natedammit Posted March 8, 2018 Share Posted March 8, 2018 2 minutes ago, VikingGrrrl said: Something I do for the guests I want autographs: after the schedule is released and as close to the con as possible (to avoid changes in the schedule), write down when the guest is busy with other things (photo, talk) so you know when the guest should be at the table signing. I have found writing down this very useful when you want a lot of autographs and also have photo/talks that take up your time. For busy guests they cut off the line a while before their next activity. And factor in that they have an hour lunch break around 12-13 and other breaks when they need them. Note that less busy guests will leave before the end of the event if no one is seeing them. I endorse this advice. There's nothing worse than thinking you've got a nice spare couple of hours to get a few autographs and then it turning out the people you want are away from their desks. I mean, there are things worse than that, but it's still annoying. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spacecadet is here Posted March 8, 2018 Share Posted March 8, 2018 21 minutes ago, VikingGrrrl said: Trying to come up with some advice that haven't been mentioned... Drinking water has been mentioned, but also remember to eat! :) Something I do for the guests I want autographs: after the schedule is released and as close to the con as possible (to avoid changes in the schedule), write down when the guest is busy with other things (photo, talk) so you know when the guest should be at the table signing. I have found writing down this very useful when you want a lot of autographs and also have photo/talks that take up your time. For busy guests they cut off the line a while before their next activity. And factor in that they have an hour lunch break around 12-13 and other breaks when they need them. Note that less busy guests will leave before the end of the event if no one is seeing them. Now, did someone mention bringing food? Well yes please, I get very hungry trotting around the venue. If you bring food make sure its Camel friendly and you have plenty for me.... Camels love Wine gums. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Queen_Sindel Posted March 8, 2018 Share Posted March 8, 2018 *considers coming up with "Where's QS?" game and handing out German chocolates as prizes* 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris1970 Posted March 8, 2018 Share Posted March 8, 2018 5 hours ago, natedammit said: I endorse this advice. There's nothing worse than thinking you've got a nice spare couple of hours to get a few autographs and then it turning out the people you want are away from their desks. I mean, there are things worse than that, but it's still annoying. Yes, this is great advice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R4wly97 Posted March 9, 2018 Share Posted March 9, 2018 What sort of eating places are there inside the Olympia? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wjbleming Posted March 9, 2018 Share Posted March 9, 2018 5 minutes ago, R4wly97 said: What sort of eating places are there inside the Olympia? Expensive places. lol (Honestly though, I [stupidly] got a tuna sandwich last year inside the Olympia for £4.50!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris1970 Posted March 9, 2018 Share Posted March 9, 2018 A pizza place, cant remember the name. Ok price, but I am not the one to ask. I am used to swedish prices. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wjbleming Posted March 9, 2018 Share Posted March 9, 2018 6 minutes ago, Chris1970 said: A pizza place, cant remember the name. Pizza Express. lol 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris1970 Posted March 9, 2018 Share Posted March 9, 2018 3 minutes ago, wjbleming said: Pizza Express. lol Lol! No, some italian name, it was really nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Queen_Sindel Posted March 9, 2018 Share Posted March 9, 2018 Pizza Express is the only one I am aware of too. Unless I missed a refurb or something like that. There were some pretty good Italian places closeby though. Maybe you remember one of these names? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robmoriarty Posted March 9, 2018 Share Posted March 9, 2018 30 minutes ago, Chris1970 said: A pizza place, cant remember the name. Ok price, but I am not the one to ask. I am used to swedish prices. Had to queue for an hour there last year. They were okay, but definitely not worth that wait. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R4wly97 Posted March 9, 2018 Share Posted March 9, 2018 @wjbleming @Chris1970 Ok thanks I thought they might be expensive but oh well I need to eat! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R4wly97 Posted March 9, 2018 Share Posted March 9, 2018 @Chris1970 @robmoriarty Is it Zizzi you’re on about? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raylenth Posted March 9, 2018 Author Share Posted March 9, 2018 As Rob said, the queues are horrendous and it's expensive in Pizza Express. There is a small café on the first floor and the food was OK but it does get very busy. IT's best to bring your own if you can Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris1970 Posted March 9, 2018 Share Posted March 9, 2018 4 minutes ago, R4wly97 said: @Chris1970 @robmoriarty Is it Zizzi you’re on about? Yes! That is it! Really nice pizza slices. Could go further inside and sit down and relax Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raylenth Posted March 9, 2018 Author Share Posted March 9, 2018 There are some small concessions - if you use pinman you can have a look around the venue and see some of them https://www.google.co.uk/maps/@51.4960626,-0.2102866,147m/data=!3m1!1e3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R4wly97 Posted March 9, 2018 Share Posted March 9, 2018 @Raylenth Ok thanks I’ll have a look, I wasn’t sure if you were allowed to bring your own food so thanks for clarifying this for me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R4wly97 Posted March 9, 2018 Share Posted March 9, 2018 @Chris1970 Yeah Zizzi’s nice it was the only other Italian franchise I could think of 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris1970 Posted March 9, 2018 Share Posted March 9, 2018 Considering a fruit diet this year, excellent if it is hot. And extra liquid. Eat a sturdy brekkie and a big one after. Done so before. Like a working day/night for me anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wjbleming Posted March 9, 2018 Share Posted March 9, 2018 Tesco was our best bet for sandwiches last year. Till they sold out of them on the Sunday and I resorted to the dear sarnie before finding out they were in stock again. lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R4wly97 Posted March 9, 2018 Share Posted March 9, 2018 I’m really hoping the weather is nice over the 3 days but with the great British weather I have no expectations of it being sunny! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
natedammit Posted March 9, 2018 Share Posted March 9, 2018 1 minute ago, R4wly97 said: I’m really hoping the weather is nice over the 3 days but with the great British weather I have no expectations of it being sunny! Oh no, you don't want it to be too nice. The Olympia can get very hot. Then the smell really gets going. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris1970 Posted March 9, 2018 Share Posted March 9, 2018 1 minute ago, natedammit said: Oh no, you don't want it to be too nice. The Olympia can get very hot. Then the smell really gets going. Packing a deo! With my luck it will be +30, no cloud and no wind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R4wly97 Posted March 9, 2018 Share Posted March 9, 2018 @natedammit Ah okay I did wonder how hot it will be because it’s a glass roof isn’t it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris1970 Posted March 9, 2018 Share Posted March 9, 2018 2 minutes ago, R4wly97 said: @natedammit Ah okay I did wonder how hot it will be because it’s a glass roof isn’t it? BBQ/Sauna... Maybe not that bad but it will be hot. Water is gold dust there. Bring it. And dress for it too, unless you plan to cosplay. A Wookie suit must be the ultimate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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