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Decided to make a group for all of those who plan on attending the Las Vegas Convention at some point. Group is for meeting new people who are going and also providing information for the first timers. The Vegas Convention is August 9-12, 2012.
Website: http://www.creationent.com/cal/st_lasvegas.html
Location: Las Vegas, NV - Rio Hotel
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***I know there will be some people going for the first time and it isnt always easy to find tips about attending the Las Vegas Convention so i am placing the tips on the main page.
These tip are from Eric. Thanks for the Tips!***
I've been to the Vegas convention every year since 2002, plus other Star Trek and general Sci-Fi conventions in Vancouver BC, Seattle, Portland, Los Angeles, and Salt Lake City (I think around 35 or so in total since my first one in 1992). Here are my suggestions--
* Talk to people in line around you. I have met people from all over the US and from all parts of the world, including Japan, England, Germany, Australia, Chile, Spain... A big part of the fun of the convention for me is just talking with other fans, and I see many of them again each year. If you have business cards, it makes it easy to trade email addresses.
* Bring some snacks. There is food available in a sandwich/salad kiosk just outside where the convention is held (inside the Hilton convention area), but it can be kind of pricey. Farther away near where the Experience USED to be there is a Pizza Hut, and there is a nice buffet at the Hilton as well, but if you throw a few granola bars or whatever you like to munch on into a backpack, you can save money for things from the dealer's room The Hilton provides large jugs of ice water and plastic cups in the actual convention hall, in the dealer's room, and outside the convention hall, so you don't have to worry about bringing bottled water unless you really want to.
* Bring extra batteries and memory cards (or film) for your camera. Besides getting shots of the stars while they are on stage, you'll see a lot of folks in some cool costumes. Most of them don't mind at all if you take a photo with them.
* Dress up if you can-- it just adds to the experience. I'd say that at the Las Vegas convention, about 20% of the attendees wear a costume of some sort, or at least a uniform top with jeans. About another 20% wear a Star Trek t-shirt or baseball cap with regular casual clothes, and then the rest are mostly in shorts, jeans, and T-shirts. I like to bring a different costume for every day and really go all out. In the past, I've dressed like a Klingon, an Andorian, Mr. Data, and a Borg.
* Despite being in Las Vegas in August, the actual convention hall tends to be on the chilly side because of the air conditioning. If you get cold easily, you might want to bring a sweater or a long-sleeve shirt.
* The Dealer's Room is large and has a nice variety of things, from actual screen-used costumes and props (these can get pricey) to models, toys, patches, fan-made uniforms, action figures, videos, books, art, t-shirts, 8X10 photos, posters, CDs, etc., and not all from just Star Trek. Most of the vendors are equiped to take credit cards, but having cash on hand doesn't hurt.
* I am not really into autographs or photo ops, but the lines for really popular stars can be REALLY long (sometimes over an hour). Photo ops and autoraphs can sell out quickly, so if there is someone you would really like to get, buy your ticket for them sooner rather than later.
* There are other supporting actors in the dealer's room, and generally you just walk up to their table if you would like a photo or an autograph. The Creation website has the price list for each person appearing.
If you have other questions, let me know :-)
-_Eric
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Comment by Jay B. Bonnes on February 8, 2013 at 6:05pm
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Hello fellow Trekkies/Trekkers it is starting to get close to that time of year again... THE KAHN of all cons STLV! Since most of us are not rich here's a few tips to try and save you in airfares. First try to book your airfares as close as possible online at 3:00pm EST, I know it sounds strange, but that is statistically the time of the weekwhen airfares are at their lowest. Do NOT book your airfare on weekends when rates are almost always higher! Also a key factor in finding a better deal as we head toward the end of summer is starting early — airlines typically start to release their cheapest seats for domestic routes about 3 1/2 months before departure (this is when they start to actively manage the cheaper price points on flights). This information does work so good luck to us all as we prepare for our Annual Pilgrimage to the STLV Kahn again!
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Comment by Lt. Reg Barclay on February 6, 2013 at 6:55pm -
Looking forward to seeing you
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Comment by Iroczcamar0 (Chris) on February 6, 2013 at 5:36pm -
Ill be at grand slam as well, comin from NY
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Comment by Frankie Engelbert on January 24, 2013 at 10:09am -
:( Not me. I wish I could.
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Comment by Lt. Reg Barclay on January 24, 2013 at 9:47am
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He Got our tickets for the Creation SCI-FI Convention Feb 15-17th. It is in Burbank .. The whole cast will be there from STTNG! Awesome!!
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For those of you getting your Risa Outfits ready for the Kahn here is the perfect geek accessory for your Pleasure Planet frolicking! A large sterling silver Horga'hn pendant! “The Horga’hn is the Risian symbol of sexuality. To own one is to call forth its powers. To display one is to announce you are seeking Jamaharon. Will you be seeking Jamaharon?” The Pre-Kahn price is still $285 with a black leather cord (tell me the length you want) with a sterling clasp!
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Comment by jorDe' vestai-VamPyr on January 22, 2013 at 11:59pm -
I got 5 nights for less using my Reward Player's Card. Plus I no money to hold and can cancel up to the day before the Convention.
But great for those that can use this other chance for a great deal.
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I got this from Mark...! Anybody going to the ST Convention in August can stay at the Rio for $235.20 for 5 nights. The phone number to call is 866-635-7122 and Promo Code PRBRM. Only $42 per night plus tax. Mountain view, king or 2 queen beds, non-refundable, and non-transferable. But hey what a deal!!!
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Comment by Frankie Engelbert on January 14, 2013 at 6:01am
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I can't wait! My mom is coming again as well. She had such a great time last year. I am trying to convince her to wear a costume. :)
Is there anyway to get rid of old discussions. Not that it is a big deal but it kinda clogs up the page.
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Comment by jorDe' vestai-VamPyr on January 7, 2013 at 7:36pm
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The date in the First part of the body should be up dated. It still lists the Vegas Convention as August 9-12, 2012.
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