Blondie1, thanks for the help. Just got reservations at Loews and I'm feeling good about it even tho the price seems outrageous! The plebes are not allowed to stay overnight during the PPW, correct?We always stay at Loews! Walking distance to DTA & gates 1 and 3 (DS will not use 3 anymore--guess if you DOR or have to leave you exit gate 3??? So now he's superstious about it!!) As parents of USNA we have always received free parking--unlike Westin. Was disappointed last time for Army Navy game Loews was booked and had to stay at Westin-did not feel like they treat you the same as Westin--and they charge for parking!
The plebes do not spend the night, usually. A few years back they were allowed because some water pipes broke. Ours had different times each day that they had to be back by. They were very concerned about not being late!Blondie1, thanks for the help. Just got reservations at Loews and I'm feeling good about it even tho the price seems outrageous! The plebes are not allowed to stay overnight during the PPW, correct?
Blondie1, I am trying not to read your words over and over again, fearing that time when we will be returning our DGS to the academy after PPW evenings. My heart is already breaking about that and I haven't even yet stopped blowing my nose in thanks for the BFE's arrival. Seems like one roller coaster after another....Toughest part of this entire adventure --so far---was PPW--taking DS back Friday, Saturday, and Sunday night! Was REALLY tough on him as well! Like REALLY tough!!!! IDay was incredible, all the great opportunities for parents! Have to say USNA knows how to make parents feel special! (Okay maybe IDAY wasn't great for the plebes--but it was a blast as a parent!!!!) BUT PPW just plain sucked emotionally for me! Husband and I still talk about returning DS Saturday night (they had to be back at midnight). Made the BIGGEST mistake walking through DTA where the parties were spilling out of the local bars while we are marching him back to his controlled, demanding, difficult environment. We've joked about how PPW is actually just a cruel joke played on parents and plebes alike. Not sure if our emotional distress was normal or not. DS will never ever admit it but he was in serious emotional distress when we hugged good-bye THAT Saturday night! For me......that has been the "suckiest" part by far!!!
I looked at that but it shows no availability online. Did you call or book online? Is it on Academy grounds?Booked a room inside USNA =). Navy Gateway Inns & Suites. I'm sure for some already knew to book there if you are active duty or retired.