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Post by musicisthebest on Feb 23, 2007 13:11:25 GMT -5
Hi, I'm a total newb to the Forum and to Bonnaroo. I'm hoping some of you fine folks might be able to help me out.
I desperately want to go VIP, but they'll only sell them in pairs. There's no way my wife will go (after the Phish Big Cypress Millennium show she said "never again.")
I've been e-mailing the Bonnaroo people but they wont sell me a single VIP ticket... Here's an excerpt from what I sent them after they first said no...
Since you won't sell me a VIP ticket, at least give an older guy some advice-- what's my best strategy to park close to the stages? I'm retired, so I can arrive at any time. Do the first people in get the closest spots? (I'm trying to avoid 4 days of hot death marches back & forth from my van to the stage, every time there's a band I want to see.) (Or at least attempt to see, by squeezing my 5'6" frame through a massive crowd to the front.)
P.S. Are you sure there's no way you can take my $600 for one VIP pass? Maybe you can forward this to someone in your organization who can help me out here?
(So you Forum folks know, I'm not ancient or infirm, I'm a drummer & I still rock out & shake my ass, but I only have so much energy to spend & I'd rather not waste it on a hot 45-min trudge each way.)
Anyhow, the Bonnaroo people replied: We are unable to sell you one VIP ticket, but we suggest you purchase the pair an try selling one on-line. We have received multiple inquires about single VIP tickets, so it shouldn't be too hard to sell your extra.
As for parking close to the stage, our parking plan is completely dependent upon the inflow of people, and we therefore are unsure when the 'best' time to enter the site is. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Best, Bonnaroo Music Festival[/i]
Now, I read your newb "Read Me," which says no selling so you don't get shut down by the promoters, but they're the ones who suggested I buy a pair & sell one online. The real problem is, you only get 1 parking pass per 2 VIP tix! (I told them that & their reply was laughable):
Hey Ray,
Many people prefer to camp with friends in the general camping area and use the VIP amenities once hanging out around Centeroo.
Best, Bonnaroo Music Festival
So I replied: Thanks, but realistically, nobody is going to pay $600 for a VIP ticket with no parking. Would you? (If so, I'll split the package with you. Or anyone who wants to pay $600 to park a mile away.) It simply won't happen. I'll just be stuck with a $1200 ticket. Not cool. Please forward this chain to the decision-makers and ask them to review this policy, which makes it impossible for an independent music lover to purchase a VIP ticket to Bonnaroo.
But then I started thinking, what if there is a group out there who just needs a 3rd VIP ticket (or 5th, 7th, whatever), but not the additional parking pass? Maybe with some luck this can still work out...
ANYHOW, I just bought a regular ticket (so I won't get shut out), but I still desperately want to go VIP & park my van close enough to the stages to avoid the horrors I've read about on your Forum. I did notice in the ticket receipt's fine print that they don't want you selling tickets "FOR MORE THAN THE PURCHASE PRICE." It doesn't say selling is prohibited, just scalping. So again, I don't think we'll "get in trouble" if we find a fair, intelligent solution for everyone involved.
Sorry this is so long, but I'm a huge Police/Stewart Copeland fan who never got to see them in the late 70s/early 80s, and I'm a big fan of a dozen other bands playing this festival.
SO, if anyone needs one VIP ticket but not the parking pass, or has an extra VIP parking pass (yeah right) please post up & let's figure something out. I'll buy the VIP package & send you the ticket, etc., at cost. (Then it should be easy to find someone here in Asheville that wants my regular ticket at $184.50 plus fees.)
look at the travel package that includes the shuttle from the airport and a vip upgrade. That may be one way around it. plus around here we do some ticket swapping for those that don't need it.
Remember this: only one car pass for two tickets when you buy a VIP pass.
We treat mishaps like sinking ships and I know that I don't want to be out to drift Well I can see it in your eyes like I taste your lips and They both tell me that we're better than this
We treat mishaps like sinking ships and I know that I don't want to be out to drift Well I can see it in your eyes like I taste your lips and They both tell me that we're better than this
Post by musicisthebest on Feb 23, 2007 13:41:05 GMT -5
indigo said:
look at the travel package that includes the shuttle from the airport and a vip upgrade. That may be one way around it. plus around here we do some ticket swapping for those that don't need it.
Thank you very much for your kindness! I just went there & checked that out, it's $550 and they drop you off in the "camping only" section (doesn't sound like they'll let my van in the VIP parking lot.)
I'm glad to hear that this is a cool site & not an uptight site!
How fast do those VIP packages usually sell out? If there's a decent chance that I can find someone on this Forum that will want the one ticket (minus parking) at cost (or below!), I'd like to buy the VIP package before they're all gone...
Seems like you should be able to get rid of that extra ticket if need be.
I also read on their travel packages...which is not clear on this. The travel VIP "upgrades" are an upgrade to your Gen Admin ticket. You would still have to buy your regular ticket plus add the cost of the upgrade.
We treat mishaps like sinking ships and I know that I don't want to be out to drift Well I can see it in your eyes like I taste your lips and They both tell me that we're better than this
Post by spookymonster on Feb 23, 2007 13:56:44 GMT -5
Same story here: I bought a pair of VIPs, but I'm the only one going. I'm planning on riding my motorcycle down and camping next to it in VIP, so I need the parking pass. The other ticket's kind of up for grabs (maybe I'll keep it with me in case I meet a cool GAer that wants to see how 'the other half' lives ).
MITB, don't take any offense from this but... can you get a handicap tag for your vehicle (or borrow one from anyone)? Accessible parking should be 1) closer and 2) readily accessible. I had a family member that was legally blind, which allowed us to use a handicap tag on our cars when we transported her. Came in handy (even when she wasn't in the car )....
Post by musicisthebest on Feb 23, 2007 14:30:45 GMT -5
spookymonster said:
Same story here: I bought a pair of VIPs, but I'm the only one going. I'm planning on riding my motorcycle down and camping next to it in VIP, so I need the parking pass. The other ticket's kind of up for grabs (maybe I'll keep it with me in case I meet a cool GAer that wants to see how 'the other half' lives ).
MITB, don't take any offense from this but... can you get a handicap tag for your vehicle (or borrow one from anyone)? Accessible parking should be 1) closer and 2) readily accessible. I had a family member that was legally blind, which allowed us to use a handicap tag on our cars when we transported her. Came in handy (even when she wasn't in the car )....
Thanks for your reply; I don't know what MITB means, but I'm certainly not handicapped & would never play that angle. But no offense whatsoever, thanks for trying to help.
P.S. What kind of bike do you have? I ride a 2005 Suzuki SV650. So: ride your bike to Asheville, I'll show you all the twisties, then we'll garage your steed, load your camping stuff into my pimped-out Astro Van & drive out to the show. Just a thought...
Post by spookymonster on Feb 23, 2007 15:54:40 GMT -5
musicisthebest said:
Thanks for your reply; I don't know what MITB means...
MITB = MusicIsTheBest.
So: ride your bike to Asheville, I'll show you all the twisties, then we'll garage your steed, load your camping stuff into my pimped-out Astro Van & drive out to the show. Just a thought...
Wow... talk about timing.... I've been emailing the Bonneroo people all morning, and they just informed me that motorcycles will not be allowed on their property in any way, shape, or form. Their guidelines mention scooters, bikes, golf carts, ATVs, and even motorized skateboards, but nothing about motorcycles! Anyway, just as I'm getting all bummed out and rethinking my trip using my SUV instead (yech!), here comes your offer!
If you're serious, you might just have a deal there. My '00 BMW R1100R may not be much of an adventure bike, but I'll try to keep up with your Wee-Strom....
We treat mishaps like sinking ships and I know that I don't want to be out to drift Well I can see it in your eyes like I taste your lips and They both tell me that we're better than this
Post by musicisthebest on Feb 23, 2007 16:32:38 GMT -5
spookymonster said:
musicisthebest said:
Thanks for your reply; I don't know what MITB means...
MITB = MusicIsTheBest.
So: ride your bike to Asheville, I'll show you all the twisties, then we'll garage your steed, load your camping stuff into my pimped-out Astro Van & drive out to the show. Just a thought...
Wow... talk about timing.... I've been emailing the Bonneroo people all morning, and they just informed me that motorcycles will not be allowed on their property in any way, shape, or form. Their guidelines mention scooters, bikes, golf carts, ATVs, and even motorized skateboards, but nothing about motorcycles! Anyway, just as I'm getting all bummed out and rethinking my trip using my SUV instead (yech!), here comes your offer!
If you're serious, you might just have a deal there. My '00 BMW R1100R may not be much of an adventure bike, but I'll try to keep up with your Wee-Strom....
By the way, what state is Asheville in? NC?
Duh--MITB. OK, I'm a dummy. When signing up for this board today, I had to pick a "handle." I was thinking "music," and that FZ line just popped into my head. I'll be OK.
Yes, I'm totally serious. BTW, it seriously sux that they won't let your bike in. That's just mean. But hey, this from the folks who won't sell me one VIP ticket...
Yes, Asheville is in NC, up in the mountains, just off the Blue Ridge Parkway. Check it out, it's absolutely beautiful here & people come from all over the world to ride here. That's why I moved to Asheville. (And also there are 7 ski areas nearby.) If I knew how to post a pic, I would.
Again, I'm totally totally serious & would like to lock this down before I go & spend $1200 on a whole package & try to sell the other half. Plenty of room in the Astro for you & all your camping stuff. And I don't need the camping spot that comes together with the parking spot--I stay in the Van.
BTW, The Van will be fully stocked with things that don't fit on a bike... like... giant coolers full of yummies. Table & chairs. A huge tarp that can shade & shelter your tent. (If you want.) Unlimited spring water. Etc., etc., etc.
This is for real. Let me know if you're interested.
P.S. I just saw your profile. I was born & raised in North Joisy! Are you in Passaic county by any chance?
Post by spookymonster on Feb 24, 2007 9:16:13 GMT -5
Don't buy or sell anything yet - I already have a set of VIPs. All you'll have to do is find a buyer for your GA tix.
I'll PM you more when I get the chance later today. We just need to see if our itineraries are compatible - I was planning on arriving Thursday morning and leaving Monday morning. How about you?
Post by musicisthebest on Feb 24, 2007 10:41:18 GMT -5
spookymonster said:
Don't buy or sell anything yet - I already have a set of VIPs. All you'll have to do is find a buyer for your GA tix.
I'll PM you more when I get the chance later today. We just need to see if our itineraries are compatible - I was planning on arriving Thursday morning and leaving Monday morning. How about you?
Yes, that's exactly when I planned to arrive at & leave the festival!
But, if you want, you could plan to arrive in Asheville a day or two early so we can hit some twisties. (That'll also build in an "insurance" day or two, in case the dreaded "hassle" rears its ugly head on your trip down from Joisy...) Mt. Mitchell, the highest point in the U.S. east of the Rockies, is a short ride up the Blue Ridge Parkway from my house. In fact, there are limitless awesome roads to carve up here.
BTW, we have a stylin' guest suite you're welcome to use. And of course a huge garage for the Beemer.
Just let me know very soon, I don't want to miss out on buying a VIP package if I need to!
Post by spookymonster on Feb 24, 2007 19:23:20 GMT -5
MITB and I just finished a lengthy phone call. The deal is done! I'm biking down to his place a day or two before, we'll tear up some of the local roads with our beasties, then off to the festival bright and shiny Thursday morn, gear and beer in tow. Save us a spot in Camp Inforoo!!!
Post by musicisthebest on Feb 24, 2007 19:58:04 GMT -5
Wooooooooooooo-hoooooooooooooooooo!
Me & Spooky are "set in stone, signed in blood, no matter what" splitting his VIP tix. I'm sending him a check on Monday & will try to sell my 1st-tier GA ticket here in Asheville.
This Forum is a beautiful thing. I am psyched! Thanks, all, for all your help & good vibes.
See you in Camp Inforoo! Wooooooooooooooooooooooo!
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