Hotel & Travel information 2007

 

The Major International Airport to Rakkasah Festival ‘EAST’ is Newark, New Jersey.  This airport is easy access to Somerset. From the airport expect to be about 1 hour to travel - everything will depend on traffic or the rail connections. Public transport is available from Airport to RAKKASAH. Take the train to the New Brunswick station and bus or cab (about 6 minutes) to Somerset.

 

 

Rakkasah Festival 'EAST' Hotel

 

The Plaza (formally the Marriot)

110 Davidson Avenue

Somerset, New Jersey 08873

 

Just a walk across the street from the Festival at the Ukrainian Cultural Center. 

The rate for ‘RAKKASAH’ is $82.00 per night - plus tax, 1-4 people. 

This hotel is highly recommended and at a wonderful low price. 

 

To make reservations, call 1-800-238-3198, say you are with RAKKASAH for this VERY special rate.

You would be advised to reserve your hotel now, they will be sold out.

 

There is a reservation card to complete on line - if you have questions -- ask on line or call Shukriya. 

As with all reservations, be sure to get a reservation number - and guarantee your stay.

If you have any problems ask for the Sales Manager at the hotel or call Shukriya at 510-724-0214.

 

Shuttle Information

 

State Shuttle is offering these rates to and from the Marriott Hotel to our group.

 

Scheduled Shuttle - book ahead

$39 + 3 fuel, for the first person  - $11 per each additional person at the same time.

This rate does not include tip or tolls for the driver. Van holds 10

 

Off Scheduled Shuttle

$51 + $5 for the first person - $11 for each additional person traveling at the same time. This rate does not include tip or tolls for the driver

 

Private Van

Up to 10 passengers - $104 + 8 fuel, plus tolls and tip for driver

 

Private Sedan/ Private Service

Up to 3 passengers $82 + 5 fuel, plus tolls and tip

 

To make reservations go to www.stateshuttle.com

 

Parking at the Festival

There is a huge free parking lot at the Ukrainian Cultural Center for those who do choose to drive.

 

 

Public transportation is available from the airports to Rakkasah

 

 

Taxi service from Newark Airport to Somerset Marriot Flat Rate, Tax and Tolls included - about $60