Hmmm good point, but being the only AFL free weekend for a fair while, I still think it might be worth it. Open to suggestions though, what do others think? People would likely be home for dinner on the 4th if that helps?September 4th is Fathers Day - that may affect some. Any chance of making it the next weekend?
By then, your baby will be much older and your wife might like to have some ladies over for a girls' weekend!12 months ago I would be all over this, with a 9 month old in the house my wifenow questions why I disappeared for so long walking to the fridge to get a drink
I have a couple of questions, which might be relevant to others flying in also.
Which airport should we fly into?
For a Friday arrival, would a morning flight, midday flight or afternoon flight suit whoever might be available to do a pickup?
And if we leave Sunday morning will a drop off be available?
I'm fine to wait at the airport till it suits someone - there's always a bar.
If I can find these things out I'll book my flights pretty soon.
I guess accommodation can be worked out once we're there. There maybe some chance to double up on some rooms to save a bit. (Everyone's seen "Planes, Trains and Automobiles" haven't they? )
Fathers Day isn't a problem - my wife and kids told me it's no where near as important as Mothers Day so don't worry about missing it - haha.
All sounds great - I'll start hunting some times and prices.Totally fair questions, here are my answers.
*Avalon airport is closer, but Melbourne Tullamarine is not a problem either (is about 75mins drive is all)
*Arrive anytime Friday, I'll take a few days off before and after and will be available or have someone available to collect you.
*I will ensure you get a airport drop off Sunday anytime.
*I would likely join you at the bar anyway
*Depending on what level of accommodation your after, I am more than happy (and have clearance from wife) to have heaps here. We have a spare bedroom with queen bed, two lounge rooms with large couches and extra floor space, two bathrooms, two toilets and a big backyard if you want to camp out!
i will be joinng you :pUmmm yes! Also happy to do an airport run on the way through as I have to go past it anyway :) although we might take a while....
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