ATTENTION all TEXAS gals!!!

RE: What weekend in April is NOT good for you??

Any weekend in April is good for me (as far as I know).

As for the hotel -- there are so many to choose from, it is a little difficult to know what everyone will agree upon. I really don't know what everyone is thinking in terms of price. In any case, here are a couple of suggestions:

1. The Westin Galleria
Located within the Galleria mall (one of the best malls in Dallas) and it's a Westin (so it's nice). It's also not far from Addison (which has some of the best restaurants and night-life spots in the area). It's a bit of a drive to actual downtown Dallas, though, so if anyone had their heart set on being in downtown...then this isn't the one. Just looking real quick...it appears to be about $140 per room if there are 2 people per room (so $70 per person).


2. The Fairmont Dallas
Located in downtown. About $130. Expensive food and parking but close to the West End Marketplace so we could eat there instead. I'm not terribly familiar with the hotel -- but online reviews are pretty favorable.

3. Hyatt Regency Dallas
Located in downtown. Expensive parking. Has the Reunion Tower (restaurant/bar at the top). Supposed to have a great view of the Dallas skyline. Not sure about the price -- but probably not cheap.


Personally -- I think the Westin would be great for the shopping and nearby Addison restaurants. I'm also more familiar with that area than downtown, so that's why I might be a tad biased.

Shonie
 
RE: What weekend in April is NOT good for you??

Yes, Marla. Dallas. i looked up some hotels and got some pricing for suite that accomodate 4/ room. Hyat Regency Reunion (which has a revolving returant and bar) is $228 for the 4 person suite. that would be $57/person. i personally don't think that's bad. depending on how many end up coming, we could maybe get a couple suite right next to each other...

jes
 
RE: What weekend in April is NOT good for you??

Kelley, No Problem, so far it's just you and me in the car, So you can sit up front! Yea! ;)

Nadine

~~Happiness is an Attitude~~
 
RE: What weekend in April is NOT good for you??

Hi everyone! I don't post often - I'm more of a lurker (I post more at VF) but I would LOVE to join the TX get together!

Nadine and Shauna - I'm in Pflugerville, too! Shauna - I'm probably a few blocks from you. I live right next to Moose Park and my son goes to Springhill. We should have a Pflugerville get-together!:D
 
RE: What weekend in April is NOT good for you??

Thanks for checking into it Jes. I'm game and the price is cool with me. Ladies?


Marla
 
RE: What weekend in April is NOT good for you??

I actually think the nightlife might be better in Addison personally. The Westend can be touristy. But whatever ya'll want. Westin sounds good.
 
RE: What weekend in April is NOT good for you??

Marla --

I was thinking the same thing when I suggested it. The West End *can* be a bit touristy and, honestly, I'm always a little on guard in downtown simply because I don't know if I'm in a safe area or not. I'm sure the West End is okay -- I'm just a bit more comfortable in Addison. That's probably just the old lady in me :)

And, for what it's worth -- the best US hotel I've ever stayed in was a Westin -- so I'm pretty sure it's nice.

Shonie
 
RE: What weekend in April is NOT good for you??

Marla and Shonie, I bow to your expertise! Westin sounds good to me too. When I looked up the price for a suite for 4 people Orbitz said $209 which is within the price that Jes had for the Hyatt.

Addison sound good too, food and fun! Also for at least one car-load of people I can be the Designated Driver. Diet Coke is my drink of choice and Keep 'em Comin' if you know what's good for you! ;)

What does everyone else think?

Nadine

~~Happiness is an Attitude~~
 
The Westin in the Galleria is really nice. We have stayed there many times and went shopping in the Galleria. My DH would probably drive down with me so we would get our own room. Providing we are both free.
Diane Sue
 
RE: What weekend in April is NOT good for you??

Nadine, we'd love to have you. I really think it would be fun. I don't know if you've ever been to Addison, but trust me, there is no shortage of food, fun, beverages & music there.

Marla:9
 
Hey! whatever is cool with me. i don't know anyhting about dallas. we stayed at a Westin in the Bahamas and it was very nice. so they have suites that can sleep 4 or so? you residents are in charge of the night life.

jes
 
I think that if we really want to go for it, let's go for it. We all get along so well on the forums & we do have a main common interest. And hey, the Trekkies do it every year don't they. :D

Anyway, with us splitting the room tab, it should be reasonable. If someone has an objection or an obstacle, you can always let me know & see if we can figure something out, that is if you're truly interested. So far April has been thrown out there. Everyone should check out their schedules & commitments for that month & check back in as to what would be their best week-end. That way, we can set a date.

Shonie & myself, will work on the evenings activities (if you don't mind Shonie)& where to take ya'll. But please feel free to drop ideas as to what you might be interested in doing, seeing or tasting. :D

Marla
 
Thank you Marla!!! and shonie if she decides to help:7 anybody seen Breck? i think she fell off the edge of cyberspace.......:eek: you can take me anywhere. long as there's a bar!!!!}(

jes
 
This is going to be FUN!! Any weekend in April is good for me. I'll be driving up from the Houston area and welcome company if anyone wants to carpool. I have a Suburban so plenty of room for passengers, luggage, steps, etc.

Anyone else in Houston want to carpool?

Mona
 
Sure, I don't mind helping with the evening activities! Although I must tell you that I'm not into doing things that are cheap so you might have to keep reminding me about budgeting concerns. Otherwise I'll have us going to an expensive restaurant and upscale clubs while being carted around by a limo :) Yes -- I would love some ideas regarding what types of food people like and what types of bars/clubs they might be interested in visiting. For example, I cannot stand country music and probably would not consider it unless all of you protested about going anywhere else ;-)

As for a weekend in April, I'm fine with any of them. I think someone said they couldn't make it on the 9th. And the 23rd is probably out due to Easter. How about April 16th?

Cool. This sounds fun.

Shonie
 
Hey Shonie, I'll remind you about budget concerns. Having six kids doesn't leave much left in the account. I could always wait for you guys to get back from the "fancy places". :7 (yeah, right)
 
Hi! I emailed Nadine that I'm interested in getting away together, too. I live in Conroe, 30 minutes north of Houston. Any weekend if okay with me. We submit our work schedule a month ahead so if the date is set by then, I can schedule around it.

I've been doing Cathe workouts for 3 years. I don't post a lot but read a lot to help keep myself motivated.

Please keep me on the informed list for all the excitement. I'm not picky about food, and love all kinds of music, entertainment. I like expensive stuff, but love getting a good bargain and having fun without spending much. So...just let me know the details!!
Lynn
 
April 16th sounds good to me. The 4th wouldn't be so good since the 5th is day-light savings day. We'll be having so much fun on Saturday night, we might all forget and then be an hour behind on Sunday! :)

OOOO Shonie the Limo sounds soooo decadent <sp?>! But like I told Marla, I'll be the DD (designated driver) for one car since I don't drink. (My DH thinks I'm looped all the time anyway!):p You tell me where to go and I'll go!

As for food and fun, I like all kinds of music, and open to MOST kinds of food!;) I too like quality things but can appreciate a bargain. I guess the best thing would be to run anything "extreme" by us. For example: Bungee Jumping, Black-tie attire or Vegan only restaurants might be Extreme. :)



~~Happiness is an Attitude~~
 
You must log in or register to reply here.

Our Newsletter

Get awesome content delivered straight to your inbox.

Top