Montreal chosen as host for 2020 figure skating world championships

[quartz]

I’m in section 122 row M - you can look down on me.

 

[npavel]

I have it in my wallet, a printed copy just in case. Sitting in section 124 row D

 

[SandraMGfan]

I just printed out my all event ticket and ticket holder. My all event ticket is only one page? So you bring the same sheet of paper to every event?

Yeah, I was wondering if I could laminate mine, or else its gonna be a shambles after a few days. Where are you sitting?

My understanding is that the ticket holder voucher is to be exchanged for a real (I assume plastic) holder + lanyard - should protect the ticket!

 

[skipaway]

I have it in my wallet, a printed copy just in case. Sitting in section 124 row D

You’re talking about the wallet on your phone?

 

[npavel]

You’re talking about the wallet on your phone?

Yes

 

[honey]

Has anyone who chose to have physical tickets mailed to them received theirs yet? I still haven’t and starting to get a little worried.

 

[skatingluver]

Has anyone who chose to have physical tickets mailed to them received theirs yet? I still haven’t and starting to get a little worried.

I have not received mine via mail yet either.

 

[kiss-n-cry]

I contacted the Centre Bell and they said (my) tickets were mailed on February 5th. My friend got hers yesterday and we're both in NY State. I hope to find them in my mailbox when I get home tonight!

 

[kiss-n-cry]

The tickets did indeed arrive today!! I'm not far from Canada and it still took six days. I hope everyone gets their tickets soon. Contact [email protected] if you have concerns. I got a very prompt response when I emailed them.

 

[dedee]

I'm in Montreal and I got them yesterday too.

 

[Cayuse]

Is anyone concerned that the coronavirus outbreak may wreck havoc with this event? Or at a mimimum restrict the travel of some athletes and fans?

 

[quartz]

I don't remember seeing an option for receiving actual tickets or for sure I would have chosen that, and so I have electronic tickets, which of course I printed off to become a physical ticket. I like having something that I can hold in my hand and wave about "look! look - I have a ticket!!" Because this is only my second Worlds ever and I saved for 3 years to go to this event.

As well as the corona virus, or COVID-19 as its now been re-named, quite possibly causing problems with travel, there are also protests blocking the train lines between Toronto and Montreal and I'm wondering if I should get myself a backup bus ticket.

 

[livetoskate]

I'm 101 D on Friday and 103 G on Sat. I'm a little concerned about the coronavirus but not sure if there are any masks available in my area. Plus, masks aren't sufficient protection. I'm also thinking of wearing one of those giant American flag jackets so people don't freak out around me (I look Asian though I have never been to China). Is Canada restricting travel from China now?

 

[Aceon6]

Is anyone concerned that the coronavirus outbreak may wreck havoc with this event? Or at a mimimum restrict the travel of some athletes and fans?

I’m the same level of concerned about the flu as COVID-19. Viruses are everywhere. I do plan to be vigilant about hand washing, but that’s about it. Most of the Chinese team is already in Canada or Korea.

 

[skatingguy]

Is Canada restricting travel from China now?

No, Canada won't institute any travel restrictions unless they are recommended by the WHO. The government has advised Canadians in China to, if possible, leave because airlines have been limiting commercial flights, and they've recommended that people delay non-urgent travel to China.

 

[honey]

Tickets arrived today!

 

[skategal]

I’m the same level of concerned about the flu as COVID-19. Viruses are everywhere. I do plan to be vigilant about hand washing, but that’s about it. Most of the Chinese team is already in Canada or Korea.

I promise I won't cough or sneeze on you...….that much.....

 

[shine]

I'm 101 D on Friday and 103 G on Sat. I'm a little concerned about the coronavirus but not sure if there are any masks available in my area. Plus, masks aren't sufficient protection. I'm also thinking of wearing one of those giant American flag jackets so people don't freak out around me (I look Asian though I have never been to China). Is Canada restricting travel from China now?

How does wearing a jacket with an American flag signify you haven’t been to China recently?

 

[pat c]

How does wearing a jacket with an American flag signify you haven’t been to China recently?

It doesn't. But it might signal to others not to automatically assume she is from overseas.

 

[Aceon6]

It doesn't. But it might signal to others not to automatically assume she is from overseas.

Personally, I’d go with a Habs hockey jersey or another North American reference that’s not based on the US flag, but that’s me.

 

[Aerobicidal]

I'm 101 D on Friday and 103 G on Sat. I'm a little concerned about the coronavirus but not sure if there are any masks available in my area. Plus, masks aren't sufficient protection. I'm also thinking of wearing one of those giant American flag jackets so people don't freak out around me (I look Asian though I have never been to China). Is Canada restricting travel from China now?

When I'm at a skating event, my number one priority is to hope people do freak out about me so I can sit where I want and have personal space. I think wearing an American flag jacket in Canada might do that, but I would also consider having a shirt made that says "I have coronavirus" in huge letters. With Winnie the Pooh on it.

To all attending Worlds this year, have a great time and cheer for Loupolover and Galustyan if you want to.

 

[quartz]

If you really want people to avoid you at the Bell Centre in Montreal, you would wear a Toronto Maple Leafs jersey.

 

[kiss-n-cry]

What kind of reaction will I get with a Buffalo Sabres hat? ??

 

[quartz]

What kind of reaction will I get with a Buffalo Sabres hat? ??

Oh. No one will care about that!

 

[kiss-n-cry]

Ha! When your team stinks, no one cares about you.

 

[canadianskater]

If you really want people to avoid you at the Bell Centre in Montreal, you would wear a Toronto Maple Leafs jersey.

Or a Boston Bruins jersey. Habs fans have a hatred for Boston.

 

[Aceon6]

Or a Boston Bruins jersey. Habs fans have a hatred for Boston.

If you want to be left alone, that would be one of the worst choices.

 

[quartz]

I only know I'm steering clear of anyone with Pooh paraphernalia (poohphernalia?)
Which means I will certainly be seated in a sea of them. Send me wine!!

 

[livetoskate]

I only know I'm steering clear of anyone with Pooh paraphernalia (poohphernalia?)
Which means I will certainly be seated in a sea of them. Send me wine!!

What if I showed up wearing a replica of Hanyu's Seimei costume?!

(Just kidding, all my $ is spent on real skating costumes)

 

[gatorinfl]

I’m in Florida and I finally received my ticket today. I’m so relieved!