Scrapdog
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Just a couple more questions.
My training email shows me staying in the Airport Marriott. Are there restaurants and grocery stores within walking distance? I'm trying to decide if I should drive my car from Pittsburgh (23 hours) or just rely on the hotel shuttle for food.
Also, what cellular service would you suggest. I'll be giving up the old work phone in a few weeks. The wife uses Verizon and I was leaning toward them to have the free cell to cell minutes. I'm planning on bidding the 73 and will be trying to get to IAH as soon as possible. I'd like to have a service that works in Mexico (if there is such a thing).
Just a heads up on the hotel - I had the Marriot scheduled as well for my training. About 4 days prior to going, they switched it to the La Quinta. The class after me had the Marriot as well and stayed for about a week before being switched to the La Quinta as well. They are also putting quite a few newhires into the Crown Plaza (about 15-20 min away). Most of the recur's are staying in the Marriot. Be prepared for something else.
In my opinion on the car - don't bring it. The military re-imburses you to drive, CAL surely doesn't! One of two buds in your class will have wheels to get you around here and there. The hotel service will be fine to get you to the training center and back.
Good luck - welcome aboard!