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Passenger Mark
10-18-2004, 07:26 PM
We have started making plans for Flightfest 05!

Very excited, as this should be a great event.

WHAT: Flightfest allows an opportunity for folks on the board to meet each other in person. It also allows for the discussion, in person, the subject of Fear of Flying.

WHEN: April 22, 23, 24, & 25 - 2005

WHERE: Ontario California

SCHEDULE: NOTE: Plans are still evolving, and will change based on how many participate, but below are the basics.

FRIDAY, APRIL 22: Arrival day, that night dinner at Benihana - Ontario. This is a meet and greet time!

SATURDAY, APRIL 23: Shuttle vans will take us back to Ontario Airport where we are arranging tours with Southwest Airlines, and the Ontario Airport.

And then... that afternoon... a group flight aboard Southwest Airlines to Las Vegas! This is a 50 minute flight gate to gate. For now we have plans to stay at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, but this may change if another resort offers a better package. Saturday evening and Sunday everyone will be on their own to explore Vegas, with a Sunday Night dinner together.

SUNDAY, APRIL 24: On your own to explore Vegas, with a dinner together that evening.

MONDAY, APRIL 25: In the morning we will fly back to Ontario to connect to your flights home.

COST: A high estimate of $600.00 to include one night stay in Ontario, two nights at the MGM Grand, and round-trip airfare from Ontario to Las Vegas. As noted, this is a high estimate, and is subject to change depending on the number attending.

Gail at THE TRAVEL CENTER (909.787.6810) is working with us to arrange the accommodations in Ontario and Las Vegas on a group basis.

Southwest Airlines Group Reservations will be handling our flights to/from Vegas.

NOTES: Gail indicated that some may want to fly back home on Monday from Vegas. If this is the case, she can make those arrangements with you directly. She can also arrange flights from your home airport to/from Ontario. As well as additional accommodations and arrangements for those who choose to stay in Southern California and/or Las Vegas after the Flightfest.

TO SIGN UP: Or for more information, questions, etc email me at mark@takingflight.us Feel free to discuss this adventure here on this thread, however to sign up... please use the email address provided.

Thanks yall!

Mark

WillFlyToDisney2
10-18-2004, 07:27 PM
Benihana - YUMMY!

Sounds fun, Mark.

Kelley

Passenger Mark
11-05-2004, 04:23 PM
Jeff,

Here is the thread I was speaking of...

Could be that the price was too high... don't know as had little response.

Gang:

The "plan" is not set in stone and can be ammended/changed.

What I was trying to accomplish was to take a short flight together, and get a feel for airline/airport operations.

Everything else... The hotel in Vegas etc can be changed. As Jeff had in his post, we could fly up to Vegas for a day trip.

Anyways... Like to hear some feedback, no matter what it is.

Thanks,

Mark

spleisher
11-05-2004, 07:29 PM
Sounds like FUN! But alas, I'm stuck in sunny Florida. Oh well.

Passenger Mark
11-05-2004, 08:51 PM
Hey Scott...

Airplanes fly from Florida to California!

I swear they do... I have seen it before!

Mark

spleisher
11-05-2004, 09:02 PM
You're right on Mark, but my money and my time off say "NO GO". I wish I could afford it, it sounds like a really good time.

Jeff California
11-06-2004, 06:01 AM
1 day.. 5 days.. you name it I am there.

Passenger Mark
11-08-2004, 04:48 PM
Ok not that Jeff and I would not make for a great Flightfest... but I REALLY want your opinions.

If it is too much... don't be worried about hurting my feelings. If you have a better idea... and/or place... PLEASE let me know.

You are not going to insult me by throwing your ideas/comments/suggestions out there.

Let's just do something!