AIRPORT:
If you are flying to Philadelphia for King of Trios, the airport closest to the Arena is Philadelphia International Airport, which services all major North American and European airlines.
HOTEL:
For those coming to the area for King of Trios weekend in need of a place to stay, we recommend the Philadelphia Airport Marriott.
The hotel is connected directly to the Philadelphia International Airport, and is located just over 10 miles from the ECW Arena/New Alhambra, which makes for a short cab ride to and from King of Trios.
You can call 1-800-682-4087 to make reservations and book your room. You may be able to find discounted room rates through online websites, but Marriott locations near airports rarely show much deviation from the established prices.
The 2nd floor of the hotel connects directly to Terminal B of the airport, so you do not need transportation to get there.
TRANSPORTATION:
If you stay at the Philadelphia Airport Marriott, you will be able to arrange a rental car, or have their front desk call you a taxi cab (the call is free of charge, the cab is not). If you are staying elsewhere, call any one of the companies on this list to get a lift to the New Alhambra. Remember, the Alhambra is at the corner of Swanson and Ritner in South Philly.
PARKING:
The New Alhambra has a fenced-in parking lot behind the facility. You can park there free of charge, but you will not be able to enter through the rear of the building.
There is also parking around front where the main entrance and the blowing garbage is typically found. As Philadelphia is rather liberal about where people can park, don't hesitate to get creative, but we're not paying if you get a ticket. Besides, the lot around back can hold almost 200 cars, so you're better off back there.
ADMISSION:
We tend to open the doors to the general public about 30 minutes prior to belltime. For events like this, you can expect to see a line forming even before that, even in the worst weather. Those holding an official CHIKARMY membership card will be allowed in 15 minutes prior to the "official" opening of the doors. It will be possible to buy tickets at the door the day of the event(s), at no extra charge.
FOOD:
The Alhambra has a concession stand open during the shows with basic food and drink items. Several fast food restaurants are located about 3 blocks away from the Arena on Oregon Avenue, including a diner and some taverns.
Want customized driving directions to the Alhambra? MapQuest is somewhat reliable for that task!
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