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ALUMNI OF PIR 05/18/2012 TG 27 — 8 Divisions (151–156, 813 & 927)

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For those graduating on 05/18/2012. Let's all connect here and share!

Location: Great Lakes, Illinois
Members: 85
Latest Activity: May 15, 2016

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Comment by Betsy, mom of Stennis sailor on March 30, 2012 at 8:31pm: Priceline.com is also a good option to consider for rental cars. I have actually booked cars through them for $12 per day.

Comment by Betsy, mom of Stennis sailor on March 30, 2012 at 8:30pm: Ladies, when you book your flights, don't forget about Southwest Airlines. If they fly from your area, they are a pretty good choice. They allow 2 checked bags free, are usually pretty reasonable in price and if you have to change your plans for any reason, it's very easy to change the date of your flight. It's also a good idea to check on flights out of Milwaukee, WI, which is actually only about a 45-50 minute drive to Great Lakes. It's a pretty straight shot down the highway. Sometimes, depending on what time and day you fly in, Chicago traffic can be a bear and it could take a long time to get around the city.

Comment by diannep on March 30, 2012 at 7:33pm: Residence Inn is very nice...pet friendly too. We used our AAA discount when there. They have PIR shuttle, are 4 miles from base, close to SARGE's MeetNGreet (night before PIR), have studios and 2 bdrm 2 bth units, all with full kitchens. Sleeper sofa in living room. Swimming pool. Free hot buffet breakfast, served earlier on PIR day.

Comment by flgirltwo on March 30, 2012 at 4:06pm: Well, the mail is in and nothing! No formal letter yet! UGH!!! Well, maybe tomorrow! This is starting to get to me! Everyone else is getting theirs. Depressing!

Comment by Trevor's mom on March 30, 2012 at 2:07pm: The Residence Inn (Marriott) is 3 miles from base. That is where I am staying. They said they do not offer the Navy discount May - Sept. but the Courtyard does. He says the hotels fill quick during the summer months so book soon.

Comment by Trevor's mom on March 30, 2012 at 1:02pm: Hi, should I start one for Ship 04 Div 151

Comment by flgirltwo on March 30, 2012 at 12:46pm: Why does it take so long for the mailman to come to my house! Still waiting for formal letter. Just need more affirmation that he's at boot camp! lol! Been 1-1/2 weeks since he called and said he was there! lol!

Comment by flgirltwo on March 30, 2012 at 9:00am: @FTLW I LOVE the countdown clock and the weather widget! Thanks for all your help!

Comment by flgirltwo on March 30, 2012 at 9:00am: Good Morning Ladies! I hope everyone has a wonderful day today! I'm off to the post office to mail another letter! Smiles and hugs to all!

Comment by boiler7879 on March 30, 2012 at 8:50am: mmorales, my son is ship 4 div 152 as well. We are from Crown Point Indiana. how do we start our discussion group???