Need a ride? Have an extra space or two in your car? Flying in and looking to rent a car or share expenses on an airport shuttle? Taking public transit and looking to connect with other participants? Comment below to connect with others.
Please note, that over the years participants have often waited until the last minute to use the carpool board. However, the sooner you post, the more likely you are to find someone to share a ride with.
See our Travel Page for information on transportation to the Winter Getaway.
Hello! I am flying into Philadelphia on Thursday Jan 16th, arriving by 3pm. I’d be happy to share transportation expenses to get to Seaview that afternoon/early evening. The same goes for getting back to the Philadelphia airport on Monday, Jan 20th, leaving Seaview about 1p for my flight back out. Please let me know if you’re interested in car or shuttle-pooling for either or both commutes. Thanks and Happy Holidays!
Hi Christy,
I am interested in shuttle-pooling for Monday, Jan. 20th. I am flying in Friday around noon so will be looking for others wanting to shuttle-pool at that time.
Sounds great, Ksenia! I’ll reach out to Johnny Limo (as recommended by the Workshop) in the next few days to reserve for Jan 20th at 1pm to go from Seaview to the Philadelphia Airport.
That sounds great, Christy! Thanks! What time is your flight out of Philadelphia Airport?
Hi Ksenia, I depart at 4p on 1/20. I wanted to leave plenty of time to get there and through security. So, 1p seemed safe to leave Seaview. Does that work for you?
Hi Christy — I am bringing my book to sell at the bookstore and the schedule says that from 1-1:15 p.m. we need to pick up the books/payment from the store. Would it be possible to leave around 1:20 p.m.? Not sure if I can do that earlier but if so I will. Otherwise that works — my flight is a little later than yours but I agree regarding plenty of time to get through security, etc.
Hi Ksenia – No problem! I’ll book 1:20p with Johnny’s Limo. Looks like Ernestine is interested in joining and I believe they can take up to three passengers. So, I’ll reply to her below as well.
Thanks, Christy!
Much appreciated!!
Hi
Just learned about the “Winter” Getaway for writers and, I presume, wanna-bes. Since I would be coming from the Buffalo – Niagara Falls area, Atlantic City doesn’t feel like much of a “getaway.” In fact, I’m feeling cold just thinking about it.
To be honest, I probably couldn’t concentrate unless I could break up the day with some downhill or cross-country skiing. Is the gambling the draw instead of the probable temperature? I can’t imagine going to Jersey and not being able to enjoy the shore, so I’ll look forward to another trip.
Hi Martha,
We promise the Winter Getaway’s draw is the writing, not the gambling. We’d love to write with you someday. We do offer other retreats (https://murphywriting.com/writing-workshops-retreats/) year-round that you may be interested in attending.
Best,
Taylor
Hello Martha, Seaview is not located on the barrier island with Atlantic City. It’s on the mainland not far from the New Jersey Pine Barrens (google and find the fascinating history and ecology of the area, look up Batsto and canoeing). If you are driving down (my daughter lived in both Toronto and Rochester, so I know the route) and the weather is ok there are interesting places to stop. The Getaway is definitely about the writing! Cindi
I would like to find a ride from the Saratoga/Albany area and really cannot come without a ride. I can even link up with someone coming down the Thruway as far as I84 but can’t drive much further with a weak leg.
I am looking for one or more people to share a ride from the Philadelphia airport area to Seaview the morning or mid-day of Jan. 17th. Since I’m arriving the previous night and know winter flights are often delayed, I booked a room on the 16th near the airport. I’m therefore very flexible as to departure time on the 17th, but would like to arrive mid-afternoon.
Hi Ernestine,
I am arriving on the 17th at Philadelphia Airport at noon (providing there are no delays). I was interested in shuttle-pooling to Seaview from the airport. Not sure exactly what time but was thinking of booking a ride for maybe 1:30 to be on the safe side in case of delays. I was going to reach out to Johnny Limo next week.
Hi Ksenia,
That’s slightly later than I’d wanted but hey, I could write at the hotel. Let’s plan on it. I look forward to meeting you on the 17th.
Hi Ernestine,
Thanks — same here. I will call Johnny Limo in the next couple of days.
I also wondered if there’s still room on the limo back to the airport on the 20th. I’m staying near the airport Monday night so I can leave the Seaview any time.
Hi Ernestine – I’m calling Johnny’s Limo today to book the return trip to the airport on the 20th. Happy to include you as the third since I believe they can take up to three. Ksenia and I plan to leave at 1:20p on the 20th which sounds like it works for you, too! 🙂
Hi Everyone – I spoke with Johnny Limo and booked a return from Seaview to the Philadelphia airport on 1/20 at 1:20pm. So far, we have three of us – me, Ksenia and Ernestine. They encouraged pooling up even more people as they have larger vehicles and can save us even more money if we do so. Let them know if you’re interested in the same timing when you call and they will group us together if possible. The reservation is currently under my name with a note that Ksenia and Ernestine are riding, too. Thanks!
Hi Christy,
I’d love to join if there is still room?
Hi Nik,
I believe it can work out to join us. Just call Johnny Limo at 609-369-1583 and let them know you’d like to ride with the three of us (reservation is under my name). Then, they can confirm if they’ve got a big enough vehicle for us all.
I forgot to add, just be sure to bring cash to cover your part of the fare and tip. The more people we get to join, the less it costs per person! 🙂
Hi, everyone: I will be taking the bus to Atlantic City from Montclair on the 17th and then the connecting bus to the Getaway. Is anyone else doing this?
Thanks again, Christy!
For anyone else interested — I will call Johnny Limo tomorrow to book a ride from Philadelphia Airport to Seaview on Friday the 17th for around 1:30 p.m. My flight is arriving at noon. Ernestine and I will be sharing a ride and if anyone else is interested, please post so they can group us together.
Christy and Ksenia,
Thanks so much. See you on the 17th!
Reservation has been booked for January 17 at 1:30 pm from Philadelphia Airport to Seaview. The reservation is in my name with a note that Ernestine is riding as well.
Hi friends, I’m driving from northern VA pretty early Friday morning to get to Seaview in time for the early Friday workshop. If you are on the route from Fairfax Co./DC/Baltimore and want to ride with me, I am happy to have you, text me 813-767-2634
Ruth
Ksenia, I will take the shuttle from my hotel to the airport on the 17th to be there around 1:00. Could you tell me where I should be? What airline will you be on? If it’s easier here’s my cell phone: 920-277-8887. See you tomorrow!
Hi Ernestine — I am flying on Delta Airlines from Detroit. I am not sure where the pickup point is — will email Jonny Limo. Thanks for your cell — mine is 586-436-4467. We can communicate through that. Yes, see you tomorrow!!
Hi Ernestine — I am flying on Delta Airlines from Detroit. I am not sure where the pickup point is — will email Jonny Limo. Thanks for your cell — mine is 586-436-4467. We can communicate through that. Yes, see you tomorrow!!