Convention "virgin" - any advice?

POSTED BY: garfield
UPDATED: Monday, July 4, 2005 01:08
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GARFIELD

Monday, July 4, 2005 12:24 AM

Yes, I'm ashamed...an avid scifi fan who has never been to a convention ...

But in a moment of spontaneity I decided spend money I don't have to register for Comic-Con in San Diego.

Can any "more experienced" souls share any tips, strategies, advice, whatever on how to have a kicka** time?

TIA
-Cat

AURAPTOR

Monday, July 4, 2005 12:46 AM

Quote:
Originally posted by garfield:
Yes, I'm ashamed...an avid scifi fan who has never been to a convention ...

But in a moment of spontaneity I decided spend money I don't have to register for Comic-Con in San Diego.

Can any "more experienced" souls share any tips, strategies, advice, whatever on how to have a kicka** time?

TIA
-Cat

Hey, don't fret too much. As a native of Atlanta, I'd never come close to attending DragonCon, until last year. Needless to say, I was a bit overwhelmed. Of course, the main reason I went then was to see our BDHs. Now w/ the premier due at the end of September, I can only imagine at the hoopla we're gonna see this time. Yikes!

" They don't like it when you shoot at 'em. I worked that out myself. "

G1223

Monday, July 4, 2005 12:49 AM

Quote:
Originally posted by garfield:
Yes, I'm ashamed...an avid scifi fan who has never been to a convention ...

But in a moment of spontaneity I decided spend money I don't have to register for Comic-Con in San Diego.

Can any "more experienced" souls share any tips, strategies, advice, whatever on how to have a kicka** time?

TIA
-Cat

First get roommates. This close to the Con a room is going to be difficult.So look for someone who is already set up there.

I would recommend either getting a fridge with the room. Then go to Ralph's (It's a Supermarket across the street from the southwest corner of Horton Plaza) It has the food stuff's at reasonable prices. This will give you more cash to work with for con.

A cellphone or other means of keeping a group tied toghere is a must.

If you are bringing a Camera make sure to have your stuff ready (Extra Batteries,Film or Memory cards.)

TANSTAAFL

GARFIELD

Monday, July 4, 2005 1:08 AM

Quote:
Originally posted by G1223:
First get roommates. This close to the Con a room is going to be difficult.So look for someone who is already set up there.

I would recommend either getting a fridge with the room. Then go to Ralph's (It's a Supermarket across the street from the southwest corner of Horton Plaza) It has the food stuff's at reasonable prices. This will give you more cash to work with for con.

A cellphone or other means of keeping a group tied toghere is a must.

If you are bringing a Camera make sure to have your stuff ready (Extra Batteries,Film or Memory cards.)

TANSTAAFL

I tried to keep my post short and sweet and I guess I left out some vital info:

Right now, I'm planning on going Saturday only (debating Friday night for the SciFi Friday premieres on a big screen). Either way, I'll be going solo so no worries about losing the group.

You mention conserving cash...if I show up with the intention of spending $0 (other than maybe a soda) am I being unrealistic? I don't want any autographs and I'm not big on "souvenir" stuff. I seriously shouldn't even be spending the gas money to drive down there! This will be a bargain-budget day for me!

Thanks for the Ralphs tip - I may hit there for a snack before the drive home.

Camera - check! What's the security like at these things - is a small camera bag okay? I couldn't find anything on the con FAQ. I've got quite a few accesories as photography is a passion/obsession of mine.

Thanks for the help!
-Cat