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Post by mrchristopher on Mar 19, 2013 1:05:51 GMT -5
I've always wanted to go to Coachella, but living in the Midwest certainly makes it difficult. Do you guys just fly out there with a tent and camp, or do you stay in a hotel? If you don't mind me asking, how much is going costing you? I might have to get over my fear of flying and make it out there, but I need to know how much to save.
I bought a hotel travel package at presale: 4 tickets, shuttle passes, and hotel with 2 queen beds for 3 nights = $787 each.
This was offered through Coachella?
Yup. Most of the options are a little more expensive, although one or two were cheaper. The catch is that you need to have a group of 2 or 4 for it to work. But I was able to buy in December and not have to deal with any on sales, which was nice.
Post by Delicious Meatball Sub on Mar 19, 2013 12:01:22 GMT -5
I'm a little disappointed not to be camping, I just didn't want to deal with the stress of assembling everything I needed to camp and flying cross country (the friends I'm going with wouldn't have been helpful with this either). And I'm going to be able to enjoy the fest so much more with a good night sleep and a real shower, maybe even a morning swim.
I bought a hotel travel package at presale: 4 tickets, shuttle passes, and hotel with 2 queen beds for 3 nights = $787 each.
That's pretty awesome. I might have to look into that next year.
I'm always wary of NOT camping nearby though. I feel like you're beholden to the festival grounds if you don't camp - you need to buy all your food/drinks there, etc.
I'll be looking into it too! My only issue is that it's 3 nights instead of 4, but I see that there is an option to add a night for most hotels.
Post by crazykittensmile on Mar 19, 2013 12:06:44 GMT -5
Oh and if you are camping, bring earplugs. Lots of partying happens back at camp since the music ends early, which is cool if you also want to party, but if you want to sleep...notsomuch.
Post by FuzzyWarbles on Mar 19, 2013 12:10:57 GMT -5
I couldn't imagine doing any fest or concert without earplugs anymore. It was after Coachella '09 and the ringing in my ears that lasted at least three days afterwards I bought my first set of etymotics.
I suggest everyone get a pair. I don't know how the staff of small bars and clubs with live music go without these.
I couldn't imagine doing any fest or concert without earplugs anymore. It was after Coachella '09 and the ringing in my ears that lasted at least three days afterwards I bought my first set of etymotics.
I suggest everyone get a pair. I don't know how the staff of small bars and clubs with live music go without these.
Are there any in particular that you suggest? How much do they usually run?
Post by itrainmonkeys on Mar 19, 2013 12:12:35 GMT -5
Do earplugs really still allow you to hear the music just as good as you would without them? Like, I know there are some advanced, crazy earplugs out there but I never actually tried them. Do you still have the same listening experience or does it get muffled at all?
Do earplugs really still allow you to hear the music just as good as you would without them? Like, I know there are some advanced, crazy earplugs out there but I never actually tried them. Do you still have the same listening experience or does it get muffled at all?
To me, with the etymotics, the sound is improved. Not as much vibration in the ears.
Thanks, fuzzy. I have only had ringing a few times at super loud shows (and never for days), but I have noticed similar earplugs a few times and wanted to look into them more.
Do earplugs really still allow you to hear the music just as good as you would without them? Like, I know there are some advanced, crazy earplugs out there but I never actually tried them. Do you still have the same listening experience or does it get muffled at all?
The ones that fuzz linked above are made to just lower the volume. Not muffled in my experience, but you will hear your own head noises more loudly. Kind of weird, but worth keeping your ears safe if you're getting blasted with sound
Post by FuzzyWarbles on Mar 19, 2013 12:31:53 GMT -5
When I walk into a club with live music I'm in pain usually until I put my earplugs in I've become so used to them. It makes the whole show more enjoyable for me.
Post by crazykittensmile on Mar 19, 2013 12:33:53 GMT -5
Buy some earplugs for sleeping, too. That's the kind I originally meant. You don't want to hear your neighbor's music thumping away clearly when you want to rest
Post by FuzzyWarbles on Mar 19, 2013 12:45:06 GMT -5
Does anyone around here have some space on their campsite I could set up a small tent? I didn't get my camping pass when purchasing the ticket before the new year.