Kris10... hartford is only 45 min from me, 1 hr if I'm applying makeup while driving. We could do it down by New Haven if you want, then you get the water and all that.. just cruise down 91 or 15 from Meriden or the Airport. i actually now think New Haven will be better. Ian can get some culture at Yale, and there are plenty of bars to go around for Waste. Oh, and the ballet is fantastic.
I don't care where they stay, whatever is convenient for most is fine with me. Well, I have given some suggestions for the Hartford area hotels, As far as new haven, I have stayed at the OMNI, sorta pricey, but very comfortable rooms! I will see what I can find for links in that area.
Omni is a great location, right by the green and walking distance to many fun places like the Salty Dog, an Irish Pub is across the street w/ good food. Here's the link: http://www.omnihotels.com/FindAHotel/NewHavenYale.aspx
Here's another option for New Haven by Yale: http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/hvndt-courtyard-new-haven-at-yale/
Yes, playwrite, that's the place I was trying to think of! Omni is directly across from that. But it's near Hula Hanks and several other fun spots.
That's where Carole is today for work. She's meeting with Dennis after work today for coctails, you should join them!