Jim, November doesn't look good for any of the gatherings, because most are looking at periods between March and August. Maybe the one in Oz will be during November, but that'll be the beginning of their summer. c.i.
Aw hell c.i. The Boston crowd has been gathering since aBuzz (remember aBuzz? I don't.)
SealPoet wrote:...The Boston crowd has been gathering since aBuzz ....
... and with a lot less advance preparation ...
I would presume that most people need the advance preparation for one reason or another - mainly job related. Also, advance preparation allows for people from some distance of the venue to consider attending, and important aspect of meeting a greater number of A2Kers. ** Remember, "more the marrier?"
c.i.
WOW C.I. I wasn't aware yet that a plan is in the works for an April
California get together - I will be VERY, VERY
interested in that - so I will have to find your thread. As for
the Florida 2004 meeting - by all means, the only thing
that kept me from attending THIS spring was my health. I
am certainly counting on making it to the next one. Where
to have this gathering? There are so many wonderful places
in Florida to host such a get together, we can go for the small
and intimate, like this year ... or perhaps shoot for a larger
area to conquer, such as South Daytona Beach - which is
also very nice, or Orlando and its many attractions - such
as Disneyworld, Epcot Center, SeaWorld, MGM Studios,
Universal Studios and yada yada yada. Though it is quite
crowded once summer gets here, it is less so in the spring,
but has the drawback of NO BEACH. Or we could go really
wild and head for Key West, the southernmost tip of Florida,
once the home of Ernest Hemingway & known for some of
the most awesome sunsets - though I have heard that it is an
area that has a larger crime rate than any of the other Florida
locations. It's probably a great snorkeling spot. I have yet to
visit Key West because it is a 2 day drive from where I live in
the northernmost tip of Florida. There aren't too many places
in Florida that I have not visited. There is a southwest coastal
island called Tiger Beach I think, that is beautiful & has weather
you can count on - even in April or March. There is Sanibel Island
with more seashells. and is small and intimate. As for my own
home, Amelia Island, it's also quaint, quiet and lovely - although
dates would have to be May ( except for the first weekend, when
we host our annual Shrimp Boat Festival & all restaurants, hotels,
motels and condos increase fees. There's access to the intercoastal waterway & the north or south beach areas. Plenty of boats to
take you out for a day of deep sea fishing. Our weather isn't quite
as warm as Cocoa Beach in April, we are very NORTH Florida.
Guests would be flying into the Jacksonville International Airport.
Amelia Island is chock full of quaint bed and breakfasts in the
historic district, two Hampton Inns (one at the beach & the other
downtown near the marina) a few very nice motels & literally tons
of condo units on the beach available for rentals at widely varying
price ranges. We also have a Ritz Carlton hotel (for those who have money to burn) as well as the Amelia Island Plantation, home of
The Bausch & Lomb Annual Womens Tennis Tournament each year.
It really depends on the size of the 2004 gathering and locating
a place to house ALL guests in one location would be crucial, wouldn't
it? As for rates - you can't beat Cocoa Beach, since Rae can
get discount accomodations for the gathering.
Bookmarking - and wondering about another European location for a meeting.
Hey KP, how about we invade Walter this summer???
bigdice
Well, that would really some preparation, since I live in a spa and hotels/guesthouses are usally booked early. (Some could stay in our apartment, however.)
Did I say already that I like that idea? :wink:
BTW: link to my place:
Bad Waldliesborn
Walter, Surely, there must be some cities or towns close to your home that would be ideal for a A2K Europe Gathering? If planned early enough, we'll know how many are interested, then plan the venue from there. Good idea. Hope people continue to keep this idea alive. c.i.
c.i.
We have about 30 hotels, pensions and guest houses here as well!
(And from Stanstead very cheap flights, too! Starting from 29 EUROS)
I will be in Europe in June - Sweden mostly - now there's a good place for a gathering! (whatever happened to relay?Lived in Vaxjo?)
I am considering a quick trip to UK - cheap fares. Going to Canterbury. May be able to make London.
I want to try and get to Basle to see some friends.
Walter - how far are you from Basle?
The Boston group not only holds regular but irregular non published like gatherings, is always looking for an excuse to haold a gathering and always welcomes anyone into a gathering.
Im good for gatherings, they're fun actually.
Was thinking about another like last years Oyster House Dinner sometime soon..just dont know when...or for what purpose..other than to gather..which is usually enough but, still
margo
About 600 km which is xxx miles.
(bigdice and urs live closer, only 200 km's)
Walter -
Waaaahhhh! 600km is a bit of a hop - even by Australian standards
Back to the drawing board!
quinn, Your mention of the Oyster House caused my grey matter to jingle a bit. Is that the 'oldest' restaurant in the US?
c.i.
Here's the April 2004 calendar to plan your A2K Three Continent Gathering in San Francisco NOW! It'll be in early April, so some of you may wish to come in late March for a longer visit.
April 2004 Calendar
SUN MON TUE WED THU.. FRI.. SAT
...............................1.......2.......3
.4......5......6......7......8......9......10
Preference for dates have been for April 1 through 4 or 5. Please provide your preference for dates for consideration - especially for those wishing to stay longer.
Let me know if you plan to attend. We're trying to make plans for activities and places to eat. c.i.
I'll be in Boston June 15 through 27th. Anybody interested in getting together that week sometime? I'll be working much of the week, but can get away for an evening or so.
