Legion World Forums LEGION OUTPOST Mission Monitor Board 2008: the ultimate MEET-UP at San Diego: wrap-up, pics and sharing experiences

aw, man. I really want to meet you guys.

I understand fiscal concerns but PleasePleasePlease do try! An Ultimate LW meet-up wouldn't be the same without you!

It's too bad the "ultimate meet-up" had to happen in San Diego. <btw, not throwing any barbs here, as I know this has been planned forever> If we were ever to have a future "ultimate" meetup at the Heroes Convention in Charlotte I could easily make that one as my mom lives in that area. But that's part of the problem (albeit, one with much more of an upside) with the expansive nature of this fansite.

Maybe, someday, we could plan a "mini-ultimate" in Charlotte involving some of us MMBers who interact a lot. Or maybe I'll fall into some money. For example, I've "known" Cobalt forever but despair that I'll ever actually meet him.

I sure would like to meet you guys, but I just don't have the disposable income for San Diego.

I'd love to see you there Lardy but understand the situation. Charlotte would be a great place to meet. I love that part of the country. So maybe one day.

I've gone ahead and gotten my 4 day pass. Still don't know if it'll be both Caroline and I or just me.

Raelly hoping we get to see you both Scott

How's this for a 180? We'll both be there! I just got a TERRIFIC offer through a friend for a 1 bd/1 ba condo 2 BLOCKS from the con! We need to find someone to check on our babies but now Caroline is excited about going.

And I'm extending an offer to host a barbecue on one night while we are there. This place has a rooftop barbecue area that we can use. Everyone can bring their own meat (or veg), drink and something to share and we can have a Legion World rooftop blowout!

all right!

mega-cool!

It wouldn't be THE ultimate meet-up without you two (and Gary, but he has no excuse for not being there )!

WOOOOHOOOO!

I'm looking for a bridge to sleep under.

Don't worry, I've done it before.

Gina Lola Bridge-a-da.

That was a fun summer.

thats great Scott I'll bring the beer.

OK now we need some help!


We have found and booked a place to stop, (and it seems to have more rooms free if anyone is still looking) Arriving in San Diego on the Wednesday and flying home on the Monday we are staying in the Heritage Park B&B in the old town (www.heritageparkinn.com)

Now as Jennifer is probably going to be a bit of a comic convention widow I am on the lookout for some ideas of things she can do on her own, whilst I am locked away in the con. If anyone is also brining a partner along who would prefer to sightsee rather than go to the con I’m sure we can set up meetings.

In terms of places to eat, again some hints would be welcome.

Still thinking of going to Las Vegas before San Diego for two or three days so if anyone is still planning on doing this maybe we could meet up there as well?

Caroline said she'd stay at the condo but I convinced her to come along and man the table for us. I need to someone to watch my laptop anyway.

But I'm sure she and Jen can do something one of the days. Maybe Caroline can get her hooked on scrapbooking.

As for Vegas, we plan on being there overnight for just one night, Monday. Our condo res starts Tuesday. If we are in town and work it around CJ's arrival I'll gladly be your taxi unless you guys are renting a vehicle. We, as usual, will be making the drive. Much more fun than flying. But I guess that Atlantic stretch would make it kind of hard for you guys.

Faraway: Old Town is a lovely neighborhood and you could easily make a day of seeing it's sites. It has lots of little touristy shops, restaurants, galleries and a museum.

And of course there is the famous zoo, Sea World, the wild animal park, Legoland, the beach. Heck, now I want to blow off the convention!

I'll bring ice cream! Having never done the convention thing, how does it work? Most of the panels and things are done by 5pm? Will there be a Legion World roving party? Will SD quiver at the sound of our celebration?

Only non-chocolate sugar-free (Splenda only) ice cream allowed.

Okay, I finally registered for the con today, and sent a reservation request to the inn where Far and Gigglebot plan to stay.

I plan on flying into SD on the morning of the 23rd and back out on the morning of the 28th.

Unfortunately I'm going to be on a budget this year, so I won't be buying every back issue I can find on sunday, but other than that it looks to be a great vacation.

Chuck



And what do you mean "buying" back issues? I remember you managed to pick up some interesting free samples from the DC booth

Thanks for that Rhonda, Jen is looking at maybe taking a bus trip to Baja California (sp?) to visit some of the markets and eat at once of the coastal villages, your more than welcome to come along with us if you fancy. It does seem a shame to travel all that way and hide in a convention centre dont it.

Golly, Far. If Gina is at loose ends then why not get her to spend a day in Tijuana? Mexico is lots of fun and I've never known a wife that could resist shopping along the tourist strip in a border town.

I'm going to be driving out with a friend (non-LWer)and I think we'll be doing a few things besides the convention while we're there. We should see about arranging a day at the beach too. Why not?

News!

WE HAVE TABLE!

they have yet to assign us a specific spot, but we are DEFINITELY in!

ANYONE who has not yet bought their memberships and is in no rush to do so, PLEASE hold off!

I am going to need helpers for the unpleasant duty of skipping ahead of the main lines and getting on the floor to the table before the rif-, uh, before our fellow fans arrive.

And carting a few boxes may be necessary, too, but we can let Caroline off the hook if you two haven't bought memberships yet.

Ronda has touched upon several good ideas; there is no shortage of things to do in San D.

Both your neighborhood, Old Town ,and downtown are chocked full of great restaurants. I'd be glad to show you some of my favorites.

I have yet to make actual travel arrangements; for all I know I'd be going by bus. In any case, I wouldn't be adverse to a night or two in Vegas.

We can go to the con/around the con in groups, or solo, as appropriate. Generally those staying close to each other tend to travel together; those of us taking the first shift on the table will need to arrive earlier.

At panels, we try ot sit together.

I forget what time them ain floor closes, but there can still be evening programming (usually films; at the nearby hotels, I think). Many times, we will either try to gather everyone for evening socializing, depending on individual schedules.

If we are gonig to try to get everyone together for a meal, we should definitely reserve waaay in advance; I lost track but I'd guess at least 25+ of us are coming.

As massive as our group will be, the sheer enornmity of 100,000 comic fans is not likely to make San D notice us more than othwers, but I'm sure we can strike fear into the hearts of the staffs of several restaurants.

by the way-
nice choice of places, Darden!
it's not the closest, but all the close places are booked.

aside from taxis, you are what I would consider walking distance (actually, a comparable distance to the length of the Con center) from the trolley line, which can take you to the con.

Kent, I have both of our memberships purchased already. Sorry.

just updated the potential attendees list. We're up to the 26-31 range, plus friends:

Me
Yellow Kid and friend
Faraway
Gigglebot
Abin
Cramer
Cobie (for the weekend)
Scott
Caroline
Gary
Dedman
CJ
Mechana
Seymour
Rockhopper
Director Lad
Caliente + friends
Monkey Eater Lad
Outdoor Miner
L.E.G.I.O.N.- John
Vee (last I knew)
Michael Grabois
Superboymddjr + friends
Blue Battler (last I knew)
Blockade Boy???
Joe Boy???
Sketch Lad???
Pov???
Rtvu2???
Walkingwithcrowds??? (said he was interested waaaay back when)
Stealth??? (said she was interested waaaay back when)

Hells yeah! I'm working on a piece for the program, I will try to create/make some kind of giveaway, and I look into ways to decorate the booth a little. Woo hooo!