Officially the Atlantic Corvette Caravan consists of Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware and the New York City area, but we are much more than that. All are welcome to join the Atlantic Caravan, no matter where you call home, no matter if you belong to a Club or not, and regardless of your National Corvette Museum membership status. NCM membership is encouraged, but it is not a requirement for the event. This is NOT a local Club hosting this event, you do not need to be in a Club to participate, all are welcome, as this is the local contingent of the larger National event.What makes this group unique is that we begin our journey to Bowling Green by starting at the world’s largest Corvette Show, Corvettes at Carlisle. As such we have owners from all over the world join this Caravan since they are in Carlisle ahead of our departure. So, it does not matter if you are new to the Corvette hobby or if you are returning for another Caravan journey. All of us, first-timers and veterans, are looking forward to making memories to last a lifetime! The Atlantic Caravan has its roots all the way back to the first Corvette Caravan in 1994, and three of the National Chairmen for the event are from this region. We have a strong history with the Caravan and that will continue to 2024, the 7th National Corvette Caravan.
Atlantic Registration
Registration is OPEN
For Atlantic registration questions, please refer to the Atlantic Registration Instructions AND the Atlantic Registration Form. You can also find general Caravan FAQs on the main Caravan homepage.
To register for the 2024 Caravan, click here. Once you login or create your new user name, please make sure to select the ATLANTIC CARAVAN from the drop down menu. Email Caravan Captain Jeff “Zipity” Duda at [email protected] with any questions or for more information. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to me via email or phone. If you would like to be kept up to date on the Atlantic Caravan information, please send me an email and I will add you to my distribution list. Please like, follow and subscribe to our social channels.
Meet the Team
Jeffrey “Zipity” Duda, along with Phyllis & Noelle Duda
Atlantic Captains
Jeff & Phyllis attended their first National Corvette Caravan in 2003 to celebrate the 50th Model Year of the Corvette and the rest they say is history. From there Jeff went onto become the 2009 Co-Captain for the Atlantic (New Jersey was the name in 2009) and yet again the Captain for the 2014 Atlantic Caravan. For the 2019 National Corvette Caravan, Jeff was asked by the Museum to lead the event for the entire Country. Jeff was named the 2019 National Chairman for Corvette Caravan and worked with Captains from across the Country to coordinate the event.
So, for 2024, Jeff is BACK! Working on the local level to lead the Corvette owners to Bowling Green in style and making more memories along the way. Jeff, Phyllis and Noelle are all Lifetime Members of the National Corvette Museum and reside in Hainesport, NJ. They are active members of The Original Garden State Corvette Club. Original Owner of 2004 Le Mans Blue Commemorative Edition ZO6 and 2019 Shadow Gray Coupe.
Marty & Laura Hegyi
Atlantic Co-Captains
Marty and Laura live in Hellertown, PA and are members of the Allentown Area Corvette Club. Marty is Club President and Laura is Membership Chairperson. They are well versed in organizing Caravans within their club, including trips to New Hampshire, Maine and South Carolina, to name a few. In addition, they are Lifetime Members of the NCM. 2024 will be their third caravan, having participated in 2014 and volunteered as PA State leaders in 2019. They currently own 3 Corvettes including a 1969 Stingray coupe and a 2017 Z06. You can follow them to Bowling Green in their 2007 Velocity Yellow coupe. Their PA tag reads “FUN TOY” and that’s exactly what it is.
P.T. Williamson
New Jersey Local Leader
I have been a Corvette enthusiast ever since I sat in one as a child. Attaining my dream in 1999 by purchasing a light pewter 2000 hardtop. I’m currently driving my fourth new Corvette in many different venues. I have been an Original Garden State Corvette Club member since January of 2000 and a National Corvette Museum member for the past twenty years. My first big event was the 50th anniversary of the Corvette, held by General Motors in Nashville TN. I have been a New Jersey Corvette Caravan Local Leader starting in2009 through 2019 and look forward to helping make the 2024 Corvette Caravan a success. I currently live in Mullica Hill, NJ and proud owner of 2003 Electron Blue Z06 and 2019 Elkhart Lake Blue Z06.
Bill & Cindy Fessler
New Jersey Local Leaders
Bill and Cindy seen here with their 2017 Corvette Racing Yellow Grand Sport. Bill was on the 2019 Atlantic Caravan and even though Cindy wasn’t able to make that trip Bill made sure he shared his experience with Cindy along the way. With the 2024 trip approaching they both decided to get involved with this event and make it a memorable trip not only for themselves but also for everyone else on the trip. They are both members of the Original Garden State Corvette Club and have been actively involved with the club since 2017 doing what they can to help at shows and other events. Bill has always had a passion for cars and especially the Corvette owning a C4 when he was younger and now the C7. Having a love for cars and Corvettes is something that he shares with his father who owned a 1958 Corvette and has always regretted getting rid of that. Bill & Cindy are proud Corvette Museum members and reside in Sewell, NJ.
Bruce & Joan Cenicola
Central New Jersey Local Leaders
Bill and Cindy seen here with their 2017 Corvette Racing Yellow Grand Sport. Bill was on the 2019 Atlantic Caravan and even though Cindy wasn’t able to make that trip Bill made sure he shared his experience with Cindy along the way. With the 2024 trip approaching they both decided to get involved with this event and make it a memorable trip not only for themselves but also for everyone else on the trip. They are both members of the Original Garden State Corvette Club and have been actively involved with the club since 2017 doing what they can to help at shows and other events. Bill has always had a passion for cars and especially the Corvette owning a C4 when he was younger and now the C7.
Having a love for cars and Corvettes is something that he shares with his father who
owned a 1958 Corvette and has always regretted getting rid of that. Bill & Cindy are proud Corvette Museum members and reside in Sewell, NJ.
2024 Caravan
Window Clings
Window clings are now available for purchase for $10 from your Caravan Captains. The window clings are full color and can be installed inside or outside on the windows of your choice. The cling measures 4 inches wide by 3 inches tall. You can email Jeff at [email protected] to place an order.
All About
Vanity Plates
Check out these vanity plates in the Atlantic Caravan. With a $25, you can show your support with a vanity plate!
Our Sponsors
Please be certain to thank and consider visiting our Caravan sponsors, without them this would not be possible. If you would like to become an Atlantic Caravan sponsor, please reach out to me at [email protected].
Supporting Corvette Clubs
For a $200 donation, your local Corvette Club can be listed as a Supporting Corvette Club. If your local Corvette Club is interested in having an Atlantic Caravan Representative attend one of your upcoming meetings, please email us at [email protected] and we will be happy to attend a meeting, review the event and answer any questions your Club members might have.
The Original Garden State Corvette Club
Serving Southern New Jersey Since 1970
Lifetime National Corvette Museum Club Member
www.ogscc.com
Allentown Area Corvette Club
Supporting Corvette Owners Since 1969
Lifetime National Corvette Museum Club Member
http://www.allentowncorvetteclub.org/
Lancaster County Corvette Club
Supporting Lancaster County since 1978
Members of the National Corvette Museum and National Council of Corvette Club
https://www.lcccpa.com/
Tri-State Corvette Association
Founded in 1985
Hosts of the Corvettes at Peddler’s Village Show
https://www.tristatecorvetteassn.com/
Corvette Club of Delaware Valley
Founded in 1958, Supporting Corvette Owners in the Willow Grove area & Beyond
Host of the Annual Cavalcade of Corvettes Show
https://www.ccdv.com/
Central Jersey Corvette Club
Founded in 1997, Serving Corvette Owners from Somerset & Hunterdon Counties
Hosts of the Corvettes at Peddler’s Village Show
https://www.centraljerseycorvetteclub.com/
Cumberland Valley Corvette Club
Since 1965 in Mechanicsburg, PA
https://www.cumberlandvalleycorvetteclub.org/
Corvette Club of Northern Delaware
Celebrating 50 years, Since 1973 in Newark, DE
https://vetteclub.org/
North Jersey Corvette Club
Founded in December 2007 in Northern New Jersey
https://northjerseycorvetteclub.com/
Lakes Corvette Club
Since 1988 in Medford Lakes & Surrounding Burlington County Area
https://lakescorvetteclub.com/
County Corvette Association
Founded in 1967, Serving the Media, PA Area
https://countycorvetteassociation.com//
Corvette Express
Serving Central New Jersey in the Freehold Area since 1980
http://www.corvetteexpress.com/
Boardwalk Corvettes of Atlantic City
Founded in 1983 | Atlantic City, NJ
https://www.boardwalkcorvettesac.com/
Southern Maryland Corvette Club
Sharing the Corvette Passion since 2001
http://www.southernmarylandcorvetteclub.org/
The Atlantic Caravan Route
The Route we have chosen is familiar with new twists and turns along the way. If you’re a returning Caravaner from 2019, you’ll recognize some things but also be ready for new experiences along the journey. If this is your first Caravan, we want to make sure you have an unforgettable trip in your Corvette! On the Caravan, you can join in along any portion of the trip. If your schedule does not allow you to start when the group starts, then you can join us along the drive to Bowling Green. Here are the highlights of the Caravan so far, with more to come.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the National Corvette Caravan?
It is a national road trip from all points across North America to converge in Bowling Green, Kentucky to celebrate the milestone anniversary of the National Corvette Museum. In 2024, the Museum will celebrate 30 years.
Do I need to be a member of a Corvette Club or the Corvette Museum to participate?
No, anyone can attend the Caravan as long as they are registered for the event.
I don’t live in the Atlantic Caravan region; can I still register for the Atlantic Caravan?
Yes, it does not matter where you live, you can register to drive with the Caravan of your choice.
Is there a registration fee for the Atlantic Caravan?
Yes, there will be a small registration fee to help cover the costs of events along the journey.
When does Atlantic Caravan registration open?
Registration is OPEN NOW – Contact Jeff “Zipity” Duda at [email protected].
Is the registration fee refundable?
Yes, 100% refundable up to June 1st, 2024.
How do a book hotel rooms along the route and in Bowling Green?
As Captain, I will work to secure rooms for everyone along the route. I will also work to secure rooms in Bowling Green. Most Bowling Green hotels will not commit at this point. Rooms have always been available in the past events, and there is more hotel room inventory now then ever before.
Is there a registration fee from the Corvette Museum for the Caravan & Anniversary Celebration?
As of November 1, 2023, registration is open! You can register here. Registration is $50 for Lifetime Members; $60 for Members; $85 for Non-Members. Those who pre-register will receive a commemorative event program, lapel pin, dash plaque, lanyard and personalized hard card event credential. On-site registration will be $60 for Lifetime Members; $70 for Members and $95 for Non-Members. Those who register onsite will receive a commemorative event program.
How long will we be driving each day?
The goal is to drive less than 350 miles per day, driving completely during the day. We will take frequent rest stops along the route.
Are there other things to do beside “Corvette Stuff” on the trip?
Yes, we will have plenty of planned and individual events and excursions to enjoy that are not Corvette related.
How do you keep hundreds of Corvettes together on the road?
The simple answer is we don’t. However, we do drive in large groups, and you will have a printed route map showing all the planned stops for every day of the trip.
What should I budget for the entire trip?
This depends on a lot of different factors, however after participating in the past four caravans, I would recommend to budget between $4,000 to $5,000 for two people. This includes lodging, food, fuel and souvenirs.
I have an older Corvette and can not drive as fast as the newer C8’s and C7’s, how do you accommodate this?
We work to group like generations and driving styles together so that you are traveling in a group at all times. We don’t leave anyone behind and the Caravan will move as fast as the slowest car. We encourage older cars on the trip, in past events we had every generation on the trip C1 through C7’s, and now the C8.