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Been to tonnes of festivals around the world but this is my first Roo (Come on!) I'm old enough that I've got us a hotel in Murfreesboro, but young enough that I'll def be drinking (and so not driving). What's the best way to get from Murfreesboro to Roo and back each day?
We have a hotel, so shuttle+hotel packages are a no. Also, guys in our party may be travelling at different times of day (early risers vs late party crew...)
At a few festivals (eg Coachella) our hotel had guys in vans just driving back and forth each day for a few bucks each way. Is this a thing that happens in Murfreesboro?
Post by Яun The Яoo on Mar 20, 2015 13:36:02 GMT -5
It's hard to say without knowing which hotel you're at. I would suggest giving the hotel a call and seeing what people have done there in the past, if they have shuttles, if taxis are available in the area, etc. Wish I could be more helpful, but I think the hotel would be the foremost authority for you. Good luck and have fun!!!
Post by Tainted Opossum on Mar 20, 2015 15:47:17 GMT -5
Uber also may have a strong presence at this years Roo, though that may cause some delays in trying to land a free (available) one. I can bet that if you call your hotel ahead of time, or send an email if you don't want to pay to call from the UK, they will at least have some form of ride sharing or van lines available at a premium. Uber has great accessibility, and competitive pricing - if all else fails.
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Been to tonnes of festivals around the world but this is my first Roo (Come on!) I'm old enough that I've got us a hotel in Murfreesboro, but young enough that I'll def be drinking (and so not driving). What's the best way to get from Murfreesboro to Roo and back each day?
We have a hotel, so shuttle+hotel packages are a no. Also, guys in our party may be travelling at different times of day (early risers vs late party crew...)
At a few festivals (eg Coachella) our hotel had guys in vans just driving back and forth each day for a few bucks each way. Is this a thing that happens in Murfreesboro?
Any advice appreciated.
EXCITED.
Is there a reason you're not camping? That's the easiest thing and I think half the fun of roo. Oh, and congrats on your first Bonnaroo! You're going to love it!!!
Been to tonnes of festivals around the world but this is my first Roo (Come on!) I'm old enough that I've got us a hotel in Murfreesboro, but young enough that I'll def be drinking (and so not driving). What's the best way to get from Murfreesboro to Roo and back each day?
We have a hotel, so shuttle+hotel packages are a no. Also, guys in our party may be travelling at different times of day (early risers vs late party crew...)
At a few festivals (eg Coachella) our hotel had guys in vans just driving back and forth each day for a few bucks each way. Is this a thing that happens in Murfreesboro?
Any advice appreciated.
EXCITED.
Is there a reason you're not camping? That's the easiest thing and I think half the fun of roo. Oh, and congrats on your first Bonnaroo! You're going to love it!!!
I was wondering the same thing... Is it too hard to do the camping thing, when traveling from so far? I would think its going to cost a pretty penny to travel back and forth to a hotel.
I know tj & fwstringer came from the UK to Bonnaroo last year. If they're still coming around these here parts they may be able to help you. I believe one of them had family here though and kinda made a little vacation out of it too... disco2000 is also in the UK, I'm not sure if he's actually been to Roo or not yet though..
If you learn to drive on the right side of the road maybe you could rent a car.
It's really not that difficult - the one thing you have to be extra vigilant about is not straightening up on the wrong side after a turn. And you will turn on the windscreen wipers when you want to use your indicator... several times. Besides, Quacker, how's he gonna learn unless he rents a car first, hmm? Through the magic of osmosis?
Your best options have already been discussed - Uber, hotel shuttles, taking turns as designated driver, or sucking it up and camping. Your hotel may organise shuttle vans for Bonnaroo, and even if not, there are enough of you that you might be able to talk them into it. I understand wanting the creature comforts, but two 30-minute taxi/Uber rides each day for 4 days will total at least $250. Plus the music will run until at least 4am on Friday and Saturday. Weigh your options carefully.
Post by fwstringer on Mar 20, 2015 17:50:30 GMT -5
Howdy.
I would suggest camping. We had the best time ever camping and we spent so little money because of it.
It might sound shitty but it's not like festival here (I've been to more than you). We had a lot of space, great loos and even better neighbours.
I would say that the friends I made at Roo weren't from the show they were from the campsite. If you're there for more vibes than just Mumford then I would camp. Be brave. It will change your life. It did mine.
Having camped for ten years plus at Glastonbury, sometimes in mud that came up to my waist (!), I'm cool with camping and its life-changing experiences However, getting a bit older with a few back probs, and coming off the back of two week roadtrip around the US, we've buckled and gone for a decent bed.
We're at the the Embassy Suites so will give them a call for advice.
See you in the fields unless we get the indicator mixed up with the wipers and end up on fire in a ditch...
Having camped for ten years plus at Glastonbury, sometimes in mud that came up to my waist (!), I'm cool with camping and its life-changing experiences However, getting a bit older with a few back probs, and coming off the back of two week roadtrip around the US, we've buckled and gone for a decent bed.
We're at the the Embassy Suites so will give them a call for advice.
See you in the fields unless we get the indicator mixed up with the wipers and end up on fire in a ditch...
You'll have a wonderful time! Welcome to the farm :-) and seriously consider the brunch mentioned above, its an experience in itself
We're at the the Embassy Suites so will give them a call for advice.
I stayed at the Embassy Suites last year, (I'm camping this year) and the shuttles run every hour from Roo to the hotel and back.
After checking into the hotel, I checked in with the Bonnaroo table at the hotel. They gave me my shuttle pass (just a little orange card) and told me I would need it to board the shuttles. Not once did a shuttle driver ask to see my shuttle pass when boarding. It seemed like if you wanna go to Roo, they'll take you- the drivers are driving no matter what so they don't really care. That was my experience at least.
Another part of doing the uber/cab route to consider: If they drop you off at the bushy branch road entrance, there will most likely be traffic everyday. The absolute closest you should expect to get every day is the winery, the furthest maybe even the exit off the interstate. You are looking at a really long walk at that point to get to Centeroo, maybe like an hour of walking? I've walked from the winery before and its doable, but its not the most pedestrian friendly route and I wouldn't do it again (checkout googlemaps to get an idea of how long the walk is).
And then there is trying to find a cab/uber when you are leaving Roo at 4am. I have no idea how one would go about doing this, maybe there is a cab line somewhere I don't know about, but I wouldn't count on it being an easy/smooth process.
The way I look at it you have one of two options:
1. Camp - Assuming you don't want to fly with camping gear, go to a walmart at some point after your arrival in the states and buy some camping gear (tent, ez up, camp chair(s), water). Ditch it or give it away after Roo.
2. Rent a car - Designate a sober driver for each day, and tell all your friends to get their shit together and ride to and from the festival at the same time.
Let us know what you decide, yours is an interesting situation. Do this right and you'll have the time of your life.
If you learn to drive on the right side of the road maybe you could rent a car.
It's really not that difficult - the one thing you have to be extra vigilant about is not straightening up on the wrong side after a turn. And you will turn on the windscreen wipers when you want to use your indicator... several times. Besides, Quacker, how's he gonna learn unless he rents a car first, hmm? Through the magic of osmosis?
Your best options have already been discussed - Uber, hotel shuttles, taking turns as designated driver, or sucking it up and camping. Your hotel may organise shuttle vans for Bonnaroo, and even if not, there are enough of you that you might be able to talk them into it. I understand wanting the creature comforts, but two 30-minute taxi/Uber rides each day for 4 days will total at least $250. Plus the music will run until at least 4am on Friday and Saturday. Weigh your options carefully.
Haha. I know what you mean. I've driven in the US and British Virgins as well as Antigua and it does get easier as you go along. But I do remember turning on my wipers about 50 times on a nice sunny day. The worst part for me was pulling out of a parking lot and forcing myself to remember to keep left.
We're at the the Embassy Suites so will give them a call for advice.
I stayed at the Embassy Suites last year, (I'm camping this year) and the shuttles run every hour from Roo to the hotel and back.
After checking into the hotel, I checked in with the Bonnaroo table at the hotel. They gave me my shuttle pass (just a little orange card) and told me I would need it to board the shuttles. Not once did a shuttle driver ask to see my shuttle pass when boarding. It seemed like if you wanna go to Roo, they'll take you- the drivers are driving no matter what so they don't really care. That was my experience at least.
It's really not that difficult - the one thing you have to be extra vigilant about is not straightening up on the wrong side after a turn. And you will turn on the windscreen wipers when you want to use your indicator... several times. Besides, Quacker, how's he gonna learn unless he rents a car first, hmm? Through the magic of osmosis?
Your best options have already been discussed - Uber, hotel shuttles, taking turns as designated driver, or sucking it up and camping. Your hotel may organise shuttle vans for Bonnaroo, and even if not, there are enough of you that you might be able to talk them into it. I understand wanting the creature comforts, but two 30-minute taxi/Uber rides each day for 4 days will total at least $250. Plus the music will run until at least 4am on Friday and Saturday. Weigh your options carefully.
Haha. I know what you mean. I've driven in the US and British Virgins as well as Antigua and it does get easier as you go along. But I do remember turning on my wipers about 50 times on a nice sunny day. The worst part for me was pulling out of a parking lot and forcing myself to remember to keep left.
Yep, that's always the trickiest bit - straightening up on the wrong side is so damn tempting. And those damn wipers!
We used the hotel shuttle last year. The Principle reason was Bonnaroo was 4 days of a 22 day Road Trip and we couldn't really afford to expend 2-3 days energy on recovering from a camping festival, especially one as grueling as Roo.
We looked into taxis and were quoted $80-100 one way, but Uber wasn't much of an option last year. We booked our hotel and then got the shuttle pass on arrival, it wasn't a joint package.
It took about 45 mins from Murfeesboro, but was air conditioned so not unpleasant. The times aren't great, they tend to leave the festival on the hour, which is as bands finish, so it leaves a bit of limbo whether to miss the last 15 minutes of a band, or wait 45 more for a bus. That's the only real problem we faced.
Generally, after a good nights sleep in a bed and hotel, me and the missus felt prepared to face the heat. It didn't really hit home until the Sunday just how oppressive the sun can get, so it seemed a little unnecessary until then, but come the Sunday the extra energy reserves really paid dividends.
I understand the whole "it's not the same" argument, and I'd definitely camp if that's all I was in the states for, but we got up on Monday, drove to Nashville, had pancakes and got on with our holiday. I know that Monday after Glastonbury, Leeds, Benicassim etc etc I've had nothing left in the tank and just needed rest.
Bare in mind you're free to wander the camp grounds, so can hitch up somewhere and chat to campers. They aren't your neighbours, but you can always join in the community spirit.
