Who's going to be a Mile High in Denver 10-18-11?

[SMLCHNG]

Yeah, we're gonna stay Tuesday night. Not sure where yet. I'm a big fan of the Drury Inn near the Tech Center.

That's 1/2 a mile from my office. You can take the light rail from the Dry Creek station to the Pepsi Center.

[MileHighPirate]

My Wife Kathy and I are going now!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I am at a loss for words because this almost didn't happen this morning.

Today confirms there are still some wonderful and amazing people on this planet.

I give thanks in many ways today and I can happily say

WE
WILL
BE
THERE!


Once I start seeing more details on a possible meet up and how early others will be there (I'd love to make a day and night of this too!), I'd enjoy meeting you all in person for the first time.

We live in the mountains and will most definitely start thinking PARTY STRATEGY IN DENVER as soon as possible!




TODAY IS A GREAT DAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[SMLCHNG]

WE
WILL
BE
THERE!

Once I start seeing more details on a possible meet up and how early others will be there (I'd love to make a day and night of this too!), I'd enjoy meeting you all in person for the first time.

YEY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[SMLCHNG]

So, if an out of towner were to show up, what hotels are in the area and is it possible to get by without renting a car?

Absolutely.
It is easy to get from airport to downtown by cab or public transportation. The Curtis is the closest (affordable) hotel to the Pepsi Center and walk-able to/from the venue or a $5 cab ride.

Most any of the hotels in downtown Denver, have access to the free busses that run on the 16th Street mall, and those can also take you to the light rail/busses to the Pepsi Center.

[toosticks]

Since I needed six I got stuck with section 323, row 3. I've been front row in Aspen and row 20 floor at Pepsi Center before so I'm not too disappointed.

[SMLCHNG]

http://www.tripadvisor.com/LocalMaps-g3 ... -Area.html

Anywhere you can pick up the light rail, is great, cause it has a stop at the Pepsi Center.

http://www.rtd-denver.com/LightRail_Map.shtml

[seminoledq]

We're up top as well. 304. Had to go a little cheaper since we're heading to Vegas a few days after. We are adding our 14yr old 'keet to the mix this year though. It will be her first Buffett show.

DQ

[~Hippolyte~]

Just spoke with Matt from RPM Parking (@ the Pepsi Center). GOOD NEWS!!

Parking in the Premier lot - G - will be $25/space.
Parking in lots A, B & C will be $15/space. (my planned area with grass and close to the gas station)
Valet will be available for $40.

The Pepsi Center parking lots are open everyday for downtown parking, so they'll be open at 5:30am



He said propane grills are NO problem. Charcoal grills are "frowned upon", making it sound like 'try at your own risk'.

Golf carts would be treated as vehicles while traveling the lots. So if you damage anything, you're liable just like you would be in your car. He said they would usually be "frowned upon" but they want to have a good relationship with their "customers", and they know that Jimmy is a unique situation.

I forgot to ask about over-night parking, but I don't plan to need it....but I could easily ask if anyone wants to know.

I also forgot to ask about port-a-potties....which they'll either provide or have some access to public restrooms, tho they may be minimal.

[~Hippolyte~]

They quit paying me at 4:00 and I usually leave the office by 5:00. There's a light rail stop nearby so I can probably make it to the Pepsi Center by showtime.

you need to plan to leave the office by 3:30....just saying!!


no, I'm not a post-whore.....just kinda excited

[SMLCHNG]

Good job, Michael!

We just need to communicate where the group has landed, so everyone can meet. We're not going to be one of the first ones there, due to work stuff, and not bringing a lot of stuff, due to taking the light rail.

I can do a phone list, unless anyone else wants to do it??

[~Hippolyte~]

Good job, Michael!

We just need to communicate where the group has landed, so everyone can meet. We're not going to be one of the first ones there, due to work stuff, and not bringing a lot of stuff, due to taking the light rail.

I can do a phone list, unless anyone else wants to do it??

Here's a list of the people in the thread that have said YES or Maybe/Hoping:

YES
SMLCHNG + Elrod
buffettbride + buffettgroom
LIPH
seminoledq + 2
toosticks + ?
MileHighPirate + Kathy
SharkOnLand + 1
~Hippolyte~ + 2 [+ 6 more I know of (not BN'ers)]
oph
JoeBu24 + ?

HOPING
txaggirl91
wheatsailor + ?

[seminoledq]

We'd like to meet up with some people to tailgate but will also not be showing up until the late afternoon. Not sure what to do yet about food but I will be arriving with beer.

DQ

[SMLCHNG]

We'd like to meet up with some people to tailgate but will also not be showing up until the late afternoon. Not sure what to do yet about food but I will be arriving with beer.
DQ

Ditto!!!

[LIPH]

Good job, Michael!

We just need to communicate where the group has landed, so everyone can meet. We're not going to be one of the first ones there, due to work stuff, and not bringing a lot of stuff, due to taking the light rail.

I can do a phone list, unless anyone else wants to do it??

Here's a list of the people in the thread that have said YES or Maybe/Hoping:

YES
SMLCHNG + Elrod
buffettbride + buffettgroom
LIPH
seminoledq + 2
toosticks + ?
MileHighPirate + Kathy
SharkOnLand + 1
~Hippolyte~ + 2 [+ 6 more I know of (not BN'ers)]
oph
JoeBu24 + ?

HOPING
txaggirl91
wheatsailor + ?

I haven't said yes, I was inquiring about logistics in case I need to know them.

[buffettbride]

Good job, Michael!

We just need to communicate where the group has landed, so everyone can meet. We're not going to be one of the first ones there, due to work stuff, and not bringing a lot of stuff, due to taking the light rail.

I can do a phone list, unless anyone else wants to do it??

Here's a list of the people in the thread that have said YES or Maybe/Hoping:

YES
SMLCHNG + Elrod
buffettbride + buffettgroom
LIPH
seminoledq + 2
toosticks + ?
MileHighPirate + Kathy
SharkOnLand + 1
~Hippolyte~ + 2 [+ 6 more I know of (not BN'ers)]
oph
JoeBu24 + ?

HOPING
txaggirl91
wheatsailor + ?

I haven't said yes, I was inquiring about logistics in case I need to know them.

Let me know if you need a single in AAA.

[~Hippolyte~]

So, if an out of towner were to show up, what hotels are in the area and is it possible to get by without renting a car?

Absolutely.

It is easy to get from airport to downtown by cab or public transportation. The Curtis is the closest (affordable) hotel to the Pepsi Center and walk-able to/from the venue or a $5 cab ride.

The Curtis Hotel, a Double Tree Hotel by Hilton
1405 Curtis Street
Denver, CO 80202

Advance Purchase - Full Payment required at time of reservation (No Refund)
$159.20 - 2 Queen beds-Non-smoking or 1 King bed-Non-smoking

Internet Best Rate Unrestricted
$199.00 - 2 Queen beds-Non-smoking or 1 King bed-Non-smoking
(there are other rates and discount possibilities, but this was the basic info I found)

arrive RTD Bus Route #20
Depart 15th St & Curtis St @ 9:07am
Arrive Auraria Pkwy & 9th St @ 9:12am
Walk Auraria Pkwy from 9th to 7th....I'm on that corner

return RTD Bus Route #20
Depart Auraria Pkwy & 9th St @ 11:10pm (next bus at 5:47am)
Arrive 15th St & Curtis St @ 11:17pm


I'm bored, ok?? Still no job!!

[toosticks]

Is it Oct. 18 yet?

It's going to be a long wait.

[SharkOnLand]

Is it Oct. 18 yet?

It's going to be a long wait.

It's been 7 years... another month won't kill ya.

[catsway]

WE
WILL
BE
THERE!

Once I start seeing more details on a possible meet up and how early others will be there (I'd love to make a day and night of this too!), I'd enjoy meeting you all in person for the first time.

YEY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Double Yeah!!!

[toosticks]

It's been 7 years... another month won't kill ya.

7 years, 5 months to the day is way too long to have to wait between Buffett concerts. And I'm pretty certain another month might kill me given my current level of excitement.