Winter Olympics 2002
Oct 19th, 2000, 09:49 PM
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Sandi, I'm glad to see someone asking about the Olympics! We are getting SO excited. I live in Park City and can see the Nordic Ski jumps from my deck. Yes, get tickets, then get your lodging. Many events will be held in PC: ski jumping, freestyle, alpine racing, snowboarding, luge, skeleton & bobsleds. Many other events will be held in Salt Lake, Ogden, & Provo, so staying in one SLC would be a great option. Some hotels in PC still have rooms available & there are lots of condos. More hotel rooms will probably become available as we get closer. The organizing committee will release unneeded rooms as we go along. The web site is: saltlake2002. If any one has questions, I'll be glad to answer to the best of my knowledge. Let it snow!
Oct 20th, 2000, 12:05 PM
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We are strongly thinking about going. We think that if we go, we better pick the right event(s) because we will miss most others (can't even watch on TV since we will be there) - so what do we want to see most? I really don't know what events are good to watch in person. I like luge, but don't think I'd like it if I only got to watch 3 seconds worth as they whizz on by. Had questions that I think will be answered in the planning guide or on line, like if you have tickets to an event in a building, can you stay all day (example, the ice rink may have several events [mens, womens, etc..], once you are in the building, do you stay for the day? Do they actually clear out the arena inbetween events? Are seats reserved? Where are the opening/closing events held?)
I think SLC will be changed forever, if it hasn't already. From '95-'99 I spent a lot of time in SLC; It is unique. I am thinking about going again before the Olympics start just for old times sake.
I tried to order the hard copy of the Ticket Request Planning Guide via 800-tickets (the web site is good, by the way), after waiting "forever" through endless talk, I found to my dismay the guide costs $5 and they don't take anything but Visa (check or money order, but I'd have to send it in). [I know the guide is available via PDF, but you can't sit down in your library/den with your computer screen and flip thru pages to plan]
I think SLC will be changed forever, if it hasn't already. From '95-'99 I spent a lot of time in SLC; It is unique. I am thinking about going again before the Olympics start just for old times sake.
I tried to order the hard copy of the Ticket Request Planning Guide via 800-tickets (the web site is good, by the way), after waiting "forever" through endless talk, I found to my dismay the guide costs $5 and they don't take anything but Visa (check or money order, but I'd have to send it in). [I know the guide is available via PDF, but you can't sit down in your library/den with your computer screen and flip thru pages to plan]
Oct 20th, 2000, 05:07 PM
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Question for Dayle: Just got a note from a friend who wants us to come to stay with them in PC and go to the Olympics. My question is what is the altitude of PC (I have a problem with this) and will the weather be terribly cold for a Californian with very few suitable winter clothes? I'd love to go but don't want to be miserable guest because of either of those two factors.
According to friend, tickets are now on sale. Thanks.
According to friend, tickets are now on sale. Thanks.
Oct 21st, 2000, 07:47 PM
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I don't know for sure, but I highly doubt that you would be able to stay in an event building the whole day. Security reasons for one. Also, separate tickets are sold for each event, so if you have a ticket for a hockey game, I would assume it would be just one game, not several throughout the day. If you have access to a TV, of course you will be able to see coverage on NBC (unfortunately). Park City is considering having jumbotons at different public locations for viewing events & to promote gathering. Our people to who went to Sydney found their jumbotons very popular and thought they were an excellent idea.
I would choose events that interest you plus some you are not familiar with. It's always fun to experience something new & different. New events in 2002 are women's bobsled & skeleton - luge head first! You should see the helmets! Snowboard half-pipe competition & freestyle aerials would probably be interesting to all, even those who don't ski. They're great spectator sports, you get to see the whole thing.
Liquor laws were loosened several years ago & they are talking about further changes. SLC mayor went to Sydney & came back saying that SLC needs to change laws to be more hospitable. You can get all you want to drink in UT, they just make you jump through some hoops. So why make people jump? Laws: you can buy light beer in grocery stores, but not on Sundays. You can buy liquor by the drink in any "private club". You can buy a private club membership for say $5 & you have to be "sponsored" by a current member. Normally anyone already inside who agrees to sponsor you at the bartender/doorman's request. Not terribly formal. You can buy wine & set ups + minis at restaurants. Or you can bring in your own bottle & pay just a corkage fee. Bottle must have UT tax seal on it. You can go to any state liqour store & buy whatever. They are listed in the phone book & aren't hard to find. Just remember they have certain hours & are closed on holidays & Sundays. This might be your only roadblock to remember.
Winter clothing - borrow some stuff from a skier. If you are going to outdoor events you will want layers of warmth. Utah has a very dry climate, so even when it's cold, it doesn't feel that cold like in the eastern US. SLC is about 4,500 elevation. Park City is 6,500 in town. If you give yourself a couple of days to acclimate, you'll be fine. Remember to drink LOTS of water, that makes all the difference. For outdoor events I would recommend: very warm socks & snowboots such as Sorrels, thermal underwear, warm wool or polar fleece layer, Gortex or other parka type coat with a waterproof hood or hat. Plus, high quality sunglasses, goggles, neck scarf or skier's neck gator, lip balm & lots of skin lotion, waterproof gloves or mittens. Mittens are nice because you can buy those little heat packs to go inside!
Yada, yada, yada....
I would choose events that interest you plus some you are not familiar with. It's always fun to experience something new & different. New events in 2002 are women's bobsled & skeleton - luge head first! You should see the helmets! Snowboard half-pipe competition & freestyle aerials would probably be interesting to all, even those who don't ski. They're great spectator sports, you get to see the whole thing.
Liquor laws were loosened several years ago & they are talking about further changes. SLC mayor went to Sydney & came back saying that SLC needs to change laws to be more hospitable. You can get all you want to drink in UT, they just make you jump through some hoops. So why make people jump? Laws: you can buy light beer in grocery stores, but not on Sundays. You can buy liquor by the drink in any "private club". You can buy a private club membership for say $5 & you have to be "sponsored" by a current member. Normally anyone already inside who agrees to sponsor you at the bartender/doorman's request. Not terribly formal. You can buy wine & set ups + minis at restaurants. Or you can bring in your own bottle & pay just a corkage fee. Bottle must have UT tax seal on it. You can go to any state liqour store & buy whatever. They are listed in the phone book & aren't hard to find. Just remember they have certain hours & are closed on holidays & Sundays. This might be your only roadblock to remember.
Winter clothing - borrow some stuff from a skier. If you are going to outdoor events you will want layers of warmth. Utah has a very dry climate, so even when it's cold, it doesn't feel that cold like in the eastern US. SLC is about 4,500 elevation. Park City is 6,500 in town. If you give yourself a couple of days to acclimate, you'll be fine. Remember to drink LOTS of water, that makes all the difference. For outdoor events I would recommend: very warm socks & snowboots such as Sorrels, thermal underwear, warm wool or polar fleece layer, Gortex or other parka type coat with a waterproof hood or hat. Plus, high quality sunglasses, goggles, neck scarf or skier's neck gator, lip balm & lots of skin lotion, waterproof gloves or mittens. Mittens are nice because you can buy those little heat packs to go inside!
Yada, yada, yada....
Nov 27th, 2000, 01:36 PM
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We are making plans! We have ordered our tickets on line and await the decision as to what venues we have. We will probably rent our Deer Valley condo for part of the festivities, and felt having tickets would make it more attractive. however, we consider it a once in a lifetime experience and do plan toexperience part of the Olympics. I understand that there is a lot of interest in the tickets. Parkc tity is a beautiful, fun and friendly place to vacation both summer and winter, and the altitude ia a lot lower than Breckenridge or Teluride co. I think this area will be "discovered" after the Olympics.
Nov 28th, 2000, 11:37 AM
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We have also put in for our tickets-requested a down-hill skiing event, medals ceremony, ice skating AND the closing ceremonies! What a splurge-but this is something I've wanted to do for years! We have to wait until Feb. to know what we were given (however CC was charged already!) They will issue a refund for what we did not get.
My question is: does anyone know of an RV Park near/at SLC or Park City? We may be going in our Motorhome.
Thanks for any infor.
Patti
My question is: does anyone know of an RV Park near/at SLC or Park City? We may be going in our Motorhome.
Thanks for any infor.
Patti
Nov 30th, 2000, 12:50 PM
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I went to the Winter Olympics in Calgary Alberta, and just got back from Sydney, Australia where I attended the Summer Olympics. Here are my suggestions.
The luge and bobsled teams are best seen on TV. I say this because all you see is a flash of color as they zoom past you. The ski jump on the other hand was great. There was more antisipation in the croud, your cheers are welcome and are contagious. The figure skating is the most sought after event, no doubt the tickets will be more expensive. Speed skating, and any freestyle skiing/ snowboarding event would be highly reccomended.
What was amazing about my Sydney Summer Olympics adventure was the being there for the second week- lots of medal cerimonies and of course, the closing cerimonies.
My advise is to splurge, go for the more expensive tickets- you'll get more out of it in the end.
The luge and bobsled teams are best seen on TV. I say this because all you see is a flash of color as they zoom past you. The ski jump on the other hand was great. There was more antisipation in the croud, your cheers are welcome and are contagious. The figure skating is the most sought after event, no doubt the tickets will be more expensive. Speed skating, and any freestyle skiing/ snowboarding event would be highly reccomended.
What was amazing about my Sydney Summer Olympics adventure was the being there for the second week- lots of medal cerimonies and of course, the closing cerimonies.
My advise is to splurge, go for the more expensive tickets- you'll get more out of it in the end.
Feb 9th, 2001, 10:47 AM
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I've never been to the Olympics, but I'm wondering, is it worth it? When the World Cup was in D.C., I went to five matches, and it was definitely worth it, but I live in D.C., so I didn't have to pay to travel and stay, and since the dopes here had no idea how to price tickets, we got incredible seats to 5 matches for $125--TOTAL! So, I'm wondering if it's worth several thousand dollars to witness a few events?
Feb 9th, 2001, 12:30 PM
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I live in the Southeast. We definitely went to the Summer Olympics when they came to Atlanta! Even took my VERY active 2 year old - I decided that I couldn't look her in the face and tell her I left her at home when she became old enough to care.
Have to give Atlanta credit. My 6 yo daughter was swinging her bare feet in one of the fountains at Centenial Park. Suddenly she sliced her toe wide open on something in the water. Finding a worker who knew exactly where the 1st aide building was took a little time. In the meantime, we had tons of people offering us bandaids! Got her to the Dr - they took care of us like we were royalty! Didn't cost us a dime! Thank goodness we had taken 2 strollers because I felt both girls would be exhausted before the end of the day. Otherwise I would have been carrying one of them. She was off her feet officially for the next 48 hours.
Since you don't know when this spectacular event will come back near you again, go!! Have fun! Remember!
Have to give Atlanta credit. My 6 yo daughter was swinging her bare feet in one of the fountains at Centenial Park. Suddenly she sliced her toe wide open on something in the water. Finding a worker who knew exactly where the 1st aide building was took a little time. In the meantime, we had tons of people offering us bandaids! Got her to the Dr - they took care of us like we were royalty! Didn't cost us a dime! Thank goodness we had taken 2 strollers because I felt both girls would be exhausted before the end of the day. Otherwise I would have been carrying one of them. She was off her feet officially for the next 48 hours.
Since you don't know when this spectacular event will come back near you again, go!! Have fun! Remember!
Feb 19th, 2001, 08:57 PM
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I got my tickets! 2 out of 4 events - not too bad! I get to go to the women's downhill & the men's slalom. The coolest thing of all is that this year all the World Cup events are being held in Park City. So we get to see all the same competitors in all the events that will be in the Olympics - for only $5 - 7.00 a ticket. Nice pre-view huh? These are test events so the competitors can check out the courses before the Olympics next year. Watch out for the US teams - the skeleton, luge and bobsleders are top contenters!!
Feb 19th, 2001, 10:29 PM
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I got my ticket confirmation, too. I got 1 out of 2 packages I requested. The package I got includes:
Women's Figure Skating Final
Bobsleigh
Slalom
Closing Ceremony
I'm a bit concerned about the accommodations and transportation situation. I live in California, so I'm not used to driving in snowy weather. In fact, I've never even SEEN snow. I hope they have some sort of shuttle system. Also, the accommodations at this point are pretty pricy.
I only bought single tickets because I usually travel solo, and because I don't know any other Olympic fans.
If I decide not to go, will I have trouble trying to sell my tickets since they're singles?
Women's Figure Skating Final
Bobsleigh
Slalom
Closing Ceremony
I'm a bit concerned about the accommodations and transportation situation. I live in California, so I'm not used to driving in snowy weather. In fact, I've never even SEEN snow. I hope they have some sort of shuttle system. Also, the accommodations at this point are pretty pricy.
I only bought single tickets because I usually travel solo, and because I don't know any other Olympic fans.
If I decide not to go, will I have trouble trying to sell my tickets since they're singles?
Feb 26th, 2001, 05:53 PM
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Sarah, don't you dare sell your tickets. It's going to be a wonderful experience. Two of the events, ice skating & closing ceremonies are in downtown SLC. You won't need a car, probably better not to get one. The bobsled venue is at Utah Olympic Park, approx. 20 minute ride up to the Park City area. Parking is mandatory at the Olympic Park. Meaning private vehicles will need to have a permit to go into Park City & Deer Valley where the slalom, aerials, bumps, giant slalom & snowboarding will be held. Only people who are residents, employees, or have local lodging will get permits. Plently of shuttles will be running - no worries! Come & you'll have a great time - guaranteed!
Feb 27th, 2001, 01:41 PM
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Sarah, I agree with Dayle..I have lived in Park City for 20 years..and drive to SLC each day..You will not have any problems..and there are people who would do anything to have tickets that you say you have...The light rail system will be up and running from downtown to the 'opening event'...and all of the venues are easily attainable meaning that they are all within a maximum 45 minute drive..the slalom in PC is only 30 minutes from downtown SLC east bound on I-80..This interstate is alway cleared of snow ..and trust me..during the Olympics it will be the cleanest and driest street in the land..You will not have any trouble. At this moment..I know there are still a several accomdations left in SLC, and a few in PC...by the way...if you decide you do not want your tickets ..let me know..I will be glad to buy them...and by the way..ticket scalping in Utah is legal..
Feb 27th, 2001, 07:07 PM
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Guy,
I was encouraged by your post.
You said that "there are still several accommodations left in SLC." Well, I have so far had no luck finding a hotel room. In the past few days I've called probably 40 hotels in downtown Salt Lake City and the Valley, but no one has a single room available. Do you know of the places with rooms left?
I'd prefer to stay in downtown.
Any help would be deeply appreciated!
Louise
I was encouraged by your post.
You said that "there are still several accommodations left in SLC." Well, I have so far had no luck finding a hotel room. In the past few days I've called probably 40 hotels in downtown Salt Lake City and the Valley, but no one has a single room available. Do you know of the places with rooms left?
I'd prefer to stay in downtown.
Any help would be deeply appreciated!
Louise
