Guest guest Posted January 10, 2002 Report Share Posted January 10, 2002 Announcing the First FUN Together! August 23, 24, and 25, 2002 Friday, Saturday and Sunday In the beautiful, seaside resort of SANTA BARBARA, CALIFORNIA What a better time for a family trip and the opportunity AT LAST to meet your email friends! Our HEADQUARTERS is East Beach's Historic Raddison Hotel,built in 1931 with terrific mountain views and right near State Street and all the waterfront action too! We have chosen this location not only for its accessibility, but for the numerous possibilities For FUN and LIVE chat with all your pals! The Raddison does have accessible features including several accessible rooms. If you find this hotel out of your budget we suggest http://www.sbhotels.com There are campsites in the area also but you do need reservations! There are MANY sites to see and much FUN to be had! Don't miss out! Plenty of time for plain old relaxation too! OUR WEEKEND PLANS ARE LOOSE to allow spontaneity and flexibility. Plenty of time to visit with our SPECIAL GUESTS TOO! (to be announced!) OUR Flexible ITINERARY August 23, Friday, 2002 check-in 4 PM Followed by Meet and Greet Each other in the Raddison's Lounge. Enjoy no-host cocktails, mocktails, nibbles Dinner following on your own with family and/or friends Restaurant suggestions abound, just ask! Explore Nighttime City Life or Settle in to bed early. August 24, Saturday, 2002 Early Risers enjoy specialty coffees and breakfast delights At the many cafes on World Famous State Street (A Convenient electric shuttles run up State Street >From the Waterfront area allowing access to the downtown Shopping district with a myriad of outdoor cafes, Restaurants and shops) Scheduled Reservation Brunch/Lunch 11:30 AM - The Harbor House at Stearns Wharf (No host, but reservations needed for our giant table set up!) Enjoy the " Catch of the Day " or many other fine specialties as we watch a sailing competition and the many beautiful yachts in the bay. AFTERNOON PLANS with friends of like interest might include Shopping, the Zoo, A City Tour, the Historic Mission, Botanic Gardens, Parks, Museums, the Bird refuge, Historic Theaters, Contemporary Arts Forum and more. Or you may prefer to spend time in the City Waterfront's many parks With accessible pathways for smart carts, scooters or wheelchairs. Or join us pool side at the Raddison for a relaxing day of talking, tanning, swimming and special visits! 5 PM Converge at Raddison's Bistro for nibbles before an Award winning dinner. Ready then for more nightlife? Or perhaps relax and take it easy enjoying local wines and chat patio style Under the stars? SUNDAY AUGUST 25, 2002 Early risers enjoy coffee and muffins before heading Off to the many diverse inspirational houses of worship if you choose, A full list is available to you upon request at the Front Desk. 11:30 AM - Italian Brunch at Piatti Journey five minutes by car to the Montecito enclave and Piatti's Patio for An Italian brunch/lunch and group photo. Then back to the Waterfront to take in the Art Exhibit Before good-byes and the trip home. ALL hotel accommodations, brunches and dinners are No-Host; (YOU make your own reservations and accommodations and pay for meals) We do appreciate your meal reservations so we know how many place settings and table arrangements to set up for at the shared meals. Santa Barbara's weather at this time of year is mildly warm 75F degrees and pleasant. Because there is much to see and do, car rental is a must! Families welcome! While our FunTogether is only one weekend, you might want to spend more time in the area the week before or after our gathering, exploring the many gems of Central Coast California! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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