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2011.09.25 The wedding happened. It was great. Time passed we had a kid. We've been married five years and now we've moving to Philadelphia. This site exists as as ghostship, but we're both easily foudn online.
2006.10.12 9 days to go! How come our to do list is getting longer rather than shorter? Hopefully everyone's travel plans are in place; we're looking forward to seeing you next Saturday!
2006.09.11 Wow, in 5 weeks and 1 day we will be arriving in NY for the wedding. Things are feeling very under control after Kate's trip at the end of August, during which she picked the menu, got her hair and makeup done, fitted her dress, and tasted and ordered tons of yummy cakes from Billy's Bakery. Now we're just waiting for the RSVPs to come in before doing the most important thing -- ordering the liquor. We can't wait to see all of you in New York soon!
2006.08.12 We were finally able to reserve a block of rooms at the Beekman Tower Hotel [map] [review], the hotel where our bridal party and immediate family are staying. Studio suites (bedroom + kitchenette) will be $279 plus tax and one bedroom suites (1 bedroom, 1 living room w/ sleeper couch and kitchenette) will be $299 plus tax. To reserve a room, call the Beekman at 212-355-7300, and make sure to mention you're with the Bauer/Brase wedding.
2006.07.29 The countdown is on; we've got less than 3 months to get this wedding together! The latest development the planning of our our post-wedding brunch. Please join us at the Beekman Tower Hotel on Sunday, October 22nd, 2006 between 10am and 12pm for a New York style bagel brunch before you take off for the airport or a day of siteseeing.
Travel
When flying into New York City, you have your choice of three airports, Kennedy (JFK), LaGuardia (LGA), or Newark Airport (EWR). It is simple to get into Manhattan from all of the so we encourage you to pick the one that has the least expensive flights.
Taxis
Taxis from the airports to any Manhattan destination are available at flat rates before tip:
- Kennedy (JFK): $35
- LaGuardia (LGA): $25
- Newark Airport (EWR): $40
Taxis are a cost-efficient way of getting into Manhattan if you're traveling with two or more people.
Shuttles
From there airports, there are several shuttles to choose from:
New York Airport Service Express Bus (from JFK and LGA): The fare is $13, which you pay in cash to the bus driver. The busses operate once every twenty to thirty minutes between 6am and midnight. For exact schedules call (718) 875-8200. The trip is 45 minutes to an hour and there are several stops in Manhattan:
- Grand Central Terminal, 125 Park Avenue (betw. 40 and 41st Streets)
- The Eighth Avenue and 42nd St. Wing of The Port Authority Bus Terminal
- Penn Station, 34th Street (betw. 7th and 8th Avenues)
Express Shuttle USA: One-way fare is $14. The buses run from 7am to 11:30 pm to locations in Manhattan from 23rd to 125th Streets. When you arrive at the airport, go to the ground transportation desk. A shuttle bus will come to pick you up within twenty minutes of your arrival. For exact schedules call (212) 315-3006 or (800) 451-0455.
SuperShuttle: (800) BLUE VAN (258-3826)
Olympia Airport Express (from EWR): The ride from Newark costs $11 one way. The busses run from 6am to midnight to Grand Central Terminal (41st Street and Park Avenue), Port Authority Bus Terminal (42nd Street and 8th Avenue) and Penn Station (34th Street and 8th Avenue) every 20 minutes; this trip is 45 minutes to an hour. Call (212) 964-6233 or (718) 622-7700 for more information and schedules.