Ravens @ Bills - group tickets

**Mista T** · 04-12-2007, 01:43 PM

Anyone interested in going in on a group ticket purchase to the Bills game Sunday Oct 21st, sign up below. There are sevaerl different ways we can go: via Ravens FO, via Bills ticket office, or via a connection or in Buffalo.

Brokers' fees? No way!

**PurplePill** · 04-12-2007, 03:03 PM

Originally Posted by Mista T

Anyone interested in going in on a group ticket purchase to the Bills game Sunday Oct 21st, sign up below. There are sevaerl different ways we can go: via Ravens FO, via Bills ticket office, or via a connection or in Buffalo.

Brokers' fees? No way!

I'm interested. Let me know T

**WxKevin** · 04-12-2007, 03:17 PM

I'm in

**ladyraven127** · 04-16-2007, 11:20 AM

I'm sure Rick wants to go . . . . I'll tell him to check out this thread this evening.

**stanlda2** · 04-17-2007, 09:57 AM

I would be interested in the details but more interested in a San Fran game on 10/7. Thank you,

**octscotts** · 04-17-2007, 10:14 AM

Hi,

We're newbies to this board but my husband & I are definitely interested. We've made hotel reservations already, just so we'd have them.

Jessica

**octscotts** · 04-17-2007, 10:20 AM

BTW...heard the team will be staying at the Hyatt downtown Buffalo. Don't know how reliable that is. Anyone else heard anything?

**BaltimoreRon** · 04-17-2007, 12:32 PM

Originally Posted by stanlda2

I would be interested in the details but more interested in a San Fran game on 10/7. Thank you,

Welcome to the board, newbie.

Mista T -- where do you plan on staying? Anyone know the proximity to Niagra Falls?

**octscotts** · 04-17-2007, 01:44 PM

My boss is a Buffalo native and she's been giving me tips. The stadium is about 10-15 mins. outside of Buffalo but easily accessible. She's the one that recommended I stay at the Hyatt because that's where the visiting teams have stayed in the past. She said Niagara Falls is about 30-45 mins. away, but she recommends getting your passport and seeing it from the Canadian side. It's supposed to be prettier.

Jessica

**Mista T** · 04-17-2007, 09:31 PM

Originally Posted by octscotts

My boss is a Buffalo native and she's been giving me tips. The stadium is about 10-15 mins. outside of Buffalo but easily accessible. She's the one that recommended I stay at the Hyatt because that's where the visiting teams have stayed in the past. She said Niagara Falls is about 30-45 mins. away, but she recommends getting your passport and seeing it from the Canadian side. It's supposed to be prettier.

Jessica

Welcome, Jessica. We look forward to tailgate partying with you & husband at Rich Sadium.

Your boss is right on. Niagara Falls, NY is a dump. Ever see the movie "Canadian Bacon", as John Candy escapes from Canada back to the motherland of the smokestacks of Niagara Falls? If not: rent the movie.

Originally Posted by stanlda2

I would be interested in the details but more interested in a San Fran game on 10/7. Thank you,

Doubtful that we'll be able to get a large block of tickets at SF. I would expect a lot fewer participants for SF than Buffalo, which is one hour cheap flight or a six+ hour drive. I'll give it a shot with the 49rs ticket office and open a another thread re 49rs game.

As to details on Buffalo: you can fill in the blanks. All we do here is post the opportunity to get tix together and tailgate party.

Originally Posted by BaltimoreRon

Mista T -- where do you plan on staying? Anyone know the proximity to Niagra Falls?

Ron: I can't plan that far in advance! Most likely I would stay in Toronto (100 miles from Buffalo) or Niagara Falls (20 miles). Or -- I have friends who live in the Thousands Islands on St Lawrence River 100 feet from Canadian Shore - if they invite us, we may stay there.

**hdbike1** · 04-20-2007, 10:06 AM

T.,

I am definitely interested in tickets for Buffalo.

Thanks,
Denise (hdbike1)

p.s. to all, enjoy the beautiful weekend it looks like we are finnally getting!!!!

**ravensfan1996** · 04-23-2007, 10:15 AM

"she recommends getting your passport and seeing it from the Canadian side"

Its a good idea to get your passport but as of right now you dont need it to drive or walk into or out of canada or mexico. (its only needed for air or boat travel right now) In 2008 you will need it to drive or walk. Just an FYI.

**stanlda2** · 04-24-2007, 09:02 AM

I'm new to this site. Will someone fill me in on how this works for the Buffalo trip. Does someone get a block of tickets and we buy from that person? Do we make all our own hotel and air reservations? When will we know about the tickets? Thanks for the info!

**WxKevin** · 05-09-2007, 11:43 AM

Originally Posted by stanlda2

I'm new to this site. Will someone fill me in on how this works for the Buffalo trip. Does someone get a block of tickets and we buy from that person? Do we make all our own hotel and air reservations? When will we know about the tickets? Thanks for the info!

There are different ways to do it but this is how we do trips when organized on this board.

Somebody, usually Mista T, will reserve a block of tickets from the away team. Then if you are interested you call the number that is provided and reserve your tickets. That's about the extent of what is done for you. After that it is up to you to reserve the airplane and hotel, although we try to all stay in the same hotel. If enough people are interested than a block of hotel rooms can be reserved. 2 years ago in Jacksonville we all tailgated at a park in the morning and the whole thing was catered. We each paid something like $20 a piece. At the very least we will arrange to all meet somewhere.

You can go through WNST or one of the Ravens Roost or Nest to get everything included but the price will be a bit higher. But if you prefer this convenience than maybe the extra money is worth it. I generally don't go through those any other organizations as this board is "my peeps".

**octscotts** · 05-09-2007, 12:59 PM

Is there anything new as far as tickets?

**Mista T** · 05-09-2007, 03:55 PM

Originally Posted by stanlda2

I'm new to this site. Will someone fill me in on how this works for the Buffalo trip. Does someone get a block of tickets and we buy from that person? Do we make all our own hotel and air reservations? When will we know about the tickets? Thanks for the info!

Yes & yes -- pretty much the way that wxKevin described it, although it varies by location.

If you are a seasoned traveler, or at least a risk taker, you can sometimes save $$$$ by making your own arrangements and hooking up with other message board members. I always save $$$, but I will fully admit to being a cheapskate when traveling: Southwest Ding fares, timeshare exchanges, below face value game tickets etc

If not, or for some cities where hotel deals or ticket availability make group deals more desirable, you should go with an organized group. One of our board sponsors is www.ravenstrips.com. They often put together a good & complete road trip package. In particular, if they can get group pricing in cities that have outrageous hotel ricing -- e.g. San Francisco or Seattle -- you may even be better off financially with an organized group.

Originally Posted by octscotts

Is there anything new as far as tickets?

Sorry - I'm "downy oshun fishin'" this week, with only dial-up connection. I'll check out opponent tickets situation next week & report back.

**octscotts** · 05-10-2007, 07:36 AM

I'm in Salisbury so I know you've had iffy weather. Enjoy your visit.

**rayvens** · 05-12-2007, 09:38 AM

I am down for this trip. Let me know where people plan on staying.

Thanks!

**Mista T** · 05-16-2007, 07:30 PM

Update:

We need 15 commitments to get group tickets. Price would range from $42 upper high rows to $58 upper lower rows. (With Stub Hub, the prices for matching seats is 100% to 150% higher).

Although I swore I wouldn't be the middle man again, I'll handle the tickets one more time, for this game only. I would need to make a financial commitment by June 9th. Which means I would need $$$ in hand by that date -- I have been burned before, so no exceptions unless I tailgate party with you!

Please make a firm decision by NLT May 30th, which means: send me a check by that date. (No, I don't trust Pay Pal). PM me for the address. If we do not get the 15 minimum, I'll shred your check.

Who is definitely in? I'm good for two tickets.

Originally Posted by rayvens

I am down for this trip. Let me know where people plan on staying.

Thanks!

rayvens: Does being "down" mean that you are "up" for the trip? Just curious.

**octscotts** · 05-18-2007, 08:30 AM

Hey,

Thanks for playing middle man. Put me and the hubby down for 2, but I'd prefer the lower rows. I get a little hedgey sitting waaaayy up high.

Let me know where to send the money.

BTW, we're at the Hyatt downtown. We're flying in on Friday morning and renting a car. We're definitely doing the falls and Toronto. Anybody up for some tailgating Sunday AM?

Jessica