GOLD, SILVER, PREFERRED, GENERAL?
It really depends on your priorities. (And probably your budget, though that never managed to stop me from going Gold.) What is most important to you? Are you gonna be happy if you need binoculars to see the stage? Are autographs important to you? Cause it might be cheaper if they are included in the ticket. Do you really need to see Jensen and Jared at Sunday breakfast? (The answer is yes, BTW. It's always yes. lol)
Personally, I would only ever go Gold.
Why?
Attending a con is not an everyday thing. I go to one or two a year and I want it to be special. The best it can be. If I go to the other side of the world for a con and travel 23 hrs to get there, I want it ALL. Or as close to all as I can afford. (Which really isn't all at all, but whatever. *is sad*)
If you go Gold, you'll be sitting somewhere in the first 10ish rows. And the closer you sit, the... well, closer you are. I love taking photos and the less heads there are in front of me, the better. Photos are really important to me, so sitting somewhere in row Z just wouldn't work for me.
Also, Gold comes with perks: Sunday breakfast, cocktail party, getting your autograph in under 5 hrs. lol
It's expensive as hell, but honestly, if I couldn't go Gold, I wouldn't go at all. But like I said, it all comes down to your priorities and what works for you.
Showing posts with label pearls of wisdom. Show all posts
Showing posts with label pearls of wisdom. Show all posts
Saturday, September 29, 2012
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
Pearls of wisdom XI
HOW TO REMAIN STANDING WHEN JENSEN UNLEASHES HIS SMILE ON YOU?
Yeah, I have absolutely no idea. Sorry. As soon as I figure it out, I'll let you know.
I mean, the last time he smiled at me, I completely forgot about my headache for the next 15 minutes, so... *shrugs*
Yeah, I have absolutely no idea. Sorry. As soon as I figure it out, I'll let you know.
I mean, the last time he smiled at me, I completely forgot about my headache for the next 15 minutes, so... *shrugs*
Pearls of wisdom X
GIFTS
If you have a gift for anyone who is not Jensen or Jared, you'll probably be able to give your gift directly to them. Although you might have to be a bit creative. You can try doing it during dessert party or karaoke or maybe even during autographs. Just be aware that Creation volunteers who follow guests around most likely won't be happy about that.
But if the gifts are for Jensen and/or Jared, then it gets tricky. Creation won't take them, because:
You could try and give them your gifts during autographs. But if you do that, be careful and make sure that your gift is clearly visible. You do NOT wanna find yourself on the radar of their many bodyguards.
Or you can try and give the gift to Clif and ask him to give it to Js (especially if he already knows you from Twitter), but I wouldn't count on it. I mean, what's he supposed to do with hundreds of gifts? (Yeah, you won't be the only gift giver there.)
(Speaking of hundreds of gifts, just keep in mind that even if they really want to, it's quite possible that Js won't take the gifts with them if they have to fly back home after the con.)
As for giving the guests chocolate or candy or any kind of food... Well. Imagine you had some pretty passionate fans. Now, would you eat something that came from a person you don't know and could very well be Stephanie in disguise?
Now, just to be clear, I never tried to give a gift to any of the guests and these here are just my paranoid two cents. And I really hope that, if you have a gift for someone, you'll be able to give it to them. But just be prepared that it might not go as planned.
If you have a gift for anyone who is not Jensen or Jared, you'll probably be able to give your gift directly to them. Although you might have to be a bit creative. You can try doing it during dessert party or karaoke or maybe even during autographs. Just be aware that Creation volunteers who follow guests around most likely won't be happy about that.
But if the gifts are for Jensen and/or Jared, then it gets tricky. Creation won't take them, because:
You could try and give them your gifts during autographs. But if you do that, be careful and make sure that your gift is clearly visible. You do NOT wanna find yourself on the radar of their many bodyguards.
Or you can try and give the gift to Clif and ask him to give it to Js (especially if he already knows you from Twitter), but I wouldn't count on it. I mean, what's he supposed to do with hundreds of gifts? (Yeah, you won't be the only gift giver there.)
(Speaking of hundreds of gifts, just keep in mind that even if they really want to, it's quite possible that Js won't take the gifts with them if they have to fly back home after the con.)
As for giving the guests chocolate or candy or any kind of food... Well. Imagine you had some pretty passionate fans. Now, would you eat something that came from a person you don't know and could very well be Stephanie in disguise?
Now, just to be clear, I never tried to give a gift to any of the guests and these here are just my paranoid two cents. And I really hope that, if you have a gift for someone, you'll be able to give it to them. But just be prepared that it might not go as planned.
Pearls of wisdom IX
WHAT (NOT) TO WEAR
First of all, keep in mind that whatever you put on in the morning, you'll probably be wearing for the rest of the day. So, wear something you'll be comfortable in. If there are any photo ops in your schedule, wear something nice, cause you'll be looking at that outfit for the rest of your life. I don't know if it's just me, but it seems that it's always a bit coldish in the hotels, so layers can be good. (I always have a hoodie and then take it off for photo ops.)
And for dessert party... No need to overdress. I mean, you can if you really want to, but, let's say, jeans and a t-shirt are perfectly fine.
And shoes? Just keep in mind that you'll have to walk in whatever you put on your feet. I do, however, usually wear my photo op shoes (12 cm heels) on Sunday cause Js are freakin' giants (:D), but after running around in them all day, it's pure bliss when I take them off.
First of all, keep in mind that whatever you put on in the morning, you'll probably be wearing for the rest of the day. So, wear something you'll be comfortable in. If there are any photo ops in your schedule, wear something nice, cause you'll be looking at that outfit for the rest of your life. I don't know if it's just me, but it seems that it's always a bit coldish in the hotels, so layers can be good. (I always have a hoodie and then take it off for photo ops.)
And for dessert party... No need to overdress. I mean, you can if you really want to, but, let's say, jeans and a t-shirt are perfectly fine.
And shoes? Just keep in mind that you'll have to walk in whatever you put on your feet. I do, however, usually wear my photo op shoes (12 cm heels) on Sunday cause Js are freakin' giants (:D), but after running around in them all day, it's pure bliss when I take them off.
Pearls of wisdom VIII
EBAY
It doesn't matter whose name is on the ticket. It's all about the barcode now. I bought 2 Gold and 3 Jared photo op tickets on eBay and never had any problems. Just remember, if you're buying tickets on eBay, you're probably gonna pay more than the original price. (I say probably cause it depends on what you're buying. I actually paid less than the original price for two of my Jared photo ops.)
But do be careful. I've never heard of any auctions for SPN con tickets that weren't legit, but you don't want to fly for hours to get to a con just to find out that you were conned.
It doesn't matter whose name is on the ticket. It's all about the barcode now. I bought 2 Gold and 3 Jared photo op tickets on eBay and never had any problems. Just remember, if you're buying tickets on eBay, you're probably gonna pay more than the original price. (I say probably cause it depends on what you're buying. I actually paid less than the original price for two of my Jared photo ops.)
But do be careful. I've never heard of any auctions for SPN con tickets that weren't legit, but you don't want to fly for hours to get to a con just to find out that you were conned.
Friday, September 16, 2011
Pearls of wisdom VII
VIDEOTAPING
At the request of the guests, absolutely no videotaping allowed. That, of course, includes videotaping the theater when there are absolutely no guests anywhere near it.
But, in the end, it's really up to you and your conscience.
Or your sneakiness.
Anyways... Don't do it, children!!! And after you've not done it, share the links. ;)
fb.me/SCjyXvUb -> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SD_Dk4MMBrs
At the request of the guests, absolutely no videotaping allowed. That, of course, includes videotaping the theater when there are absolutely no guests anywhere near it.
Personally, I would never do any videotaping.
But, in the end, it's really up to you and your conscience.
Or your sneakiness.
Anyways... Don't do it, children!!! And after you've not done it, share the links. ;)
LAcon 2010
LAcon 2011
SFcon 2011
This is the link:fb.me/SCjyXvUb -> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SD_Dk4MMBrs
VanCon 2011
Nuff said.
Friday, September 2, 2011
Pearls of wisdom VI
TAKING PHOTOS
All I can say is, I hope y'all are professional photographers cause it'll take an expert to counteract those freakin' spotlights Creation Entertainment insists on.
<- I rest my case.
A/N: Flash helps. But you'll miss a lot of kodak moments while you wait for the flash to get ready again.
All I can say is, I hope y'all are professional photographers cause it'll take an expert to counteract those freakin' spotlights Creation Entertainment insists on.
<- I rest my case.
A/N: Flash helps. But you'll miss a lot of kodak moments while you wait for the flash to get ready again.
Pearls of wisdom V
VIP PASS
To go VIP or not to go VIP?
Personally, I wouldn't.
Yes, you get to meet the guests. But you can buy yourself a Meet&Greet ticket and enjoy their company for an hour. Sounds better, right? Unless you really, really, REALLY want to meet everyone. In that case VIP pass is probably cheaper.
Yes, (if you have a Gold ticket) you'll get one of the the best tables at the breakfast. But there are other ways to get an awesome table.
Yes, you'll be the first in line for everything (photo ops, autographs...). But why rush through? Take your time. Otherwise, it'll all boil down to one thing - you being in and out in no time. No sweet anticipation, no chance to talk to other fans. Or watch Js for 5 extra minutes while you're in the photo op room waiting for your turn. ;D You might just end up feeling left out. Or like you're missing something. And where's the fun in that?
I'm sure being a VIP has its upsides, but don't be afraid to let yourself experience the convention. Waiting in lines can be a good thing. (Except when you're waiting to buy JPEGs. That's just pure torture.)
To go VIP or not to go VIP?
Personally, I wouldn't.
Yes, you get to meet the guests. But you can buy yourself a Meet&Greet ticket and enjoy their company for an hour. Sounds better, right? Unless you really, really, REALLY want to meet everyone. In that case VIP pass is probably cheaper.
Yes, (if you have a Gold ticket) you'll get one of the the best tables at the breakfast. But there are other ways to get an awesome table.
Yes, you'll be the first in line for everything (photo ops, autographs...). But why rush through? Take your time. Otherwise, it'll all boil down to one thing - you being in and out in no time. No sweet anticipation, no chance to talk to other fans. Or watch Js for 5 extra minutes while you're in the photo op room waiting for your turn. ;D You might just end up feeling left out. Or like you're missing something. And where's the fun in that?
I'm sure being a VIP has its upsides, but don't be afraid to let yourself experience the convention. Waiting in lines can be a good thing. (Except when you're waiting to buy JPEGs. That's just pure torture.)
Wednesday, August 31, 2011
Pearls of wisdom IV
CONVENTION HOTEL?
Yes! Definitely. If you can afford it, stay at the convention hotel.
It makes life so much easier.
Why?
Schedule's packed. If you want to see everything and do everything (or almost everything), you won't have any free time. And sometimes a person just has to go (for whatever reason: food, clothes - that'll look better in photo ops, not clothes in general, that bloody ticket you forgot, make-up emergency, really short power nap...) to their room. Which kinda becomes mission impossible if it takes you more than an elevator ride to get there.
And let's not forget the fact that karaoke and dessert party end around 1 am. It could be cold outside, it could be raining or snowing, it's definitely dark... Do you really wanna go brave the weather and spend your precious I-could-be-sleeping-right-now time on making your way to another hotel? Yeah, I thought so.
And of course, the 6 am Sunday breakfast. When you're operating on 4 hours of sleep and trying to:
- find something to wear
- get rid of your bedhead
- apply make-up without poking your eyes out...
and all that while running late, when every second counts,
staying at the convention hotel is a lifesaver. (Or at least a nervessaver.)
And believe me, on Sunday night, after you survive all the panels, photo ops and autographs AND waiting in line for 2 hours to buy JPEGs, and your feet are killing you because of those damn high-heeled photo op shoes, and you're too exhausted to move, you'll pat yourself on the back for choosing to stay at the convention hotel. Well, no, you won't. Cause you won't have the energy. But you'll be thinking about it.
Yes! Definitely. If you can afford it, stay at the convention hotel.
It makes life so much easier.
Why?
Schedule's packed. If you want to see everything and do everything (or almost everything), you won't have any free time. And sometimes a person just has to go (for whatever reason: food, clothes - that'll look better in photo ops, not clothes in general, that bloody ticket you forgot, make-up emergency, really short power nap...) to their room. Which kinda becomes mission impossible if it takes you more than an elevator ride to get there.
And let's not forget the fact that karaoke and dessert party end around 1 am. It could be cold outside, it could be raining or snowing, it's definitely dark... Do you really wanna go brave the weather and spend your precious I-could-be-sleeping-right-now time on making your way to another hotel? Yeah, I thought so.
And of course, the 6 am Sunday breakfast. When you're operating on 4 hours of sleep and trying to:
- find something to wear
- get rid of your bedhead
- apply make-up without poking your eyes out...
and all that while running late, when every second counts,
staying at the convention hotel is a lifesaver. (Or at least a nervessaver.)
And believe me, on Sunday night, after you survive all the panels, photo ops and autographs AND waiting in line for 2 hours to buy JPEGs, and your feet are killing you because of those damn high-heeled photo op shoes, and you're too exhausted to move, you'll pat yourself on the back for choosing to stay at the convention hotel. Well, no, you won't. Cause you won't have the energy. But you'll be thinking about it.
Saturday, August 13, 2011
Pearls of wisdom III
SILVER TICKET
Silver tickets are virtually unsalable and... *thinks* No, actually that's pretty much it. You'll have to give a huge discount if you want to get rid of them. Sorry.
Silver tickets are virtually unsalable and... *thinks* No, actually that's pretty much it. You'll have to give a huge discount if you want to get rid of them. Sorry.
Friday, August 5, 2011
Pearls of wisdom II
DESSERT PARTY
To go or not to go?
Well...
Don't get me wrong, I usually go, but it definitely IS skipable. It mostly comes down to how badly you want a chance to maybe talk to some of the actors. I mean, yeah, talking to other fans is great and I'm pretty sure they have some kind of desserts there (right?), but the "party" usually goes on until the wee hours of the morning which makes for some very tired ppl at breakfast and Jensen and Jared photo ops on Sunday morning. And nobody wants bags under their eyes in their once-ish in a life time photo ops with Js.
So, as great as a nice chat with a netbook stealing Misha is *grins*, sometimes a person just needs their beauty sleep.
To go or not to go?
Well...
Don't get me wrong, I usually go, but it definitely IS skipable. It mostly comes down to how badly you want a chance to maybe talk to some of the actors. I mean, yeah, talking to other fans is great and I'm pretty sure they have some kind of desserts there (right?), but the "party" usually goes on until the wee hours of the morning which makes for some very tired ppl at breakfast and Jensen and Jared photo ops on Sunday morning. And nobody wants bags under their eyes in their once-ish in a life time photo ops with Js.
So, as great as a nice chat with a netbook stealing Misha is *grins*, sometimes a person just needs their beauty sleep.
Saturday, April 9, 2011
Pearls of wisdom I
PHOTO OPS/AUTOGRAPH TICKETS
Buy most* of photo ops and autograph tickets at the convention. Why pay $7.75 more per ticket if you don't have to?
*Jensen and Jared (and maybe even Misha) photo ops and autograph tickets are the exception.
Buy most* of photo ops and autograph tickets at the convention. Why pay $7.75 more per ticket if you don't have to?
*Jensen and Jared (and maybe even Misha) photo ops and autograph tickets are the exception.
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