Close
 

So close but so far away. Drove with my dh to Napperville Illinois where he will be working for two days. Quilt shop is only 3.4 miles away from hotel but it doesn't stay open past 5 or 5:30 and dh will have the car. Dang. I don't need any more fabric but it is frustrating to have it that close and not go there.

how about a taxi or bus?

My husband goes on business trips a lot, and this summer I tagged along on a couple of them. Got online, found a quilt museum and a quilt shop within 2 blocks of each other less than a mile from the hotel. Went down to the desk, smiled sweetly and asked if the shuttle could take me there. Shuttle was quiet for the moment, so the desk clerk said sure! I tipped the driver $5 and he was prompt in picking me up once I was done. My only complaint was that the quilt museum was closed, even though their hours posted said they were open. Nobody there. :(

Why not take your husband to work then keep the car?

Naperville has a downtown shuttle bus (I think it's even free sometimes) that runs sometimes. Haven't tried it in a few years, but you might look up their city's website to see if it still runs.

Also, it might run you around $10 each way, but you can always call 303 Taxi at 630-303-0303. Maybe you could take the taxi to Quilt Shop & have hubby pick you up after work. Downtown Naperville has plenty of places to grab a coffee/tea while you wait -- probably very close to quilt shop.

Do keep in mind that IL has a 6.25% sales tax -- I don't recall if Naperville adds a city tax onto that (I don't think they do). I've seen too many visitors get a shock when their items ring up for $4-5 more than they expected. Still, there are many talented fiber artists in the area & some LQS-es will even carry hand-dyes or original design prints. Definitely worth the stop if you can sort out the logistics!

What are you going to do in the hotel all day. Dream about the quilt shop? No find some way to get there as suggested above it will make the day much more exciting. Have a great time.

Do you have a smart phone? Use uber.

LOL, I just moved from Oregon (no sales tax) to California (8% here) and I'm constantly getting a shock.

3.4 miles - to a quilt shop vs. staying in the hotel - I would walk if I couldn't find another mode of transport. But keeping the car sounds like the easiest solution, unless dh needs it during the day.

Thanks for the info on the sales tax, that would have been a surprise. Going to take shuttle to downtown and mosey Around and see if I can find the quilt shop if not will ask about shuttle to the shop tomorrow.

I agree to get there by taxi, shuttle, drop off or Uber. We use Uber in Atlanta and so far has been great. Our sales tax here is 9% so I would be happy with 6.25%!!

I would rent a car for a day and go where I wanted. Most rental services will bring the car to you and pick it up. It's no hassle at all. The last car I rented it was all handled by phone and I signed when the car was brought to me. In fact the last hotel had rental cars on site, just picked up the key at the front desk.

Never used Uber, a little intimidating for me

When I owned my shop we would send someone to pick up a customer in such situations. They were rare occasions, and I was often that driver, but we also made sure the customer realized we were just a regular person with regular car insurance, not a "for hire" professional. We made some wonderful friends this way that led to online business with them after the fact. :)

Jan in VA

Ask the shuttle driver where it is, he/she might know, or know how to find out.....

You are such a warm giving person, that this does not surprise me in the least. Wish we lived closer. I would love to share a cuppa with you. Thank you again for a great idea.

Our daughter lives in Naperville. Beautiful area. Take a taxi into town. Well worth the cost. I have not been to any of the quilt shops in town ( want to spend as much time with our daughter as I can while we are visiting). While you are there take a walk along the River Walk pathway. It is a very nice relaxing stroll along the water. Our daughter lives two blocks from the beginning away from town. ( I'm not good with directions). Enjoy your time in Naperville.
Sue.

I live in Oregon and any state I go to has sales tax, and still get surprised every time. (Except Washington - I can show my Oregon ID and not pay the tax. It is a nice gesture on their part and I appreciate it. Found some great shops in Vancouver, Washington this past month. Very friendly and helpful.

It sure would be nice if Oregon reciprocated and wouldn't charge Washington workers Oregon state income tax! :hunf:

Uber
 

get Uber to take you