Nora, I know a great B&B in Marigny, about a 10-15 minute walk from Bourbon Street for $99 a night. It's called The Elysian Fields Inn. [link] . Jim and Leah, the proprietors, are really nice.
This is my boat. They're part of my crew. No one's getting left. Best you get used to that.
Mal ,'Ariel'
F2F5: I forget that everyone isn't us
Plan what to do, what to wear (you can never go wrong with a corset), and get ready for the next BuffistaCon.
Vortex - Mar 21, 2009 12:00:37 pm PDT #820 of 12685
"Cry havoc and let slip the boobs of war!" -- Miracleman
DavidS - Mar 21, 2009 5:32:48 pm PDT #821 of 12685
"Look, son, if it's good enough for Shirley Bassey, it's good enough for you."
Nora, I know a great B&B in Marigny, about a 10-15 minute walk from Bourbon Street for $99 a night. It's called The Elysian Fields Inn. [link] . Jim and Leah, the proprietors, are really nice.
Not only would I totally trust a Vortex rec, I'll add that the Marigny is my favorite neighborhood in which to stay in New Orleans.
Dana - Mar 21, 2009 5:35:33 pm PDT #822 of 12685
I'm terrifically busy with my ennui.
If the rest of the wedding party is at the Hampton, though, you will be on the other side of the Quarter from them. That might be a drawback or a benefit.
Ailleann - Mar 30, 2009 7:31:59 am PDT #823 of 12685
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A question for Chicagoistas:
If someone was theoretically considering a trip to Chicago, what are areas to look at for hotels that 1) aren't so ritzy as to be unaffordable, 2) aren't kind of skeezy for someone traveling alone, and 3) are accessible for public transportation to fun landmarks and whatnot?
Kathy A - Mar 30, 2009 7:39:30 am PDT #824 of 12685
We're very stretchy. - Connie Neil
There's a Best Western just north of downtown that is convenient and relatively cheap (compared to the Loop hotels). It's also known as the Inn of Chicago.
brenda m - Mar 30, 2009 8:27:44 am PDT #825 of 12685
If you're going through hell/keep on going/don't slow down/keep your fear from showing/you might be gone/'fore the devil even knows you're there
There's also several Club Quarters locations in and around the loop that are supposed to be quite reasonable.
Kathy A - Mar 30, 2009 8:35:24 am PDT #826 of 12685
We're very stretchy. - Connie Neil
BTW, let us know when you're in town, we'll have to have a little get-together! I was just reminded this morning about the little Polish hole-in-the-wall I took MFNLaw to last year. I'd love to get back there soon--I'm craving their white borscht and potato pancakes!
Nicole - Mar 30, 2009 8:53:57 am PDT #827 of 12685
I'm getting the pig!
You should also try Priceline for naming your own price at some of the hotels right downtown in the middle of everything. A girlfriend and I tried it the last time we were heading to Chicago and were pleasantly surprised.
Ailleann - Mar 30, 2009 9:24:47 am PDT #828 of 12685
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I had planned to hit some of the discount websites, but since I've never been to Chicagoland before, I didn't know how to know which areas were good choices.
I haven't decided yet if I'm doing the trip. It would be a birthday gift to myself, but I'm not sure yet that I can justify the expense. Must do more research! But yes, I would love to get together with localistas!
Toddson - Mar 30, 2009 9:31:37 am PDT #829 of 12685
Friends don't let friends read "Atlas Shrugged"
Well, I've asked for leave to come to the F2F.