bradm Posted July 10, 2002 Report Share Posted July 10, 2002 We're thinking of making the trek to Burlington, VT., this Friday to catch Nero, and have a couple of questions: 1. What's the best route from Ottawa? We'll probably be leaving mid-morning, aiming to arrive mid-afternoon. An easy-to-follow route would be best, especially one that avoids going into major cities like Montreal (around/near them is OK, but we don't want to have to go through them). I've heard there's a route through the Adirondacks which is incredibly scenic, but also incredibly long; we'd also like to avoid thing that like 2. What's a good place to stay in Burlington? The show's at the Valencia (at 191 Pearl St.; here's a map). If we could a not-bad hotel/motel within walking distance of the club, that'd be great so we can just park the car and wander everywhere, without having to worry about cabs and/or buses. I've heard there are some good B&Bs in Burlington, but I'd guess they're a bit of the city centre? Are any close to the club? Any info would be appreciated. Thanks, Brad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dancingfool Posted July 10, 2002 Report Share Posted July 10, 2002 As I've been to Burlington a few times, I can say this looks pretty easy, and avoids downtown Montreal and the Décarie boulevard: - 417 East/40 East once in Québec - 13 South to the end (it's a sharp left turn) - 20 East, not for very long - Follow signs for 15 South/10 East/Pont Champlain Bridge - Follow the 10 East (or South) until exit 22 - Take Highway 35 South; in St-Jean-sur-Richelieu, it becomes Route 133. - Route 133 zigzags a little, you may have to make turns, but follow the indications - Route 133 becomes I-89 past the border, and it takes you straight down to Burlington. So in short: 417/40E - 13S - 20E - 10E(S) - 35S/133-I89. Five highways. They can be followed on any decent road map. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
as is Posted July 10, 2002 Report Share Posted July 10, 2002 any room left in the car, brad? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bradm Posted July 11, 2002 Author Report Share Posted July 11, 2002 quote:Originally posted by as is: any room left in the car, brad?Probably not; it's arcane's car, and she's offline right now. It's also a small car, and in the shop even as I type 'cause it won't start. Aloha, Brad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ms.Huxtable Posted July 12, 2002 Report Share Posted July 12, 2002 Hey BradM, why don't you get ahold of Bouche via e-mail about a place to stay. I betcha he can help you outskis! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arcane Posted July 12, 2002 Report Share Posted July 12, 2002 Thanks, Brad. Yeah, my car is small, and I tend to travel large. At least the thing starts now, thanks to a new igniter. (Remind me to stay away from NEC products ...) I should have bought a new car last year, but my expenses are a little unpredictable, what with me supporting a lawyer and all. Thanks for the route, DF (and for walking my passport paperwork around--I owe ya). The other route I'm considering is the 417 to the 138, through Cornwall, meander to the 11, then head down the 2 to I-89. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bradm Posted July 12, 2002 Author Report Share Posted July 12, 2002 quote:Originally posted by Ms.Huxtable: Hey BradM, why don't you get ahold of Bouche via e-mail about a place to stay. I betcha he can help you outskis!Thanks, Ms. H; I already e-talked to bouche (and real-talked to him) and got the info. The place you guys are staying (camping at Dave's, right?) is, according to bouche, about a 20-minute cab ride from downtown, which is a bit far for us; we were looking for a place that's walking distance to the club. So we've got a room at the Radisson on Battery St. It's a bit steep, but a lot of the other places (especially the B&Bs) downtown were booked up. Bottom line: we're going! Roooaaaaddd Triiipppp!!! See y'all there. Aloha, BRAD (Booking Radisson Accommodations; Delighted) P.S. When you guys get into town, give the hotel a call (802-658-6500), and we'll see about hooking up for dinner and/or pre-show festivities. We're booked under my name (Brad McFarlane). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bouche Posted July 12, 2002 Report Share Posted July 12, 2002 Hey As IS.... Email me.... bouche@jambands.ca Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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