Tonights interview: Aspen in December?

SharkOnLand · Post by **SharkOnLand** » November 28, 2006 11:46 am

~Hippolyte~ wrote:OK, who's booked their room?

Got one at the green drake for $90. Rooms in Aspen were outrageous, and I wasn't sure about glenwood springs, the further north I go, the more it's out of my way...

Quiet and Shy · Post by **Quiet and Shy** » November 28, 2006 11:59 am

With a family commitment on the 23rd and air fares starting around $600, this one's just not in the cards for me.

Good luck on tickets folks and have loads of fun.

~Hippolyte~ · Post by **~Hippolyte~** » November 28, 2006 12:17 pm

SharkOnLand wrote:
~Hippolyte~ wrote:OK, who's booked their room?

Got one at the green drake for $90. Rooms in Aspen were outrageous, and I wasn't sure about glenwood springs, the further north I go, the more it's out of my way...

I just booked a room, same place, same price - through Expedia. Sounds like the bus to and from the hotel will be a good option.

buffettbride wrote:So Michael, are you driving up on Friday?

Yup, that's the plan. Leave kinda early from Fort Fun and head south, then west!! after I call in sick to work...that day is already booked with people to be out of the office. why??

PR8HDCHEF · Post by **PR8HDCHEF** » November 28, 2006 12:21 pm

buffett at the belly up dec. 22. @ 9pm. playing under freddy and the fishsticks. GA tix-250$, reserved seating 600$. tix onsale dec. 1. your welcome...

SharkOnLand · Post by **SharkOnLand** » November 28, 2006 12:26 pm

~Hippolyte~ wrote:
SharkOnLand wrote:
~Hippolyte~ wrote:OK, who's booked their room?

Got one at the green drake for $90. Rooms in Aspen were outrageous, and I wasn't sure about glenwood springs, the further north I go, the more it's out of my way...
was that one of their one-bed rooms? Did you book through Expedia, or did you call? If you called, did they mention availability?

I booked through Expedia, supposedly through them I can cancel 1 week before. The hotel's website, green-drake.com, says they need a month cancellation, which basically meant paying for the room even with the possibility of not getting tickets.

It's a one-queen-bed room, supposedly.

buffettbride · Post by **buffettbride** » November 28, 2006 12:29 pm

SharkOnLand wrote:
~Hippolyte~ wrote:
SharkOnLand wrote:
~Hippolyte~ wrote:OK, who's booked their room?

Got one at the green drake for $90. Rooms in Aspen were outrageous, and I wasn't sure about glenwood springs, the further north I go, the more it's out of my way...
was that one of their one-bed rooms? Did you book through Expedia, or did you call? If you called, did they mention availability?
I booked through Expedia, supposedly through them I can cancel 1 week before. The hotel's website, green-drake.com, says they need a month cancellation, which basically meant paying for the room even with the possibility of not getting tickets.

It's a one-queen-bed room, supposedly.

If you do the e-mail member tickets, you're probably in good shape for getting tickets. The queen one bedrooms are nice, and truly have a separate bedroom and sitting room with sofa/tv. Bathroom is pretty good, too. It's not HUGE mind you, but clean, warm, and cozy. The only thing I remember is it didn't have very good lighting. Seemed kinda dim.

You'll have soooo much fun!!!!!!!!!

~Hippolyte~ · Post by **~Hippolyte~** » November 28, 2006 12:29 pm

SharkOnLand wrote:
~Hippolyte~ wrote:
SharkOnLand wrote:
~Hippolyte~ wrote:OK, who's booked their room?

Got one at the green drake for $90. Rooms in Aspen were outrageous, and I wasn't sure about glenwood springs, the further north I go, the more it's out of my way...
was that one of their one-bed rooms? Did you book through Expedia, or did you call? If you called, did they mention availability?
I booked through Expedia, supposedly through them I can cancel 1 week before. The hotel's website, green-drake.com, says they need a month cancellation, which basically meant paying for the room even with the possibility of not getting tickets.

It's a one-queen-bed room, supposedly.

I'm an editing fool!! I've changed my message a couple times, and booked a room since too.

I thought I saw on their site that you could cancel within 5 days? I'll look again (and then most likely edit my post if necessary).

What are your travel plans? I've never driven to Aspen, so I'm wondering what's best, and such. I've taken 70 west over the mountains, but not in December, and never to Aspen.

~Hippolyte~ · Post by **~Hippolyte~** » November 28, 2006 12:33 pm

http://www.green-drake.com/policies.htm wrote:Our Policies
CANCELLATION POLICY:

Reservations MUST be cancelled one week or 5 business days ("Cancellation Period") PRIOR to arrival. Penalty for failure to cancel reservations within the Cancellation Period will result in full charges for the entire stay.

http://www.green-drake.com/policies.htm

I really hope I don't have to use this, unless I win Lotto and get a room in Aspen that is

LIPH · Post by **LIPH** » November 28, 2006 12:35 pm

~Hippolyte~ wrote:
http://www.green-drake.com/policies.htm wrote:Our Policies
CANCELLATION POLICY:

Reservations MUST be cancelled one week or 5 business days ("Cancellation Period") PRIOR to arrival. Penalty for failure to cancel reservations within the Cancellation Period will result in full charges for the entire stay.

http://www.green-drake.com/policies.htm
I really hope I don't have to use this, unless I win Lotto and get a room in Aspen that is

Christmas & New Years: The Cancellation Period for reservations from December 22 to January 2 is one month.

SharkOnLand · Post by **SharkOnLand** » November 28, 2006 12:36 pm

~Hippolyte~ wrote:
http://www.green-drake.com/policies.htm wrote:Our Policies
CANCELLATION POLICY:

Reservations MUST be cancelled one week or 5 business days ("Cancellation Period") PRIOR to arrival. Penalty for failure to cancel reservations within the Cancellation Period will result in full charges for the entire stay.

http://www.green-drake.com/policies.htm
I really hope I don't have to use this, unless I win Lotto and get a room in Aspen that is

It does say that, but it also says this:

Green Drake wrote:Christmas & New Years: The Cancellation Period for reservations from December 22 to January 2 is one month.

buffettbride · Post by **buffettbride** » November 28, 2006 12:39 pm

~Hippolyte~ wrote:I've taken 70 west over the mountains, but not in December, and never to Aspen.

Last year it didn't snow at all on our way up or while we were there so it took about 3.5 hours each way.

There's always the chance snow will make the drive take longer and it just depends on how much snow and how many folks will be on the road. It's a Friday, so you do face the possibility of heavy traffic, vs. last year when the show was on a Wednesday. The more time you can give yourself to get up there, the better.

Oh yeah.....After the show last year, any number of band members were just kinda hangin' out after the show, so you don't have to rush out...all of them were happy to just chat with us.

~Hippolyte~ · Post by **~Hippolyte~** » November 28, 2006 12:45 pm

LIPH wrote:
~Hippolyte~ wrote:
http://www.green-drake.com/policies.htm wrote:Our Policies
CANCELLATION POLICY:

Reservations MUST be cancelled one week or 5 business days ("Cancellation Period") PRIOR to arrival. Penalty for failure to cancel reservations within the Cancellation Period will result in full charges for the entire stay.

http://www.green-drake.com/policies.htm
I really hope I don't have to use this, unless I win Lotto and get a room in Aspen that is
Christmas & New Years: The Cancellation Period for reservations from December 22 to January 2 is one month.

yeah, I see it now, when I'm crazed and focused on Jimmy I can't be held accountable for reading the instructions. Who's going to blame me??

SharkOnLand · Post by **SharkOnLand** » November 28, 2006 12:48 pm

~Hippolyte~ wrote:What are your travel plans? I've never driven to Aspen, so I'm wondering what's best, and such. I've taken 70 west over the mountains, but not in December, and never to Aspen.

I'm taking 285 North (from Alamosa) to 24 (Buena Vista), then over Independence Pass (Hwy 82)... According to mapquest, it's almost a 4 hour drive... I don't remember it taking that long, but it has been a while since I've been up that way.

I think we're closed that day, so hopefully we'll get there with plenty of time to check in and all, and not be too rushed.

SharkOnLand · Post by **SharkOnLand** » November 28, 2006 12:52 pm

What's the policy on cameras? Do they allow them? Only flash-less? Not at all? Cell phone cam? Bueller?

buffettbride · Post by **buffettbride** » November 28, 2006 12:53 pm

SharkOnLand wrote:What's the policy on cameras? Do they allow them? Only flash-less? Not at all? Cell phone cam? Bueller?

You would easily be able to get a camera in, but they are strictly forbidden to use during the show. And by strictly forbidden I mean that Charleston will not only give you a mean, nasty look, he will take your camera until the end of the show. There will be signs on the doors when you go in that says cameras aren't allowed.

buffettbride · Post by **buffettbride** » November 28, 2006 12:54 pm

SharkOnLand wrote:
~Hippolyte~ wrote:What are your travel plans? I've never driven to Aspen, so I'm wondering what's best, and such. I've taken 70 west over the mountains, but not in December, and never to Aspen.
I'm taking 285 North (from Alamosa) to 24 (Buena Vista), then over Independence Pass (Hwy 82)... According to mapquest, it's almost a 4 hour drive... I don't remember it taking that long, but it has been a while since I've been up that way.

I think we're closed that day, so hopefully we'll get there with plenty of time to check in and all, and not be too rushed.

Make sure Independence pass isn't closed. I think it was last year when we went.

buffettbride · Post by **buffettbride** » November 28, 2006 12:56 pm

buffettbride wrote:
SharkOnLand wrote:What's the policy on cameras? Do they allow them? Only flash-less? Not at all? Cell phone cam? Bueller?
You would easily be able to get a camera in, but they are strictly forbidden to use during the show. And by strictly forbidden I mean that Charleston will not only give you a mean, nasty look, he will take your camera until the end of the show. There will be signs on the doors when you go in that says cameras aren't allowed.

Ok. But I should add that I DO have pictures of me on stage with Jimmy.

You'd prolly be more successful with a camera phone, but seriously, be discreet.

buffettbride · Post by **buffettbride** » November 28, 2006 12:58 pm

buffettbride wrote:
SharkOnLand wrote:
~Hippolyte~ wrote:What are your travel plans? I've never driven to Aspen, so I'm wondering what's best, and such. I've taken 70 west over the mountains, but not in December, and never to Aspen.
I'm taking 285 North (from Alamosa) to 24 (Buena Vista), then over Independence Pass (Hwy 82)... According to mapquest, it's almost a 4 hour drive... I don't remember it taking that long, but it has been a while since I've been up that way.

I think we're closed that day, so hopefully we'll get there with plenty of time to check in and all, and not be too rushed.
Make sure Independence pass isn't closed. I think it was last year when we went.

Yep. You'll have to re-think you're route:
http://www.aspentimes.com/article/20061 ... /-1/TRAVEL

SharkOnLand · Post by **SharkOnLand** » November 28, 2006 1:01 pm

buffettbride wrote:
SharkOnLand wrote:
~Hippolyte~ wrote:What are your travel plans? I've never driven to Aspen, so I'm wondering what's best, and such. I've taken 70 west over the mountains, but not in December, and never to Aspen.
I'm taking 285 North (from Alamosa) to 24 (Buena Vista), then over Independence Pass (Hwy 82)... According to mapquest, it's almost a 4 hour drive... I don't remember it taking that long, but it has been a while since I've been up that way.

I think we're closed that day, so hopefully we'll get there with plenty of time to check in and all, and not be too rushed.
Make sure Independence pass isn't closed. I think it was last year when we went.

Crap, I didn't think about that. It will add a good 2 hours to my drive to go around. Good thing I'll have the whole day off

So... My new route is 285 North to 24, then to I-70, through Avon and Glenwood Springs, down 82 to Aspen. Almost a 6 hour drive...

UpstateNYPH · Post by **UpstateNYPH** » November 28, 2006 1:19 pm

buffettbride wrote:
buffettbride wrote:
SharkOnLand wrote:
~Hippolyte~ wrote:What are your travel plans? I've never driven to Aspen, so I'm wondering what's best, and such. I've taken 70 west over the mountains, but not in December, and never to Aspen.
I'm taking 285 North (from Alamosa) to 24 (Buena Vista), then over Independence Pass (Hwy 82)... According to mapquest, it's almost a 4 hour drive... I don't remember it taking that long, but it has been a while since I've been up that way.

I think we're closed that day, so hopefully we'll get there with plenty of time to check in and all, and not be too rushed.
Make sure Independence pass isn't closed. I think it was last year when we went.
Yep. You'll have to re-think you're route:
http://www.aspentimes.com/article/20061 ... /-1/TRAVEL

Oh man, 82 is closed....that would probably be my route from the airport...