Would you drive 1000 miles to go to Keystone?

I'm 550 miles, so I'll attach myself to see the results.

Gwyn

50 miles max- 1 day only , after that I’d phone it in for the others😂

Maybe fly pretty for the first time !

Hey Kerri,  thanks for this fun topic.   A  plane is easier but I'd probably drive if I had to.  I flew two different airlines and transferred planes twice both directions to get to Keystone.  Currently I drive 260 miles round trip in one day just to go to Martha's fun parties once a month and I think that it's worth it.  I start from home early and leave the party early so each direction I'm driving for about 2.5 hours.  I've got a bag of snacks along and have good tunes on my flash drive.  I get 50 mpg on my car (2021 Mitsubishi Mirage 3 cylinder stick shift) and the roads are easy with traffic that's not too bad.  So to me, I'm not afraid to put some work in to have a good time with great ladies.  I kind of like driving, especially late at night.  If the 1000 miles to Keystone is a lot for you, then perhaps you can find someone to share the drive and room with you?  You've got a whole year to try to set it up.   Hugs,  Marg

It was my first time at Keystone (but not my first conference) and I had a great time despite dealing with some medical issues. I'm about 160 miles so it is just under 3 hours for me. I brought so much stuff, including a big light to makeup (my ex had a seasonal affected disorder light which is bright and gives a daylight color), a makeup bag, a jewelry box, and two suitcases (one mostly filled with shoes). I give a lot of credit for those who flew to be able to bring all their stuff because of the extra charges for extra suitcases.

1000 miles is a long way to drive, about 2 days each way. If you can take the extra 2 days around the conference to drive, I am sure you'll have a terrific time there. In the last few years I have had a pain in my leg from driving long distances, although I managed to do my drive this year without too much discomfort by taking a naproxin pill before and driving in high heels to alter the angle of my leg. I used to do 1000 miles in two days taking my daughter to college, and then driving home the next day. But 10 years later, I don't like driving that long.

With so many factors going into the decision, I'm not sure I could answer right now. It's a decision you'll have to make for yourself. I can only vouch for the great time I had at the conference.

I actually drive about 1300 miles to get to Keystone. I love every minute of it. It gives me extra time to dress and interact with others along the way. Staying in hotels and going out for a drink and dinner after a a day of driving is what makes it fun. When its warmer i then cant wait to take a glass of wine down to the pool to just sit and relax after the days drive. I dont like to drive much more than 450 miles a day when I'm driving. That lets me stop early enough to unwind before dinner.

Yup and I would enjoy every mile dressed as Jill! Hopefully I can join you ladies in the coming years.

If I were 1000 miles away, I would buy a plane ticket... that's roughly a 14hour drive.

I've done it, but only when I HAD to... a couple of hours on a plane is a worthwhile trade for the ability to relax sooner.

Just my own approach.

Have fun out there,

xoxo

Rayna

Flight time + TSA time + boarding + disembarking + waiting for baggage. You're still time to the good, but all that adds up. Of course driving has to be tempered with city rush hour and/or interstate closing for construction/wrecks. It took me 12 hours to make a 7 hr drive once.

Well it wasn't a full 1000 miles but kinda close. 12 hours,  across borders and mainly a straight drive down on a 4 lane divided interstate 81. My  3rd time doing and enjoy every trip  Immensely. Long drive but worth every mile. My question to you all that fly,,How can you pack for such a wonderful time and not wish you could be more. I come down in a small car mind you and couldn't fit another thing... well again driving as much as it has it does have some advantages..  lol..🌷

Montreal-Harrisburg is 800km*2=1600km or 1000 US Miles so like Stephanie Flowers I basically did it, at least if you count the return trip. With stops it took about 10h. Listened to a two audiobooks made it not feeling that long.

/kelly

For me, driving added to my dressing time, where as flying would have shortened it.

Plus having a car there allowed me to shop and do some other things.

While I would drive to Keystone I would first look at air fare before I embarked. That would be a two day trip for me both ways as I am only good for about 8-9 hours in the car. I often drive dressed when going to my in-laws in the Chicago area. It is such a great feeling driving en femme. I once even had a person pump my gas for me while it was raining which I don't think would have happened if I had been in drab.

Love,

Tommie

If it meant it would be as positive an experience as this past one, I sure would!