| laborlitigator |
I know full well this might be just spittin' into the wind but what about it?
Perhaps we can plan it for 2005. . . you're ideas and suggestions.
I'd think we'd need at least the following:
1. Location.
2. Date.
3. Ideas for activities and/or forums to be held.
4. Appoint an organizer and various committees.
5. Request sponsorships and/or advertisers.
6. Determine costs to members.
I'd love it just to be able to see every person on this board. |
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| MDteX |
Sounds like a great idea!
1. Location. -- Obviously the central US makes the most sense.
2. Date. -- Summertime so the kids could come along.
3. Ideas for activities and/or forums to be held. -- A Zaino shine-off?
4. Appoint an organizer and various committees. -- Thanks laborlitigator for volunteering!
5. Request sponsorships and/or advertisers. -- Tim? Admin? Acura?
6. Determine costs to members. -- Tim? Admin? :2:
No matter what date is selected it will be a conflict for some. Maybe we could get some Acura representation at this tailgate party.
Sounds like a good time! :7: |
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| EXCALIBUR |
| Location: Honolulu, Hawaii |
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| MDteX |
quote:
Originally posted by EXCALIBUR
Location: Honolulu, Hawaii
Is the MDX amphibious? :D |
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| mdxxxx |
I vote for the fun convention capital.
Las Vegas... :4: |
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| JayPogi |
quote:
Originally posted by mdxxxx
I vote for the fun convention capital.
Las Vegas... :4:
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| msu79gt82 |
quote:
Originally posted by MDteX
Sounds like a great idea!
Maybe we could get some Acura representation at this tailgate party.
Will need to have some smokers there - a little brisket, etc:1: |
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| laborlitigator |
I'll second MDXXXX on the Bellagio but I wonder what the cost would be.
As for date: I'll throw out the first weekend in August 2005. |
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| JayPogi |
| I think the cheapest Bellagio room is $350-$400 (yikes!!). Excalibur or that Spinx/pyramid hotel (forgot the name) is fine 4 me as long as its in the strip. |
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| JL889 |
I like New Orleans or Atlanta Any takers?
Las Vegas would be fun but i'll only be 20 :( |
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| DaveMDXWave |
| I love Vegas. I'll cast my vote towards Nevada. |
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| deltajetfixer |
quote:
Originally posted by JayPogi
I think the cheapest Bellagio room is $350-$400 (yikes!!). Excalibur or that Spinx/pyramid hotel (forgot the name) is fine 4 me as long as its in the strip.
You don't want Excalibur. I was there in November of last year and the ventilation system can't handle the cigarette smoke. We could even smell traces in our non-smoking room.
To be fair, Excalibur is one of the "oldest" on The Strip.
Mandalay Bay and The Luxor are adjacent properties connected to Excalibur by a tram that are nicer and newer.
Yep. Bellagio is expensive. Their water fountain show is pretty cool. I know a fellow who got a $75 a night deal at The Venetian (midweek) off of Priceline.com. |
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| hondacuraworld |
| I'd love to be there :4: |
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| laborlitigator |
| What about the MGM Grand? It is more affordable and is still pretty classy. I think Manadalay Bay would also be too much. |
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| N2TU |
This "get-together " stuff is great!...but we need a more centralized location. Las Vegas is nice...but are we going there for the gambling or are we gathering for a MDX "love-in"?
The suggestion for Atlanta or New Orleans seems to be on target....centralized with a good mix of "other" activities...
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| mullysalt |
| having spent some time in Las Vegas people who aren't used to the heat that time of year might not be very comfortable. High temps that time of year can easily top 110 degrees.:eek: I like the Vegas idea(right, LL) but just trying to think of the group as a whole. The first week of August sounds great because my birthday falls during that week. |
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| JL889 |
| How many people are we looking to get together? About 50 you think? Lets see how many people we can get in and then we'll determine how big of a place we need |
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| laborlitigator |
Since location is an issue (and I am not able to redo this thread) I'll start a new thread polling the location for the proposed AcuraMDX convention.
Let's close the polling after 120 days. . . |
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| laborlitigator |
Your vote counts.
If you have another location you'd like to suggest, let me know and I'll add it to the poll.
If a location is added that you want to change your vote to, also let me know. However, do such through the thread and not a PM since I don't want to be accused of doctoring the results.
THE POLL WILL EXPIRE AFTER 120 DAYS. |
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| keremoner |
| Washington, D.C. |
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| mullysalt |
I threw in my vote for Hawaii because as I'm typing this it has finally reached 10 degrees outside. Really location for me isn't an issue as I'm sure whatever location is chosen it will be a hoot!:2party:
Even if we had it in Cleveland.:4:
P.S.-I hear Michigan is beautiful during the first week of August.:trustme: |
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| Fabvsix |
| Wine Country NAPA Valley, Napa California ! :cool: |
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| tax_atty |
| I voted for NY but my second choice would be Vegas. If it was in Vegas in August '05 as was suggested elsewhere, I would probably go but unfortunately I would fly and not drive my X there. |
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| MDteX |
Vegas in August is hot, very hot. So is New Orleans and it has more humidity. Denver or the surrounding area like Breckenridge or Vail is very nice and beautiful in the summer. And Colorado is the #1 micro brewery in the country! :7: Obviously several members may show up via air and not bring their beloved MDX with them due to the distance.
I vote for the Rockies!!! :29:
And why 2005? August or September is still 8 months away. Why not this year? |
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| mullysalt |
quote:
Originally posted by MDteX
Vegas in August is hot, very hot. So is New Orleans and it has more humidity. Denver or the surrounding area like Breckenridge or Vail is very nice and beautiful in the summer. And Colorado is the #1 micro brewery in the country! :7: Obviously several members may show up via air and not bring their beloved MDX with them due to the distance.
I vote for the Rockies!!! :29:
And why 2005? August or September is still 8 months away. Why not this year?
Tex makes some valid points. Why not this year? We should be able to settle on a place soon(maybe 30-45 days). Then we can find luxurious accomidations for the group. Plan a few events and what do you know? We have a meet to end all meets.:4:
I know I've over simplfied things but with all the bright minds on this board we should be able to pull this thing together for an 04 date. |
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| crmsnidol |
quote:
Originally posted by keremoner
Washington, D.C.
I'd participate if it was in the NOVA/Western Maryland area. Where are the bulk of the board members from? I would guess the midatlantic states and east coast. |
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| mullysalt |
quote:
Originally posted by laborlitigator
If
If a location is added that you want to change your vote to, also let me know. However, do such through the thread and not a PM since I don't want to be accused of doctoring the results.
LL, who would ever think of even suggesting such a thing?:D
You've got my neurons flaring with this LL, partly because of the frigid weather here and the desire to meet with y'all. |
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| DavidM |
Well it only makes sense to pick a central location, that is, about the same distance from the east and west coasts. It has to be a cool place, with lots of night-life.
That means TEXAS.
Dallas is always hoppin' in the summertime, and the West End/Lower Greenville/Deep Ellum areas are sure to have all the night life anyone would want.
Ohwell.... I guess I'm prejudiced......but at least no one will have to go TOO far....only half way across the country instead of ALL the way.....!!!!!:2: |
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| JTM |
| Washington, D.C. Metro area!!! :D |
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| Kev-man |
| Nashville is about 1.5 driving days from 70% of the US population. We want as many X-drivers as possible, I would think. Sounds good to me!! ;) |
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| msu79gt82 |
| Seriously either coast would be very difficult for those on the other side, a National Convention should be somewhat centralized. I like Dallas :1: , But Denver, St Louis, Buffalo, NY (if Tim's sponsoring), etc. |
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| DaveMDXWave |
On second thought Vegas is going to be extremly HOT in August. Are you sure you want to combine a city in the desert and the hottest month of summer together? Rooms might be cheap though.
Personally, I like the Hard Rock Hotel. A little bit off the strip (which is nice) and it's a 'cozy' hotel. Great central bar for us to all meet in and go from there...
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| KenF |
Here's an out of the box thought- How about two separate ones. that way each coast can have one, more people can drive and you will have more vehicles. Very few people would drive more than 1-2 days, so if there is only one you are going to have a lot of fly-ins. There have been a lot of regional meets, now take the next step and do a east-west meet. Think of the competitions you could have- most of each color, best accessories, etc.
Start smaller, then work up to a national one. |
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| laborlitigator |
quote:
Originally posted by mullysalt
Tex makes some valid points. Why not this year? We should be able to settle on a place soon(maybe 30-45 days). Then we can find luxurious accomidations for the group. Plan a few events and what do you know? We have a meet to end all meets.:4:
I know I've over simplfied things but with all the bright minds on this board we should be able to pull this thing together for an 04 date.
I only said 2005 to give us room. If you want we can really try for this August. |
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| laborlitigator |
quote:
Originally posted by KenF
Here's an out of the box thought- How about two separate ones. that way each coast can have one, more people can drive and you will have more vehicles. Very few people would drive more than 1-2 days, so if there is only one you are going to have a lot of fly-ins. There have been a lot of regional meets, now take the next step and do a east-west meet. Think of the competitions you could have- most of each color, best accessories, etc.
Start smaller, then work up to a national one.
I'll tell you right, unless its a 4 hour drive, I'm flying there. . . you've seen my 2 girls and they would drive me and my wife nuts. I'll bring bring a picture of my X, how's that or I'll rent one in that town. |
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| msu79gt82 |
quote:
Originally posted by laborlitigator
... I'll bring bring a picture of my X, how's that or I'll rent one in that town.
How about Houston then:D , LL I've got an MDX I'll rent for a "good" price:cool: :1: |
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| zafer |
In August it better be near a beach! What about Myrtle Beach, Hilton Head, Daytona, or St. Augustine?
LL: you can fly from Newark to MB this :D |
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| Warzau |
quote:
Originally posted by msu79gt82
How about Houston then:D , LL I've got an MDX I'll rent for a "good" price:cool: :1:
I'll opt for insurance, I'd like to try some things I wouldnt in my own MDX. :2: |
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| vicpai |
| .....because I think the weather there would be somewhat "pleasant" ......maybe a nice 70ish ......While Southern California was the mecca of pleasant weather year round, I don't think that's true anymore. It can get pretty hot during summer! ......this "global warming" thing at work, I guess :D |
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| MDteX |
Memphis or St. Louis are considered the central US. If we go to Memphis maybe Elvis would stop by. :eek:
The east coast/west coast might work but I think if you do that you need to do a central US also. This is a big country. With the regionalized meets you don't get to meet as many people but the meet will have more MDXs, and obviously, with the national meet you may get to meet more people but have fewer MDXs due to the fly-ins. Like almost everything else in life there are trade-offs and compromises.
Harleys, BMWs, Corvettes, Mini-Coopers, etc all have national meets (not really sure about the Coopers but I thought I would throw that in :D ) and they attract people from the entire country. There's no reason to think we can't do the same. :7: |
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| laborlitigator |
quote:
Originally posted by zafer
In August it better be near a beach! What about Myrtle Beach, Hilton Head, Daytona, or St. Augustine?
LL: you can fly from Newark to MB this :D
But Zafer, where's my wife gonna fly? :2: |
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| laborlitigator |
quote:
Originally posted by MDteX
Memphis or St. Louis are considered the central US. If we go to Memphis maybe Elvis would stop by. :eek:
The east coast/west coast might work but I think if you do that you need to do a central US also. This is a big country. With the regionalized meets you don't get to meet as many people but the meet will have more MDXs, and obviously, with the national meet you may get to meet more people but have fewer MDXs due to the fly-ins. Like almost everything else in life there are trade-offs and compromises.
Harleys, BMWs, Corvettes, Mini-Coopers, etc all have national meets (not really sure about the Coopers but I thought I would throw that in :D ) and they attract people from the entire country. There's no reason to think we can't do the same. :7:
From my own perspective, I thought of this as being a "putting a face behind the name" sort of thing and not a lining up of our X's. Then again, these things do have their own way of evolving. |
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| zafer |
| Huh? Wives are gonna come too? So much for Vegas than... |
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| catzx6 |
LL:
Is the last choice meant to be Branson, Missouri? Where a lot of performers are, like a mini-Nashville? My parents enjoyed their trip there. But I'm not interested in visiting.
EDIT: I see the correction has been made now. Don't want anyone voting for the wrong place! |
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| MDteX |
quote:
Originally posted by laborlitigator
From my own perspective, I thought of this as being a "putting a face behind the name" sort of thing and not a lining up of our X's. Then again, these things do have their own way of evolving.
Yes putting a face behind the name would be great. If you think about it everyone has an MDX so seeing everyone else's is not a requirement but would be fun. People can bring pictures!
My vote is still Vail or Breckenridge---central and nice in the summer! |
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| admin |
Either way, I'm there!
Also, if the decided location has a Fairmont Hotel/Resort close by, I can probably swing a deal/group discount. |
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| MDteX |
| Hey Admin, we have 2 threads going on for this subject. Can we combine the two?:confused: |
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| mullysalt |
quote:
Originally posted by admin
Either way, I'm there!
Also, if the decided location has a Fairmont Hotel/Resort close by, I can probably swing a deal/group discount.
Hmmmmm, I seem to remeber a Fairmont on the Plaza in Kansas City.:4: |
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| perk |
| I will definately make it if held in DC Area. But, realisitically, I could make it anywhere on the East Coast. I'm unlikely to be driving to West Coast, or even to Texas. |
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| EXCALIBUR |
| Come to beautiful and sunny HAWAII:29: |
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| MDteX |
quote:
Originally posted by EXCALIBUR
Come to beautiful and sunny HAWAII:29:
Will this be the welcoming committee? :eek: (Plagarised from the Hot Thong Thread) |
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| laborlitigator |
| Can u believe NY is in the lead? |
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| EXCALIBUR |
quote:
Originally posted by MDteX
Will this be the welcoming committee? :eek: (Plagarised from the Hot Thong Thread)
Yes and Aloooooooooooooooooha!!! |
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| Ceenit |
| MDX=Family=Orlando:D |
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| Keeper of the MuDoX |
| I like Excalibur's approach. More pictures should increase the votes for Hawaii. It convinced me ... but I think I'll fly rather than drive. |
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| EXCALIBUR |
| How about a beautiful Maui sunset? |
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| EXCALIBUR |
| Or, a catamaran ride off Waikiki Beach? |
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| mullysalt |
We're on the same wavelength here EX. We all know what's it's like to drive the MDX so maybe some island fun is in order for this group?
No, LL, I'm not talking Staten, Manhattan or Long but Maui and Oahu and the big island of Hawaii. |
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| DaleB |
quote:
Originally posted by mullysalt
We're on the same wavelength here EX. We all know what's it's like to drive the MDX so maybe some island fun is in order for this group?
No, LL, I'm not talking Staten, Manhattan or Long but Maui and Oahu and the big island of Hawaii.
So does this mean a tailgate party in the SFO or LAX parking lot? |
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| EXCALIBUR |
| I can promise you a hot time on the Big Island. |
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| mullysalt |
| Man all those pics are making me wish it was Maui Time now! It's only 3 degrees here. You know you're screwed when the temp is less than the number of fingers on one hand.:( |
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| laborlitigator |
| There is a Fairmount in San Antonio. . . |
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| EXCALIBUR |
mullysalt,
Okay, this pic is just for you.:29: |
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| mullysalt |
quote:
Originally posted by laborlitigator
There is a Fairmount in San Antonio. . .
Never been to S.A. that would be cool. I think the Fairmount is the way to go if the rest are like the one on Maui and on the Plaza in KC. |
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| laborlitigator |
quote:
Originally posted by mullysalt
Never been to S.A. that would be cool. I think the Fairmount is the way to go if the rest are like the one on Maui and on the Plaza in KC.
Plus Admin said he could "probably" get a discount since it is one of our sponsors. |
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| mullysalt |
| As amazing as that picture is I can imagine how beautiful it is in person. |
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| EXCALIBUR |
mullysalt,
The rock formation off to the left of the pic is called the Iao Needle. Before I forget, let's not forget to take in the hula show.:10: |
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| mullysalt |
Everyone made me hula with the dancers, it was awesome as you might expect. My friends told me after I got off the stage that I was the best at the art of hula out of the people from the audience that were on stage. They asked how I was so good? I told them that I focused on the hips of the hula girl in front of me and just let it flow.
Somewhere there is a videotape of this event but I've never seen it but have been told it's hilarious. |
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| greatscot |
| I'm in for Maui, even though I'm going back for Christmas this year |
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| greatscot |
quote:
Originally posted by mullysalt
Everyone made me hula with the dancers, it was awesome as you might expect. My friends told me after I got off the stage that I was the best at the art of hula out of the people from the audience that were on stage. They asked how I was so good? I told them that I focused on the hips of the hula girl in front of me and just let it flow.
Somewhere there is a videotape of this event but I've never seen it but have been told it's hilarious.
Oh yeah, got to agree, did it on my Birthday last month. Also have a short digital video clip but don't know how to post it here. |
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| msu79gt82 |
quote:
Originally posted by MDteX
Memphis or St. Louis are considered the central US. If we go to Memphis maybe Elvis would stop by. :eek:
Memphis would work out very good for me:cool: :1: |
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| xcel |
Hi All:
___Does anyone recognize this particular point of interest? Pop in 1060 W. Addison – Chicago, IL. in your NAVI equipped X’s for its actual location ;)
___Or this one down in the Phoenix area in early spring?
___I was at a Brewers vs. Cubs game at Milwaukee’s own Miller Park last year and not only was it the best ball park I have ever visited, there was a Mini Cooper rally with maybe 100 Mini’s from all over the Midwest. This place makes Wrigley look like a dump! Sorry I couldn’t find some decent pic’s in my 10 minutes on the web … Never mind, here are some decent pics.
Inside! Sorry about the ad but it is the best pic I have seen yet …
Exterior:
The infamous Sausage Race and Polish Won!
___Did I mention Renov8r is a barbeque master? With a little persuasion, I am sure he would love to make a day of it ;) Heck, if you are in the area, this thread might be of interest.
___Since St. Louis is the ~ center of the country, everyone might consider a location near there? August heat can be a bit overwhelming vs. the Lake affected and more moderate temperatures we see up north a ways …
___The World famous St. Louis Gateway Arch is an attraction most should see up close at least once in their lives. The view from the top is pretty amazing considering its location. Its construction and architecture make it a true national treasure …
___I like Branson, MO. as well … On the way, you have to stop in at Lambert’s “Home of Throwed Roll’s” off I-55 from the North in Sikeston. It might just change your outlook on what family dining is all about and how you can help others just by stopping in for a good meal while out on the open road.
___The best time we had at Branson was renting a speed boat at Table Rock Lake for a 4 hour tour … We were only at Branson for a day and a half so we did not do much in the way of a show anywhere near downtown :(
___Another consideration on the East Coast would be any of the great Beach House rentals and scenery along the Outer Banks in NC. The many lighthouses, tours of such, and miles of pristine beaches are a great attraction. You do have to worry about Hurricane season however :(
____Since I am also an aircraft nut, the Wright Brothers National Memorial in Kitty Hawk, NC. is the Holy Grail of US technological achievement and located within the Outer Banks.
___Whenever I think of California, I can’t keep a restaurant out of my mind as far as the best Clam Chowder I have ever tasted … Although I am not a fan of Clam Chowder, this is the cats meow as far as I was concerned. It not only beats the many restaurants along Fisherman’s Wharf in San Fran as far as quality and delightful ambiance, its unique history is exotically eerie! Look up its history sometime to see what I mean. It’s name? Why it is called Moss Beach Distillery of course. It is located in Half Moon Bay, California. Excellent, just simply excellent.
Ocean and location view from the side:
___Everything listed above except for the sites and sounds of California is just a long days drive from me … within 1,200 miles that is ;)
___Good Luck
___Wayne R. Gerdes
___Hunt Club Farms Landscaping Ltd.
___Waynegerdes@earthlink.net |
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| Nanagirl |
| I've never been to Branson. |
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| laborlitigator |
quote:
Originally posted by hondacuraworld
I'd love to be there :4:
Tim,
Your employer can definitely write that one off. . . just bring a few accessories to display. |
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| MDteX |
quote:
Originally posted by laborlitigator
Tim,
Your employer can definitely write that one off. . . just bring a few accessories to display.
or a few accessories for a door prize! :2: |
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| laborlitigator |
| I hope it did not come out too weird. |
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| JayPogi |
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Originally posted by laborlitigator
I hope it did not come out too weird.
LOL, I got confused for a moment.:eek: |
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| MDteX |
| We have 4 front runners with double digit percentages. San Francisco, Las Vegas, Texas and New York. The only one of those that is in the central US is Texas. Sounds good to me! :2: |
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| EXCALIBUR |
| I think you guys should still consider Hawaii.:4: |
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| BlueStreak |
Where I'd like to go (Hawaii) and where I can realistically go are completely different. For me SFO or the far west coast is out. I'd prefer someplace like Atlanta, Memphis, Myrtle Beach (golfing), or St. Louis.
My .02. |
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| MDteX |
Even though Hawaii would be nice, not many would show up. Not me, unless you are having it the middle of July since I will be in Kauai for vacation. :cool:
If we can stick to the realistic view that it makes the most sense to be in the central US which allows folks from both coasts to attend without a major drive/fly issue then we may make progress on this. Otherwise we are just wasting server space and bandwidth.
To make it the most economical and convienent we should pick a place that has easy and frequent airline service with reasonable fares. I'm still up for Vail or Breckenridge Colorado, beautiful and very pleasant in the summer. Lots of golf courses and breweries. :7: And you talk about some nice pics for the gallery and homepage.... :29: |
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| greatscot |
quote:
Originally posted by MDteX
Even though Hawaii would be nice, . . .
If we can stick to the realistic view that it makes the most sense to be in the central US which allows folks from both coasts to attend without a major drive/fly issue then we may make progress on this. Otherwise we are just wasting server space and bandwidth.
To make it the most economical and convienent we should pick a place that has easy and frequent airline service with reasonable fares. . . .
How about Memphis? Corky's on Beale Street, Gibson Guitar factory, Graceland, Rock'n Roll Hall of Fame , Peabody Hotel with its famous Ducks . . . |
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| mullysalt |
quote:
Originally posted by greatscot
How about Memphis? Corky's on Beale Street, Gibson Guitar factory, Graceland, Rock'n Roll Hall of Fame , Peabody Hotel with its famous Ducks . . .
Isn't the Rock 'n' Roll HOF in Cleveland or are there two of them?
I'm thinking tht the central US is the way to go. Maybe KC, Memphis or San Antonio. |
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| MDteX |
quote:
Originally posted by mullysalt
Isn't the Rock 'n' Roll HOF in Cleveland or are there two of them?
I'm thinking tht the central US is the way to go. Maybe KC, Memphis or San Antonio.
If you are thinking Texas and even though San Antonio is a great place to visit you may want to consider Dallas due to it being a major airline hub. There are few fights that go direct to San Antonio from the rest of the country.
And I thought the R&R HoF was in Cleveland??? :confused: They need something up there to attract people! :D |
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| RonH |
| Being in Florida, of course I'd prefer Orlando ... but I voted Texas for a central location ... just got back from spending close to a month in Houston (may even be moving there in the not so terribly distant future). |
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| DaleB |
| Downtown Chattanooga, will give the residents something to see after 7pm. Maybe it's changed, when I was there some 15 years ago the most exciting thing was watching the outside glass elevator on a new Holiday Inn. Lots of american history in the surroundings though. |
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| mullysalt |
Keeping on the central location theme, how about St. Louis, Dallas or Houston?
I think a big city like those listed gives us the best options regarding things to do and events. However, if we can find a splendid resort in a scenic area that would be really fun, too.
From the posts it seems as though a central location for the venue will offer the best chance for a larger turnout.
I still voted for Hawaii, dare to dream, right?:1: |
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| mullysalt |
quote:
Originally posted by MDteX
And I thought the R&R HoF was in Cleveland??? :confused: They need something up there to attract people! :D
You mean the cold, snow, ice and rain aren't enough.:D |
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