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Gategoers at The Invasion / Re: Pre-convention get-together (unofficial)

« on: June 30, 2018, 01:17:34 AM »

2 Months, 5 days, 11 hours, 7mintes! But I am not counting! 😂😂😂😂

Hard to believe!!!!! We can't wait!!!!

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Gategoers at The Invasion / Re: Pre-convention get-together (unofficial)

« on: June 10, 2018, 12:42:25 PM »

Yup!!! We're there! Can't wait to see everyone again! We're counting on no losses of luggage this time, or delayed flights!!!

WOO HOOOOO!

Hi All,
Just touching base with you all. Can you check page 1 and make sure you are on the list if you are planning on coming to dinner. If you change your mind at any stage try to let me know please.
Squeeeeeeeeeee 😎😀😎😀

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Gategoers at The Invasion / Re: Pre-convention get-together (unofficial)

« on: September 11, 2017, 12:41:32 PM »

Hi Beckney and StargateGazer,

Thanks and welcome to the group. We did have a great time last year and it was a good way to kick off the weekend and meet newbies. The guest line-up looks excellent once again and I can't wait to catch up with friends and make new friends too!  *biting my tongue trying not to squee to early*

🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝

I was so upset that American Airlines made us miss this last year!!! Not this year!!!! Can't wait!!!! Thanks Atlantia!!!!

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Gategoers at The Invasion / Re: Pre-convention get-together (unofficial)

« on: September 10, 2017, 08:49:26 PM »

YAY!!! Ok, Barring any missed flights... missing luggage... and god knows what else went down last year... COUNT US IN!!! Me + 1!!

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The Invasion 2018 / Re: Gatecon Ticket Types & Prices 2018

« on: September 05, 2017, 07:43:59 PM »

Thanks guys you encouraged me I just purchased a gold ticket and put the very last room at the hotel on hold.... Hopefully it will be a blast I'm super excited to go to my first convention

Any tips or info or interesting shares feel free to message me and keep me in the know

Congrats! Welcome aboard! It really is a great time, and you'll meet so many awesome peeps!!!! We had so much fun and can't wait for it!

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Getting Around Vancouver & Beyond / Re: Harbour Air Seaplanes - Discount for Gategoers

« on: September 02, 2017, 03:15:58 PM »

Bags cannot weigh more than 50lbs.

Luggage Allowances

I had three bags last year and I think they were all overweight!!!! 

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Getting Around Vancouver & Beyond / Re: Harbour Air Seaplanes - Discount for Gategoers

« on: September 01, 2017, 06:03:57 PM »

Once again we have negotiated a discount with Harbour Air on airfares for travel by seaplane between Vancouver and Victoria as well as their scenic tours

We are STOKED about this!!!! We did this last year and it was an awesome day trip!!! There's lots to do in the area and we did a whale watch tour on that side. The only thing I can say is that if I remember correctly baggage has to be VERY light. (IE. Can't spend the night there if you packed like I did last year  ) But it was such a cool experience, I'd highly recommend it!

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The Invasion 2018 / Re: Gatecon Ticket Types & Prices 2018

« on: August 26, 2017, 10:27:41 PM »

I guess my phone doesn't work well with this site. Anyway, I can add a ticket but there is a great area at the bottom of the screen that says something like...

Copyright gatecon 2003 2017
Terms and descriptions
Privacy policy

This gray area must block the continue button because I can find no way to get past this page.

If anyone in charge csis, feel free to save me a silver ticket. I'd hate if they were all sold out by tomorrow. 😁

The only thing I can say is that depending on your phone you can manually request a desktop mode vs. a mobile mode which is what you're in. It didn't work on my phone, and I was helping someone earlier that had the same issue. Hopefully it works for you!

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The Invasion 2018 / Re: Gatecon Ticket Types & Prices 2018

« on: August 26, 2017, 08:59:40 PM »

I have a question for someone who's knowledgeable about Transferwise. This is for a friend. Is it possible to cancel a completed Transferwise transaction for a Gatecon ticket and then start over?

I would go directly to Ian for this one.

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The Invasion 2018 / Re: Gatecon Ticket Types & Prices 2018

« on: August 20, 2017, 10:12:19 PM »

It looks like I will, unfortunately, not be able to attend the 2018 convention, especially after looking over the ticket options. The prices are actually comparable (only slightly cheaper) to that of a typical Creation convention yet they don't give you an assigned seat within the block and, unlike Creation, photo ops are now tied to which ticket tier you have? Yeah, I understand there is a big difference between what Creation can afford and what Gatecon can afford, but as a consumer there's only so much I can afford and spending essentially the same as a Creation ticket and getting what is comparably a glorified general admission ticket with added restrictions does not seem like the value received matches the money paid.

I would only be ready to commit to a ticket if Richard Dean Anderson was confirmed to make a return appearance but, if I'm understanding the new setup properly, if it turned out I was only able to get the Copper tickets (which is the actually more expensive than Creation's Copper ticket) I would essentially be lucky to get into a photo op because I would have to wait for everybody else with a higher tier? I can understand Platinum getting priority access, but I really think having to go in order of ticket tier is a recipe for disaster, especially since at the Homecoming it tried to order the photo ops by rows and gave up several hours in.

I'm also not too keen on the payment system, it just seems like jumping through too many hoops to get a ticket. But I wish everybody the best and hope everybody has an incredible time.

We think alike. RDA will not be there. It was announced on the Gatecon FB page. For the platinum tickets, it only takes 12 people requesting 2 seats and that takes up the front row. The time zones are problems for US attendees. I noticed that many people were able to send in emails before the West Coast was awake. Back in the day, I almost volunteered for Creation events until I saw some unnerving behind the scenes stuff. Hope you do change your mind.

This is true for US attendees, but I see most of their posts immediately because I changed my notification settings on my page. This way I'm notified immediately of any changes . For platinum they're randomizing it so that everyone, no matter how early or late you send your email in, is able to have the same chances.... the only bugger part for me is that I work 4-10's and it just so happens to fall right in the middle of ticket sales. I also work at the airport. OF all things, we have a terminal named STARGATE. No joke. But anyways- will make it nearly impossible for me to grab tickets unless I run away for a little bit. Or enlist the help of my accomplice. 

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The Invasion 2018 / Re: Gatecon Ticket Types & Prices 2018

« on: August 20, 2017, 08:44:09 PM »

It looks like I will, unfortunately, not be able to attend the 2018 convention, especially after looking over the ticket options. The prices are actually comparable (only slightly cheaper) to that of a typical Creation convention yet they don't give you an assigned seat within the block and, unlike Creation, photo ops are now tied to which ticket tier you have? Yeah, I understand there is a big difference between what Creation can afford and what Gatecon can afford, but as a consumer there's only so much I can afford and spending essentially the same as a Creation ticket and getting what is comparably a glorified general admission ticket with added restrictions does not seem like the value received matches the money paid.

I would only be ready to commit to a ticket if Richard Dean Anderson was confirmed to make a return appearance but, if I'm understanding the new setup properly, if it turned out I was only able to get the Copper tickets (which is the actually more expensive than Creation's Copper ticket) I would essentially be lucky to get into a photo op because I would have to wait for everybody else with a higher tier? I can understand Platinum getting priority access, but I really think having to go in order of ticket tier is a recipe for disaster, especially since at the Homecoming it tried to order the photo ops by rows and gave up several hours in.

I'm also not too keen on the payment system, it just seems like jumping through too many hoops to get a ticket. But I wish everybody the best and hope everybody has an incredible time.

Wish you could come! I'm not to keen on open seating... not trying to complain, it's completely a personality thing...  movie theaters set in the same fear in me. I'm pretty quiet and get nervous in front of large crowds.... (Although you'd never guess it if you met me prolly  ) But it's enough to jump start my heart and make me feel like I'm having a *not so minor* heart attack. I'm getting better, but a little nervous about open seating due to this.... I definitely like the thought of having a seat with my butt labeled in it 

Creation I think did the same thing with their ticket tiers- although to be honest it worked very well with photo ops. HOWEVER, I only was able to attend one creation event... so I can't speak volumes.

Overall, I'm down to meeting all of our fellow gate-goers and having a blast celebrating the show we all love so dear!!! <3 AND omg! Amanda Tapping! But, JR BOURNE?!?! Here's PRAYING he doesn't cancel out at last second. I was heartbroken when both of them cancelled last year!!!

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The Invasion 2018 / Re: Invasion Updates

« on: August 20, 2017, 08:16:01 PM »

Hey guys I´m not sure if this is the right place to ask, but first of all English isn't my mother tongue, so please be indulgent to my mistakes. Ok so I´m from Germany and my Sister and me thinking about to travel next Year to Vancouver (for the first Time) for joining the Gatecon (for the first Time). Actually if we will do this..this will be our first Convention ever. So my question right now is can I buy Tickets from Germany too?And if yes how...and when will the tickets be aviable to buy? And do I have to take a room in the same Hotel the con will be placed or can I take another Place to stay? Ok maybe thats just many stupid questions but I really really hope that someone has the mercy to answer me.

Please come!!! It's a fantastic time and a BUNCH of fun! We can't wait!

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The Invasion 2018 / Re: Gatecon Ticket Types & Prices 2018

« on: August 20, 2017, 07:39:46 PM »

I'm wondering the same thing as PamK1950.
I'm #9 on the list and my t sounds as if I probably have no chance if the first 8 want 3-4 tots.
So bummed...ll😭

I'm #32, but they are going to be pulling random numbers so there is a chance of being able to get a platinum.  It all depends on how many tickets are "taken" when they get to your number. 

If I'm interpreting this correctly let say they pull numbers 3, 20, 44, 9, 32, 17, 10, 13 etc.  If #3, 20 & 44 each get five tix, there would be ten left when it's your number. 

If you get two tix there would be eight left when it's my turn. I'm just getting one, so we're down to seven for #17.

If #17, 10 and 13 buy the remaining tickets, everyone else will be put on a waiting list in case someone doesn't pay or make payment arrangements within the 14 day allotted time period

(Don't quote me on this, this is just my interpretation of what they posted)

Yeah, this is also how I interpreted it as well. We are #19. Best of luck to everyone!!!! <3

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The Homecoming 8th-12th September 2016 / Re: Volunteers

« on: August 19, 2017, 06:28:05 PM »

how bad is it that i'm itching to start with Invasion Volunteers organisation? XD *facepalm*
that will be a LONG wait 

Me too! We volunteered last year and had an absolute blast. Would love to help with setup this year!!!

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The Homecoming 8th-12th September 2016 / Re: Pre-Convention Get Together (unofficial)

« on: September 07, 2016, 12:41:12 PM »

We have 4 round tables all set at Harold's.  Wishing everyone safe travels to Gatecon. See you all very soon!
Atlantia

Round tables, we shall call it Camelot! Sorry, in silly mode now, really looking forward to seeing everyone! 

Just messaged you Re:tonight

Soooo, let the silliness begin!!  😆😆