NVE2 - May 11-14, 2016 in New Orleans

[Steph]

THE LARGEST VIPER PARTY ON THE PLANET IS COMING!

We're headed to a place everyone should experience at least once... New Orleans, LA! Vipers will invade and take over the city for 4 days of fun! Party Mardi Gras-style, cruise the scenic Gulf Coast in your Viper, tour plantation homes, cruise the Mississippi on a riverboat, drive your Viper on the track, and maybe even bring home a brand new Viper!

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REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN.  http://driveviper.com/nve2/index2.php

While May seems a long way off, it's not too soon to register! This allows people at least 7 months to plan for this fantastic event. Although the attendance size from NVE1 in Detroit has doubled, there's still a limit of 1,000 people in order to fit into some of the venues.  Registering early is encouraged as it not only allows you a discount but also ensures you'll have a spot.  NVE1 sold out in a matter of days and unfortunately many people missed out on the experience.

PRICE:

This event is $895/person which includes lunches, 3 dinners, cool event gift, door prize ticket and more!

MAMBA MEMBER DISCOUNT:

2016 Mamba members receive a $100 discount off the regular price, or $795/person. So renew or upgrade your membership as a 2016 Mamba member at www.driveviper.com and click on JOIN or Renew.

HOTEL RESERVATIONS:

Hotel reservations must be made separately. Our host hotel is the Hyatt Regency New Orleans (601 Loyola Ave., New Orleans, LA 70113) Click on this link https://resweb.passkey.com/Resweb.do?mode=welcome_ei_new&eventID=13881933 or call 504.561.1234. Be sure to ask for the Viper Owners Association rate of $219/night. (Please note there was a misprint in the magazine, and the rate is $219/night, not $149/night.)

SPECIAL RESERVED VIPER PARKING:

As is the case with most big cities, there is limited parking at the hotel. The Hyatt offers valet-only parking for $40/day (=$200 for your 5 day stay). However, we were able to arrange special Viper-only parking where you'll be able to self-park your Viper in a card-key access-only indoor garage, with car wash facilities, VOA-provided security (by actual off-duty police), and Viper-only parking on the top floors. Price is only $99/car for the 5 days (That's less than $20/day- half the price of valet parking!). Passes would be $125 if purchased at the event, so be sure to purchase your parking pass when you register for the event instead! (Regular cars should also purchase a parking pass but will not be allowed to park on the "Viper-only" floors.)

WELCOME DODGE!

We are very excited and pleased to announce that Dodge will be at NVE2 in full force! Dodge will be bringing its latest line-up of new products and running all of the track activities for the event. Buckle-up and hang-on for a hot lap around the NOLA road course in an ACR, and feel the rush of Hellcat on a drag strip. You can even test out your skills on a full-size Viper race simulator for all the glory. Dodge will also be hosting performance seminars in a round-table format where you can rub elbows with factory engineers and brand managers. This is sure to be a great event for with the coolest automotive brand on the planet.

VOA NVE2 AGENDA:

Here is the basic agenda for the event (Details are subject to change). The overall group will be divided into 3 sub-groups that will rotate through the Thursday-Saturday daytime activities.

Wednesday, May 11, 2016
•   Hotel check-in
•   Event registration, packets, and gifts
•   Viper and VOA Merchandise shopping
•   Vendor and Dodge displays
•   Mardi Gras welcome party

Thursday, May 12, 2016
•   Plantation home tours
•   Classic New Orleans lunch
•   Choice of more tours or shopping
•   French Quarter night
•   Free time for all

Friday, May 13, 2016
•   Scenic Viper Gulf Coast drive
•   Special lunch destination
•   Optional activities (Swamp tour, museums, shopping, city tour)
•   Riverboat dinner cruise

Saturday, May 14, 2016
•   Track day at NOLA (Road course, autocross, and go-kart)
•   Dodge hosted special activities (ride alongs, exhibitions, tech sessions, & more!)
•   Grand Finale dinner
•   Auction of special Viper memorabilia
•   The big giveaway - a brand new Dodge Viper to one lucky attendee!

Sunday, May 15, 2016
•   Event close - we say our goodbyes
•   Travel day for most (flights and caravans leaving New Orleans)
Extra day for those who want another day to explore

LET'S SHOW OUR SO CAL PRIDE
WITH A STRONG ATTENDANCE!
Don't be envious, be NVE'd!

[Banzai Ben]

Do you know if they will have Vipers for us to drive if we don't bring our own car?
Thanks

[1HOTACR]

Do you know if they will have Vipers for us to drive if we don't bring our own car?
Thanks

I don't believe so at this time.  The VOA is working with Chrysler on the event.  I'll keep you posted 8)

[1HOTACR]

Registration is now open!

http://driveviper.com/nve2/index2.php

See you in New Orleans  8)

[Steph]

Word on the street is that this event has sold about 40% capacity in less than 24 hours!  With this overwhelming response, it could easily sell out this week! 

Considering we're the 2nd largest region in the nation, I sure hope our members step up and show our SoCal pride by attending this event!  We had 24 members at NVE1 in Detroit in 2014, let's beat that number in New Orleans!  PLEASE DON'T HESITATE, SIGN UP NOW!!

www.driveviper.com/nve2/index2.php

[HyperViper]

Who all is going? I know a bunch of you Guy's have registered  8)

[HyperViper]

Ok I'll start

Ron & Nora registered / hotel booked / car to be shipped

They are at 47% booked as of today.

[PCH VIPER]

Lori and I are registered and have the hotel reservations in.
Probably gonna fly in on Wed and return on Sun.

[1HOTACR]

Courtney Manwell (Sales, Marketing & Promotions Manager at ViperExchange) posted this on the ‎VOA Facebook page...

"Just had a VERY exciting call with Ed Bowser (VOA MS Regional President & Organizer of NVE2) regarding ViperExchange's presence at NVE 2! If you haven't booked yet, you better do so! You DO NOT want to miss this one!"

[HISSSN1]

Michelle and Eddie are paid and booked for event and hotel coming in on Monday to check out the town, No car this time 

[1HOTACR]

Sunday January 31, 2016 is the last day for discount pricing for NVE2

http://driveviper.com/nve2/index2.php

[1HOTACR]

Oh yea!

[PCH VIPER]

Sadly Lori and I have to cancel out due to a schedule conflict 

Have fun and get some beads for me !

[1HOTACR]

Looks like the VOA had a great turn out