Since iOS 4.3 it has been possible to use a Personal hotspot to tether the iPad to an iPhone. But can you do it or will you be blocked by the phone carrier? Does it have to be wifi or can you use bluetooth?
I have been using a MiFi to give me internet connection on my WiFi only iPad one, but I think I will be looking at a 3G model of the iPad 3 when we know the iPad 3 release date.