Post #750713 by Dr. Coruba on Fri, Sep 11, 2015 1:23 PM

:tiki: :drink:** Tiki Pilgrimage to Philly ** :drink: :tiki:

**Update: Date now set for Saturday, November 7 **
I'm gathering interest in a day trip (or Weekender) centered around a visit to "The Yachtsman," Philly's own (and only) Tiki Bar. A number of us from the DC/Baltimore area have made scouting trips to check out the vibe and the drinks, and I'm happy to report back that it is the real deal. Great drinks, both classics and some of their own originals, and great decor. Well worth the trip.

So it's time to start herding cats and see who is interested. After I get a rough, but committed number, I'll contact Yachtsman to work out something special. Thanks to our previous visits, the General Manager has offered to crank up the Aloha for our group. I'm sure whatever he comes up with will not disappoint.

The Small Print
*Date is now set for Saturday, November 7 *

DC to Philly can be done, without speeding tickets, in a little over 2 hours. About the same time to make it in from NYC. So if you pace yourself, it is doable as a day trip, or as an overnighter. We're shooting for a mid-afternoon stop at the Yachtsman, followed by picking a spot for dinner afterwards. (place TBD) Personally, I'm opting for the "double cheesesteak tour" - you arrive in time for a cheesesteak lunch, go to the Yachtsman for drinks, followed by a cheesesteak dinner.

Very near to the Yachtsman is a new rum distillery which opens up the possibility to adding a distillery tour to the fun.

Everyone will be responsible for their own transportation, but we will pick a time to meet up at the Yachtsman.
Kalaka (carpooling) is encouraged. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o1-2iXQTmU8
Bus and train is possible for those so inclined.

To be very safe, if you'd like to add overnight accommodations, please contact me for some tips for an affordable hotel option. If you play your coconuts right, you should be able to get a decent room for under $100 nearby at a national brand hotel.

We'll green light this if we have at least 6 to 8 people going, and it would be great to meet up with any local Tikiphiles in the the area to add to the Ohana.
**Update: Our current estimated number is around 12 so far, with another few expected to come on board. **

The Mai Tai is in your court...

Aloha,
Dr. Coruba

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