schwarm
Nov 8, 05, 8:07 pm
I know there have been threads on this before (and I've read them), but I wanted to start another one since things change rapidly. Also wanted to share my experiences and hope to get more suggestions.
Here is my strategy for parking:
1. Default lot is Parking Spot, Century. Medium priced and frequent vans. However, the last few times I've had the weird experience of waiting in the red zone upon return at T7 and watching 2 or 3 vans bypass without picking up. This can be infuriating, especially when tired. The last time, I even called to tell them I was there, and the 2 vans still just drove right by (I was waving!). Also, waited a long time to get my car when I used valet. Less than $15/day for self-park.
2. Cheap option is Crowne Plaza. Usually when going on a longer vacation and getting to the airport early. Spots are small and a lot of driving around to find an acceptable one. It can be a long wait for the van to take you to the airport, so don't park there if you are cutting it close. Roughly $10/day with AAA.
3. If really late, Park One Valet. Gets you to the airport fast, but expensive and open to the sky. About $20/day.
4. If going for > 10 days, I like to hire a car ($70 each way, more for return if international). This is very infrequent for me.
Given recent experience, I don't want to use Parking Spot next time. Any suggestions or further comments?
Here is my strategy for parking:
1. Default lot is Parking Spot, Century. Medium priced and frequent vans. However, the last few times I've had the weird experience of waiting in the red zone upon return at T7 and watching 2 or 3 vans bypass without picking up. This can be infuriating, especially when tired. The last time, I even called to tell them I was there, and the 2 vans still just drove right by (I was waving!). Also, waited a long time to get my car when I used valet. Less than $15/day for self-park.
2. Cheap option is Crowne Plaza. Usually when going on a longer vacation and getting to the airport early. Spots are small and a lot of driving around to find an acceptable one. It can be a long wait for the van to take you to the airport, so don't park there if you are cutting it close. Roughly $10/day with AAA.
3. If really late, Park One Valet. Gets you to the airport fast, but expensive and open to the sky. About $20/day.
4. If going for > 10 days, I like to hire a car ($70 each way, more for return if international). This is very infrequent for me.
Given recent experience, I don't want to use Parking Spot next time. Any suggestions or further comments?