The Deets

Are you still in?

We are FINALLY ready to launch this baby!

Although BFF isn't a "formal" conferencey gathering, we'll need an idea of firm attendee numbers for all the groovy planning and plotting. Soooooooo, if you are definitely, positively, absolutely coming then please email blogfriendsfest@gmail.com to let us know.

And (in the interest of safety, privacy and thwarting those unitard-wearing stalkers), as BFF approaches we will be communicating the "specifics" of the event itinerary by email. Only confirmed participants (who email us at blogfriendsfest@gmail.com) will have access to our final detailed schedule. General info will still be posted here - just nothing that will tip off the paparazzi.

And what about that elusive hotel announcement we keep promising?

We've hunted far and wide for the perfect Niagara spot to host our inaugural BFF. It had to be central, offer Wi-Fi, have bookings available, be family friendly for those traveling with kiddies, have meeting space and food onsite, and be willing to work with us on a group rate. Oh, and no roaches or vibrating beds or by-the-hour-kinda-motels.

So, (drum roll please) we'll be spending July 18th -20th at the Hilton Niagara Falls Fallsview!

The Hilton is a gorg-e-ous 4-star resort with all the fixins. Just look for yourself.

Best of all, we get those snazzy fixins with an extra-special Blog Friends Fest rate! Based on double occupancy (for a room with 2 Queen beds) our pricing is as follows:
Friday, Jul 18th = $199
Saturday, July 19th = $249
* $25 surcharge per person/day for triple or quad accommodation.

We did a quick calculation (before taxes and any mini bar or naughty movies you rent) and the costs could look like this:
- with one roomie = avg. cost of $112 per night
- with two roomies = avg. cost of $83 per night
- with three roomies = avg. cost of $68.50 per night

(So, with 11 weeks to the event, if you sock away just $12 a week and talk 3 bloggers to shack up with you, then you've got your room covered for both nights. Oh baby).

PLUS there are no conference fees! Hooray!

To book, you can go to this fancy dancy, customized, online system that the Hilton set up just for us. Please book your room before June 18th to get the Blog Friends Fest special rate. Or you can call their Group Reservations line (1-866-873-9829) to book.

If you wanna take the kiddies to Great Wolf Lodge instead or stay somewhere entirely different, there is no rule that says you must to stay with all the other bloggers at the Hilton. It's entirely up to you where you sleep. We're easy. Heh.

Looking for a roomie? You can leave a comment here today and hopefully make a roomie-connection or email us and we'll make suggestions of others we hear from who are in the same boat. A quick gander at the sidebar will tell ya there's a whole bunch of lovely bloggers to pick from.

And last but not least, we need your opinions ...

We'd really, really, really love your input to make this the best weekend possible. Please take a moment to complete our brief survey so we can gather your ideas on what activities you'd like to do while in Niagara and what topics you wanna chat about at our round table. Also, we are crossing our fingers and toes that we'll be able to attract sponsors to help underwrite some of the costs of our fun activities. To do that, we need a bit of info about your blog(s). Note that this survey is totally anonymous and confidential and only takes a minute. We'll be your BFF if you'll complete it. Puuullllleeeeeease.

To recap:
1. Email us at blogfriendsfest@gmail.com today to let us know if you are really, really coming.
2. Book at the Niagara Hilton before June 18th to get the special room rate.
3. Complete our super-important BFF survey to give us your input.
4. Start packing for a mind-blowing weekend of blog bonding fun July 18th - 20th!!!!

Can. Not. Wait.

Comments

[crazymumma]

okay. coming back later cause in a rush. but thanks sooooo much to all you organizers! I owe you a beer!

[crazymumma]

I came back, did the survey and am tracking down willing participants to be my roomie....Already have Blithe Babbler in my clutches.

[lisa b]

No CONFERENCE FEES!!!
lets get manis

[Josie]

Can you just come for the Saturday / Sat night but not stay over?

I want to come and haven't asked prior as I have to leave Sunday for a week long trip for work.

Can I pop in for stuff? Sorry for being such a geek about all this.

[Sandra]

HI Josie

Sure you can! When you send your email to the BlogFriendsFest@gmal.com, just indicate that. We look forward to seeing you for as long as you can join us!

S :)

[Mouse]

I'll be there (have emailed already, will take survey next) and would like to find a roommate or roommates.

[krista]

Agh!!! I want to come!! Damn it is happening the same week I am planning a trip to Oregon. I would love to be there with all of you!

[Lala]

I've decided to hop on board. My blog is hiding behind a password(mostly) right now but drop me an email if your interested in the nitty gritty. Also will be looking for a roomie!