PHX 4/27/2002
 

B747 will be in town and we will be having a small get together that Sat nite for dinner
So far we have

B747
onefreeman
TransWorldOne
MrandMrsOldGold(possible)

Anyone else in the area ( or passing thru http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/smile.gif )who would like to join please post or email me for details

Edited to add - Or if you just want an excuse to come to someplace warm http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/smile.gif

Jan

[This message has been edited by jan_az (edited 04-11-2002).]

Count Mr.Boulder and I in if you will take us! Where are you looking at going to? We will be at the Hyatt Scottsdale resort for a nice weekend in the sun!

Looking forward to this dinner. Should be fun to finally meet the man behind such ideas as earning on CSA for SkyTeam elite status, completing the AA Platinum Challenge in one roundtrip, etc. http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/smile.gif

Count me in, although I'll have to leave early to go to the airport. You see, I'm departing on my first mileage run that night. It occurred to me yesterday that 4/27 will be a memorable day for me, and I should attend this gathering....my first FT to-do, and the start of my first MR!

Hopefully y'all will choose a restaurant reasonably close to the airport. Of course, it will be one that is in iDine!!

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But it's a dry heat.

I'm coming! I'm coming! (wildly waving hands in the air). The Arizona contingent has supported our San Diego parties, and it's my turn to travel east. I'm actually flying WN - which for those who know me, is a true demonstration of how much I want to have dinner with Jan_AZ, Old Gold and Mrs. Old Gold, TransWorldOne and onefreeman. Knowing I'll be roasted if I don't say it - ok, I want to see B747, with his extraordinary encylopedic knowledge of all things aeronautical. And I'm looking forward to making some new FT friends.

This is my FIRST TIME to get on a plane to attend an FT event! Sadly, I could care less about WN mileage. I actually priced out UA from CLD-LAX-PHX, but $220 to fly in for dinner seemed a little steep.


[This message has been edited by SanDiego1K (edited 04-19-2002).]

SanDiego1K, I see a UA fare of $92 SAN--PHX in W class on UA, 7 day advance. Or, from SNA to PHX on UA in T, with 7 days advance.

Well the list grows http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/smile.gif

WE now have:

B747
onefreeman
TransWorldOne
MrandMrsOldGold(possible)
thebigfish
NickyD
MrandMrs Boulder HyattHopper
westernairlines
SanDiego1K
jan_az

Looks like we might have a DO in the making http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/smile.gif

Anyone else going to come party - guess its now time to start thinking that word reservation

That was a wonderful tip. Unfortunately, there were no available seats on any flight at any time returning from PHX on Sunday. *sigh* I had brief visions of 2,000 miles (for 4 segments)dancing inexpensively into my UA account.

Last I heard B747 was stranded in Canada due to a "paperwork snafu with the INS at Toronto" http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/frown.gif Does anyone know the status of his travel plans for the week to come?

Please post details of where dinner is (hopefully close to the airport).

I'll be in PHX that evening overnighting on a KL-inspired mileage run.

As of Friday night, he was planning to spend the weekend with his family up there, and come back to Atlanta on Tuesday.

I just submitted a successful Priceline bid of $33 for Saturday night, got the PHX airport Hilton.

Now we don't have to risk our lives on I-10 late at night driving back to Tucson. http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/smile.gif

Bowing to pressure http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/smile.gif

onefreeman knows the bartender here and it is approximately 10-15 minutes from the airport!!!

Chuy's Mesquite Broiler
4623 E Elliot Rd,Phoenix,AZ 85044
Phone: (480) 496-0775

around 6:15pm

More of you are WELCOME to come join us!!!!

If this is as nice as the place onefreeman picked in SAN last month, I'm sure you'll enjoy your evening. http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/smile.gif

Too bad I am in the United Kingdom next weekend. http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/frown.gif

Anyways, enjoy the party! http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/wink.gif

By the way Janet - is "MarritoGold" where you are from a new drink? http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/wink.gif

Old Gold, your post encouraged me to try Priceline. I got the Airport Hilton at $31. The cheapest rate available directly with the hotel was $89, so this is a great savings.

SanDiego1K, you coulda posted another seven hundred and two posts without tellin' Old Gold that he bid TWO dollars TOO much for his Priceline hotel. http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/wink.gif

Indeed, as of now I expect to be back in Atlanta on Tuesday, so I am still confirmed for the Phoenix dinner on Saturday.

Of course, the INS can still play spoiler, but I'm not expecting any more hassles.

(edited to correct day of the week)

[This message has been edited by B747-437B (edited 04-21-2002).]

Oops! http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/biggrin.gif

Well, we all know i cant type http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/smile.gif but that is an interesting concept http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/smile.gif

Jan

"MarritoGold" ... a new drink: It sounds like it might have tequila in it, so LexPax wouldn't like it, but I might.

I hope there's room for another couple of FTers. Lex and I are scheduled into PHX at 5:30 pm on the 27th. Assuming the plane is not too horribly late, we'll pick up a car and go straight to the restaurant.

We'll need something nice to look forward to as we're flying out in steerage. I'll work on a recipe for MarritoGold... http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/biggrin.gif

Updated list http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/smile.gif

Well the list grows
WE now have:

B747
onefreeman
TransWorldOne
MrandMrsOldGold
thebigfish
NickyD
MrandMrs Boulder HyattHopper
westernairlines
SanDiego1K
jan_az
terenz
GG and LexPax
Butcher Bird and friend

This is going to be a blast!!! I may have to priceline an airport hotel so I can drink lots of those Maritto Golds http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/smile.gif

Wow! Glad to see so many FlyerTalkers have signed on to this event, it should be a great time. Thank you jan_az for organizing what will be the largest FlyerTalk event ever in PHX.

Can anyone offer me a ride to/from the airport area? Will be at the Radisson (early PL bid) from around 3:30-4 onward.

Gee, I just found this thread, and I'll be in San Jose that night http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/frown.gif . Please keep me informed of other gatherings in our fair city here (maybe at a D-Backs game?).

JP

I'd be happy to offer you a ride to and from the Radisson. Too bad it was Radisson that accepted your priceline bid. They are the weakest link amongst Phoenix Airport-area hotels. Don't let them stick you in a second floor room http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/wink.gif.

[This message has been edited by TransWorldOne (edited 04-22-2002).]

Marrito: It's how you say MOJITO after you've had too many of them http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/smile.gif

SD1k Priceline bid #2? You GO Girl!!

Wish I could be there!!

And to make Old Gold feel worse http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/smile.gif

I just got the Hilton Phoenix Airport for

$30

WOOHOO Marittos for me http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/smile.gif !!!!!!

Cool! who's gonna bid $28? http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/wink.gif

p.s. ¿Ain't they spelled "Marritos"?

[This message has been edited by snake (edited 04-24-2002).]

Regretfully, due to circumstances beyond my control and the will of the INS, I will be unable to attend the Phoenix event.

I can't wait!!! Mr. and I are really looking forward to meeting all of you!!!

Looks like we will be partying without our guest of honor http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/frown.gif , but we have a round for him - in other words the dinner will still be happening

Looking forward to seeing the rest of you Sat nite

Jan

This location participates in iDine.com for 20% off if a Prime member, 10 miles/$ on AA

hahaha, nice catch. I don't even check anymore.

Just found out I'm headed to PHX today (nothing like a little advance planning by the folks a the home office...). Unfortunately, I my flight doesn't arrive until about 9 tonight. http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/mad.gif

I think I'm going to have to stay over tomorrow (Sunday) night, though, if anyone's still going to be around.

SuperSlug-

I'm sure that some of us diehearts will still be there WAY past 9pm. Give me a call on my cellphone when you get in it you want to check and come over and join us. Its about 10 min from the airport.

Jan

Well the day started off with a call from missydarlin in Brussels with some other Flyertalkers, apparently the Mojitos caused her to misjudge the time difference http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/smile.gif but she wished us all well. This promptly reminded me that I better get going and pick up onefreeman and SanDiego1K. We prompty went over to the Hilton, where even on the Priceline rate they gave us upgrades and access to the Executive Lounge ( which was open on the weekend http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/smile.gif ) WE promptly adjourned there where we were joined by MrandMrsOldGold. After our complimentary drinks and appetizers it was necessary to head to the restaurant or we would be late. Thanks to my infamous non sense of direction, being late was accomplished(even in my own town - geez - I should be the Goddess of Misdirection http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/smile.gif ) Arrriving at the restaurant we had Transworld One,Mr and Mrs BoulderHyattHopper,terenz,NickyD,GG and LexPassenger awaiting us. A round of margaritias had everyone in a marvelous mood quickly, though no Marittos were available http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/frown.gif. We were joined by phone by B747 and markbach . OldGold handed out his famous OldGoldluggageTags to those that had not previously received them. http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/smile.gif http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/smile.gif http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/smile.gif After eating and drinking the karoke started and the decision was made to return to Hilton and continue in the bar, where we were joined by the late arriving SuperSlug. AnnaS called to check in and all merrily drank for a few more hours until it seemed appropriate to sleep until this mornings brunch. A great time was had by all, it was a pleasure to see old friends and make new ones http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/smile.gif


[This message has been edited by jan_az (edited 04-28-2002).]

I had a great time in PHX this weekend, renewing acquaintances and making new FT friends. We had the perfect pace, moving from dinner at Chueys, to drinks at the Hilton, to brunch this morning - lots of opportunities to visit with the group and to visit with each individually.

Thanks, Jan_AZ, for organizing this. And B747, we missed both you and Freddie, Jr.

It was worth flying WN in order to attend!

[This message has been edited by SanDiego1K (edited 04-28-2002).]

It was with great sadness that I began the evening in Canada wishing I was in Arizona with you guys.

It was with a huge smile on my face that I finally hung up the phone after chatting with y'all.

I'm glad to see that everyone had a blast, and I'm sorry I couldn't make it this time! http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/smile.gif

Mr.Boulder and I had SUCH a great time! What a great weekend... We have our very prized luggage tags, so many thanks to Mr. and Mrs. OldGold, who are very gracious!

We had a great time at the restaurant talking to TransWorldOne, Terrenz, NickyD and SanDiego1K!

We had a great time at the bar talking to Jan_az, Mr. and Mrs. LexPax, and SanDiego1K.

SuperSlug, it was a blast meeting you and wished we could have stayed awake longer to talk to you! Look forward to seeing you again if you pass through DEN.

Thank you, thank you, thank you for letting us join this very elite group of wonderful people!!!

Next Stop...SIN run!



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