Cindy won't give up on going to the Rose Parade this year. Is there anyone who has been there who can help me figure out how to do this? I can get hotels and seats but don't know how to get from the hotel to the parade. How bad is the traffic? There are packages available for the hotel and tickets and transportation to the parade but they are getting about $300 for the transportation. It sure sounds like renting a car is the best option but I worry about spending hours in traffic and missing the parade (not a good plan!). Anyone have a room to rent that weekend?