Alpine Valley...2005!

Lupy · Post by **Lupy** » February 23, 2004 6:08 pm

I pm'd you,thanks!!

finsupnorth · Post by **finsupnorth** » February 23, 2004 6:11 pm

I just answered!

stikes · Post by **stikes** » February 24, 2004 12:06 pm

I am now seriously considering taking a bus to the concert. I have a few questions to put out here for anyone who may be able to advise (as I have no experience with the bus trips).

1. I know there is a big group leaving from Janesville, WI. I am coming all the way from Omaha, NE. Does anyone know of other bus trips that may be along my way (I know a bus from Cedar Rapids, IA has gone in years past, but I have no info on it).

2. Either way, I may just drive to Janesville because it sounds like so much fun! Is it easy to get a hotel room there?

3. I have a friend who recently discovered that she was in fact, a Parrothead (she just didn't know it b/c no one had properly exposed her to Buffett music yet). Problem is, this friend is only 20 yrs. old. In your experience, are the people on the buses going to care if she is sipping a boat drink?

Thanks for any and all insight.

finsupnorth · Post by **finsupnorth** » February 24, 2004 12:37 pm

As for the buses, I know there are a ton of buses from all over that come, but I don't know if they are organized trips or not..

As for the hotel rooms at the Best Western in Janesville, where the buses leave from. If you contact Rob, number is on the website, I believe he has blocked rooms for Friday and Saturday night for our group. Friday night www.thewhaleshark.com will be performing a pre-party. They are a lot of fun...

As for the last question, I will PM you

BoozeInTheBlender · Post by **BoozeInTheBlender** » February 24, 2004 3:43 pm

I've never been to alpine before and wanted to stay close to the venue. does anyone have any goo ideas?

jiggs(2) · Post by **jiggs(2)** » February 24, 2004 4:30 pm

BoozeInTheBlender wrote:I've never been to alpine before and wanted to stay close to the venue. does anyone have any goo ideas?

if you mean close like w/ in 15 miles plan on bringing a tent. Rooms that close are impossible to find. There are some resorts w/ in 30 miles that still have rooms, but the rates are somewhat pricey

LakeHead PH · Post by **LakeHead PH** » February 24, 2004 4:54 pm

My wife and I have never had a problem getting a room in Fort Atkinson, which is about a 30 or so minute drive from Alpine Valley. There are usually several Buffett fans in the town bars on Friday night. IIRC we paid about $60 per night last year at the Best Western.

finsupnorth · Post by **finsupnorth** » February 24, 2004 9:15 pm

jiggs(2) wrote:
BoozeInTheBlender wrote:I've never been to alpine before and wanted to stay close to the venue. does anyone have any goo ideas?
if you mean close like w/ in 15 miles plan on bringing a tent. Rooms that close are impossible to find. There are some resorts w/ in 30 miles that still have rooms, but the rates are somewhat pricey

If you want to be close due to driving situation after the show, check out the bus..it will drive you right to the hotel and we will be partying all Friday night also!

MinneapolisBirdofaFeather · February 24, 2004 9:24 pm

if you want to camp I would recomend Country View Campground. I just made my reservations the other day. My group stayed there last year and had a great time. Its about a 10-15 min drive even in after show traffic. It is also one of the few campgrounds close to Alpine that allow alcohol.(most are state parks or family facilities) The place was packed with parrotheads last year. We had a singer with a PA system in the site next to us last year on sat. morning.....(if this was anyone from BN let me know we lost your email on the way home somehow, we would love to hang out again this year) anyway if you need the number for the campground email me Wyneger@yahoo.com.

Defimoff1 · Post by **Defimoff1** » February 25, 2004 12:25 am

finsupnorth wrote:
jiggs(2) wrote:
BoozeInTheBlender wrote:I've never been to alpine before and wanted to stay close to the venue. does anyone have any goo ideas?
if you mean close like w/ in 15 miles plan on bringing a tent. Rooms that close are impossible to find. There are some resorts w/ in 30 miles that still have rooms, but the rates are somewhat pricey
If you want to be close due to driving situation after the show, check out the bus..it will drive you right to the hotel and we will be partying all Friday night also!

Does the bus ride come with free cheese?? What about umbrellas??

dean_siu · Post by **dean_siu** » February 25, 2004 12:50 am

Defimoff1 wrote:
finsupnorth wrote:
jiggs(2) wrote:
BoozeInTheBlender wrote:I've never been to alpine before and wanted to stay close to the venue. does anyone have any goo ideas?
if you mean close like w/ in 15 miles plan on bringing a tent. Rooms that close are impossible to find. There are some resorts w/ in 30 miles that still have rooms, but the rates are somewhat pricey
If you want to be close due to driving situation after the show, check out the bus..it will drive you right to the hotel and we will be partying all Friday night also!
Does the bus ride come with free cheese?? What about umbrellas??

If there ain't free head cheese on the bus.........I'm not going!

sirgumby77 · Post by **sirgumby77** » February 25, 2004 1:18 am

Country view can be fun--but leave the show early---otherwise you aint finding the place after the show---no real good way to find it after a few drinks.

BrewskiRehab · Post by **BrewskiRehab** » February 25, 2004 5:26 pm

stikes wrote:I am now seriously considering taking a bus to the concert. I have a few questions to put out here for anyone who may be able to advise (as I have no experience with the bus trips).

1. I know there is a big group leaving from Janesville, WI. I am coming all the way from Omaha, NE. Does anyone know of other bus trips that may be along my way (I know a bus from Cedar Rapids, IA has gone in years past, but I have no info on it).

2. Either way, I may just drive to Janesville because it sounds like so much fun! Is it easy to get a hotel room there?

3. I have a friend who recently discovered that she was in fact, a Parrothead (she just didn't know it b/c no one had properly exposed her to Buffett music yet). Problem is, this friend is only 20 yrs. old. In your experience, are the people on the buses going to care if she is sipping a boat drink?

Thanks for any and all insight.

Hey i m from Oconomowoc and I run a few buses to alpine. this year i have 3, 2 from oconomowoc and 1 from madison. Includes everything from booze to food and tickets. The buses are a random mix of friends from college and area as well as friends bring their friends. All range from 17 to 30 mostly being 21 since thats my age if u need a ride to get there anyone is welcom as long as they can party with the rest of us and handle the extreme drinking

sholleran · Post by **sholleran** » February 25, 2004 7:42 pm

MinneapolisBirdofaFeather wrote:if you want to camp I would recomend Country View Campground. I just made my reservations the other day. My group stayed there last year and had a great time. Its about a 10-15 min drive even in after show traffic. It is also one of the few campgrounds close to Alpine that allow alcohol.(most are state parks or family facilities) The place was packed with parrotheads last year. We had a singer with a PA system in the site next to us last year on sat. morning.....(if this was anyone from BN let me know we lost your email on the way home somehow, we would love to hang out again this year) anyway if you need the number for the campground email me Wyneger@yahoo.com.

stikes wrote:I am now seriously considering taking a bus to the concert. I have a few questions to put out here for anyone who may be able to advise (as I have no experience with the bus trips).

1. I know there is a big group leaving from Janesville, WI. I am coming all the way from Omaha, NE. Does anyone know of other bus trips that may be along my way (I know a bus from Cedar Rapids, IA has gone in years past, but I have no info on it).

2. Either way, I may just drive to Janesville because it sounds like so much fun! Is it easy to get a hotel room there?

3. I have a friend who recently discovered that she was in fact, a Parrothead (she just didn't know it b/c no one had properly exposed her to Buffett music yet). Problem is, this friend is only 20 yrs. old. In your experience, are the people on the buses going to care if she is sipping a boat drink?

Thanks for any and all insight.

If you're looking for motel/resort you need to drive at least 15 miles or so to get a reasonable $$$$, in my experience. But skip Lake Geneva, a resort community, unless you brought the gold card.

DO NOT believe most web reservation systems, they say all rooms booked all summer for miles & miles. Call the desk.

If you're seeking a bus because you're a designated driver short it's a smart move - or do the limo thing. Hey, you're rich, right? Longer bus ride means more $ on bus - like around $40 from Janesville but $90 from Chicago 'burbs (last year). (Plus ticket.)

Country View is 13 miles NE of Alpine, since you're coming from Omaha, NE you might want to check out Snug Harbor (14 miles SW of Alpine). They also allow adult beverage consumption, unlike the state campgrounds. Reservation clerk said they were selling out fast to Parrot Heads, so I expect a good time.

There are a whole bunch of camping options, here's some info on them, fyi.

See you there!

PirateGirl · Post by **PirateGirl** » February 28, 2004 12:27 am

Aloooooha!
It’s official. Or should I say OPHICIAL.
The Whaleshark IS coming to ALPINE…and we will be putting on
the Pre-Concert party to put all others to shame!

Don’t miss the pre-party to the ALPINE concert,
On FRIDAY JULY 9th at the BEST WESTERN in Janesville.

The Best Western will be hosting a “Fish Fry” Friday night
Starting at 6pm…Dinner includes one COLD CORONA on ice…

And then…THE WHALESHARK comes alive onstage at 8pm!

Come for the Fish Fry, stay for the party (and usual mayhem
The Whaleshark

and Pirate Girl

are known for)
or just come for the show at 8pm…

Be ready to Party Like a Pirate with us…Classic Buffett, your favorite
Whaleshark originals, and the infamous Drunken Hula & Contest…

You don’t want to miss this! Join us…
PARTY LIKE A PIRATE Tour 2004, the LIVE show where
Everyone is bound to get Lei’d…
...hits ALPINE!

PirateGirl · Post by **PirateGirl** » February 28, 2004 12:36 am

The Best Western in Janesville
(you KNOW you want to stay there with EVERYone else)
numbers (608) 756-4511 , (800) 334-4271

To book your space on the PARTY BUS...
the Jimmy Buffett Concert Coach Bus
visit www.volcanoexpress.com and click on
the link jimmybuffettmidwestconcerts.com
but hurry!

and...to see The Whaleshark in his natural habitat,
more info about our PARTY LIKE A PIRATE Tour 2004
and other tour stops this summer, visit us at
www.thewhaleshark.com

ALOHA!

finsupnorth · Post by **finsupnorth** » February 28, 2004 9:00 am

Hey T...we need to work on your avatar....I love it, but we need to shrink it a bit....

I wish I could help you, but I am not sure how to resize pictures?????

Tiki Bar · Post by **Tiki Bar** » March 1, 2004 11:25 am

Man o man o man o man... I really want to go to Janesville Friday night... if i did, it would just seem silly not to take the bus Saturday morning...

Jolena, is it available to everyone interested, or is there a limited number of spots?

(why isn't this thread sticky?

)

finsupnorth · Post by **finsupnorth** » March 1, 2004 2:00 pm

Tiki Bar wrote:Man o man o man o man... I really want to go to Janesville Friday night... if i did, it would just seem silly not to take the bus Saturday morning...

Jolena, is it available to everyone interested, or is there a limited number of spots?

(why isn't this thread sticky? )

Hey JoAnn, it is available to anyone at the moment, however the day the tickets go on sale, you better act quickly.....they will fill up very fast....If you are sure you want to go, all Rob and talk to him about it...he will tell you the best route....

You have to come to Janesville Friday!!! It will be a blast! Bring your whole group if you want...we will have fun!!!!!! The rooms are filling up fast at the BW...I may have an extra room though if you need it ...... let me know...

WOOOOOO-HOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

ace168516 · Post by **ace168516** » March 2, 2004 1:28 am

Just a random thought, but my parents live just over the border...that's where I'll be stayin, but there is a Days Inn in Richmond righ on Rt 12...nice easy trip...about 20 seconds south of the Wi border...you could try there without affording the Lake Geneva resort crap

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