2003 National Driving Tour - Hampton Roads, VA Cadillac La Salle Club

2003 CLC National Driving Tour
Hosted by the Hampton Roads Region

Schedule of Events

The Hampton Roads Region is proud to have been selected hosts of the 2003 National Driving Tour and we look forward to welcoming you to some of Virginia's finest destinations! Mark your calendars for September 1-6, 2003 for a vacation you will remember for a long, long, time. You will visit a replica of the first permanent English speaking settlement in North America and see NASA exhibits of the latest in Space travel. And lots more in between!!

Monday
Sept 1 Our tour will begin on Labor Day, September 1st, with registration and check-in at the The Cavalier Hotel on the Beach, recognized as one of the premiere resorts on the East coast. This gracious hotel will be your home for three nights. It is here we will have our "Welcoming Beach Party"* (See Hotel and Meal info below) Monday evening, complete with a Dixieland band! You won't want to miss this get-together as it will "set the stage" for our weeklong fellowship.

If you arrive early, suggested afternoon activities are exploring the Ocean Front; sun bathing; surfing and/or strolling the Boardwalk. Click here for other options. There are many fine oceanfront restaurants - Click here for the Virginia Beach dining guide.

Tuesday
Sept 2 Tuesday, we begin our day early and travel across the body of water known as Hampton Roads, for which our Region was named, to the City of Hampton where we will visit The Virginia Air and Space Center. NASA's research project began at Langley Air Force Base in Hampton and the seven original astronauts trained here. The beautiful Center with its soaring roofline houses exciting exhibits which tell the story of our exploration of space. Due to time restraints, you must choose whether you want to see the museum OR view the IMAX film. A luncheon buffet at the Fort Monroe Officers' Club, overlooking the Chesapeake Bay, will precede a visit to the Casemate Museum and driving tour of the original moat-enclosed fort.

Wednesday
Sept 3 Downtown Norfolk will be our destination on Wednesday. Here we will visit Nauticus, the National Maritime Center, and tour the USS Wisconsin. We will then board the Spirit of Norfolk for a sumptuous buffet luncheon, followed by exciting live entertainment. To top off the day, the cruise will include a tour of the Norfolk Naval Base. Dinner on your own.

Thursday
Sept 4 Up bright and early Thursday, to check out of the Cavalier, and head for the beautiful little town of Smithfield, Virginia - home of the famous Smithfield Hams. This quaint "village" provides lots of interesting things to do and you will be free to roam about and take in the antique shops, museums, view the wonderful examples of 18th and 19th Century architecture and have lunch on your own at one of the myriad eating establishments.

In the early afternoon we will travel on to Surry County and cross the James River on the Ferry Boat. From Jamestown Landing it's a short drive to our Williamsburg "home away from home," The Patrick Henry Inn. You may choose any one of dozens of fine restaurants for your dinner this evening. The historic area is located just across the street from our hotel.

Friday
Sept 5 We begin our final day of touring with a drive to Jamestown Settlement via the Colonial Parkway where we will tour a replica of the first permanent English settlement in the New World, established in May 1607. This will be the site of a major celebration of the 400th Anniversary in 2007. After touring the Fort, the Indian village, and visiting the three ships (Godspeed, Discovery and the Susan Constant) we will return to Williamsburg for lunch at the famous King's Arms Tavern* (Meal info below) on Duke of Gloucester Street.

Following lunch, we will take an escorted walking tour of the historic area of Williamsburg followed by travel to Yorktown on the final leg of the Colonial Parkway. We will have cassette tapes available for a driving tour of the battlefield where the last major battle of the War for Independence was fought. If your car is not equipped with a tape player, you may rent one from the National Park Service visitor center, or better yet, bring a portable player with you on your trip! We will return to our hotel after touring the battlefield and visiting "Surrender Field," site of the end of British Rule of the Colonies - just 20 miles from where it all began.

Friday night is free and you have the option of visiting Busch Gardens, or having a quiet dinner on your own before the big event tomorrow: The Seventh Annual Hampton Roads Region's Cadillac LaSalle Meet.

Saturday
Sept 6 Up and at'um bright and early Saturday morning for our drive to Newport News for the Show, sponsored by the Suttle Motor Corporation. The show will run from 9 am until 3 pm. All cars must be in place by noon. Judging will be by the participants, with special awards being given by sponsoring Hampton Roads Cadillac Dealers. First, Second and Third Place Awards in each class will be given on the field between 3-4 p.m. Our closing banquet, called the "Groaning Board"* will be held at The Patrick Henry and promises to be an exciting conclusion to our week-long "time travel".

Sunday
Sept 7 We will leave on Sunday morning, with fond memories of our time together as we say our farewells.

*See Hotel and Meals Information Below:

ACCOMMODATIONS PARTY/LUNCH/DINNER MENUS

Sept 1, 2, & 3 Cavalier - Check in: 3 pm; Check out: 11 am
Cavalier On The Ocean - The 2003 Cadillac Tour

Participants are offered a choice of Ocean View rooms, Double or King @ $89 or Ocean Front rooms, Double, $114, or Ocean Front Deluxe King, $139. All rates are based on double occupancy. Extra Person charge is $25. Rate also includes one Complimentary front parking lot pass, based on availability. Rates are per night and are subject to applicable taxes. Reserve early and mention CLC 2003 Driving Tour.

Phone 1-757-425-8555 OR 1-800-446-8199 toll free. E-Mail: www.cavalierhotel.com Menu for the opening Beach Party:
Imported Cheeses, Fresh Seasonal Fruits and Berries... Crisp Vegetables and Dip... Gourmet Cheddar Cheese Puffs... Miniature Lumpia with Dipping Sauce... Chesapeake Bay Crab cakes... Chicken Drummettes..Meatballs with Barbeque Sauce... Smoked Turkey and Fruit Brochettes AND Virginia Ham Biscuits... Coffee, tea, fountain beverages. Cash Bar.

Sept 4, 5, & 6 - Check in: 3+pm; Check out: 11am
The Patrick Henry Inn

The Patrick Henry Inn is ideally located directly across the street from Colonial Williamsburg. They have offered the 2003 Cadillac Tour the wonderful rate of $79 per night single/ double, ($5 pp charge for Additional persons.) Rates are per night and are subject to applicable taxes. Reserve early and mention CLC 2003 Driving Tour.

Phone 1-800-446-8199 toll free. Menu for the King's Arms Lunch Friday
Cranberry Shrub...King's Arms Green Salad...Norfolk Pottage Pie (Creamy chicken Stew dotted with Garden vegetables beneath a flaky crust) Grand Trifle for dessert, Coffee, tea and fountain beverages.

Menu for the "Groaning Board" Banquet Saturday
(Served Colonial Style and includes a Balladeer) Fresh Garden Salad, Surry County Cream of Peanut Soup, Southern Fried Chicken, Green Beans Almandine, Okra & Stewed Tomatoes, Virginia Ham, Southern Spoon Bread, Sally Lunn Bread, Pecan Pie and Beverage.

The Hampton Roads Region is proud to have been selected hosts of the 2003 National Driving Tour and we look forward to welcoming you to some of Virginia's finest destinations! Mark your calendars for September 1-6, 2003 for a vacation you will remember for a long, long, time. You will visit a replica of the first permanent English speaking settlement in North America and see NASA exhibits of the latest in Space travel. And lots more in between!!

Monday Sept 1	Our tour will begin on Labor Day, September 1st, with registration and check-in at the The Cavalier Hotel on the Beach, recognized as one of the premiere resorts on the East coast. This gracious hotel will be your home for three nights. It is here we will have our "Welcoming Beach Party"* (See Hotel and Meal info below) Monday evening, complete with a Dixieland band! You won't want to miss this get-together as it will "set the stage" for our weeklong fellowship. If you arrive early, suggested afternoon activities are exploring the Ocean Front; sun bathing; surfing and/or strolling the Boardwalk. Click here for other options. There are many fine oceanfront restaurants - Click here for the Virginia Beach dining guide.

Tuesday Sept 2	Tuesday, we begin our day early and travel across the body of water known as Hampton Roads, for which our Region was named, to the City of Hampton where we will visit The Virginia Air and Space Center. NASA's research project began at Langley Air Force Base in Hampton and the seven original astronauts trained here. The beautiful Center with its soaring roofline houses exciting exhibits which tell the story of our exploration of space. Due to time restraints, you must choose whether you want to see the museum OR view the IMAX film. A luncheon buffet at the Fort Monroe Officers' Club, overlooking the Chesapeake Bay, will precede a visit to the Casemate Museum and driving tour of the original moat-enclosed fort.

Wednesday Sept 3	Downtown Norfolk will be our destination on Wednesday. Here we will visit Nauticus, the National Maritime Center, and tour the USS Wisconsin. We will then board the Spirit of Norfolk for a sumptuous buffet luncheon, followed by exciting live entertainment. To top off the day, the cruise will include a tour of the Norfolk Naval Base. Dinner on your own.

Thursday Sept 4	Up bright and early Thursday, to check out of the Cavalier, and head for the beautiful little town of Smithfield, Virginia - home of the famous Smithfield Hams. This quaint "village" provides lots of interesting things to do and you will be free to roam about and take in the antique shops, museums, view the wonderful examples of 18th and 19th Century architecture and have lunch on your own at one of the myriad eating establishments. In the early afternoon we will travel on to Surry County and cross the James River on the Ferry Boat. From Jamestown Landing it's a short drive to our Williamsburg "home away from home," The Patrick Henry Inn. You may choose any one of dozens of fine restaurants for your dinner this evening. The historic area is located just across the street from our hotel.

Friday Sept 5	We begin our final day of touring with a drive to Jamestown Settlement via the Colonial Parkway where we will tour a replica of the first permanent English settlement in the New World, established in May 1607. This will be the site of a major celebration of the 400th Anniversary in 2007. After touring the Fort, the Indian village, and visiting the three ships (Godspeed, Discovery and the Susan Constant) we will return to Williamsburg for lunch at the famous King's Arms Tavern* (Meal info below) on Duke of Gloucester Street. Following lunch, we will take an escorted walking tour of the historic area of Williamsburg followed by travel to Yorktown on the final leg of the Colonial Parkway. We will have cassette tapes available for a driving tour of the battlefield where the last major battle of the War for Independence was fought. If your car is not equipped with a tape player, you may rent one from the National Park Service visitor center, or better yet, bring a portable player with you on your trip! We will return to our hotel after touring the battlefield and visiting "Surrender Field," site of the end of British Rule of the Colonies - just 20 miles from where it all began. Friday night is free and you have the option of visiting Busch Gardens, or having a quiet dinner on your own before the big event tomorrow: The Seventh Annual Hampton Roads Region's Cadillac LaSalle Meet.

Saturday Sept 6	Up and at'um bright and early Saturday morning for our drive to Newport News for the Show, sponsored by the Suttle Motor Corporation. The show will run from 9 am until 3 pm. All cars must be in place by noon. Judging will be by the participants, with special awards being given by sponsoring Hampton Roads Cadillac Dealers. First, Second and Third Place Awards in each class will be given on the field between 3-4 p.m. Our closing banquet, called the "Groaning Board"* will be held at The Patrick Henry and promises to be an exciting conclusion to our week-long "time travel".

Sunday Sept 7	We will leave on Sunday morning, with fond memories of our time together as we say our farewells.

*See Hotel and Meals Information Below:

ACCOMMODATIONS	PARTY/LUNCH/DINNER MENUS
Sept 1, 2, & 3 Cavalier - Check in: 3 pm; Check out: 11 am Cavalier On The Ocean - The 2003 Cadillac Tour
Participants are offered a choice of Ocean View rooms, Double or King @ $89 or Ocean Front rooms, Double, $114, or Ocean Front Deluxe King, $139. All rates are based on double occupancy. Extra Person charge is $25. Rate also includes one Complimentary front parking lot pass, based on availability. Rates are per night and are subject to applicable taxes. Reserve early and mention CLC 2003 Driving Tour. Phone 1-757-425-8555 OR 1-800-446-8199 toll free. E-Mail: www.cavalierhotel.com	Menu for the opening Beach Party: Imported Cheeses, Fresh Seasonal Fruits and Berries... Crisp Vegetables and Dip... Gourmet Cheddar Cheese Puffs... Miniature Lumpia with Dipping Sauce... Chesapeake Bay Crab cakes... Chicken Drummettes..Meatballs with Barbeque Sauce... Smoked Turkey and Fruit Brochettes AND Virginia Ham Biscuits... Coffee, tea, fountain beverages. Cash Bar.

Sept 4, 5, & 6 - Check in: 3+pm; Check out: 11am The Patrick Henry Inn
The Patrick Henry Inn is ideally located directly across the street from Colonial Williamsburg. They have offered the 2003 Cadillac Tour the wonderful rate of $79 per night single/ double, ($5 pp charge for Additional persons.) Rates are per night and are subject to applicable taxes. Reserve early and mention CLC 2003 Driving Tour. Phone 1-800-446-8199 toll free.	Menu for the King's Arms Lunch Friday Cranberry Shrub...King's Arms Green Salad...Norfolk Pottage Pie (Creamy chicken Stew dotted with Garden vegetables beneath a flaky crust) Grand Trifle for dessert, Coffee, tea and fountain beverages. Menu for the "Groaning Board" Banquet Saturday (Served Colonial Style and includes a Balladeer) Fresh Garden Salad, Surry County Cream of Peanut Soup, Southern Fried Chicken, Green Beans Almandine, Okra & Stewed Tomatoes, Virginia Ham, Southern Spoon Bread, Sally Lunn Bread, Pecan Pie and Beverage.