peter_tfc Posted April 8, 2009 Share Posted April 8, 2009 I was looking at Columbus in initially, but Miami or LA are looking like options. Flying out of Buffalo is much cheaper and around $350 for either LA or Miami. Anyone else know of a better deal? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toronto MB Posted April 8, 2009 Share Posted April 8, 2009 I am going to be working in Winnipeg from May-September so L.A. is a very real possibility for me. I'm going to have a short-term lease on a car with quite significant mileage, so I am actually considering driving the epic distances to all three group stage matches with a friend. Hopefully will get to see some of the Left Coast guys I met in Seattle if I make it to L.A. Just have to make sure I can take the vacation time, will let you guys know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
youllneverwalkalone Posted April 8, 2009 Share Posted April 8, 2009 quote:Originally posted by Toronto MB I am going to be working in Winnipeg from May-September so L.A. is a very real possibility for me. I'm going to have a short-term lease on a car with quite significant mileage, so I am actually considering driving the epic distances to all three group stage matches with a friend. Hopefully will get to see some of the Left Coast guys I met in Seattle if I make it to L.A. Just have to make sure I can take the vacation time, will let you guys know. Do we need to get you some fake ID? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toronto MB Posted April 8, 2009 Share Posted April 8, 2009 quote:Originally posted by youllneverwalkalone Do we need to get you some fake ID? Thankfully I turned 21 in November - although the pure amazement at the realisation that I couldn't ENTER that bar in Seattle has yet to wear off. So thanks for the thought haha. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
masster Posted April 8, 2009 Share Posted April 8, 2009 quote:Originally posted by Toronto MB I am going to be working in Winnipeg from May-September so L.A. is a very real possibility for me. I'm going to have a short-term lease on a car with quite significant mileage, so I am actually considering driving the epic distances to all three group stage matches with a friend. Hopefully will get to see some of the Left Coast guys I met in Seattle if I make it to L.A. Just have to make sure I can take the vacation time, will let you guys know. If you do end up driving, would you have an extra seat?? This would be incredible!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CanadasBest Posted April 8, 2009 Share Posted April 8, 2009 Now that's an epic journey I'd love to go on. You'd be going through some pretty cool places. Las Vegas for example, and right past the Grand Canyon on the way to Columbus! Since I was curious I looked up the driving times. 31 Hours to LA 33 Hours to Columbus 18 Hours to Miami 35 Hours to Winnipeg. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Bob Posted April 8, 2009 Share Posted April 8, 2009 Optimistic? Speak for yourself. I scheduled my vacation for the round robin and quarter-final. "After all, we're not going to be playing any later than that." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Bob Posted April 10, 2009 Share Posted April 10, 2009 Just booked a flight through Air Canada, one-way $276.61 from Victoria. So that's one of us written down in pen, anyway; anyone else got it set already? And anyone know any decent, cheap hotels? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
villus Posted April 10, 2009 Share Posted April 10, 2009 I live in Santa Barbara and really want to go, unfortunately I'm going to be in vegas at that time might have to drive out for the game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marktci Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 I'm going to have to give this some serious thought. A couple of opinions, fwiw. During Chivas games, the Chivas supporters set up under the grass, so I don't see the "family atmosphere" being a problem. And for these four teams, if there's anyone up there, they'll likely be Central Americans and used to a football atmosphere. As far as accommodations, I would recommend staying in the Manhattan/Hermosa/Redondo Beach areas. They're about a 15 minute drive from the HDC and far nicer surroundings than Carson. I stayed at a Residence Inn in Manhattan Beach for about 100 bucks a night. Walking distance from the beach and could sleep four, in a pinch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superbrad Posted April 11, 2009 Author Share Posted April 11, 2009 Hey Mod's...can you sticky the travel threads until game time? Lord Bob have you bought your game tic's yet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Bob Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 Tickets don't go on sale until I think the seventeenth. And for when we do buy our tickets, we should probably agree on whether we're going with section 101 or 121. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superbrad Posted April 11, 2009 Author Share Posted April 11, 2009 Exactly what I was wondering. I should have my air booked this coming week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Bob Posted April 14, 2009 Share Posted April 14, 2009 Tickets go on sale Friday, guys. So let's sort out this section thing once and for all. I still think we should go with section 101. First off, 121 is the Galaxy/Chivas supporters section, so if we go there we might clash with any enthusiastic neutrals (it could happen - unlikely, but let's not pretend it's impossible). Second, that grass berm really worries me, since if security guys get complaints about language or gestures from a dad and two kids, things might go wrong for us in a hurry. Third, yes, 101 is deeper than 121, but there's not going to be many of us so it'll be most important to just get to the front row of whatever section we're in regardless of its size. I'm in favour of buying tickets in 101 and trying to get in the first couple rows if at all possible. If anybody could buy up a block of tickets, even just two or three extra, that would be hugely helpful. I'd love to help out in that regard but, to put it bluntly, I'm spending more money than I've got on the Gold Cup already! Any objections? I think we need to know where we're going to be on Friday so we can make sure we concentrate as much as possible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scottie Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 Ok guys I'm in for sure, you can add me to the list. Only problem is I'll still be 20 in july.... anyone wanna buy my beers? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superbrad Posted April 15, 2009 Author Share Posted April 15, 2009 ^He he....Canadian's can drink anywhere - no? I'm ok with section 101....let's say that's official. Scottie I'll add you to the list. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcaout Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 I might be attending this game, I've not made any plans yet. Does anyone expect a quick sell out? Is there a lot of competition for section 101? I know how empty the giant football stadiums are for these games but HomeD has half the seats. I'm tentitive at best this week so if there is a list people are being added to you might add me with astrix. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scottie Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 Have we settled on a section? Tickets are on sale now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Bob Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 I think we're sold on section 101. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superbrad Posted April 18, 2009 Author Share Posted April 18, 2009 Ok stupid Ticketmaster won't let me pick the section...any suggestions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matthew Posted April 18, 2009 Share Posted April 18, 2009 quote:Originally posted by superbrad Ok stupid Ticketmaster won't let me pick the section...any suggestions? Call them. Look up the direct local line for the city and call them long distance. I had similar problems during WCQ and they were very accommodating. Good luck. cheers, matthew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keegan Posted April 18, 2009 Share Posted April 18, 2009 quote:Originally posted by matthew Call them. Look up the direct local line for the city and call them long distance. I had similar problems during WCQ and they were very accommodating. Good luck. cheers, matthew Yup call. During the Jamaica game they wouldnt let you pick sections either so I just called and got a WAY better section, basically they just throw the worst ones at you first. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vancouver Fan Posted April 18, 2009 Share Posted April 18, 2009 Sorry guys I'm not going to be able to go now. Have family visiting from out of town. If the tickets have been purchased let me know and I'll purchase mine anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superbrad Posted April 20, 2009 Author Share Posted April 20, 2009 Hey guys - I have had no luck in getting any seats in 101. The one section where we can have front row is 120. I'm willing to buy a few seats however I'd like some feedback. Anyone actually buy in 101? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CanadasBest Posted April 21, 2009 Share Posted April 21, 2009 Don't buy a seat for me until I'm confirmed. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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