Dunno if I'll be joining any caravans since my bf and I are late risers but could someone provide a basic or more detailed route for the scenic and/or non-scenic way down?

 

I'll second that request. Is there any consensus on the route details yet?

 

Kurvhugr are you planning on caravaning? or just taking the same route?

I have just updated JustDandy's post here:

https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...&postcount=124

Seems like more people are now interested in Caravan B at this point. It is relatively direct and better scenery is a plus. Someone mentioned departing around 10:00am. So I've put that down as the departure time from the rally point. Speaking of rally point, I suggest meeting at a shopping center parking lot right at the intersection of Route 28 and Route 29 in Centreville, VA. There is a Trader Joe's there. The address is: 14100 Lee Hwy, Centreville, VA 20120

Does that work for everyone in Caravan B?

 

Here is a tentative Caravan B map. Total driving time 4 hours, 37 minutes, NOT including stops for lunch, etc.

This version deleted to avoid confusion.

 

Thanks for the directions. I tried posting the Mapquest directions but I was clueless on how to do it. Meeting at the parking lot in Centreville looks good since to close to the Route 66 exit.

I am ready to roll except for packing

 

Hey if anybody knows HTML and can tell me how to post a link without showing the ENTIRE address and/or post a link using your own text, please PM me

 

Here are the Mapquest directions. The main difference is using 29 thru Gainesville.

Total Estimated Time: 4.0 hours 6 minutes
Total Estimated Distance: 224.38 miles


http://www.mapquest.com/maps?city=Da...:::::f:EN:M:/e

 

Is everyone in Caravan B interested in stopping for lunch?

 

Lunch sounds good. That way we won't be starving when we get there and can relax, complete final-inspection, etc. before dinner.

 

FYI, I am planning on traveling south on Sat and stopping overnight at my family farm; will see every one at the Sleep Inn on Sunday.
Should my plans change, I will meet in Centerville too.
Remember, watch your speed between Madison and Ruckersville!

 

Dave and I will be joining Caravan B, also. Lunch sounds good.

 

Thanks for the suggestion, Brian. I think it is a good idea. I'm actually not sure why we originally started with Route 28.

I noticed that the beginning of your trip shows us hitting Route 66 before getting back on Route 29. Was that to save some local driving time? Otherwise, we could just hit Route 29 right away since the Trader Joe's lot is off of Route 29, and just stay on it the whole way down to Danville.

 

Sweet. That makes it much simpler. Just ONE caravan, now

 

These map programs also seem to use odd routes. I guess Mapquest assumed it was the quickest. Lets just hit 29 right away.

Lets definately do lunch and an occassional break to stretch my legs (aka have a quick smoke )

Looks like a nice group in caravan B.

Brian

 

I am for lunch or whatever the group is doing ..

 

Here is a revised Google Map for taking Route 29 the whole way down to Danville with "stops" in Culpeper and Lynchburg. I hope this works LOL:

Final Caravan Route to VIR

Total Estimated Time: 4.0 hours 46 minutes (not including stops for lunch, etc)
Total Estimated Distance: 223 miles

 

Works great! Good job, Larry!

 

I plan to caravan since that sounds far more entertaining. It's quite a bit further to drive for me though since the starting point is about 50 miles from me, so I may change my mind.....in which case I'd be neither caravaning nor following that route. Please put me in the Caravan B group for now - thanks.

 

Okay, I updated the map yet again in post #216 (two posts ago) to include markers for Culpeper and Lynchburg.

I figure we can stop in Culpeper for a quick bite and again in Lynchburg for a restroom break if that's okay with everyone. Even though Charlottesville is the halfway point and a beautiful city, it is much bigger and therefore easier to get bogged down there.

So, if we're all on board, let's hear suggestions for lunching in Culpeper!

 

I suggest Pancho Villa ( panchovillava.com) since I'm still looking for a good Mexican restaurant in VA. It looks like they have several locations and the Culpeper location opens at 11:00 on Sundays. Anyone ever eaten at one before?

I also understand that selecting a theme restaurant can cause problems since you have to like the theme.

Foti's ( fotisrestaurant.com) looked wonderful but its a little pricey for a casual lunch stop.

 

Oooo...Foti's would be right up my alley, but perhaps a little too involved for this trip? It also opens at 12pm. I think we will get to Culpeper before then. Looks like East Davis Street is the place to be in Culpeper though. Lots of historical buildings and eateries, etc.

How about the place called "U Wanna I Scream" ? http://www.discoverourtown.com/VA/Cu...ining-274.html

 

I presume Dave had something to do with the change of heart, GREAT. Yes lunch sounds like a good idea

 

Pancho Villa looks great to me!

 

So here's an update of attendees, routes, and hotels:


"Scenic Route 29" Caravan to VIR:

Meeting Time: 10am
Departure Time: 10:15am
Meeting Place: Trader Joe's Centreville, 14100 Lee Hwy, Centreville, VA 20120
Caravan Coordinator: TBD, with Brian0758 assisting
Planned Stops: Culpeper (Brunch/Lunch) & Lynchburg (Break)

Brian0758 / Holiday Inn Express
PlayPlay / Holiday Inn Express
Mr EZ / Holiday Inn Express
minimobile / Holiday Inn Express
GreenCactus / Holiday Inn Express


Not going to caravan:
T&CMCSa / Holiday Inn Express
Chili Pepper / Sleep Inn & Suites
hypnohealer / Holiday Inn Express
MrMellowYellow / Holiday Inn Express
D-Unit /
JustDandy / Sleep Inn & Suites
bluzeke / Sleep Inn & Suites
Ambrosia / Sleep Inn & Suites
Leprachaun /
lastrega / Holiday Inn Express
kurvhugr/

 

I might also suggest the following:

Thyme Market
128 East Davis St.
The newest addition to the Thyme family features a european-style market with organic vegetables and slow-cooked roasters. Call ahead for a roasted whole turkey, duck, leg of lamb, even a small suckling pig. Take home our fresh foccacia breads, scrumptuous desserts, and a bottle of wine. Everything you need for a gourmet meal at home!
(540) 825-1011
www.Thymeinfo.com



Dee Dee's Family Restaurant
502 North Main Street
Big country breakfast, fresh seafood, burgers and pit-cooked barbecue - home-cooked specials daily.
540-825-4700


Baby Jim's Snack Bar
701 North Main Street
An old-fashioned outside snack bar, specializing in hambugers, hot dogs and milkshakes.
540-825-9212

Bella-Mia's Italian-American Deli
128 N. Main Street
Deli sandwiches, subs, Boar's Head cold cuts, Italian specialities, salads, hot entrees, and catering.
540-727-7632/Fax 540-727-7633



East Davis Street Tavern
110 East Davis Street
Tavern-style dining featuring black angus beef steaks & burgers.
540-825-3955



Five Guys
Center For Culpeper, 15193 Montanus Drive, Culpeper, VA 22701
Famous Burgers and Fries. Voted "Best" for burgers and fries throughout the Capitol region.
(540)825-7077
www.fiveguys.com