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Casper
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Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Monday, March 06, 2006 - 11:42 am: | |
Help,
I’m flying in to Tampa on the night of Wednesday, Mar 15, and I’d like to be at Horizon Coach in Arcadia at 8am the next morning Thursady the 16th). Haven’t had much luck setting up a 1 way rental car. I can do a taxi for about $180,,,
Any tips?
Thanks,
Casper |
JW Smythe (Jwsmythe)
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Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Monday, March 06, 2006 - 5:56 pm: | |
What are you doing, picking up a bus?
I'll be in Tampa during that period. I'm not 100% sure of what my schedule is going to be, I'll be in Tampa for work. I'll be somewhere between Tampa and Brandon. I *MAY* be available in the evening. That would mean dropping you at a hotel or something, and you'd have to make the last mile on your own the next morning. I don't know what they have for motels out there.
Put me down at the bottom of your list for help, just above a taxi bill for 90 miles.
I don't know what the Greyhound route is like. I had a quick look at their site, and it seems there's one that runs down I-75, that you can catch in downtown Tampa. You could get off in Punta Gorda. That still puts you 25 miles from Arcadia.
Amtrak does run through the middle of the state, but not on that side.
There's a small airport in Arcadia, but I doubt there's anything other than private air traffic.
I always stayed around the Tampa/St.Pete/Brandon area, and smaller cities to the North. I'm not sure I've even been to Arcadia before, but it's perfectly possible. I only lived in the area for about 20 years. |
John MC9
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Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Monday, March 06, 2006 - 7:14 pm: | |
If you're going to Arcadia, why aren't you flying into the
Sarasota/Bradenton International Airport? It's only 50 miles
from Arcadia, instead of 100 from Tampa... |
Jack Conrad (Jackconrad)
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Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Monday, March 06, 2006 - 7:35 pm: | |
If you need an Arcadia motel, try Best Western (863-494-4884)or Economy Inn (863-494-2915). Best Western is the motel of choice for Bussin' Rallies. These 2 are closer than the Holiday Inn Express (863-494-5900) which is on the east side of town near the WalMart. Jack |
motorcoach1
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Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Monday, March 06, 2006 - 7:58 pm: | |
use the airport shuddel service it's cheaper that a taxie and book it when you book the flight if possable ,,the service is real good and reliable. |
Luke Bonagura (Lukeatuscoach)
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Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Monday, March 06, 2006 - 8:16 pm: | |
HI Casper & Folks:
The two trips I made to Jack & Paula's rally, I flew into Fort Myers. From there, it is a straight drive North to Arcadia. Short Drive!!!
I Hope this HELPS!!
Happy & SAFE!! Bussin' to ALL.
LUKE at US COACH |
Ed (Ednj)
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Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Monday, March 06, 2006 - 8:55 pm: | |
Casper
Call the local Harley dealer and rent a Harley $50.00 a day.If your a HOG member dont forget fly and ride. |
David Evans (Dmd)
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Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Monday, March 06, 2006 - 10:24 pm: | |
There is a Enterprise car rental in Arcadia.1800 rentacar. Maybe you can do a one way to them. Their # is 863-993-1265 in Arcadia. 7:30-6pm sat 9-12. Good luck on the 04. |
Brian Elfert
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Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Monday, March 06, 2006 - 10:31 pm: | |
I'll bet it is cheaper to fly into Tampa than Sarasota. For the heck of it, I checked prices from MSP to Sarasota vs Tampa for 15 days from now. $70 more to fly to Sarasota.
I'm actually looking at flying to South Florida next week to look at three coaches, one in Arcadia, one in Orlando, and one in West Palm Beach.
I can get cheap flights with three to four days notice on Sun Country to Fort Meyers, Orlando, or Tampa. Each one would be about $300 or so round trip. I will need to rent a car and put on a few miles to see all three coaches.
Brian Elfert |
Stephen Fessenden (Sffess)
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Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Monday, March 06, 2006 - 11:32 pm: | |
Major rental companies in Florida allow drop off anywhere in Florida. I tried rent at Tampa March 15, Return Ft. Myers March 17 and found lots of availability for $77 and up for two days (plus outlandish taxes and fees of course). Also one day rates at half that price. You are probably having trouble finding an Arcadia drop off.
If you are near a Southwest Airlines terminal, they are best if there are any changes of plans. No fee for change. Your money stays available for one year. Economical one way fares and good service. No wonder they make a profit. They fly to Tampa, Orlando, Ft. Myers, West Palm Beach and Ft. Lauderdale. |
Jack Conrad (Jackconrad)
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Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Tuesday, March 07, 2006 - 7:27 am: | |
If you are coming to Arcadia and have a few extra minutes, give me a call. We might be able to meet at our place or in town. Always interested in meeting and visiting with other busnuts. Jack Conrad home 863-993-3683 Cell 863 444-3400 |
Casper
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Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Friday, March 10, 2006 - 11:40 am: | |
I got it.
1 way rental from Tampa airport to Punta Gorda, and the guys at Hertz in Punta Gorda will run me over to Arcadia - all for ~$84.
I'll give you a buzz on Thursday the 16th Jack. Looking forward to it.
Casper |