Planning: New York Comic Con NYCC Oct 11th to 14th

**HoldyourfireAl** · July 29th, 2012, 06:06:39 PM

NYCC

predator31 are starting our New York Comic Con planning, so I thought it'd be cool to see what everyone else is doing, get & give some advice, etc...

What days are you going?:
Where do you think you are staying?:
Best sites for hotel prices, etc...?

**HoldyourfireAl** · July 29th, 2012, 06:13:38 PM

First off, predator31 & I are going all 4 days, but I need to leave Friday afternoon to go to Philly to see the RUSH: Clockwork Angels Concert. I will take the train back that night & be back at the con on Saturday. predator31 will remain at the con.

For the past several years, we've stayed in Seacaucus, NJ and take the bus, outside the hotel, to Manhattan each morning. I was really looking forward to staying in Manhattan this time, but hotel prices are ridiculous! I am not spending $400 a night or staying in a dump.

The place we usually stay in Seacaucus, NJ was $159 a night last year, but as of right now, it's $279! I don't know if we should wait to see if prices go down or book elsewhere?

I highly recommend Seacaucus, as long as the bus comes near your hotel. It will save you a ton of money!

jasoncollects · July 29th, 2012, 06:35:34 PM

I'm planning on going Thur, Fri, or Sat. I live in CT, and honestly, I'll just drive in or ride the train.

The rates for rooms are full on ridiculous.

ComicArtManiac · July 29th, 2012, 06:55:44 PM

I wish! But it's about 24hours flight from my country

! Because I'm leave in Europe......

CanadianBowenGuy · July 29th, 2012, 06:56:26 PM

I and another member of the site are driving down to Syracuse, taking the Amtrak into Manhattan and staying at our usual spot, taxes in about $400/night (thank goodness for splitting it!) We've been to every NYCC except the 2nd one and are very grateful it's not held in the late winter anymore! Is there a get together in NYC this year?

kalel729 · July 29th, 2012, 07:01:38 PM

I plan on going Saturday or Sunday haven't decided yet I live in New Rochelle,NY an plan on taking train in and either walk to center or take 10 minute bus ride. There are a couple of hotels here in New Rochelle that are 5-10 minute walks to train station links are here Marriot is first .Residence Inn By Marriott New Rochelle,New Rochelle,NY-Residence Inn By Marriott New Rochelle - 35 Le Count Pl,New Rochelle,NY,10801,US Raddison is next Good luck

kalel729 · July 29th, 2012, 07:02:37 PM

sorry forgot 2nd hotel my badhttp://www.radisson.com/new-rochelle-hotel-ny-10801/nyrochel?s_cid=se.ggl.rad_cmp15

**HoldyourfireAl** · July 29th, 2012, 07:12:30 PM

Thanks for the advice!

meteorman69 · July 29th, 2012, 08:23:52 PM

I would love to but way too pricey just to stay there. I could buy a few statues for the price of that trip!

godzillatracker · July 29th, 2012, 08:39:05 PM

Going Sunday with the usual suspects

**HoldyourfireAl** · July 29th, 2012, 08:41:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kalel729

I plan on going Saturday or Sunday haven't decided yet I live in New Rochelle,NY an plan on taking train in and either walk to center or take 10 minute bus ride. There are a couple of hotels here in New Rochelle that are 5-10 minute walks to train station links are here Marriot is first .Residence Inn By Marriott New Rochelle,New Rochelle,NY-Residence Inn By Marriott New Rochelle - 35 Le Count Pl,New Rochelle,NY,10801,US Raddison is next Good luck

How far from Manhattan is New Rochelle?

Anthos · July 29th, 2012, 10:35:41 PM

I'll be there for certain Friday and Saturday, maybe Thursday.

**predator31** · July 30th, 2012, 02:21:00 AM

Can't wait!!!!!!

Rocket · July 30th, 2012, 06:14:28 AM

Have you guys looked into apartment rentals as opposed to hotel stays? I did that back in 2010 and not only was it cheaper than a hotel, it was your own (albeit small) apartment, with all the creature comforts!

kalel729 · July 30th, 2012, 11:53:41 AM

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Originally Posted by HoldyourfireAl

How far from Manhattan is New Rochelle?

20 -25 minute train ride

CapFan101 · July 30th, 2012, 11:54:42 AM

I live in central jersey, so i plan on just taking the train all three days. Plus, if i ever decide to my cousin lives in the city. On a side note, is anybody dressing up for comic con?

**TouchE22** · July 30th, 2012, 12:47:21 PM

I'd like to get there, but it'll be a matter of family health and finances. We'll see.

jabolfan · July 30th, 2012, 12:49:07 PM

All 4 days, VIP pass (Sold out of the cheaper one already), on Long Island so LIRR for this kid
Love the lounge, free coatcheck, package holding, seperate entrance to the floor (so worth it)
Favorate day is Thursday for with a smaller crowd (relative to Fri, Sat and Sun)
But Love Sat as that's when most of the best dressups happen

weapon33 · July 30th, 2012, 08:19:48 PM

going cant wait driving from wisconsin woooo

jlipps · July 30th, 2012, 09:55:51 PM

I plan on going at least one day not sure which, gonna bring the whole family. I live in long island so it's a no brainier. Definitely willing to meet up with anyone to say hi and chat