Travel

Train

MBTA- "The T"

Public Transportation (C&C®) Boston is a very walkable city and we get by perfectly fine without a car, we recommend you do the same! The green line is an old above ground trolley can be fun for those that don't need to commute on it every day. Both Fenway and Lamplighter are located right off the Green Line, at Kenmore Station and Lechmere Station, respectively. Leaving the airport to get downtown: Follow overhead signs to 'Ground Transportation/Baggage Claim', go down the escalator and exit the airport. If leaving from Terminal C/E, you can take bus #33, #55, or #66. If leaving from Terminal A or B, you can take bus #22, #55, or #66. Get off the bus at the second stop, “MBTA Blue Line Airport Station." If you are staying in Boston proper or Cambridge, take the escalator up and over the tracks to board the inbound train towards Bowdoin Station. If you are staying in East Boston, board the outbound train towards Wonderland Station. Utilize station maps or your phone to figure out any transfers, if you need to transfer to the Green Line, you can do so at Government Center Station. Leaving downtown to get to the airport: Take the T to Airport Station. For Terminal C board bus #33, #55 or #88 For Terminal A/B board bus #22, #55 or #88 Time: 25-40 minutes (based off daily Terminal C/Bowdoin commute) Cost: $2.40 Blue line free all summer long!

Discount Code - THE BLUE LINE IS FREE DUE TO TUNNEL CONSTRUCTION

Travel Note

Sumner Tunnel Closure

In classic Boston form, the main tunnel that connects Boston to East Boston (Airport) is under 24/7 construction this summer. This closure will mostly be a hassle, but does come with a few perks: -25% discount on Logan Express fares -fare free Blue Line & trains every 6 minutes - East Boston Ferry is free and comes with “Skip the Security Line” at Logan for all water transportation users

Flight

Boston Logan International Airport

If traveling by plane, you will want to fly into Boston Logan. If we were flying from CA to MA for a weekend, these are the flights we'd take to maximize our trip, while still not having to miss any work. Friday 8/25- Jetblue 988, LAX-BOS: 11:59pm-8:38am Sunday 8/27- Jetblue 1387, BOS-LAX: 9:48pm-12:59am (C&C®)

Travel Note

Uber/Lyft/Taxi

Rideshare Terminal C rideshares pick up and drop off on the bottom floor of 'Central Parking.' To catch a rideshare or taxi from the airport, follow the purple rideshare signs that will lead you up an escalator to 'Central Parking,' then take the elevator down to ground floor where cabs and rideshares pick up. To get from 'Central Parking' to Terminal C take the elevator to the 4th floor for 'Departures.' Time: 10-15 minutes (from Beacon Hill to Terminal C) Cost: From Airport to Beacon Hill: $20- $30, From Beacon Hill to the Airport: $15-$20.

Rental Car

Rental Car Center

Airport Buses #22, #33 and #55 drop off at the Rental Car Center. According to SpotAngels, "street parking in Boston is free on Sundays. That means even where the meters list a two-hour time limit, you’re able to park free for as long as you want." Additionally, "meters are only enforced between the hours of 8 AM – 8 PM. That means at most metered spaces you’re able to park overnight for free! Take advance of the free time, but make sure you double check when exactly the metered hours for your particular parking spot are." Street parking is extremely limited at Lamplighter Brewing Co CX, though they offer $10 validated parking at the 222 Jacobs Street Garage on weekends, for up to 4 hours. We have found that the Boston Common Garage, located on Charles Street, has the most reasonable rates for leaving a car overnight in the city.

Hotel

Hampton Inn Boston/Cambridge

Highly recommend this hotel, for those who seek convenience. We personally walked around the area to get the lay of the land. It is literally steps away from the T. It is a 3 minute walk to Lamplighter Brewery. There is a shopping center just down the road- 2 minutes by car, 7 by foot. There is a full sized grocery store, a massive Marshall's, McDonalds, Dunkin, Dollar Tree, gas station, liquor store and more! The hotel offers free parking and there is ample parking in the shopping center. The area in general is a much more "suburban" vibe and a lot less chaotic and busy than staying in Boston proper. The walk from Beacon Hill to the Hotel takes 30 minutes. Although the address is a "highway" it is just a normal 4 lane street. TL;DR- Stay here if you are a Hilton Honors member and/or want to be as close as possible (3 min walk) to the reception venue!

Hotel

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Boston Cambridge

This stylish East Cambridge hotel is just steps to the Lechmere ‘T’ subway and the Museum of Science. The location connects you to the unique ‘squares’ and neighborhoods of Cambridge, Boston, Somerville and beyond. Visit and shop popular destinations by subway or walk to... TD Boston Garden, Cambridge Crossing, Museum of Science, Charles River experiences, Fenway Park, Kendall Square, Faneuil Hall, North End and Back Bay. TL;DR- Stay here if you are a Bonvoy Member and want to stay close to the reception venue (5 minute walk).

Hotel

Wyndham Boston Beacon Hill

From arrival to departure, enjoy a comfortable stay in Downtown Boston. Wyndham Boston Beacon Hill combines an exceptional location with inclusions offered for every guest. Whether you go on a stroll to explore nearby attractions or stay in your room to rest and relax, enjoy a calm hideaway in Boston's charming Beacon Hill neighborhood. Walking distance to all weekend festivities. They also have an outdoor pool! TL;DR- Stay here if you want a chain hotel in Beacon Hill.

Hotel

The Whitney Hotel Boston

This is a newer boutique hotel in our beloved Beacon Hill neighborhood. A refined gem among Boston boutique hotels, The Whitney welcomes guests to a calming retreat where uncomplicated luxury resides. Rooms are restful enclaves that provide a chic place to sleep, while the hotel’s social spaces serve everything from coffee to cocktails. Inspired by namesake, Henry Melville Whitney—an American Industrialist and founder of the West End Railway Company —attention is paid to the smallest of details, from lush gardens by Matthew Cunningham down to interiors by Ealain Studio. TL;DR- Stay here if you want to splurge and stay in Beacon Hill!

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The Verb Hotel

This isn't just a place to bunk up in Boston; the guest rooms send you back in time through the decades of Rock & Roll – an authenticity you will feel LOUD and proud throughout the property. Select from 93 spotless boutique hotel rooms featuring in-room record player and speakers – with unlimited access to our own onsite vinyl library. They offer a range of King and Queen-sized bed options, with pool or stadium views. Their Backstage trailers are inspired by legendary American highways and the rock legends traveling cross country creating music that defined generations along the way. It's a brand new urban hospitality experience designed to satisfy the wanderlust in all of us. TL;DR- Stay here if you want to splurge and be close to Fenway!

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Kimpton Marlowe Hotel

Located in Cambridge, the dreamy location overlooks the Charles River and provides a tranquil urban oasis not far from the action. They offer the best of both worlds, since they’re only a short 10 minute-walk from desired destinations like Kendall Square and downtown Boston. TL;DR- Stay here if you want a boutique experience in Cambridge or if you are an IHG rewards member.

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The Bostonian Boston

The Bostonian Boston Faneuil Hall Hotel is a AAA Four Diamond rated hotel nestled in one of the city’s most coveted locations. Set amid the hustle and bustle of North End Boston near South Station, their redbrick façade and classic interiors are an iconic blend of old and new. With most major attractions within walking distance, like Faneuil Hall, Quincy Market and The Freedom Trail, guests are invited to fully immerse themselves in the city’s historical past. TL;DR- Stay here if you want to be centrally located within Boston.