Icrontic Oktoberfest 2012 planning

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  • GHoosdumGHoosdum Icrontian
    MAGIC said:

    I think some of my finer moments have been induced by Jaeger. We need to get one of those novelty large bottles.

    Please do not attempt to play Edward Jagerhands. It's a deadly game.

    mertesnardichoke
  • primesuspectprimesuspect Beepin n' Boopin Detroit, MI Icrontian
    edited August 2012
    I was able to get a group rate for a block of rooms at the lovely Motor City Casino. The rate would be $129 a night, and would be for the Deluxe King or Deluxe Double rooms. The rate also includes parking and internet.

    The MCC is within walking distance of ICHQ Detroit, about half a mile up Trumbull. The free parking is secure and awesome, and I've been in the rooms—they are very swank.

    It's an option for those who want to share a room. Four could fit comfortably if beds are shared, more if floor space is used.

    People are certainly welcome to crash at ICHQ, but for Oktoberfest, we will only have ONE working shower. Please keep in mind that the house is still under renovation. MCC is a very close, very very nice option for those who wish to have a more comfortable place to crash for the night.

    If you are interested in the MCC rooms, let me know, because I'll need to let them know.
  • fatcatfatcat Mizzou Icrontian
    edited August 2012
    What is the deadline for the hotel rooms?

    And ouch Detroit Casino Hotel's are expensive

    I think I need to buy some of the properties near you, bulldoze them down and put up a hotel for future events :)
  • JBoogalooJBoogaloo This too shall pass... Alexandria, VA Icrontian
    fatcat said:

    What is the deadline for the hotel rooms?
    And ouch Detroit Casino Hotel's are expensive

    Definitely please shoot us a deadline when you can because I'm not sure if the wife is coming (probably not because of school), but I'd still like to offer her the chance to think about it. Thanks for checking into this for us, Prime!

    @Fatcat...$129 is an excellent deal for rooms such as those! At least compared to the ridiculousness of the prices in this area for fairly swank rooms that is :)

  • primesuspectprimesuspect Beepin n' Boopin Detroit, MI Icrontian
    Deadline, I'd say by September 12th.

    That's expensive for a casino hotel? You forgetting Vegas? lol
  • mertesnmertesn I am Bobby Miller Yukon, OK Icrontian

    Deadline, I'd say by September 12th.

    That's expensive for a casino hotel? You forgetting Vegas? lol

    Vegas during a major trade show is expensive. All other times it's cheap.
  • fatcatfatcat Mizzou Icrontian
    mertesn said:

    Deadline, I'd say by September 12th.

    That's expensive for a casino hotel? You forgetting Vegas? lol

    Vegas during a major trade show is expensive. All other times it's cheap.
    I was there during CES, Novak and I paid $89/night so INVALID ARGUMENT :)
  • mertesnmertesn I am Bobby Miller Yukon, OK Icrontian
    I pay $55/night during CES so SUCK IT :D
  • GargGarg Purveyor of Lincoln Nightmares Icrontian
    Safe to walk between casino and ICHQ at night, or driving recommended?
  • primesuspectprimesuspect Beepin n' Boopin Detroit, MI Icrontian
    Safe if more than one person. Honestly, there are probably going to be homeless people along the route and you may get asked for money but they're harmless.
  • fatcatfatcat Mizzou Icrontian
    edited August 2012
    Brian, see if you can work out a deal with the Casino shuttle service. Those of us staying at hotel could pay a flat fee (group wise) or something to get shuttled to ICHQ in the morning/night

    just a thought
  • GnomeQueenGnomeQueen The Lulz Queen Mountain Dew Mouth Icrontian
    Dibs on Kyle's room, I painted dat shit.
  • fatcatfatcat Mizzou Icrontian

    Dibs on Kyle's room, I painted dat shit.

    Isn't Kyle gonna want his own room?
  • CBCB Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ Der Millionendorf- Icrontian
    Is that the only hotel in good range? That's far too expensive for me. I'm used to the Warren LaQuinta at $44/night. :(
  • fatcatfatcat Mizzou Icrontian
    CB said:

    Is that the only hotel in good range? That's far too expensive for me. I'm used to the Warren LaQuinta at $44/night. :(


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  • CBCB Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ Der Millionendorf- Icrontian
    edited August 2012
    Those are all either too expensive or have super terrible reviews. Looks like it's going to be either an inflatable mattress or driving the extra 20 min. to LaQuinta back in Warren. :/
  • primesuspectprimesuspect Beepin n' Boopin Detroit, MI Icrontian
    edited August 2012
    There are cheap motels closer than La Quinta.

    Also, maybe check out Hostel Detroit. Right now, all the Oktoberfest dates are available, and they're very cheap - $25 a night. It's also very close to ICHQ Detroit.
  • CBCB Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ Der Millionendorf- Icrontian
    edited August 2012
    The hostel's not really an option. They have no private rooms, and certainly not private bathrooms. If I have to wait to shower, I'll do it at ICHQ.

    I've looked at all the travel sites I know, and keep coming to the same conclusion, anything under $70/nigh closer to ICHQ2 than 20 min has disgustingly abhorrent reviews including horror stories of bedbugs and other nasty things. The Warren LaQuinta really is the closest acceptable hotel option if one's criteria are 'not gross' and 'under $70'.
  • fatcatfatcat Mizzou Icrontian
    bringing a date this year. Jimmy, Eric and Brian know her :)
    mertesnprimesuspectWagsFTWUPSLynx
  • djmephdjmeph Detroit Icrontian
    I'm so in
  • TushonTushon I'm scared, Coach Alexandria, VA Icrontian
    In like a good Zin
  • BandrikBandrik Elkhart, IN Icrontian
    Rin Tin Tin, I am so fucking IN!
  • djmephdjmeph Detroit Icrontian
    I'm bringing three people that are interested in playing Magic The Gathering.
  • Iiiiinnteeeresssting. @djmeph
  • VincenzoCaponeVincenzoCapone Elkhart, Indiana New
    a very good possibility that i will attend with UPSKingpin and UPSMatl for my first Icrontic event... WOOT WOOT!!!
  • RyanFodderRyanFodder Detroit, MI Icrontian
    It appears as if I will be driving this time. Flights are much more expensive than last year :(

    That being said, ok if @susurro and I show up on Thursday?
  • maliamalia Sconnie Nation Icrontian
    After much wrangling with the university re flights, I am IN!

    Can I get an Icrontic taxi to and from DTW (as backup for @cannonfodder)?

    Arrival: 10/27, United flight 3801 @ 6:35 PM
    Departure: 10/28, United flight 3735 @ 10:16 AM
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