Is Chicago off the list because we already went there?
I for one wouldn't object to Chicago, but what Trudy said. And the more mobile can see new places.
Gavin, ask yourself this question. What are you more afraid of, a giant murderous demon or me?
Lilah ,'Destiny'
F2F 2: Is there anybody here that hasn't slept together?
Plan what to do, what to wear (you can never go wrong with a corset), and get ready for the next BuffistaCon: New Orleans! May 20-22, 2005!
Fred Pete - May 26, 2004 8:37:52 am PDT #3856 of 9999
Ann, that's a ferret.
Hil R. - May 26, 2004 8:40:55 am PDT #3857 of 9999
Sometimes I think I might just move up to Vermont, open a bookstore or a vegan restaurant. Adam Schlesinger, z''l
I don't know why, but I keep feeling like my city is being unfairly maligned for its weather and crime.
I lived in New Orleans for four years and never saw a gun being carried by anyone other than a cop. I was never assaulted by anyone, unless you count some grabby drunk tourists. I also spent a lot of time outside and did not melt.
Nicole - May 26, 2004 8:47:14 am PDT #3858 of 9999
I'm getting the pig!
Wow. I was really nervous about throwing Denver into the mix.
I realize that I'm biased...but it is quite beautiful here. Especially in May when everything is green and lush.
Plus, there's lots of stuff to do for those people that like to do stuff and yet still not very tourist-y--for a major city.
Steph L. - May 26, 2004 8:48:29 am PDT #3859 of 9999
this mess was yours / now your mess is mine
I *love* Denver -- but is it too far west for the 2005 F2F? This one was to be central. (I'm a total geography moron, so I have no idea if Colorado is considered "central.")
Jen - May 26, 2004 8:48:41 am PDT #3860 of 9999
love's a dream you enter though I shake and shake and shake you
Heather's point about New Orleans is well taken. It's hot, yes, but everything is air conditioned. If my experience is anything to go by, you'll probably spend more time being cold inside than hot outside.
And the crime in New Orleans that is a threat to your life doesn't affect tourists. Stay out of the housing projects and no one will kill you.
As a tourist, don't wander around the Quarter covered in beads and carrying a Pat O'Brien's mug, flash a big wad of bills, or play Three Card Monty with someone you meet on the street and you'll be just fine.
JenP - May 26, 2004 8:52:04 am PDT #3861 of 9999
I don't know why, but I keep feeling like my city is being unfairly maligned for its weather and crime.
NO is one of my favorite places. If I could only ever visit it in the middle of July or August, I'd still do it every time. And I'm no lover of the heat or humidity. Doesn't matter, though. It's fabulous that way.
I also would be happy to visit all of the other cities listed. Really liked Minneapolis the one time I was there. Haven't been to the others.
Nicole - May 26, 2004 8:53:27 am PDT #3862 of 9999
I'm getting the pig!
(I'm a total geography moron, so I have no idea if Colorado is considered "central.")
Me too, Steph. If deemed not central, I'm fine with that too.
Toddson - May 26, 2004 8:53:39 am PDT #3863 of 9999
Friends don't let friends read "Atlas Shrugged"
And may I point out - in regard to crime - that DC isn't exactly considered safe by most people.
Katie M - May 26, 2004 8:55:34 am PDT #3864 of 9999
I was charmed (albeit somewhat perplexed) by the fannish sensibility of many of the music choices -- it's like the director was trying to vid Canada. --loligo on the Olympic Opening Ceremonies
Well, I don't think we need to have Area Rules, do we? Put Denver up as a possibility and see if people like it. It's not like it's Savannah or San Diego, both of which are clearly not central.
Daisy Jane - May 26, 2004 8:56:08 am PDT #3865 of 9999
"This bar smells like kerosene and stripper tears."
As a tourist, don't wander around the Quarter covered in beads and carrying a Pat O'Brien's mug, flash a big wad of bills, or play Three Card Monty with someone you meet on the street and you'll be just fine.
Or take a bet that someone can tell you where you got your shoes at.
Actually, I think I'm just feeling a little protective of the entire south right now. Austin and Nashville don't sound bad to me either- my drive to Nashville though long is really quite beautiful.