When I hosted the 2 day 968 Celebration in 2002, we used the Hilton Garden Inn and had a rate of $89. However, the reservations had to be made nlt January since all hotel rates go up the closer you get to the Swap Meet. In another week or so, there will not be any hotel available. I did a google search on Hotels in Hershey, Pa and there were a lot of choices but their prices have probably gone up too.
Whether to go up Friday or Saturday?
- Friday events (to my knowledge) are Jeff C and some of the 968 Register members are meeting at the parking lot at the Hilton Garden Inn after dinner. I, and some other 968 owners are attending the Porsche Style and Design evening event
www.aacamuseum.org/exhibitions/porsche-style-design.aspx at the AACA Museum from 6:00 pm - 10:00 which features German food and drink and a presentation by renowned Porsche author Karl Ludvigsen. Rumor has it that Jerry Seinfeld may show up, since he has attended many swap meets in previous years (he is always looking for a new toy!). They will be selling autographed copies of Porsche Origin of the Species - which features Jerry Seinfeld's car.
- Saturday events (to my knowledge) the Porsche Only Swap Meet opens around 7:30 am and, after paying the entrance fee (I believe $15 this year) you can park in either general Porsche Parking, special Porsche 968 parking (had to be prearranged) or in the Concours (entrance $10) where you will find other 968's parked (Jeff has parked his Minty there for the last few years). No competition from me in the Concours since my 968 Coupe will still be on display at the Museum. Trick is to get there early to snag the really good deals from the many vendors. The Concours awards are at 1:00 pm and they do have a farthest distance award. Food and drink stands, and seating, are available. Bring a folding chair, an umbrella (no rain last year) and cash since most vendors do not take credit cards.
Hope to see many of you 968 owners at either the Hilton Garden Inn, the AACA Museum Friday night or at the Swap on Saturday!
