Since Everett to Seattle is a short trip, I guess you could just buy a ticket at the station. Ticket buying options: https://www.amtrak.com/planning-booking/tickets-reservations/purchase-train-tickets.htmlAmtrak questions:
Do I need a reservation on Amtrak or do I just go to the ticket window, buy a ticket and sit anywhere?
https://www.amtrak.com/onboard/baggage-policy.htmlDo they allow suitcases (bigger than carry on) on board? Or would I need to check mine before boarding and pick it up (i side the station) when I get to my station ? I will be going from Everett to Seattle.
I would ask an arena staff person before you leave the arena the first time. I would think showing your practice pass will be able to get you in and out of the area during the practices.Hi Everyone! I'm new here and super excited to watch my first grand prix event! How does watching practices work if we have an All-Event ticket? I read that there's no re-entry. Can we still go in and out for practices?
Terry Gannon will handle play-by-play responsibilities for the men’s and ladies competition and will be joined by 1998 Olympic gold medalist Tara Lipinski, three-time U.S. champion Johnny Weir and reporter Andrea Joyce. Gannon and 2006 Olympic silver medalist Tanith White will call the action for the pairs free skate and free dance segments, while Joyce and White will commentate on the pairs short program and rhythm dance events.
The Bridgestone Ice Desk will stream live from Everett on U.S. Figure Skating’s Facebook and YouTube. Nick McCarvel will host the coverage with analysts Michael Weiss (three-time U.S. men’s champion), Brooke Castile (2007 U.S. pairs champion) and Sinead Kerr (seven-time British ice dance champion) joining for commentary.
So happy for you to see your first Grand Prix event! Practices are great! You can sit anywhere you want (especially helpful if you like to watch the dance choreography from the judges' side). Some people collect autographs at the conclusion of a practice session. There is usually one coffee/food stall open, but NOT always. The arena is usually colder with so few people in it. Usually, you have to get a stamp when you exit to be able to re-enter (or get your ticket scanned out and then scanned in again). I'll be one of the few attending the dance practices.Hi Everyone! I'm new here and super excited to watch my first grand prix event! How does watching practices work if we have an All-Event ticket? I read that there's no re-entry. Can we still go in and out for practices?
USFS' press release with info about Skate America's TV commentators and the Bridgestone Ice Desk: http://www.usfsa.org/story?id=91872&type=media
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Anyone know the parking rates at the arena?
I may still need my winter jacket. It may be cold
I think there may be many fans walking back that way after the last skate.
How does watching practices work if we have an All-Event ticket? I read that there's no re-entry. Can we still go in and out for practices?
I got an email about encouraging attendees to use social media, and to listen to Skate Radio on the Ice Network app (can non-Americans get this app?). So, can I assume WiFi is available in the arena?
The e-mails that I've received mentioned thousands of parking spots onsite and around the area of the arena. I think the world "complimentary" was used before parking, which I'm taking as free. Would be nice, but I've been saving up American coins, so I will be able to afford five dollar a day parking which I will pay with pennies and nickles and dimes.
The e-mails that I've received mentioned thousands of parking spots onsite and around the area of the arena. I think the world "complimentary" was used before parking, which I'm taking as free. Would be nice, but I've been saving up American coins, so I will be able to afford five dollar a day parking which I will pay with pennies and nickles and dimes.
Yes, it will probably be cold in the arena. But then you will have to lug your winter jacket around for wherever you walk in the area.
There might be a SWARM of people walking that way!
The wording in the e-mail sounded rather strict. NO RE-ENTRY once you leave the building. I've never been to an event that did not allow re-entry, either with your ticket or a hand stamp. Maybe they will be more lenient at the arena than the e-mail states. Something to ask about when entering the arena, for sure.
I sure hope so. I found the wifi at last year's Canadian Nationals to be really good!
YAY for Tanith on pairs AND dance! Wish Charlie and John C were back on the IceDesk (and Tanith, but I know she can only do so much lol). It's too bad they couldn't get Charlie and Ben on there because they worked so well with each other during the Olympics late night show.
I would assume that yes, there is WiFi in the arena. Yay for the return of Skate Radio, but did they actually say "Ice Network app", b/c I thought IN was gone in all forms. Or do they mean the channel that was normally the IN channel on the current radios? (I think it was C?)I got an email about encouraging attendees to use social media, and to listen to Skate Radio on the Ice Network app (can non-Americans get this app?). So, can I assume WiFi is available in the arena?
I wonder who is covering the Olympic Channel commentary.YAY for Tanith on pairs AND dance! Wish Charlie and John C were back on the IceDesk (and Tanith, but I know she can only do so much lol). It's too bad they couldn't get Charlie and Ben on there because they worked so well with each other during the Olympics late night show.
OMG, Starr and Derrick are sitting next to me in a sushi bar. Just so happened to look up and over!
I'll be there Friday. What policies are enforced? Such as external food & water. Camera/Camcorder? Any restrictions on backpacks/camera bags? How about re-admission?
I'll be there Friday. What policies are enforced? Such as external food & water. Camera/Camcorder? Any restrictions on backpacks/camera bags? How about re-admission?
Is there a limit on bags? I hope to carry my purse, a tote and a camera. I hope they don't limit us to just one bag (it will be searched of course).
Is there a limit on bags? I hope to carry my purse, a tote and a camera. I hope they don't limit us to just one bag (it will be searched of course).
Parking. I parked right next to the arena, paying 9$ for six hours. Had to use a restroom!! That lot is tiny though and will fill up QUICK on other days. Didnt see a parkade as I drove down Hewett after leaving the arena. Will hunt more tomorrow. Had a vague memory of free street parking about five to six blocks south of the arena if you are a cheapskate like me and don't mind walking.
Have no idea. I wouldn't push your luck though. I'm guessing leaving all three at your hotel and instead taking just one jacket (with deep pockets) is out of the question?
Since Everett to Seattle is a short trip, I guess you could just buy a ticket at the station. Ticket buying options: https://www.amtrak.com/planning-booking/tickets-reservations/purchase-train-tickets.html
Everett, WA station info: https://www.amtrak.com/stations/evr
https://www.amtrak.com/onboard/baggage-policy.html