2010 Disneyland Half - where are you staying? IT'S HERE - Almost!

[joan4mickey]

I'm confused as to what to do for transportation fro SNA to my hotel and then back to fly out. I was thinking that the DL shuttle would be a good option, but not for sure. My DH has been trying to get a good deal on Priceline, but no luck.

 

[escape]

Joan - several people I know use the Super Shuttle. Have you checked the rates for this service? As Maura suggested, there's probably some coupons available for this. Since it's Labor Day weekend, there may not be as many good deals out there because this is a very busy time for DL.

 

[3TinksAndAnEeyore]

I'm confused as to what to do for transportation fro SNA to my hotel and then back to fly out. I was thinking that the DL shuttle would be a good option, but not for sure. My DH has been trying to get a good deal on Priceline, but no luck.

This thread should help: http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2318297.

 

[joan4mickey]

Thanks Stephanie. I've been to that thread, just can't decide the best option so if anyone has an opinion let me know.

 

[kim3339]

I know you can get either a DL Bus or Super Shuttle from SNA. Forgot the website for the Super Shuttle, I've googled it in the past. Was recently looking for my sister, b/c she is flying out for the 5K. I think the Super Shuttle was actually cheaper than the DL Bus. Booking a round trip also may lower the cost vs buying 2 one ways. It may also be faster, b/c only so many people can fit into one shuttle as opposed to a whole bus. If I remember correctly, the shuttles can only hold a max of like 12 people. Hope that helps.

 

[3TinksAndAnEeyore]

Thanks Stephanie. I've been to that thread, just can't decide the best option so if anyone has an opinion let me know.

I'm glad you had found my transportation thread, but sorry it didn't help you decide on your means of transportation. I think it's fun to take the Disneyland Express, but if you're eager to get to the parks, it's not necessarily the fastest way to get there. My family flew into SNA last time we went, but it was a fluke since we were supposed to fly into LAX and due to a airplane delay, they put us on an earlier flight to SNA. We had already paid for the Disneyland Express from LAX and transfering to the SNA to DLR instead was no problem. We had our DDs (6 and 3 at the time) and had not brought car seats, so the large Greyhound bus was really our only option, but we did have to wait for the bus to arrive. If it had just been DH and myself, and we were looking for cheap and fast, we would have taken a taxi from SNA. If we were looking for something a little fancier (and pricier) we would have pre-booked a limo. The reviews on Super Shuttle (which I've used many, many times with no problems) are a little iffy lately and I think I'd avoid them if I could (read the last couple of pages on the Airport Proximity to DLR and Ground Transportation Information Super Thread for more information on the Super Shuttle debate).

I know you can get either a DL Bus or Super Shuttle from SNA. Forgot the website for the Super Shuttle, I've googled it in the past. Was recently looking for my sister, b/c she is flying out for the 5K. I think the Super Shuttle was actually cheaper than the DL Bus. Booking a round trip also may lower the cost vs buying 2 one ways. It may also be faster, b/c only so many people can fit into one shuttle as opposed to a whole bus. If I remember correctly, the shuttles can only hold a max of like 12 people. Hope that helps.

Hey Kim, check out the thread I posted above. The first post lists the most common transportation options from the major airports close to DLR. It also lists the approximate prices and the number of passengers they can accommodate.

 

[kim3339]

Hey Kim, check out the thread I posted above. The first post lists the most common transportation options from the major airports close to DLR. It also lists the approximate prices and the number of passengers they can accommodate.

Thanks for the info, but don't need it anymore. I'm driving down and my sister is flying, didn't think her plane would get in much later than I was arriving, and definitely did not want to go from DL out to SNA on a Friday afternoon in traffic after driving down in the morning. But she got an earlier flight so now I get to pop over to the 405 and pick her up on my way in. Little out of the way, but it won't be that bad. Expo won't be open yet, and unfortunately no DL until after the race Thanks though!!

 

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4 more weeks! Everyone ready?

 

[WDWFAN9]

4 more weeks! Everyone ready?

 

[MotoXPrincess99]

4 more weeks! Everyone ready?

No!

Just kidding. But this is my first race and I've very nervous.

 

[mandac]

Moto Last year was my first race and I was so stressed out! I remember having dreams (nightmares!) about the race for weeks before. But I made it - and I had fun. This year I havn't trained like I should have because I was sick, so I am just hoping to stay in front of the sweepers and have a good time! No stress - just have Fun!

 

[MotoXPrincess99]

Moto Last year was my first race and I was so stressed out! I remember having dreams (nightmares!) about the race for weeks before. But I made it - and I had fun. This year I havn't trained like I should have because I was sick, so I am just hoping to stay in front of the sweepers and have a good time! No stress - just have Fun!

I started out good with my training but then I had major family issues and then I got sick so I just got back into it this week. I did 7 miles yesterday with about a 12 minute mile pace. I'm pretty sure I will be able to finish in time but I'm still scared. I totally don't know what to expect as I have never run any kind of race.

How early do I need to get there that morning?

 

[3TinksAndAnEeyore]

I started out good with my training but then I had major family issues and then I got sick so I just got back into it this week. I did 7 miles yesterday with about a 12 minute mile pace. I'm pretty sure I will be able to finish in time but I'm still scared. I totally don't know what to expect as I have never run any kind of race.

How early do I need to get there that morning?

12 minute miles sounds great to me! Especially after being sick and having family stuff (sorry to hear about that ).

I've been wondering about how early to get there, too. I remember reading to be there at 4:30, but that seems WAY too early for a 6:00 start.

 

[escape]

I think we got there about an hour early...and we stood around for a while, if I recall correctly. We had plenty of time for port-a-potty visits as well. I know some people that will probably get there 30 minutes before the race (or later). Do what you are comfortable with, though. If it will help break your "nerves" to get there a little earlier, then do so. You can absorb the "atmosphere" of the race, do some people watching (catch some of the costumes they're wearing) and visit with WISHers or others. You won't be able to miss us WISHers - we'll be in the lime green shirts!

You might consider taking a trash bag to sit on while you wait.

Moto - since this is your first race, try not to worry too much about the race itself - just have fun! Just think of it as another training run with a few thousand friends.

 

[kim3339]

Hey everyone, I know a lot of you have already posted, but if not, we also have a thread for our bib #'s so we can meet up with people in/near our corrals! Here it is:

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2528357

3 more weeks!!

 

[mandac]

we cut it a little close last year. I think we were aiming to be there half an hour early, which is easy because we just walked over from the hotel. But by the time we hit the port-o-potty and made our way through the crowd to our corral they had already started the race! I am aiming to be there closer to an hour early this time, just so I don't feel rushed.

 

[Rupert B Puppenstein]

Does anyone know how many people are running in this race? I think it is important to be there as early as possible due to portapotties, etc. It isn't fun sitting around for a while or standing, but at least you get into your corral and focus for a while. At least it won't be cold!

I plan to get there by 4:45 a.m. I got to the Disney Princess Half around that time and it was fine except for that it was cold. I use my iPhone for music so I can play scrabble or monopoly for a while!

 

[kim3339]

The past couple of years the # of participants has been right under 10,000. Don't know if they opened more spots b/c of the 5th anniversary though. It sold out early, so I think the number is still around 10,000. 4:45 - 5:00 is good. That's what time I've gotten there in the past and haven't had a problem with the bathrooms. They have a ton in the "waiting area" if that's what you call it. Hopefully we'll have the marine layer again!!

 

[VernRDH]

Does anyone know how many people are running in this race? I think it is important to be there as early as possible due to portapotties, etc. It isn't fun sitting around for a while or standing, but at least you get into your corral and focus for a while. At least it won't be cold!

I plan to get there by 4:45 a.m. I got to the Disney Princess Half around that time and it was fine except for that it was cold. I use my iPhone for music so I can play scrabble or monopoly for a while!

According to the Disney Endurance website, 11,651 people finished the half last year. Don't know how many signed up but didn't run or DNF. I thought the limit was closer to 13,000, which is still a lot less than WDW.

I am planning to get there around 5am, since we are staying at DL Hotel, it won't be a long commute!

 

[3TinksAndAnEeyore]

I don't think the CoolMax WISH shirt order will be in and shipped out before the Disneyland Half. (I was hoping, but definitely not counting on it!) I do have a plain lime green running shirt, though, and I'm thinking of using fabric markers to decorate the back with a Mickey Head with WISH written in it or just the DIS WISH slogan written on the back. Gotta have some way to identify myself as someone on these boards!