Nov. 28, 2007
MEMPHIS, TENN. -
Note: Deadline to sign up for this charter flight is Friday, Nov. 30th, at 5 p.m.
Please see below for information specifically geared to Tiger fans who plan to attend the 2007 R+L Carriers New Orleans Bowl. The information includes specifics on a limited charter flight that is available through Bank of Bartlett/ Bartlett Travel, ticket information and hotel availability to Tiger fans.
Charter Flight Information
Bank of Bartlett/ Bartlett Travel will provide a charter flight to the New Orleans Bowl for Tiger fans. The flight will depart from Memphis International Airport at approximately 11 a.m. Friday, December 21 and return immediately after the game. This same day charter flight makes it possible for Tiger fans to experience the flavor of New Orleans and cheer the Tiger football team onto victory and also to cheer on the Tiger basketball team against Georgetown the following day, 11 a.m. Saturday, December 22nd at FedExForum.
The flight includes round trip air, bus transfers to and from the bowl game, and light on-flight refreshments for $555 per person. Interested parties should contact Bartlett Travel at 373-5400 to make reservations.
Hotel Information
Tiger fans are offered lodging at the Hilton New Orleans Riverwalk at a rate of $115 per night (tax included). To make reservations please contact Jodi Johnson at the Travelennium Tiger Hotline at 901.762.7047 or 800.844.4924, ext. 347.
First nights room and tax will be charged upon registration. The final amount will be charged on Dec. 10th and the amount will be determined by the number of nights you reserved. Space is limited. We currently have rooms available starting Monday, Dec 17th with check out on Saturday, Dec 22nd.
No shows as well as early departures will be charged an additional one night's room and tax. CANCELLATION POLICY - If you must cancel your reservation, you will be assessed a 50% per room penalty cancellation fee. Cancellations within two weeks of departure are nonrefundable.
Ticket Information
New Orleans Bowl tickets are not included in the charter flight or hotel cost. To order tickets please contact the University of Memphis Athletic Ticket Office at 678-2331 by Monday, December 10th to receive ticket priority. Tickets are $40 each with all of the Tigers' allotment allocated along the sidelines of the Louisiana Superdome. Priority for ticket locations will be determined through Tiger Scholarship Fund donations, the previous purchase of football season tickets and finally to the general public. Please make sure to buy your tickets directly from the Tiger Ticket Office as purchases made in this manner directly benefit the Athletic Department.
Alumni Association Events
Tiger Fans are invited to join the Alumni Association for a True Blue Celebration on Thursday, December 20 at 8 p.m. at Jackson Square in the French Quarter in New Orleans. Our Mighty Sound of the South Band and cheerleaders will lead us in True Blue Spirit!
Get your game face on and join us for a TRUE BLUE Pep Rally on Game Day, Friday, December 21 at 4:30 p.m. in front of the Superdome. Our event, sponsored by the Alumni Association and Tiger Scholarship Fund, will get you ready to fight like TIGERS!
Memphis Area Watch Parties:
Stay tuned to www.memphis.edu/alumni for updated information!
Collierville
Johnny Brusco's
225 New Byhalia Road, Collierville, TN 38017
Memphis
Cockeyed Camel
6080 Primacy Parkway, Memphis, TN 38119
Out of Town Watch Parties
Stay tuned to www.memphis.edu/alumni for updated information!
Atlanta Watch Party
Barnacles
6365 Peachtree Industrial Blvd, Doraville, GA 30360-2543, US
(770) 451-6778
Nashville Watch Party
The Athletic Club, Embassy Suites Franklin
820 Crescent Centre Drive, Franklin, TN 37067
(615) 515-5151
Washington DC Watch Party
Top Shelf Bar and Grill
639 Indiana Ave, NW Washington DC
www.shelfdc.com
