighty pert today."
Pick at: To pester and annoy. "Jimmy, Ah told you not to pick at your little sister."
Purtiest: The most pretty. "ain't she the purtiest thing you ever seen?"
Quar: An organized choral group, usually connected with a church or school. "Did you hear the news? The preacher left his wife and run off with the quar director."
Raffle: A long-barrelled firearm. "Dan'l Boone was a good shot with a raffle."
Rahtnaow: At once. "Linda Sue, Ah want you to tell that boy it's time to go home and come in the house rahtnaow."
Ranch: A tool used to lossen or tighten nuts and bolts. "Hand me that ranch, Homer."
Raut: A method of getting from one place to another which Southerners pronounce to rhyme with "kraut". Yankees, for reasons that remain shrouded in mystery, pronounce "route" to rhyme with "root". Or worse still, "foot."
Restrunt: A place to eat. "New Yorker's got a lot of good restrunts."
Retard: No longer employed. "He's retard now."
Sass: Another Elizabethan term derived from the word saucy, meaning to speak in an impertinent manner. "Don't sass me, young lady. You're not too old to get a whippin'."
Shainteer: Indicates the absence of a female. "Is the lady of the house in?" "Nope. Shainteer."
Shudenoughta: Should not. "You shudenoughta have another drink."
Spell: An indetermined length of time. "Let's sit here and rest a spell."
Stain: The opposite of leaving. "Ah hate this party, and Ah'm not stain much longer."
Supper: The evening meal Southererners are having while Yankees are having dinner. "What's for supper, honey?
Take on: To behave in a highly emotional manner. "Don't take on like that, Brenda Sue. He's not the only man in Lee County."
Tal: What you dry off with after you take a share. "Would you bring me a tal, sweetheart?"
Tawt: To instruct. "Don't pull that cat's tail. Ah tawt you better'n that."
Thank: Think. "Ah thank Ah'll go to a movie tonight."
That ole dawg won't hunt no more: That will not work. "You want to borrow $20 when you still owe me fifty? That ole dawg won't hunt no more."
Tore up: Distraught, very upset. "His wife just left him, and he's all tore up about it."
Uhmewzin: Funny, comical. "Few things are more uhmewzin than a Yankee tryin' to affect a Southern accent, since they invariably address one person as 'y'all when any Southern six-year-old knows 'y'all is always plural because it means 'all of you.'"
Unbeknownst: Lacking knowledge of. "Unbeknownst to them, he had marked the cards."
Usta: Used to. "Ah usta live in Savanah."
Vaymuch: Not a whole lot, when expressed in the negative. "Ah don't like this ham vaymuch."
Wahn: What Jesus turned the water into, unless you're Babdist who is persuaded it was only grape juice. "Could Ah have another glass of that wahn?"
Wars: Slender strands of coated copper that carry power over long distances. "They're puttin' telephone wars underground now."
Wawk: A method of non-polluting travel by foot. "Why don't we take an old-fashioned wawk?"
Wear out: An expression used to describe a highly-effective method of behavior modification in children. "When Ah get ahold of that boy, Ah'm gonna wear him out."
Wender: A glass-covered opening in a wawl. "Open that wender, It's too hot in here."
Yat: A common greeting in the Irish Channel section of New Orleans. Instead of saying "hey" in lieu of "hello" the way most Southerners do, they say, "Where yat?"
Yew: Not a tree, but a personal pronoun. "Yew wanna shoot some pool?"
Y'heah?: A redundant expression tacked onto the end of sentences by Southerners. "Y'all come back soon, y'heah?"
Yontny: Do you want any. "Yontny more cornbread?"
Yungins: Also spelled younguns, meaning young ones. "Ah want all you yungins in bed in five minutes."
Zit: Is it. "Zit already midnight, sugar? Tahm sure flies when you're having fun."
Taken from "More How To Speak Southern" written by Steve Mitchell

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[Barb-SAN]

OMG, Mark, That is quite a list to learn. Maybe we should start practicing with our posts now so it's second nature by October! Thanks for posting that! :D

[kari]

Hey! Are you claiming addled?!

That's Lancashire! And we was here first! :lol:

[WillFlyToDisney]

With the exception of the word "supper" I have never used any of those phrases!

[cshollingsworth]

mark, guys...

be sure to count don and i in on the saturday stuff for sure...and do keep us posted if you get it worked out for the southwest tour thing. i would simply LUV to see that! :tongue:

also looking forward to meeting all of you! sho'nuff! :lol:

[WillFlyToDisney]

I feel compelled to defend Kelley's honor... that is really more of an Alabama dictionary.

Thank you, Sean. I tend to think it is more of an Arkansas phrase book as well. :rolleyes:

And Ken, nope. I tell my daughters not to "annoy" each other. "Ill" means sick in my book. Sorry to disappoint! They frowned upon such phrases at Cotillion and Finishing School. :angel: I do know which fork to use at a formal dinner for each course and how to sit with my legs crossed at the ankle though! :thumbsup: Don't be fooled... I can also cuss like a sailor! That comes from 5 years on a tour bus with all men. :cool:

[Jeff California]

I just booked my flight with American Airlines. Getting to BNA Friday around 6 pm and leaving BNA around 6 pm sunday.

[Passenger Mark]

I just booked my flight with American Airlines. Getting to BNA Friday around 6 pm and leaving BNA around 6 pm sunday.

Fantastic Jeff! Are you coming straight out of B town... or flying out of somewhere else?

BTW y'all... number and names updated!

[Passenger Mark]

mark, guys...

be sure to count don and i in on the saturday stuff for sure...and do keep us posted if you get it worked out for the southwest tour thing. i would simply LUV to see that! :tongue:

also looking forward to meeting all of you! sho'nuff! :lol:

Courtney,

We have you and Don on the list! :thumbsup:

[Rebecca]

Is kissing someone with snuff in their mouth a Southern tradition?:eek:Apparently it DOES get you "Southerner points," something I learned on the Boiled Peanuts thread. You only can get such points from a true Southerner, but there was some disagreement about where the South starts and ends.

They're so dang exclusive about the Southerner thang, it makes me want to be one, BAD. Yet, unless you are BORN in the South, you must forever be merely a redneck, even if you earn Southerner points.

Got all that?

:D

[Jeff California]

Fantastic Barb!!! Consider yourself officially moved!

That makes two Californians!

Hey... Talk with Jeff... y'all can fly together out of ONT or LAX!

Ended up with tix from LAX. Everywhere else was more expensive.

[WillFlyToDisney]

You and your fancy words.

Just so you don't get all high and mighty on us, I'd like to remind you that you once kissed a guy that had snuff in his mouth. :tongue:

No, no, no. He had chewing tobacco in his mouth. My GRANDMOTHER dipped snuff. Geez, Ken. Get it straight! :angel:

[WillFlyToDisney]

Apparently it DOES get you "Southerner points," something I learned on the Boiled Peanuts thread. You only can get such points from a true Southerner, but there was some disagreement about where the South starts and ends.

They're so dang exclusive about the Southerner thang, it makes me want to be one, BAD. Yet, unless you are BORN in the South, you must forever be merely a redneck, even if you earn Southerner points.

Got all that?

:D

Not a redneck, Rebecca, but at the very least a "transplant" or a "yankee". :thumbsup:

[Passenger Mark]

Time to get serious folks!

Just made the reservations for the General Jackson. The attached image will give you the specifics of what to expect.

I need to get everyone's money in by September 15, 2006. PM or email me, and I will send you a registration form, and address to send back to.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v132/mark9091/Admin/GJMarkedited.jpg

[Passenger Mark]

Oh... forgot to put the price. It is in the contract... but $61.14 per person.

Be aware that the cancellation policy is

Prior to 30 days... 100%
48 hours to 30 days... 50%
Under 48 hours... 0%

[Passenger Mark]

Invited??? Of course you are!
Good going on the Tickets! :thumbsup:

Heard back on the Airport tour, etc... I think that is going to be very educational and interesting.

They do need a volunteer for the full-body Xray demonstration. The one that peeks behind your clothes. Any takers... or do I just pick one of you? :D

[Passenger Mark]

As much as I hate to put a deadline on the Flightfest... The folks at the General Jackson are putting one on me.

So I need everyone's money to me by September 15, 2006. That is three weeks from this coming Friday.

Just PM me for the address to send it to. I have already received several messages wanting to know where to send it to, and I "hope" I have responded to everyone. If not just send me another message!

Thanks,

Mark

[Jeff California]

Thanks for the reminder!!!! So much going on, I forgot!!! I will mail it right now. Let me know if you dont get it this week.

Jeff

[Passenger Mark]

OK... Some more deadline stuff...

Sorry, but as much as we are planning for the event ... this is bound to happen!

The schedule for Saturday Morning is for the group to get a behind the scenes look at what Airlines do. Ray can fill you in on the schedule. But we need to firm up the numbers for security reasons, and I need you to PM me your email address for a "form". You know it is serious when there are "forms" involved! :eek:

[Passenger Mark]

We are sending out forms to members who have confirmed. This is going to be a great Fest folks! If you are interested in attending let me know, or post here!

For those asking how far the General Jackson is from BNA... here is the Mapquest map and directions. (http://www.mapquest.com/directions/main.adp?do=nw&go=1&r=f&aoh=&aot=&aof=&1a=1%20Terminal%20Dr%20%23%20501&1c=Nashville&1s=TN&1z=37214&1y=US&1l=zyHfuKsD4tI%3d&1g=2%2bEV8ux%2fXiM%3d&1pn=Nashville%20International%20Airport%20%28BNA%2 9&1pl=615%2d275%2d1600&1v=ADDRESS&1ffi=1&1n=&1qn=BNA&2a=&2c=&2s=&2z=&2y=US&2l=&2g=&2pl=&2v=COUNTRY&2ffi=&2n=&2qn=Opryland&panelbtn=2&1qc=&q=Opryland&2pn=Opryland&2sb=Gaylord%20Opryland%20Resort%7c2800%20Opryland% 20Dr%7cNashville%7cTN%7c37214%7c362107%7c%2d866968 %7c615%2d871%2d6848%7cUS&2qc=%28All%29%20Restaurants)

[Passenger Mark]

Just a gentle reminder folks...

If you have not sent in your $$$ for the General Jackson, I need that by 9-15-06... This Friday!

Thanks! :thumbsup:

[Jeff California]

I love the fact that I am looking forward to flying to Nash. I don't know how long it will last, but I want to fly right now!!!

send me a fax # Mark and I will fax ya the form.

[Passenger Mark]

Will do Jeff!

BTW add Sean and Charity to the list!

Count me and Charity in for Nashville. We'll be there for the steamboat, the Sunday brunch, the whole mess.

[kari]

I'll be there in spirit. When you get back, bear in mind that I want photographic evidence (well, video would be better) of you all line dancing.

[WillFlyToDisney]

I'll be there in spirit. When you get back, bear in mind that I want photographic evidence (well, video would be better) of you all line dancing.

I'll hold the camera! :thumbsup:

[kari]

I'll hold the camera! :thumbsup:

What a kind, noble offer! Making sure that I get my request. And then, after a short while, you can swap the cameraman duties with someone else. Thank you :D

[WillFlyToDisney]

What a kind, noble offer! Making sure that I get my request. And then, after a short while, you can swap the cameraman duties with someone else. Thank you :D

No, no, no.... I will hold the camera so I dont HAVE to dance! :angel:

[kari]

Spoilsport. Don't be such a stick-in-the-mud! :lol: If I were going, I would dance.

[WillFlyToDisney]

Spoilsport. Don't be such a stick-in-the-mud! :lol: If I were going, I would dance.

Spoilsport? Who me? Nah hardly - I'm the life of the party. LOL

How can I use these videos AGAINST these people if I am in them?? :angel:

[WillFlyToDisney]

My video of Ken taking a dive at Phoenix Phlight Phest was lost in the Great Hard Drive Failure of 2006. I'm hoping to replace it with something even more entertaining.

Awwww, darn. That was a fun night. :)

[Passenger Mark]

My video of Ken taking a dive at Phoenix Phlight Phest was lost in the Great Hard Drive Failure of 2006. I'm hoping to replace it with something even more entertaining.

St. Pete Mark has one on Youtube! (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RBnAMFgudqc&mode=related&search=)

[Barb-SAN]

This is the hidden, scary side of attending a Flight Fest....:eek: :lol: em, well, NOT so hidden....

[WillFlyToDisney]

Flightfests are a BLAST - everyone is welcome. Where else can you do something as fun as wear cowboy hats and bandanas and get shot?

[Barb-SAN]

Flightfests are a BLAST - everyone is welcome. Where else can you do something as fun as wear cowboy hats and bandanas and get shot?
How about if I help you hold the camera?:tongue:

[Passenger Mark]

******EDITED OCTOBER 6, 2006******

Everyone check this and make sure it is correct.... Thanks!

BNA TOUR & CAPITAL GRILL - 22 Total

Mark 3
Kelley 2
Ken 1
Sean 2
Jeff-TN 1
Jeff-CA 2
Ray 2
John 2
Deb 2
Barb 1
Courtney 2
St. Pete Mark 2

GENERAL JACKSON (Saturday) & MONELL'S (Sunday) - 18 Total

Mark 3
Kelley 2
Ken 1
Sean 2
Jeff - TN 1
Jeff - CA 2
Ray 2
John 2
Deb 2
Barb 1

[kari]

And me in spirit!

*clears throat* mi mi mi mi mi mi
do re mi fa so la ti do!

[Passenger Mark]

UPDATE....

I called the GJ with the numbers. They said we could add, as I discussed above... BUT... They only have 36 seats left on that date and time, and he said they WILL sell. FYI

[Jeff California]

This is going to be an awesome flightfest. Thanks Mark for the organization of this one. Thanks Kelley for helping us get the discount. I wouldn't miss this fest for anything!!!

[Jeff California]

St. Pete Mark has one on Youtube! (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RBnAMFgudqc&mode=related&search=)


hahahahaha I was just looking at the number of people coming to the flightfest in Nash and then watched this video. GOOOOOD TIMES!!!!!! Is that Kelley laughing near the end????

[WillFlyToDisney]

hahahahaha I was just looking at the number of people coming to the flightfest in Nash and then watched this video. GOOOOOD TIMES!!!!!! Is that Kelley laughing near the end????

I don't think so but I was laughing! Ken did a GREAT job!

[WillFlyToDisney]

Whoooooo Hooooooooo! I can't wait to tour the backstage areas of my home airport - BNA!!!!!

Oh and of course I can't wait to see my favorite redheaded navigator (although I know my way around THIS town!).

[cshollingsworth]

We're still excited to get to tour SWA at BNA and also to finally meet ya'll in person!!! :) I'm soooo excited!!! :sunshine:

[WillFlyToDisney]

Just turn LEFT!:angel:

Hey no side seat driving!

[Agne]

And me in spirit!

*clears throat* mi mi mi mi mi mi
do re mi fa so la ti do!

And me too in spirit!

[Passenger Mark]

And me too in spirit!

Yep... lots of great folks will be there in spirit! :)

In fact during lunch on Saturday we are going to call Lynda, Agne, and Kari. It will be around 6:00 PM in the UK, and 7:00 PM in Italy.

If any others want to be called during the fest, and have the phone handed about, PM me the number.

Nashfest will be a Virtual Flightfest as well!
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[kari]

That was supposed to be a surprise on the day! Oh well - I have another surprise in store :D

Is whatsisname .... Rod Halpert ... gonna be there? :lol:

[Passenger Mark]

That was supposed to be a surprise on the day! Oh well - I have another surprise in store :D

Is whatsisname .... Rod Halpert ... gonna be there? :lol:

Well... someone tell me next time! :shocked:

[StPeteMark]

Yep... lots of great folks will be there in spirit! :) In fact during lunch on Saturday we are going to call Lynda, Agne, and Kari. It will be around 6:00 PM in the UK, and 7:00 PM in Italy. If any others want to be called during the fest, and have the phone handed about, PM me the number. Nashfest will be a Virtual Flightfest as well! Are you limiting the virtual guests to women only? :lol: If so, call Susan and I'll listen in! :) It sad to break 100% attendance...wish we really could go!!!

Mark and Susan :) :)
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[Passenger Mark]

Hey Mark... It is never too late!!!

Change that flight destination from PHX to BNA... it is just a phone call!!!
You best not be in BNA during the Phoenix Fest!

We will miss you guys also. You and Susan have been at every fest... so yes PM me a number we can call yall at!

[Passenger Mark]

Down to 28 seats left.

However, when he told me that, he meant on the main floor where we are. There are some seats in the balcony, and I think quite a few. But that would split the group, and if I remember right, Kelley said that area is no good.

Money paid has been transferred to the General Jackson, so we are in like flint.

Anyone know where that saying "in like flint" came from?

[WillFlyToDisney]

Down to 28 seats left.

However, when he told me that, he meant on the main floor where we are. There are some seats in the balcony, and I think quite a few. But that would split the group, and if I remember right, Kelley said that area is no good.

Money paid has been transferred to the General Jackson, so we are in like flint.

Anyone know where that saying "in like flint" came from?

Well any seats away from US would be no good... or better - depending on how you look at it! :duck:

"in like flint" - didn't Barney Rubble say that about Fred?

[EyesSkyward]

Anyone know where that saying "in like flint" came from?

No one has quite pinned it down, but the most plausible explanation is that it was originally a reference to actor Errol Flynn:

In Like Flynn (http://www.worldwidewords.org/qa/qa-inl1.htm)


- Jeff

[kari]

Anyone know where that saying "in like flint" came from?

I don't even know what it means :lol:

[EyesSkyward]

I don't even know what it means :lol:

It's kind of like "...and Bob's your uncle." :D

- Jeff

[Agne]

In fact during lunch on Saturday we are going to call Lynda, Agne, and Kari. It will be around 6:00 PM in the UK, and 7:00 PM in Italy.

If any others want to be called during the fest, and have the phone handed about, PM me the number.


Mark, do you still have my number? If you don't, I'll PM it to you.

Jeff-EyesSkyward : will you speak Italian with me ?? :happyguy:

[Passenger Mark]

Hi Agne, Kelley may have it, but go ahead an PM it to me just in case.

I will MAKE Jeff speak Italian to you! :thumbsup:
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[EyesSkyward]

Jeff-EyesSkyward : will you speak Italian with me ?? :happyguy:

D'accordo! Ma, non parlato bene:

"Ciao, Angnese! Come stai? um... er... Dov'è la bagno? La matita azzurra è sulla tavolo. Mi piacere la matita azzurra!"

:lol:

- Jeff

[Passenger Mark]

I got mixed up when giving the final order to the General Jackson and got two extra tickets. Since we are past the 30 day mark... it is too late for a full refund.

So I will hang onto them till the 48 hour mark in case we have two more that want to go. If not I can find someone around here.

[Passenger Mark]

Ken... I would suggest the Holiday Inn Select on Briley Parkway. (http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/sl/1/en/hotel/bnaop)

It is near the airport, near Opryland (General Jackson) and near the I40.

However, they do require you to wear shirts! :D



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[EyesSkyward]

I'll tell you where you shouldn't stay. Anywhere near Vanderbilt. FlightFest weekend is also homecoming/reunion weekend.

- Jeff

[WillFlyToDisney]

Ken - I'll PM you with where Sean and I are staying. Join us! :)

Kelley

[cshollingsworth]

I would stay at the Hilton downtown. The beds are GREAT. You will be asleep in 5 minutes of laying down. The beds are like a little slice of heaven! :sunshine:

[WillFlyToDisney]

I would stay at the Hilton downtown. The beds are GREAT. You will be asleep in 5 minutes of laying down. The beds are like a little slice of heaven! :sunshine:

I agree - the Hilton on 4th rocks BUT since it isn't near anything Flightfest related I think Ken is better off closer to the airport.

I would LOVE to have one of those beds from the Hilton. You literally sink into them....

[cshollingsworth]

I have been at 2 different motel/hotels near the airport. The Country Inn is the nicest I've been in...but we always end up at the dinky little Red Roof Inn. It's very bland, horribly bland. And the pillows are the equivalent of sleeping on a frozen Eggo, but other than that...it's usually clean. Don likes it because it is cheap. That's not always a good thing. :rolleyes:

The last time we stayed at the Hilton downtown, I pulled up the sheets and tried to look and see what type of mattress it is! I couldn't honestly tell because there was no brand name on it, but it did have one of those pillow-top covers that was held onto the bed with large elastic bands. After that discovery, I went out and promptly purchased a pillow-top cover for our bed at home, but it's no where near as soft and marshmellowy as are the Hilton beds, dang it! :shakehead

[WillFlyToDisney]

There are several nicer hotels by the airport that aren't too much more than the Red Roof.

Springhill Suites, Courtyard, Fairfield, Hilton Garden Inn and the Wingate are all relatively new and nice.

Even the Super 8 by BNA has an indoor pool!

[Barb-SAN]

Kelly & Courtney, Do you find the hotels near the airport to be noisy from the planes, or are they well sound-proofed? When I've stayed at the Day's Inn in Detroit, it's been convenient to the rental cars and the airport...but quite noisy at night. I did make a reservation near the airport (BNA) (to make sure I have lodging), but am still "looking". I'd thought being by Opryland would be nice, but the two I checked on there were completely booked already (Fairfield at Opry & Holiday Inn Select). That's what I get for taking my time making reservations. The reservation clerks told me that the Opryland area hotels tend to fill up early because lots of families have reunions there, and it's a big deal to take a trip there.

My AAA book does show great rates for the Red Roof Inn...half the price of the others, at $40-50 for one person. Is it that bad, Courtney?

[WillFlyToDisney]

Barb - PM coming at ya!

Kelley

[StPeteMark]

Weather should be beautiful!
Will make for a nice Flight Fest!


http://www.weather.com/maps/activity/fallfoliage/index_large.html



http://image.weather.com/images/maps/special/fall_peak_us_720x486.jpg

[EyesSkyward]

I've always wondered about this place:

Hotel Preston (http://www.hotelpreston.com/)

I think it used to be a Days Inn or something. Someone bought it, redid it, and is trying to go for that whole "botique hotel (http://www.prescotthotel.com/)" thing that's all the rage in places like San Francisco. You know, where they give you a pet goldfish (http://www.hotelpreston.com/nashville-hotel-amenities.aspx) to have in your room if you want.

And there's a pillow menu. Yes, a menu of pillows.

No idea if they're successful at it, or if it still feels like an old Days Inn. :tongue:

- Jeff

[cshollingsworth]

Kelly & Courtney, Do you find the hotels near the airport to be noisy from the planes, or are they well sound-proofed? When I've stayed at the Day's Inn in Detroit, it's been convenient to the rental cars and the airport...but quite noisy at night. I did make a reservation near the airport (BNA) (to make sure I have lodging), but am still "looking". I'd thought being by Opryland would be nice, but the two I checked on there were completely booked already (Fairfield at Opry & Holiday Inn Select). That's what I get for taking my time making reservations. The reservation clerks told me that the Opryland area hotels tend to fill up early because lots of families have reunions there, and it's a big deal to take a trip there.

My AAA book does show great rates for the Red Roof Inn...half the price of the others, at $40-50 for one person. Is it that bad, Courtney?

It's not actually bad, it's just plain vanilla. It's always been very clean and it does not have any funny smells. If you request non-smoking, it smells fine. We have never even seen anyone that looked creepy hanging out there. And trust me, we've stayed there lots. The lobby is very pretty and up to date/modern looking, but the rooms are just your basic white walls, greenish/blue carpet. I do like how the bathrooms are, the shower and the toilet are in one room together and the sink and mirror are out seperate.

I don't mind staying there, it's just not luxurious. It's clean, safe, and I think it has free coffee in the mornings because Don's got it upon check-out. I never go in there with him when he's checking out. If I had some pics from the inside, I'd post them, but I have never bothered taking any of us pre-flight. You can request a room on the first floor and they will give you one if you ask in advance. Don usually tells them his wife has knee problems and can't get up the stairs (lies, lies) and they give us a room on the 1st floor. :lol: Truth is, he doesn't like dragging HIS bag up the stairs. Well, me either, actually.

As for the noise, it's honestly never bothered me. Go figure. Don't get me wrong, if a plane takes off you can certainly hear it if it comes over Donelson Pike where the motel is. It seems to me though, that after say 11 p.m. or so, you don't hear the airplanes until morning. Then you will start hearing them again. I don't think they have a ton of night flights there. I've never lost sleep over the noise factor.

I mean, we're planning on staying at it again in November just before our St. Augustine trip, and trust me, I would not stay anywhere I didn't feel safe or if it was nasty. This place is more like if you go to the store and buy yogurt with no flavor in it. You just get the white, plain yogurt instead of the strawberry. It's the same thing, just not as pretty. :tiphat:

[Barb-SAN]

"Play Hard, Sleep Late…

Take a night off and let your hair down at the Hotel Preston with its Play Hard, Sleep late package.

"
Play Hard, Sleep Late…


Hotel Preston believes there is a party animal inside of everyone…
Prep your party pal with an appetizer platter in Bernie's lounge.
VIP access for two at Nashville's hottest Night Spots: Red Iguana, Coyote Ugly, Play Dance Bar, Nashville Palace and Tootsies Orchid Lounge.
Fall into luxury accommodations after a night on the wild side.
Nurse your suffering with two Hotel Preston painkillers in the morning to cure your hangover. Bloody Marys Shaken not stirred!
Luxury transportation available (additional fee) and black-out dates apply to special Club concert dates
Must be 21 yrs of age to play!Good for Romantic Getaways and Couples."




Sounds like a nice quiet place.....though it might be worth it for the goldfish and the in-room rubber duckie! :tongue:

[Barb-SAN]

Red Roof Inn...Thanks, Courtney, for the info. I'll get my mind made up eventually...it's always hardest the first time you visit a city, and don't know your way around. It certainly helps having "insider information", plus Google Earth, maps, AAA trip book, etc. It easy to spend more time planning your trip than the time you spend at the destination!!:tongue:

[cshollingsworth]

It actually has a huge picture-thing on the front of the hotel which you can see from the road that has a photo of a turned down, very luxourious looking bed. The pic looks like the set up for some major romance...or some porn...haven't decided which yet. :rotflmao: It's rather kinky looking...wish I had a pic of it. We look at it each time we go by it and are like, "What kind of hotel is that???":shocked:

[cshollingsworth]

Red Roof Inn...Thanks, Courtney, for the info. I'll get my mind made up eventually...it's always hardest the first time you visit a city, and don't know your way around. It certainly helps having "insider information", plus Google Earth, maps, AAA trip book, etc. It easy to spend more time planning your trip than the time you spend at the destination!!:tongue:

True, plus you probably won't be in your room much anyway. You'll be out having a great time! :happyguy:

[WillFlyToDisney]

Barb - here is a "female traveling alone" tip. DO NOT stay anywhere that doesn't have interior corridors - meaning don't stay where the doors to the room open to the parking lot (like the Red Roof Inn). I am sure the hotel is fine but for safety's sake find somewhere with doors that open into a secure interior hallway.

Kelley

[Barb-SAN]

Barb - here is a "female traveling alone" tip. DO NOT stay anywhere that doesn't have interior corridors - meaning don't stay where the doors to the room open to the parking lot (like the Red Roof Inn). I am sure the hotel is fine but for safety's sake find somewhere with doors that open into a secure interior hallway.

Kelley

Good point...I've stayed at both types of hotels, so know what you mean. I can see that there is an additional layer of security with the interior hallways, and notice that the AAA book mentions which it is in their hotel descriptions now. On the other hand, from a "safety from fire and earthquake", I'm more comfortable with the exterior hallways and the instant access to the outside. Call me just slightly claustrophobic...:lol: (having lived through a bad earthquake and many aftershocks, I developed the habit of always wanting to know how to get out of a building quickly).

[cshollingsworth]

When I'm with Don staying at the Red Roof, I never give much thought about the door opening up to the outside. However, when I'm traveling alone or with my mother, I usually look for a hotel with an inside corridor.

BTW, Kelley, I'm thinking of checking into that Super 8 with the pool for our November pre-flight night. I'm thinking since I'm all about breaking the cycle I've been in prior to my flights, a new hotel perspective might be a good change as well. Thanks for the tip!

[EyesSkyward]

It seems to me though, that after say 11 p.m. or so, you don't hear the airplanes until morning. Then you will start hearing them again. I don't think they have a ton of night flights there.

You're right. Check out this graph of arrivals & departures (courtesy of FlightAware (http://flightaware.com/analysis/graphs/airport/KBNA)).

- Jeff

[StPeteMark]

...BTW, Kelley, I'm thinking of checking into that Super 8 with the pool for our November pre-flight night. I'm thinking since I'm all about breaking the cycle I've been in prior to my flights, a new hotel perspective might be a good change as well. Thanks for the tip!Good plan! Something about the Red Roof Inn - noises, smells, views, etc. - may be an anxiety trigger for you. Such is common for phobias. Having been in your shoes before, I would book whatever hotel YOU are most comfortable with, even if you have to spend a few more bucks...IMO, I would shoot higher than a Super 8. The Holiday Inn, Hilton, Marriot and other hotels groups have real nice accommodations at reasonable prices. Go for it...pamper yourself, it will help you the next morning to get on that plane little hesitation!
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[EyesSkyward]

IMO, I would shoot higher than a Super 8.

Like maybe a Super 9. Or shoot the works and stay at a Super 10.

:D

- Jeff

[Barb-SAN]

Like maybe a Super 9. Or shoot the works and stay at a Super 10.

:D

- Jeff

I thought you were joking, but Google turned up a Super 10 (http://yellowpages.aol.com/business/super-10-motel/altus/ok/0,106030680) :tongue:

[WillFlyToDisney]

Personally I am a total hotel snob and wouldn't dream of staying at anything less than a Hilton, Marriott or the newer Holiday Inn hotels. I guess years of spending 75+ nites each year in hotels has made me a bit jaded... :angel:

I want a relatively new hotel with interior corridors, super comfy beds, free high speed wireless internet and a great location. If I am staying somewhere longer than 1 nite then a fridge is a must. If I am staying more than 2 nites then I want a 2 room suite - it just helps to spread out a bit. :thumbsup:

I have stayed in plenty of Motel 6s, Days Inns and Super 8s in my life but once I got a taste of Hiltons and Marriotts out there in the world then I just can't go back! :rolleyes:

[cshollingsworth]

I have never had a problem with spending an extra few dollars for a nicer room. However, my sweet, darling, loveable little husband feels the need to pinch our pennies sometimes so it seems to have become a tradition for us to wind up at the Red Roof. I just think it reminds me of being in a hospital or something, due to the white walls and lack of decor.

The Country Inn was very nice that we stayed at on Donelson Pike. It had the fridge and the microwave and the elevator and all. I may cruise the net and try to find some deals for that night. After all, I can always use the line, "But dear, it's our 1 yr. anniversary trip. Our pre-flight night should be memorable too." :blush:

[Jeff California]

I have become somewhat of a hotel snob as well. We will use our Holiday Inn points in Ireland for 1 night free. All of Andreas trips to L.A. are with Marriot now. I find them to be much better. Marriot and Embassy Suites. I REALLY like E.Suites. Something about the atrium that makes me happy. Maybe it's the water and Koi. We stayed at E.S.'s in Nashville last year and as always, it was great.

[EyesSkyward]

I thought you were joking, but Google turned up a Super 10 (http://yellowpages.aol.com/business/super-10-motel/altus/ok/0,106030680) :tongue:

I thought I was joking too!

(I wonder if there's a Super 11?)

- Jeff

[WillFlyToDisney]

I thought I was joking too!

(I wonder if there's a Super 11?)

- Jeff

Well there are plenty of Seven 11s....

[Barb-SAN]

I thought I was joking too!

(I wonder if there's a Super 11?)

- Jeff

Indeed there is...in sunny, cosmopolitan Blythe, CA! Super 11 (http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g32089-d551428-Reviews-Super_11_Inn_Motel-Blythe_California.html). Where will it end??:D Remember when Motel 6 actually cost $6/night? Me neither...but I do remember when it was about $15/night...not THAT long ago.

[StPeteMark]

Beside Sat. night, just wondering what else we will be missing while we are in Flight Fest Central (Phoenix): :(

20th Friday
21st Saturday day
22nd Sunday

Didn't one event involve going on a SWA plane?
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[Passenger Mark]

Hey Mark... Nothing really on Friday, just everyone coming in.

Saturday - 7:00 am: Meet at BNA, SWA Ticket Counter for a behind the scenes view of airport operations, including a up close and personal tour of a 737.

10:00 - 11:00 am: Brunch at the Capital Grill at BNA

6:00 PM: The General Jackson

Sunday - 10:30 am: Brunch at Monell"s

Kel and I were talking the other day how it is not going to be the same without you and Susan!

[Barb-SAN]

Uh, Mark...when did the Saturday airport tour get changed to 7AM? I thought it was at 9AM. Good thing I'm arriving a couple days early...time to adjust to the 3 hr. time change! (That's like 4AM California time!) I guess we do need plenty of time if we are also going to tour a plane.

[Passenger Mark]

Attention all Nashville Flight Fest participants!

Debbie has graciously volunteered to gather up everyone's name, and contact numbers for the Flightfest. This is important in case there are last minute changes etc.

So please PM Deb and provide her with your Name, Cell number, and hotel phone number (if you know it)

She will put together a list and then distribute it amongst the group. Don't worry it will not be posted here on the open forums! :D
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[Passenger Mark]

Yep... Sorry about that. I know it is early, but they notified me the other day that they will not have the plane for long.

[WillFlyToDisney]

WHAT???? 7 AM????????? My body doesn't wake up that early - let alone BE somewhere that early....

Who is in charge of doing wake up calls???

Can we take that 737 to PHX to pick up Mark and Susan then to MCO to pick up Scott??

[Passenger Mark]

Ha ha

When they told me, I INSTANTLY thought of you Kel! :D

What we can do... is meet at BNA Friday night, bring your sleeping bags, and we can have a slumber party in the concourse!

[WillFlyToDisney]

Ha ha

When they told me, I INSTANTLY thought of you Kel! :D

What we can do... is meet at BNA Friday night, bring your sleeping bags, and we can have a slumber party in the concourse!

Ummm I would bet GOOD money that the biz travelers in the group - Ken, Sean and myself - would NIX that idea since we are often faced with that very scenario sans sleeping bags...

I have spent Puh-lenty of time in airports and I can tell you from experience there is no place to get really comfortable enough to slip into a sound sleep except maybe the Crown Room...

[Barb-SAN]

Ummmm I don't think slumber parties are much about sleeping anyway...it's all about "sharing stories", etc. etc.:angel:

[WillFlyToDisney]

Ummmm I don't think slumber parties are much about sleeping anyway...it's all about "sharing stories", etc. etc.:angel:

Ooooh well, then.... I have some GREAT stories!!

Wonder if Erika would loan me her polka dot PJs....

[Barb-SAN]

And the concourse...well, what better location to check out pilots....:ray: :leer: .... polka dot pajamas are sure to be a hit...ha...:tongue:

[Passenger Mark]

Whoa... I better stop this before it gets started! :eek:

I WAS JOKING!!!!

For anyone from BNA reading this... I WAS JOKING!!! No-one is going to show up in PJs. I promise!

You guys just tuck away in your hotel, and meet us at 7:00 am!

[Passenger Mark]

Nice map Mark! And I think it is right on.

The leaves here are just starting to change. Just a few spots here and there right now.

But give it another two weeks, and the show will be on!

[StPeteMark]

Hey Mark... Nothing really on Friday, just everyone coming in. ...Kel and I were talking the other day how it is not going to be the same without you and Susan!Thanks for the kind words...if we could, we really would be there. Say, I like that idea of you guys flying to Phoenix to pick us up...but we need to get back the same day. :) That 7am tour sounds like a great opportunity (Kel may have to stay up all night to make that one)...oh well, please give detail reports and any photos you can take! We will be there in spirit!

SPMark and Susan :) :)
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[Passenger Mark]

Don't forget to PM Debbie!

Yep, I being a pain, but if something changes at the last minute we want to be able to reach you!

[WillFlyToDisney]

StPeteMark - you and Susan will be missed! Have fun in PHX!

[kari]

RUBBISH!!!!!!!

*says every curse word I know*

:mg::shakehead:sigh::shocked::eek::fuming:

I've just noticed that if I'd have played Euromillions last week .... I would have won.

Rubbish! You stupid, stupid girl!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

:(

[cshollingsworth]

Oh my lawcy may...

That's EARLY!!! :D I'm gonna have to come back home and take me a big ole' nap!

[Barb-SAN]

Oh my lawcy may...

Translation please!! I know that has to be "Southern"..... ;)

[StPeteMark]

Hey Mark... Nothing really on Friday, just everyone coming in.

Saturday - 7:00 am: Meet at BNA, SWA Ticket Counter for a behind the scenes view of airport operations, including a up close and personal tour of a 737.

10:00 - 11:00 am: Brunch at the Capital Grill at BNA ...Kel and I were talking the other day how it is not going to be the same without you and Susan! Just couldn't stay away from you guys!!! Thanks to SWA customer service, the nice person told me how to work the system and to minimize increased costs. Arriving Friday night, so we'll be there for the Saturday morning activities...and then we're off to Phoenix in the mid afternoon. :cheers:

Staying at same hotel as Kelley, Ken, and Sean.

See you soon!!!
Mark and Susan :) :)
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[Passenger Mark]

Fantastic Mark!!! :hyped: :thumbsup: :sunshine: :D

[Barb-SAN]

Just couldn't stay away from you guys!!! Thanks to SWA customer service, the nice person told me how to work the system and to minimize increased costs. Arriving Friday night, so we'll be there for the Saturday morning activities...and then we're off to Phoenix in the mid afternoon. :cheers:

Staying at same hotel as Kelley, Ken, and Sean.

See you soon!!!
Mark and Susan :) :)
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Woohoo!!:hyped: :hyped: Looking forward to meeting you both!

I realized last night looking at the Tennessee map that Nashville is on Central Time rather than Eastern....so that airport tour is at 5AM CA time rather than 4AM! Ha....so happy for that extra hour!! And, it's an extra hour of sleep for you two coming from Florida as well!:thumbsup:

[WillFlyToDisney]

WHOOOOOOOOOOO HOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!

:magic: :hyped: :happyguy:

Pssst can you guys stop in MCO and pick up Scott? :cry:

[Passenger Mark]

I edited my first post on this thread to represent the numbers as I have them now. PLEASE check them and make sure they are correct.

Thanks :thumbsup:
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[WillFlyToDisney]

Nude fishnet stockings and speedos are the only clothing items I have heard discussed...

[WillFlyToDisney]

Me no do 7:00am BNA tour. Me see too many airports. Me sleep later.

Awwwwwww does that mean I cant beat on your door that morning as your wake up call?

[StPeteMark]

Awwwwwww does that mean I cant beat on your door that morning as your wake up call?We'll get both of you guys up!!

:deadhorse :deadhorse

Get up, get out of bed, drag a comb across your head, ....... :)
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[Barb-SAN]

I'm so glad you gals brought that up. I was looking at "glitzy" clothes at the mall yesterday, wondering if that was what was expected for the big dinner. But I'm so NOT glitzy, and much prefer comfortable clothes (i.e. long pants, and comfy shoes). Are the guys going to be wearing suits or anything fancy like that? It's not like FORMAL or anything, is it? I was thinking too that maybe it would be chilly on the water, but not sure if we will be strolling around outside looking at the scenery going by, or inside eating and watching the dinner show. Has anyone actually been on the boat already who can clue us in?:cool:

[Passenger Mark]

I asked our coordinator if there was a dress code. He said "not really".

He explained that you will see a wide variety, everything from suit & tie / dresses, to jeans & t-shirts. In the summer, he said it is not uncommon for folks to wear shorts. The dinner is a bit more formal than their lunch cruises.

It seems the dinner may be a bit above jeans, so I am going to wear khakis, and a matching shirt. I think they call that business casual.

EDIT: As far as the event... What they told me is that we would have about 20-30 minutes after departure to walk around and see things. Then dinner and the show, after the show we will be pulling back into dock. Not much time outside. They did say that there would be a "small" amount of time between the dinner and show to walk about.

[Passenger Mark]

Me no do 7:00am BNA tour. Me see too many airports. Me sleep later.

I have a request for all staying at Ken's hotel. WAKE HIM UP!

[WillFlyToDisney]

It is SO not necessary to wear anything GLITZY on the Jackson.

I actually need to find something to wear. My entire wardrobe falls into 2 categories - JEANS or SEQUINS. :rolleyes: I don't think either one is really going to work for dinner.

[EyesSkyward]

...and if you're looking for something to do, it turns out I have a gig that night. I'll be accompanying (on the piano) local jazz singer April Caspari (http://www.myspace.com/aprilcaspari), from 6:30 to 10:00.

And guess what? It's at the Opryland hotel! So if you're staying somewhere near the General Jackson, you'll be right in the neighborhood anyway.

But that's not the best part. The gig is at a place called Ristorante Volare. How weird is that? (Volare means "to fly", and it's been a running joke between Agne and me.)

Anyway, the restaurant is kind of spendy, but one could probably drop by for a glass of wine and/or some dessert and not break the bank too much. Here's what the place looks like:

http://www.gaylordhotels.com/images/Volares-Terrace_Large.jpg

Cool, eh? :cool:

- Jeff

[WillFlyToDisney]

Or you could use all the dough from such a high paying gig to treat us all to dinner... :angel:

[Barb-SAN]

Or perhaps there would be a "group(ie)" discount?? :angel:

[WillFlyToDisney]

Or perhaps there would be a "group(ie)" discount?? :angel:

Not in a Gaylord owned venue...

[cshollingsworth]

Nothing at Gaylord is cheap baby! Heck, even the parking isn't cheap anymore! Or wait, no...it never has been! :tongue: But, on an upnote, it is very cool looking. :)

The elevators stink though. My husband had to go there last year for a meeting, stay 2 days. I went with him for one of them then drove home the next day. It was a pretty cool date for us.

Seen the area Jeff is going to play in many times. :sunshine:

[Barb-SAN]

But that's not the best part. The gig is at a place called Ristorante Volare. How weird is that? (Volare means "to fly", and it's been a running joke between Agne and me.)- Jeff

Well, that might be a "sign" that TF'ers should at least fly by, meet Jeff, and say "hi" and listen to some relaxing music for a bit, in preparation for the big day on Sat. (and the 6AM wakeup call...:rolleyes: ).

Thanks for letting us know, Jeff. I'm not staying near there, but did plan on roaming around and checking out that whole area on Friday, having never been there before. So...maybe....will see how the day goes.

Will you be autographing napkins prior to 6:30 PM? :cool:

[Barb-SAN]

Already starting to stress over your travel wardrobe? Here's the 10-day forecast, which I believe will keep updating. Coming from S.CA (no rain for months), it looks like packing a raincoat would be a good idea...and "layers" for temperature fluctuations. http://www.weather.com/outlook/health/allergies/tenday/USTN0357?from=36hr_topnav_allergies

[Passenger Mark]

You are spot on Barb.

Starting tommarrow we are getting several fronts moving in, with NEAR FREEZING temps (33) on Wensday night! Should warm up "some" by fest time, but I think our 78 degree days are coming to a close, or may already be closed! :(


But if fall colors is what you want for the fest... we have to have some cold nights. From what I can see right now, the colors should be perfect by fest time!
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[WillFlyToDisney]

Fall in the South - some days HOT and some days COLD. Pack accordingly. :D

[StPeteMark]

I'll be landing when you start your last set.... :(
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[EyesSkyward]

Thanks for letting us know, Jeff. I'm not staying near there, but did plan on roaming around and checking out that whole area on Friday, having never been there before. So...maybe....will see how the day goes.

Will you be autographing napkins prior to 6:30 PM?

I think they use cloth napkins there. They might not take too kindly to it. :angel:

Anyhoo, I do recommend that, even if you can't get out Friday, that everyone at least take time at some point to check out the Opryland hotel--perhaps before the GJ trip Saturday night--if you haven't already seen it. Yes, it's a little touristy. And a little expensive. But I gotta admit, it's pretty dang cool.

(Oh, and you can park for free at the north end of the Opry Mills shopping mall parking lot. Then it's just a short walk to the hotel from there. :thumbsup: )

- Jeff

[Barb-SAN]

Google turns up the Volare dinner menu....:D Looks like a wide range of prices, and some tasty choices.

Click here for: Volare Dinner Menu (http://www.gaylordhotels.com/gaylordopryland/dining_activities/upload/VolareDinnerMenu.pdf)

http://www.gaylordhotels.com/images/volares-frmlFPO_les-red_RET_Table.jpg (http://www.gaylordhotels.com/images/volares-frmlFPO_les-red_RET_Large.jpg)
Ristorante Volare
Located in the romantic Garden Conservatory Atrium, Ristorante Volare features an authentic Italian menu, including traditional soups, freshly made pasta and fine Italian wines. Stop in for Veal Marsala Scallopini, Parmesan Crusted Swordfish, Chicken Fettuccine and a variety of other fresh pasta and Italian favorites. Also try our signature dessert, Tiramisu. Join us on Sunday for our brunch, voted the Best Brunch in Nashville, featuring Apple-filled Pancakes, Cheese Blintzes, a Chef's Carving Station, and a variety of pasta and flavorful vegetables. (Located in the Garden Conservatory Atrium)
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Hours of Operation:*
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Casual Attire
For Reservations Call 615-871-6848

[Jeff California]

It's funny for me how reading these each day bring a little more twinge of anxiety.. I am wearing shorts and a t-shirt. Bring on the freezing!!! 9 days left?????? Time flies!!

[Jeff California]

thanks for the invite!! We are getting in late Friday evening, so I dont think we will be able to make it..

[Jeff California]

done. ty Debbie :=)

[Barb-SAN]

Oct. 20 Record High, 87, Record Low, 31. That's quite a spread of temperatures! :)

[EyesSkyward]

Here are some resources for tracking FallFlightFestFoliage:

USDA Forest Service (http://www.fs.fed.us/news/fallcolors/)

The Foliage Network (http://www.foliagenetwork.com/reports/southeast_us/)

The Weather Channel (http://www.weather.com/maps/activity/fallfoliage/index_large.html)


- Jeff

[Passenger Mark]

At the airport there is a sign...

"Welcome to Tennessee! Don't like the weather??? Stick around, it will change!"

Not really, but that is what everyone says!

[EyesSkyward]

Yup. And that's why everyone down here in the South runs around in overalls and a big straw hat, carrying jugs of moonshine. It's the perfect all-weather outfit.

http://www.jeffjetton.com/images/forums/overalls.jpg
Figure 1: Standard Nashville Dress

If it gets too hot, you unbutton one or both buttons on the bib part of the overalls and maybe even roll up the legs. The straw hat provides a bit of shade. On really hot days, you can cool off by dumping some of the shine over your head.

When it gets cold again, you button everything back up so you're nice an toasty. Any colder than that, and a few nips from the jug will warm you right up. You can also create an improptu fire using the straw hat.

During the warmer rainy season, hip waders and beer are acceptable substitutes.

http://www.jeffjetton.com/images/forums/waders.jpg
Figure 2: A common variation

Hope this helps.

- Jeff

[Barb-SAN]

I was wondering how we would recognize you at Volare if we got there before you started playing the piano. ;)

[Passenger Mark]

Friday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 64.

Friday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 42.

Saturday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 66.

[Passenger Mark]

UPDATE

Friday: Partly cloudy, with a high near 62. North northwest wind between 5 and 10 mph.

Friday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 42.

Saturday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 65.

Saturday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 44.

Sunday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 62.

[Jeff California]

I am wearing shorts and a t-shirt. Maybe shoes. OMG 4 more days? wow it came quickly!

[Barb-SAN]

I am wearing shorts and a t-shirt. Maybe shoes. OMG 4 more days? wow it came quickly!

Spoken like a native San Diegan.....:D

I've got "layers" scattered all over the livingroom today...why oh why is it so hard to condense down the wardrobe?...I know, ideally you should be able to WEAR all your layers at once....and stop there...that takes care of it for all temperature possibilities...and be willing to wash out clothes in the sink, and wear the same thing for 10 days in a row....:tongue: There's a lot to be said for wearing a "uniform" (even if it's shorts, t-shirt, and no shoes!).

It does look like Nashville is getting cold at night though....socks might be useful along with the shoes! At least the forecast is showing less rain than it did a week ago.

[WillFlyToDisney]

I am wearing shorts and a t-shirt. Maybe shoes. OMG 4 more days? wow it came quickly!

Uh, Jeff. Bring jeans and a light jacket. Trust me.

I'm packing the HEAVY stuff. I FREEZE!

Kelley

[Passenger Mark]

Welcome to the SOUTH!!!

If you don't like the weather.... just stick around, it WILL change!

For example, right now all my trees have blown over, it is raining, and it is cold! BUT WAIT.... The temperature is going to go UP over night!!!! Where Ken is they are having tornadoes! Stay safe Ken!

Tonight: Periods of rain and possibly a thunderstorm. Temperature rising to around 64 by 5am. South southeast wind between 10 and 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%.

Then we warm up even more...

Tuesday: Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly before 1pm. Cloudy, with a high near 75. South wind between 5 and 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%.

Tuesday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 59. Southwest wind around 5 mph becoming calm.


82 degrees!!! Is it summer again???

Wednesday: Partly cloudy, with a high near 82. Calm wind becoming south southwest between 5 and 10 mph.

Wednesday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 59. South wind around 5 mph.

Thursday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a high near 68. South wind 5 to 10 mph becoming north northwest.

Thursday Night: A slight chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 43. North northwest wind between 5 and 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

Friday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 62. North northwest wind between 5 and 10 mph.

Friday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 42. North wind around 5 mph becoming southeast.

At least Festday should be normal...

Saturday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 65.

Saturday Night: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 48.

Sunday: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 62.

Sunday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 43.

And we end the week back at 59 degrees!

Monday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 59.

[Passenger Mark]

NOTE: The trees that have blown over are landscaping trees that have recently been planted. Didn't want you guys to think that we are a complete disaster! :D

AND... My idiot neighbors are outside sitting around a portable fire pit in the middle of this. They are from Vegas... so go figure!

[Barb-SAN]

Saturday Night: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 48.

Could be some dramatic photo ops out there on the riverboat....:tongue:

[kari]

Apparently British people are obsessed with talking about the weather :lol:

[Passenger Mark]

Apparently British people are obsessed with talking about the weather :lol:

:rolling:

Hey! My ancestors are from Britain!

[kari]

I'm interested to see what the red X is supposed to be :)

[Passenger Mark]

I'm interested to see what the red X is supposed to be :)

It should be the ROFL smiley :rolling:

Can you not see it?

[kari]

Can now, couldn't before. Not sure whether the problem is me, you or them :)

[Passenger Mark]

I have merged all the previous threads in regards to the Nashville Flightfest into one thread to save on confusion. It is titled Nashville Flightfest. (http://www.takingflight.us/forums/showthread.php?t=5618)

On this thread I would like to only communicate any final information and/or changes.

Also, if particpants need to communicate any important information, please feel free to do so here.

It is my understanding that everyone has contacted Debbie, and she has forwarded a contact list to everyone.

This is the final count, please check it and make sure it is correct.

BNA TOUR & CAPITAL GRILL - 18 Total

Mark 1
Kelley 2
Sean 2
Jeff-TN 1
Jeff-CA 2
Ray 1
John 2
Deb 2
Barb 1
Courtney 2
St. Pete Mark 2

GENERAL JACKSON (Saturday) & MONELL'S (Sunday) - 18 Total

Mark 3
Kelley 2
Ken 1
Sean 2
Jeff - TN 1
Jeff - CA 2
Ray 2
John 2
Deb 2
Barb 1

Jeff - TN, I did get your PM about adding one to Monell's, so that would be 19.

BNA TOUR

Arrive at the Southwest Airlines ticket counter at 7:00 am. Have two forms of ID available, preferably both being with photo IDs. One needs to be government issued.

CAPITAL GRILL

No major information. They are going to hold an area for us. Everyone is responsible for their own meal. We should be sitting down at 11:00 am, and out by 12:00 - 1:00 PM. From that time and General Jackson time (6:00 PM) we have no planned events. May I suggest a nap???

GENERAL JACKSON

They will be forwarding me the information about where to meet, and when. I WILL Have this posted HERE on this thread by Wednesday.

MONELL'S

Same as Capital Grill. We will meet there at 11:00 am. I will post directions Wednesday on this thread.

Any questions, changes, corrections, etc... please place them on this thread.

Looking forward to a great weekend!

[Barb-SAN]

Mark...Those "two forms of ID"....Driver's license and credit card with photo sufficient? I hope....
Also, did you find out if we can take photos during the behind the scenes tour at BNA?
Thanks....

"May I suggest a nap"...Ha ha, my thoughts exactly!

[Passenger Mark]

Mark...Those "two forms of ID"....Driver's license and credit card with photo sufficient? I hope....
Also, did you find out if we can take photos during the behind the scenes tour at BNA?
Thanks....



I will get the answer to both those questions and post them here. :)

[WillFlyToDisney]

I dont have 2 photo IDs. Hmmmm...... All of the Delta agents at BNA can vouch for me though. :tongue:

[cshollingsworth]

I have a DL with a pic and also I have my ID from work with a pic, but nothing else...SS card, debit card, credit card...other than that...I got nothin'. :( I'll stay tuned for further posts from Mark concerning the ID.

[Passenger Mark]

INFORMATION AND DIRECTIONS FOR GENERAL JACKSON AND MONELL'S

General Jackson

DATE/TIME: Saturday, October 21 - 5:45 PM

WHERE: General Jackson dockside ticket office

DIRECTIONS: From the I40 (Near BNA) take Briley Parkway NORTH to the Oprymills Exit (Exit #11). Get into the left lane, and at the stop, go straight. Go .5 mile (Oprymills will be on your right). The General Jackson Dock will be on the left across from the Barnes and Nobles entrance into the Oprymills. Park in the mall parking lot.

I will pick up the boarding documents at the ticket office, and distribute them then.

I confirmed that the dress is business casual.

MONELL'S

DATE/TIME: Sunday, October 22 - 11:00 am

Monell's Dining & Catering, Inc.
1235 6th Ave North, Nashville, TN 37208
(615) 248-4747

[EyesSkyward]

I dont have 2 photo IDs.

You, globetrotter that you are, don't have a passport? I'm shocked! :eek: (That's what I'll be bringing.)

- Jeff

[WillFlyToDisney]

You, globetrotter that you are, don't have a passport? I'm shocked! :eek: (That's what I'll be bringing.)

- Jeff

Nope but in typical Kelley fashion I have the application on my desk - I think I printed it off the website about 2 or 3 years ago... :angel: