2009 International YorkieTalk Meetup [Alexandria, VA] - Page 7 - YorkieTalk.com Forums

yorkiesmiles · 07-31-2008, 08:38 AM

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Originally Posted by yorkie2luv

I am sorry I am all late. Your airports are Regan National (DCA) or Dulles Airport ( IAD). DCA is 5 miles from Alexandria where IAD is 27 miles from Alexandria.

I have lived in Alexandria since 2001 and just moved to Woodbridge last month. Anyone have any questions...concerns...just ask.

I happen to do event planning as part of my business.

Maybe the committee could use your help.

I know someone else just joined in the last week or 2 that lives in Arlington, but works in Alexandria -- I think it would be of advantage to the committee to add some local folks. JMO - I do think we have an awesome committee. But it might help to have someone who can be a face-to-face person if need be with the hotel, etc

yorkie2luv · 07-31-2008, 10:10 AM

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Originally Posted by yorkiesmiles

Maybe the committee could use your help.

I know someone else just joined in the last week or 2 that lives in Arlington, but works in Alexandria -- I think it would be of advantage to the committee to add some local folks. JMO - I do think we have an awesome committee. But it might help to have someone who can be a face-to-face person if need be with the hotel, etc

That's cool. Just let me know by sending me a PM and I'll send my contact info.

kenshinvt · 07-31-2008, 10:18 AM

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Originally Posted by yorkiesmiles

Maybe the committee could use your help.

I know someone else just joined in the last week or 2 that lives in Arlington, but works in Alexandria -- I think it would be of advantage to the committee to add some local folks. JMO - I do think we have an awesome committee. But it might help to have someone who can be a face-to-face person if need be with the hotel, etc

That would be me, and I don't mind offering advice to those coming to the area if there are any specific questions. E.g., try to avoid Dulles if possible (unless a huge price differential) b/c it's a solid 45min to 1hr drive to Alexandria with no really good public transportation to make that trip. Reagan, on the other hand, has a metro station (subway) inside the airport that you can just hop on to the King street Alexandria station.

KathyinCali · 07-31-2008, 10:26 AM

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Originally Posted by RONLYNN

I'm in CA and I'm sure Teddi and I will be going!!

Lucy and me too!

RONLYNN · 07-31-2008, 10:30 AM

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Originally Posted by KathyinCali

Lucy and me too!

YAY!! Maybe we can get the same flight together!!

KathyinCali · 07-31-2008, 10:35 AM

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Originally Posted by RONLYNN

YAY!! Maybe we can get the same flight together!!

I would love to plan for that

xxmxaxrxyxx · 07-31-2008, 12:59 PM

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Originally Posted by kenshinvt

That would be me, and I don't mind offering advice to those coming to the area if there are any specific questions. E.g., try to avoid Dulles if possible (unless a huge price differential) b/c it's a solid 45min to 1hr drive to Alexandria with no really good public transportation to make that trip. Reagan, on the other hand, has a metro station (subway) inside the airport that you can just hop on to the King street Alexandria station.

wow that is good to know...thanks!

yorkie2luv · 07-31-2008, 01:17 PM

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Originally Posted by kenshinvt

That would be me, and I don't mind offering advice to those coming to the area if there are any specific questions. E.g., try to avoid Dulles if possible (unless a huge price differential) b/c it's a solid 45min to 1hr drive to Alexandria with no really good public transportation to make that trip. Reagan, on the other hand, has a metro station (subway) inside the airport that you can just hop on to the King street Alexandria station.

This is so...however, pricing will be a factor. Note, you can drive the Dulles Airport Road straight from the airport without having to experience the traffic and tolls. Same for driving to the airport. There is more to this...but this is the basics I will have to get into the special travel hours for those who want more details just pm me. I also stated this airport because some people visiting the area, think flying into Baltimore (BWI) is a good idea due to pricing. Traffic is worse going there. You will actually have to weigh your options. However, if the hotel is on a metro line then Regan would be more beneficial. Not all hotels offer transportation. Also, note that the metro rail does NOT allow animals unless they are service animals. This cause a problem due to the fine and federal offense. Note too that you are not allowed to eat food on the metro rail trains.

Now, there is a free shuttle to Old Town Alexandria from the metro. It drops you off on in the most popular area where the majority of hotels are located.

This is the King Street metro Stop. Braddock stop has some hotels near it as well.

In this instance the only positive is that if you decided to leave your furbabies in the hotel and want to take the metro rail somewhere...you can do so with out the need of a car.

adorame · 07-31-2008, 04:41 PM

I think I will be able to go to this one!! I brought it up to my DH and he thinks it sounds good! I am so excited to learn more about the date and such. I sent for a visitors guide while I was on a web site for Alexandria VA. It looks like it will be a great place for our furbabies, I couldn't believe all the dog friendly places listed! WOW! It's only about an eight hour drive for us and my husband will have 2 weeks vacation time to play with by then! Oh I am so excited! It will be so nice to meet all of you too!

2blkcatsmom · 07-31-2008, 05:37 PM

has anyone been to vienna virginia ?

its only 30 min so i would like to go check out the gucci store

freshie · 07-31-2008, 06:00 PM

Can anyone go? I am about an hour from alexandria and I think that would so cool to be able to participate!

freshie · 07-31-2008, 06:01 PM

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Originally Posted by 2blkcatsmom

has anyone been to vienna virginia ?

its only 30 min so i would like to go check out the gucci store

I love vienna it's such a great area and they have so much awesome shopping there!!!

yorkiesmiles · 07-31-2008, 06:34 PM

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Originally Posted by freshie

Can anyone go? I am about an hour from alexandria and I think that would so cool to be able to participate!

Yes, this is open to YT members and their yorkies. We had the first one in Kansas City in June - it was a blast. We had about 50 yorkies and all kinds of YTers, some husbands and boyfriends. No male YTers showed up - hopefully some will next summer

kenshinvt · 08-01-2008, 07:34 AM

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Originally Posted by yorkie2luv

This is so...however, pricing will be a factor. Note, you can drive the Dulles Airport Road straight from the airport without having to experience the traffic and tolls. ......

This is more great advice. Due to the airport access road, Dulles may be a better option if you are planning on renting a car while you are in town. A possibly cheaper flight into Dulles and renting a car may make better sense than a more expensive flight to Reagan. Dulles is often cheaper.

I second staying away from BWI. It's just too much of a drive. Plus, you won't get a good enough price over Dulles to justify it.

Lastly, that's good to know about animals on the metro. I wasn't sure on their policies. In that case, an airport taxi from Reagan won't cost you much to get to Alexandria (it's around 5 miles).

yorkie2luv · 08-01-2008, 09:29 AM

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Originally Posted by 2blkcatsmom

has anyone been to vienna virginia ?

its only 30 min so i would like to go check out the gucci store

Yes, it is not even that far. Check out the information for Tysons II Mall. That is what you are looking for...

Tysons I mall is across the street from Tysons II.

07-31-2008, 04:41 PM	#99
adorame YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ohio Posts: 2,312 Blog Entries: 1	I think I will be able to go to this one!! I brought it up to my DH and he thinks it sounds good! I am so excited to learn more about the date and such. I sent for a visitors guide while I was on a web site for Alexandria VA. It looks like it will be a great place for our furbabies, I couldn't believe all the dog friendly places listed! WOW! It's only about an eight hour drive for us and my husband will have 2 weeks vacation time to play with by then! Oh I am so excited! It will be so nice to meet all of you too! __________________ Brandy and her love bugs Jeter Axl Yumi Yasha

07-31-2008, 05:37 PM	#100
2blkcatsmom Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: elizabeth city,NC Posts: 190	has anyone been to vienna virginia ? its only 30 min so i would like to go check out the gucci store

07-31-2008, 06:00 PM	#101
freshie Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: usa Posts: 151	Can anyone go? I am about an hour from alexandria and I think that would so cool to be able to participate!