Traveling to Lincoln?

It's that good

Ed. Note: As part of welcoming Nebraska to the Big Ten, Katie is giving Buckeye (and non-buckeye) fans some good advice, if you're headed down to Lincoln for games.

This fall we have a rare opportunity as Buckeye fans. We have the chance to visit a NEW conference opponent, a NEW (to us) Stadium and to interact with a new fan base.

Are you planning on making the trip out to Lincoln to see the Tat 5 and Coach Tressel make their return to the field? To see Bo Pelini chomp his gum and yell at brother Carl?

In the next few posts I will show you a few of the places, as an Ohio native I want to make sure my fellow Buckeye's don't miss out on!

Air Travel: Both Omaha and Lincoln have airports but you will most likely find better deals for flying into Omaha than into Lincoln (air travel volume in Lincoln isn't that high so Omaha prices tend to be cheaper). But you will have to get a rental car to travel from Omaha to Lincoln. Southwest Airlines flies our of Port Columbus and also Omaha...a great way to go, with no baggage fees!

Lincoln is a very small airport and I would suggest flying in here if you are looking for quick in and out visit. Many hotels have shuttles from the airport, and if you are close enough downtown, you could walk to the game, and also have plenty of food options within walking distance as well.

Lodging - In Lincoln there are many places to stay, much like you would find in any city.

If you want to be close to the stadium and the action of Downtown Lincoln, you should stay at the Embassy Suites. Kind of pricey but well worth it for convenience to Memorial Staduim, the Historic Haymarket District and other downtown attractions. There is a shuttle to and from the airport available.

There is also the historic Cornhusker Marriott which is very nice. A little further walk to Memorial Stadium from this hotel but again, a nice option with travel to and from the airport in Lincoln.

Most major hotel chains have a presence in and around Lincoln so you are bound to find a place that would fit your budget, but call soon if you are interested in reserving a room...rooms tend to go quickly!

Next time I will let you in on some of the highlights of Lincoln's Historic Haymarket District and the O Street bar scene.