San Diego Hotting Up

With only 2 months to go until the Kick off of RunRevLive 2014 in San Diego, things are hotting up in the office with requests and interest, so I thought I would take a moment to answer your Top 10 Frequently Asked Questions…

Q.1: I booked a Premium / Budget Ticket – which nights are included in my overnight stay?  

A.1: In either Premium (Manchester Grand Hyatt) or Budget (The Embassy Suites) the Check In & Out days are the same. Check-In is Monday 1^st September with Check-Out on Friday 5^th September.  

Q.2: My travel In/Out of the San Diego requires me to stay an extra night(s), how do I book these please? 

A.2: Please book these directly though us, to ensure you do not need to change rooms and that you are included in our Preferential Rate & Group Booking Block. 

Please use the links below and select the multiple(s) of nights required. Once your Order has been confirmed, please email JoJo  to confirm required additional date(s): 

Embassy Suites:

https://livecode.com/store/conference/runrevlive14-budget-xtranight

Manchester Grand Hyatt:  

https://livecode.com/store/conference/runrevlive14-premium-xtranight 

Q.3: I booked Ticket only, but would now like to add Accommodation – is this possible? 

A.3: Why yes, of course! Please follow the steps as above and remember to confirm your Check-In & Check-Out dates by emailing JoJo.

Q.4: I am attending the Community Day but would like to stay overnight, is this possible? 

A.4: Again yes, of course – Please follow the steps in A.2 and all will be taken care of for you! 

Q.5: I am attending RunRevLive in San Diego, what is included in my Ticket? 

A.5: Whether you buy a Community Day Ticket or a 4-Day Pass, you can be sure of being well looked after. We start each day with Tea, Coffee, Juice & Snacks and keep you energised in between sessions with Morning & Afternoon Breaks as well as an informal Lunch.  

WiFi is available in the Conference area and we have both a dedicated Customer Services Representative and Conference Host to look after you and assist throughout. 

 We also have our Networking Evening on Tuesday 2^nd September, where you have the chance to meet with all the other Speakers and Attendees.. Plus (of course) the LiveCode Team. 

Q.6: Is the cost of WiFi included in the Hotel Rooms? 

A.6: For those of you staying at the Manchester Grand Hyatt, yes there is Complimentary WiFi in each Room booked with our Block Group Booking. 

If you are a guest at the Embassy Suites, we have negotiated a 50% Discount for all our Block Booked Attendees.  

Q.7: I have never been to San Diego, what is it like? 

 A.7: San Diego is the 8^th largest City in the USA and the 2^nd largest in California. Situated to the South of Los Angeles and adjacent to the Mexican Border, it as a warm and pleasant climate, with average September Temperature of Highs 77 & Lows 66 – That’s 25-19 Degrees C for us Europeans! 

San Diego International Airport is well serviced for both Domestic & International Flights and is only a 10 minute car journey away from the Conference Venue.

Q.8: If we’re not staying onsite, are there plenty of places to eat & drink? 

 A.8: Goodness yes. The ‘Gaslamp Quarter’ is a 16.5 block historical area in Downtown San Diego, which is a 5-10 minute walk from the front of the Manchester Grand Hyatt. Here you’ll find a selection of bars and eateries to suit all tastes and budgets. 

Wanted somewhere a little more on the water? Not to worry, Seaport Village is located directly to the back of the Hotel, running adjacent to the Harbour and Marina area. Offering a selection of Cafes and Restaurants, this area is also a perfect little shopping village, open from 10am – 10pm daily. Many of the local tours and attractions have a drop off / collection point here also.  

Q.9: I am thinking of bringing my Family or Partner with me. Is this possible and will they be bored whilst I attend the Conference sessions?  

A.9: Of course they are welcome! There is no additional cost for spouses sharing a room, however there may be if you decide to bring the whole family along. Not to worry, we have negotiated amazing discounted rates, so if you think you’d like to make this a mini-break, please email JoJo and she can help you plan your trip.

 As to will they be bored? Not. At. All. Please see my answers below to Questions 10! 

Q.10: I see there is “Free Time” on Friday afternoon and some evenings, any suggestions on what to do? 

A.10: This is one thing I loved about San Diego, the amount there is to do within the immediate vicinity. 

Want to pop over and look at the Old Town, Coronado *and* Balboa Park, but a little pushed for time? How about the Hop-On/Hop-Off Trolley Tour?  A great way to see the city and have your very own voiced guided tour. 

Fancy a ball game? PETCO Park houses the San Diego Padres and we’re sure there will be a game on whilst your in town!  

 Love Big Boats? How about the USS Midway Aircraft Carrier & Museum? Even better, this one is a 15 minute wander from the Conference venue along the Seaport Promenade. (There’s even a Pedi-Cab option to save your feet for the Midway itself). 

Add to all of this Jet Ski’s, Beaches, a Zoo and the Mexican / Little Italy areas and you are spoilt for choice. 

However, it wouldn’t be fair if I didn’t also point out the Top Gun factor. Yes, that iconic 80’s Film was filmed and set here in San Diego and Coronado Island. 

Don’t believe me? Check out this great article marking the highlights from the film 

And if you’re a die-hard fan (like me) how about a stop off at Kansas City BBQ. Opposite the Conference venue (2 minutes walk from the main front doors) and you can be transported into the film itself. Go On.. I dare you to try the piano!

Stop Press!. Q 11 I can’t be there in person, is there another way of taking part?

Yes! We’ve just announced the Simulcast – live streaming of this event. Get the Membership Pledge and view the whole proceedings from the comfort of your armchair!