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beaubo
Nov 7, 10, 1:11 pm
I would like to volunteer to host a DO in honor of Randy's just announced departure.

Hopefully, Randy will weigh in about his avails starting in 2011. I am offering Cleveland as the host location, but am willing to surrender to another location if Randy and popular opinion so dictate.

Here's hoping that the RANDY-DO coms to fruition, and that Randy will post at some point about his willingness and ability to participate. He has acknowledged to me via email that he is aware of this Randy-Do offer.


tcook052
Nov 7, 10, 2:09 pm
A capital idea, beaubo! ^

Count me as keenly interested and hope the dates will allow me to escape. Meeting more FTers including Randy would be a Do well worth attending. :)

FriendlySkies
Nov 7, 10, 2:56 pm
Excellent idea! I'd love to attend this, as it would be my first Do, and it would be a very special event! Perhaps DEN would be a good place to have an event? Or, maybe we need to do a flight such as FlyerTalk 1, along with Captain Denny Flanagan..


uva185
Nov 7, 10, 3:06 pm
What a great idea. I am certainly interested!

mhnadel
Nov 7, 10, 3:35 pm
I'm interested if it happens at a time and place I can make it to.

TrojanHorse
Nov 7, 10, 4:14 pm
I'm interested but what departure are you referring too?:confused:

FriendlySkies
Nov 7, 10, 4:15 pm
I'm interested but what departure are you referring too?:confused:

http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/only-randy-petersen/1145131-open-letter-members-flyertalk.html

TrojanHorse
Nov 7, 10, 4:24 pm
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/only-randy-petersen/1145131-open-letter-members-flyertalk.html

thanks, just found it after I posted in this thread.. I'm definitely in on this one

Shareholder
Nov 7, 10, 4:27 pm
Most certainly will puddle jump Lake Erie to attend if I'm not on another continent.

coachrowsey
Nov 7, 10, 5:38 pm
Also put me down as interested if it's at a time & place that I could make it.

lisamcgu
Nov 7, 10, 5:42 pm
Good idea for both a DO and a city. Very tempting ...

El_Chiflero
Nov 7, 10, 5:43 pm
I need the miles and Anything having to do with Randy is a good enough reason for me. Count me in...

Markie
Nov 7, 10, 6:35 pm
Please let me know, if I can escape from the UK, I'll be there^^

Bonnerbl
Nov 7, 10, 7:24 pm
Pick a major hub to maximize participation.

FriendlySkies
Nov 7, 10, 7:30 pm
Pick a major hub to maximize participation.

Seems DEN might be appropriate, or maybe ORD..

Jailer
Nov 7, 10, 8:33 pm
A classy idea and I’d love to see where Randy wants to hang…and hang it up.

Hawaii??? From PIP to HIP: From Party in Paradise to Hang (it up) in Paradise. I initially riffed with Retire in Paradise, but “RIP” didn’t really hit the tone that I thought that we would want to aim for.

Of course…Cleveland is nice too, and anywhere that this party was would be a paradise of, and for, FT-ers.

doc
Nov 7, 10, 8:43 pm
Great idea.. Barring any really difficult conflict, I'll be there. So please "DO" count me in .. LOL :)

Cholula
Nov 7, 10, 8:55 pm
Great idea.. Barring any really difficult conflict, I'll be there. So please "DO" count me in .. LOL :)

doc, great to hear from you!! Welcome back!

RCyyz
Nov 7, 10, 8:56 pm
Good idea. Randy is a gentleman and his role in FlyerTalk is certainly deserving of what could turn into the biggest Do in the history of Dos!

dhammer53
Nov 7, 10, 9:17 pm
beaubo, Good idea. I'm coming into my off-season, so I have the time. And who wouldn't want to go the CLE in the winter? :D

Very tempting ...


Hawaii??? From PIP to HIP: From Party in Paradise to Hang (it up) in Paradise.

karung99
Nov 7, 10, 9:45 pm
Seems DEN might be appropriate, or maybe ORD..

Let do it in West Coast, good weather and fun places.

bhatnasx
Nov 7, 10, 9:49 pm
Will try my damndest to be there...

Pat89339
Nov 8, 10, 12:14 am
I hope to be able to fit it in my schedule!

stimpy
Nov 8, 10, 3:29 am
I think it would be appropriate to hold in Rome. The Eternal City. What do you think Randy?

TrojanHorse
Nov 8, 10, 3:55 am
I was thinking along Jailers lines and a PIP type event. the only drawback is it would probably limit the numbers but a PIP brought this site in (before my time) and a PIP would be neat to send him off

may I ask, why CLE? is he from there or something? isn't he in COS?

If a PIP is out of the question and I understand why; I would think a major hub like ORD might allow for the most flights out of the most cities but I'm just thinking out loud here

Another "thought" is a city like MSY where well.. lets just say its a fun city lol

3LeftTurns
Nov 8, 10, 6:15 am
Great! Cleveland or Parma in the winter - should be interesting for all. I'm in -

We don't know what we'll do without him but we're about to find out.

Easy Victor
Nov 8, 10, 8:03 am
Here's a thought for content at the DO:

How about an FT Roast? With the right participants and control, it could be amazing.

karung99
Nov 8, 10, 8:31 am
I like the idea of doing it in Hawaii, what a great DO, very proper for Randy to have it in warm place during Winter.

l'etoile
Nov 8, 10, 8:48 am
A classy idea and I’d love to see where Randy wants to hang…and hang it up.

Hawaii??? From PIP to HIP: From Party in Paradise to Hang (it up) in Paradise.

I like this one since it seems so fitting.

Art234
Nov 8, 10, 9:22 am
Schedule permitting I'm in!! Maybe we should let Randy choose the venue!

bk3day
Nov 8, 10, 10:35 am
Brilliant idea & hoping Randy can find the time.

Looking forward to joining in wherever & whenever it may be ^

ozstamps
Nov 8, 10, 10:39 am
Margo and I are flying SYD-USA-Brazil on Dec 16, and had planned to make it one long 30 hour, 15,000 mile day.

If perchance December 16 works for Randy and/or those organising count us in - we'll detour via any city in the lower 48 to be there for dinner, and re-ticket the Brazil leg. :cool:

Randy's announcment said - "I announce that I will be leaving FlyerTalk at the end of the year" so mid December seems pretty good timing before the Xmas 'silly season' sets right in!

Glen
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harpodamann
Nov 8, 10, 10:53 am
@:-) +1 ^ :)

jmd001
Nov 8, 10, 10:55 am
Definitely interested in attending, depending on date/location.

SFOTerry
Nov 8, 10, 12:03 pm
Sounds great, but I'd vote for Jan 2011.

BondAir007
Nov 8, 10, 12:20 pm
Great idea! ^

I am interested depending on the date and time. At least somewhere warm! ;)

UAL4life
Nov 8, 10, 12:32 pm
Seems DEN might be appropriate, or maybe ORD..

+1 to DEN!

tcook052
Nov 8, 10, 3:36 pm
+1 to DEN!

+2 for DEN

jmd001
Nov 8, 10, 3:42 pm
How about LAX area? Get Internet Brands to subsidize it!!! :D :D :D

El_Chiflero
Nov 9, 10, 7:11 am
How about LAX area? Get Internet Brands to subsidize it!!! :D :D :D

I concur!

TrojanHorse
Nov 9, 10, 10:16 am
How about LAX area? Get Internet Brands to subsidize it!!! :D :D :D

thats it, we or the OP offers to throw a party then ask someone else to pay for it

i guess thats par for the course on here

QuietLion
Nov 9, 10, 12:11 pm
I'll come if the dates work. It's the end of an era.

QL

SkiAdcock
Nov 9, 10, 12:13 pm
I'm in depending on dates & where.

Cheers.

iluv2fly
Nov 9, 10, 12:47 pm
thats it, we or the OP offers to throw a party then ask someone else to pay for it

i guess thats par for the course on here

Your point?

Efrem
Nov 9, 10, 1:11 pm
I'll come if the dates work. It's the end of an era.

I'm in depending on dates & where.

Cheers.What they said. This will only happen once.

miffSC
Nov 9, 10, 9:21 pm
I am interested depending on the date and time. At least somewhere warm!

I'd love to attend this as well...... maybe even not so warm.

Minnesota Bruin
Nov 9, 10, 11:26 pm
Great idea! I hope I can attend.

MSPeconomist
Nov 10, 10, 6:22 am
If the logistics work, it might be interesting to have the Randy-DO in Colorado Springs so that we can visit the House of Miles.

El_Chiflero
Nov 10, 10, 6:27 am
Clearly there's interest from all of us. Now, it's up to the Boss to see if he's interested as well. Anyone want to pass the word along to him?

Jenbel
Nov 10, 10, 6:32 am
You mean a thread's been started about his leaving party and no-one thought to check that he was ok with that before it went public? :eek:

dhammer53
Nov 10, 10, 6:50 am
You mean a thread's been started about his leaving party and no-one thought to check that he was ok with that before it went public? :eek:

I'm sure the OP has this under control. ;)

travelsavant
Nov 10, 10, 6:51 am
^ I'm in!

karung99
Nov 10, 10, 6:56 am
Clearly there's interest from all of us. Now, it's up to the Boss to see if he's interested as well. Anyone want to pass the word along to him?

I PMed the boss asking to have SFO Do ^

Sweet Willie
Nov 10, 10, 7:05 am
Sounds great, but I'd vote for Jan 2011.
agreed, I would think most folks have a packed December between vaca plans already booked and holiday parties (both biz & personal).
may I ask, why CLE?perhaps a zealous nature of the OP for his home city@:-)
Let do it in West Coast, good weather and fun places.weather perhaps depending upon time of year, but if you are suggesting more fun is a WC exclusive, you are sadly mistaken.

Edited to add: good idea beaubo^

beaubo
Nov 10, 10, 9:04 am
You mean a thread's been started about his leaving party and no-one thought to check that he was ok with that before it went public? :eek:

Sometimes the best way to get RP motivated, is to already set things in motion!! ;)

Anyhow, RP has indicated that 2011 would be far better timing, but beyond that, he did not provide and specifics, preferences or commitments about his willingness to attend.

At this point, I will wait for him to choose to weigh in on this thread with any guidance.

Richard Chen
Nov 10, 10, 9:27 am
I'm in depending on dates & where....Schedule permitting I'm in!! Maybe we should let Randy choose the venue!... I am interested depending on the date and time. ...If the logistics work, it might be interesting to have the Randy-DO in Colorado Springs so that we can visit the House of Miles.I'm sure the OP has this under control. ;)Definitely interested in attending, depending on date/location.Ditto all of these: it depends a lot on timing and place. Realities apply! Do let us know.

Sounds great, but I'd vote for Jan 2011.That could be too little advance notice for many of us.

+2 for DEN+1 to DEN!DEN is easy on CO/UA :).

SS255
Nov 10, 10, 9:49 am
I think we should plan it for a time and place when all of us are available. :D (Kidding.)

RCyyz
Nov 10, 10, 10:51 am
Has Randy indicated at all if:

a) He wants to do this Do
b) When he might be available

tcook052
Nov 10, 10, 11:13 am
Has Randy indicated at all if:

a) He wants to do this Do
b) When he might be available

Doesn't seem so based on the update:

Anyhow, RP has indicated that 2011 would be far better timing, but beyond that, he did not provide and specifics, preferences or commitments about his willingness to attend.

I'll check back as hope the dates & locations can work for me to attend this do. :)

TrojanHorse
Nov 10, 10, 11:17 am
Your point?

my point is that after all Randy has done (for free) for each and every one of us and how the members of this board are bringing up the idea; I don't think its right that we now ask someone else to subsidize the event; I think its something that we all chip in for and pay for ourselves.

also in its simplest form, I wouldn't think of having a party for you then ask you or your place of employment pay for it.

that in a nutshell is my point

violist
Nov 10, 10, 11:29 am
my point is that after all Randy has done (for free) for each and every one of us and how the members of this board are bringing up the idea; I don't think its right that we now ask someone else to subsidize the event; I think its something that we all chip in for and pay for ourselves.

also in its simplest form, I wouldn't think of having a party for you then ask you or your place of employment pay for it.

that in a nutshell is my point

I think you missed the point sooooo severely.

RichardInSF
Nov 10, 10, 11:51 am
I PMed the boss asking to have SFO Do ^

Works for me. I wonder if we could get the dirigible hangar at Moffett Field?

cjares
Nov 10, 10, 12:11 pm
I'm interested as well.. keep me posted on the details!

TrojanHorse
Nov 10, 10, 12:28 pm
I think you missed the point sooooo severely.

what point are you referring too?

peteropny
Nov 10, 10, 1:30 pm
I will make every effort to attend this.

jbcarioca
Nov 10, 10, 2:17 pm
A vote for ATL where DL did such a good job helping the recent DL DO. Any chance it could be in early December? Long range planning is hard for many of us.

dhammer53
Nov 10, 10, 8:38 pm
Sometimes the best way to get RP motivated, is to already set things in motion!! ;)

Anyhow, RP has indicated that 2011 would be far better timing, but beyond that, he did not provide and specifics, preferences or commitments about his willingness to attend.

At this point, I will wait for him to choose to weigh in on this thread with any guidance.

beaubo,

Randy has been threatening to come on the BRT (see sig below) for years. Maybe we can kill 2 birds with one stone if we do it the same weekend (see sig below).
Wait, 3 birds... since the Travel awards have already been announced for that weekend (see sig below for date). ;) We'll have lots of members in town that weekend. Randy. What do you say?

I can even do the tour on Friday instead of Saturday. ;)

dh

Thor3
Nov 10, 10, 9:08 pm
beaubo, Good idea. I'm coming into my off-season, so I have the time. And who wouldn't want to go the CLE in the winter? :D

I grew up in CLE and got my multi-engine and instrument rating at Hopkins Airport. Even with relatives in CLE, I would suggest a warmer climate for the DO.

Either way, I will be there!

Jailer
Nov 10, 10, 10:29 pm
It's looking like a single Do may not do and this is gearing up to a full-fledged farewell tour: poor Randy probably wants to ride quietly into the sunset.

obscure2k
Nov 11, 10, 5:03 pm
It's looking like a single Do may not do and this is gearing up to a full-fledged farewell tour: poor Randy probably wants to ride quietly into the sunset.

@:-)

jmd001
Nov 11, 10, 6:05 pm
... I wonder if we could get the dirigible hangar at Moffett Field?
Regrettably, no. Hangar One is too contaminated with PCBs, bird guano, etc.

Plus the Navy is getting ready to "de-skin" it (to remove contamination). Not sure when that will be ... and when/if the structure will be re-skinned.

SanDiego1K
Nov 11, 10, 7:49 pm
..this is gearing up to a full-fledged farewell tour: poor Randy probably wants to ride quietly into the sunset.

I dunno, Jailer, I'll bet if you get in your tux again he'll happily come to Long Beach.

fti
Nov 11, 10, 8:54 pm
Any chance it could be in early December? Long range planning is hard for many of us.

lol. I am much more able to attend something whose date is announced further in advance than last-minute. Already have trips booked through next September :)

scubaflyer
Nov 12, 10, 8:02 am
For an event so dramatic as Randy's farewell, I'm sure that FTers would be willing to rally together, go just about anywhere, and make it the largest DO/tribute ever :D. I have to imagine that we can get more than the Chicago 500 together for this DO. It's for Randy after all, THE man who has enabled all FTers to come together to learn, share, gripe, and (usually) enhance their lives through each other.

I agree that DEN would be a great venue. Easy access from just about everywhere, very cool place in general, and very close to Randy's home base. I'm willing to go wherever Randy would like the gathering to be. I won't miss this DO, and I'm sure many others will/do feel the same.

Just give me the when and where. My carry on is already packed ;)

boxo
Nov 12, 10, 9:17 am
Randy who? ;)

Randy Petersen
Nov 12, 10, 9:39 am
What can I say? The words "thank you" just never seem to be enough for the best memories you've all added to my very happy life.

I really don't think you need a Do for me, the bookends of the first large-scale DO in hawaii in 1999 (PIP—Party in Paradise DO) and then my last DO, the Star Mega DO2 and all else in the the middle are truly the best. And I've lived the other DOs vicariously through all of you.

My goal is certainly to help anyone who needs help the next month or so, making sure that FlyerTalk remains comfortable for you. Maybe after the first of the year when I've had a chance to look back a little I'll see what makes sense.

In the meantime, what about if one of you came to me for a RanDO? I'm very proud of the story of FlyerTalk, the failure at the very beginning in 1995 (how many of you knew that part?) and the restart and then success. I've got the stories and of course the memories of members long past, members who likely would have caused heart-attacks for anyone less healthy, and of course my proud examples of paying it forward to our members and to charities that the many members support. Anyway, I'm thinking of inviting one of you to the first RanDO and here's the idea—read post #21 (which is a reply to #20) here:
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/only-randy-petersen/543028-house-miles-question.html

I truly am honored you'd want to spend even more time with me!!!!!

N830MH
Nov 12, 10, 12:15 pm
I'm interested if it happens at a time and place I can make it to.

I agreed. :)

scubaflyer
Nov 12, 10, 12:39 pm
What can I say? The words "thank you" just never seem to be enough for the best memories you've all added to my very happy life.

I really don't think you need a Do for me, the bookends of the first large-scale DO in hawaii in 1999 (PIP—Party in Paradise DO) and then my last DO, the Star Mega DO2 and all else in the the middle are truly the best. And I've lived the other DOs vicariously through all of you.

My goal is certainly to help anyone who needs help the next month or so, making sure that FlyerTalk remains comfortable for you. Maybe after the first of the year when I've had a chance to look back a little I'll see what makes sense.

In the meantime, what about if one of you came to me for a RanDO? I'm very proud of the story of FlyerTalk, the failure at the very beginning in 1995 (how many of you knew that part?) and the restart and then success. I've got the stories and of course the memories of members long past, members who likely would have caused heart-attacks for anyone less healthy, and of course my proud examples of paying it forward to our members and to charities that the many members support. Anyway, I'm thinking of inviting one of you to the first RanDO and here's the idea—read post #21 (which is a reply to #20) here:
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/only-randy-petersen/543028-house-miles-question.html

I truly am honored you'd want to spend even more time with me!!!!!

Randy,

This is a great offer for sure. When do we get to hear the terms of how to win such a great prize? I am sure that I am just asking what others are already thinking.

goalie
Nov 12, 10, 2:10 pm
What can I say? The words "thank you" just never seem to be enough for the best memories you've all added to my very happy life.

I really don't think you need a Do for me, the bookends of the first large-scale DO in hawaii in 1999 (PIP—Party in Paradise DO) and then my last DO, the Star Mega DO2 and all else in the the middle are truly the best. And I've lived the other DOs vicariously through all of you.

My goal is certainly to help anyone who needs help the next month or so, making sure that FlyerTalk remains comfortable for you. Maybe after the first of the year when I've had a chance to look back a little I'll see what makes sense.

In the meantime, what about if one of you came to me for a RanDO? I'm very proud of the story of FlyerTalk, the failure at the very beginning in 1995 (how many of you knew that part?) and the restart and then success. I've got the stories and of course the memories of members long past, members who likely would have caused heart-attacks for anyone less healthy, and of course my proud examples of paying it forward to our members and to charities that the many members support. Anyway, I'm thinking of inviting one of you to the first RanDO and here's the idea—read post #21 (which is a reply to #20) here:
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/only-randy-petersen/543028-house-miles-question.html

I truly am honored you'd want to spend even more time with me!!!!!bolding mine: Um, Boss......you may not have a choice ;)

Flyertalkers have been taught well ^ and are a very very very resourceful bunch ;).....you could be kidnapped without anyone knowing or a hoard of F/t'ers may just descend (with seat belts securely fastened and tray tables in their locked and upright positions of course ;)) on the HOM ;)

But besides, we wanna :D

SS255
Nov 12, 10, 2:19 pm
Sounds like Randy would even be amenable to all of us descending on the HOM......at once??? :D (Kidding.)

travelsavant
Nov 12, 10, 5:43 pm
Sign me up for the RanDo...it may be my only chance to finally meet you!

margarita girl
Nov 12, 10, 7:59 pm
I'm also interested. Finally got to meet Randy in person at the Mega Do even though I feel like I've known him for years. ^

Timing: Let's do it in the new year (January?), since some/most of us have already got the miles needed to requalify for our elite programs this year. :)

Location: How about Vegas for a venue? Always tons of cheap rooms, and discount airfares. Weather should be OK even if not overly hot.

tcook052
Nov 12, 10, 8:54 pm
Maybe after the first of the year when I've had a chance to look back a little I'll see what makes sense.

Thanks for your input Randy and may be I be so bold as to suggest a alternative to consider for a possible RandyDo in '11: a Memorial Day weekend Do and work a tie in to help support veterans charitable causes such as Hero Miles (http://usmilitary.about.com/od/familydomestic/a/heromiles.htm) which I know you've support in the past as it's a matter close to the heart with a father who served his country for 30+years.

I understand you not wanting to put the spotlight on yourself but if we can use the event as a way to do some good for others would that provide a persuasive enough argument to let us borrow you for a weekend to say thanks for your contributions?

jackal
Nov 14, 10, 8:51 am
Now that The Boss himself has replied to this thread, I'll consider it legitimized enough to put my hat in the ring. :D (I'll ignore the aww-shucks part where he said he didn't need his own, personal DO :p)

Looking forward to seeing what develops!

I'll put my vote in for DEN/COS. Love that area!

Sweet Willie
Nov 14, 10, 9:32 am
.. to consider for a possible RandyDo in '11: a Memorial Day weekend Do ...Memorial Day should be out as there is already a Do planned for that weekend. While obviously whatever weekend chosen will not work for some, to choose a weekend that already has a large Do planned wouldn't be a considerate move IMO.

stimpy
Nov 14, 10, 9:36 am
Memorial Day should be out as there is already a Do planned for that weekend. While obviously whatever weekend chosen will not work for some, to choose a weekend that already has a large Do planned wouldn't be a considerate move IMO.

Not to mention the fact that Flyertalk is global. It's not just an American thing. That's why I thought it would be great for Randy to enjoy his miles and do a global good-bye 3 or 4 continent tour. But while that's what I would do, it may not be what Randy wants. It's his retirement, let him figure it out. He knows from all these posts how we feel.

tcook052
Nov 14, 10, 10:20 am
That's why I thought it would be great for Randy to enjoy his miles and do a global good-bye 3 or 4 continent tour. But while that's what I would do, it may not be what Randy wants.

May not be what he wants? He's reluctant to do even one event so somehow you're thinking he's gonna do pull a Mick Jagger and do a 3 or 4 continent farewell tour?

FWIW I was unaware of any larger Do's next Memorial Day and hadn't consulted the list before my previous post and was just trying to offer some suggestions I thought he might find interesting.

squeakr
Nov 14, 10, 12:56 pm
might be the easiest ...

noirpepper
Nov 14, 10, 3:41 pm
I'll put my hat in the ring too, pls sign me up for the Randy-DO whenever/wherever :) it'll be an honor to be part of the celebrations.

usa18dca
Nov 15, 10, 7:42 pm
I concur!

LAX sounds good...I can fly to HNL to get to LAX =)

todorovic
Nov 15, 10, 9:06 pm
I am definitely interested - had to miss a few DO's I planned to attend but will do my best to make it to this one.

Richard Chen
Nov 16, 10, 10:30 am
Now that The Boss himself has replied to this thread, I'll consider it legitimized enough to put my hat in the ring. ...Looking forward to seeing what develops!+1

[HOM visit] might be the easiest ...If it's ok with Randy, then yes.

Jaimito Cartero
Nov 16, 10, 10:37 am
If this does happen, I'd recommend having it at least 6 months out. Not that anyone is planning a DO around my travel schedule, but Feb, March and May would be best. May probably the most ideal.

tommy777
Nov 16, 10, 10:40 am
Not much left of 2010, but we are planning a huge event in NYC April 28th-31st. I would love to honor our dear friend some time one of those days.

The FT Awards are on the night of the 28th, all other nights are open

Cheers

Miles Hunter
Nov 16, 10, 10:57 am
+2 for DEN

+ for DEN/COS and 2011

dhammer53
Nov 16, 10, 2:35 pm
The FT Awards are on the night of the 28th, all other nights are open



tommy777, are you giving me a green light to run the BRT on the 29th or 30th? Are no other activities planned? If not, I'll announce a date for BRT 11.

Dan

BoyAreMyArmsTired
Nov 16, 10, 3:03 pm
Definitely interested...pending dates, location, etc. And BB, you should win a prize for being the best CLE promoter ever. :)

Sweet Willie
Nov 16, 10, 3:39 pm
And BB, you should win a prize for being the best CLE promoter ever. :)http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vU0JpyH1gC8

beaubo
Nov 16, 10, 6:00 pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vU0JpyH1gC8


nice call!!

Jailer
Nov 17, 10, 5:37 pm
....May probably the most ideal.

I could not but help noticing that the (Denver) Rockies are in town the last weekend in April/first weekend in May (April 29 - May 1)....Nothing like having some dogs with the RP-dog.

slippahs
Nov 18, 10, 1:44 am
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A classy idea and I’d love to see where Randy wants to hang…and hang it up.

Hawaii??? From PIP to HIP: From Party in Paradise to Hang (it up) in Paradise.

I like this one since it seems so fitting.

+1! Our islands beckon Randy, hopefully.

GrizShel
Nov 18, 10, 11:43 am
Add me in as interested, and I do like the idea of having it in the Colorado Springs area (haven't been there in ages, want to go back, and I hope to see the House of Miles). 6 months notice or more usually makes it a lot easier for me to work something like this into my schedule.

But Hawaii aint bad either - never seem tired of going to the islands.

JFKSFOLAX_friend
Nov 18, 10, 3:43 pm
I am down.

Getiton
Nov 20, 10, 9:42 am
Whenever-----Wherever

travelkid
Nov 20, 10, 1:44 pm
I suggest February.

Easy access with AA, and lots of expiring eVips/SWUs. Adding the overseas members in such an event, I would think is good.

Then Im in^

SteveBerch
Nov 20, 10, 1:47 pm
Me me me please

carsonheim
Nov 29, 10, 11:16 pm
I need the miles and Anything having to do with Randy is a good enough reason for me. Count me in...

my sentiments exactly. Will make it come hell or high water....

LIH Prem
Nov 30, 10, 5:10 am
I'm interested.

-David

violist
Nov 30, 10, 6:45 am
A party with friends - good;
honoring Randy for his inspiration, generosity, and hard work - good;
earning miles and points - good;

I'm good with this, assuming the dates are good.

tcook052
Nov 30, 10, 8:49 am
Maybe OP should update the thread title to say Randy-DO 2011.

Jenbel
Nov 30, 10, 9:34 am
Good point, consider it done

Jenbel
Co-moderator, Communitybuzz!

Lori_Q
Nov 30, 10, 12:36 pm
I'm in! Please add me to the list.

elll
Nov 30, 10, 12:47 pm
If the dates work, I am in.

Chance to say Thank You to Randy
Good Company
Miles

What's not to like !?

beaubo
Nov 30, 10, 12:50 pm
If the dates work, I am in.

Chance to say Thank You to Randy
Good Company
Miles

What's not to like !?

Possibility of CLE as host city!!! :p

airbus320
Nov 30, 10, 1:17 pm
Possibility of CLE as host city!!! :p

Timeframe?

Starwood Lurker
Nov 30, 10, 1:48 pm
Always interested in spending leisure time with Randy et al, but until we have a date and a city committed, that's all I can say...that I'm interested.

Best regards,

William R. Sanders
Online Guest Feedback Coordinator
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide

guest.forum@starwoodhotels.com

karung99
Nov 30, 10, 1:52 pm
Possibility of CLE as host city!!! :p

San Francisco would be perfect for Randy's DO ^

tcook052
Nov 30, 10, 1:56 pm
Good point, consider it done

Jenbel
Co-moderator, Communitybuzz!

Thanks as I thought the chances of it happening before year end was slim to none. :D

Counsellor
Nov 30, 10, 8:09 pm
Always interested in spending leisure time with Randy et al, but until we have a date and a city committed, that's all I can say...that I'm interested.

Ditto for me. I'm hoping it works out with my schedule (which, unfortunately, is not completely under my control).

As to a city, Munich is always nice, and the Starkbierfest (Strong beer festival) in mid-March would be a great opportunty . . . .

Fredd
Nov 30, 10, 8:16 pm
Mrs. Fredd and I are definitely interested. ^

gdeluca
Nov 30, 10, 8:19 pm
Just saw the post. I would love this and it would be my first DO as well!

TAHKUCT
Nov 30, 10, 8:36 pm
Also interested. Will need to know a location and a date in order to make sure I can attend.

BiziBB
Nov 30, 10, 8:38 pm
I'm very interested in this, too.
Please add date & place to title (or if/when a poll is taken).

Thanks for this thoughtful and fun idea. :)

goalie
Dec 1, 10, 6:55 am
San Francisco would be perfect for Randy's DO ^But you, me and the Mrs. would not earn any miles......;) :D

Bralo20
Dec 1, 10, 7:18 am
Also interested (a lot) :)

smcmona
Dec 1, 10, 10:32 am
I would love the opportunity to high five, clink glasses, or whatever with Randy et al. He is one of the most generous, fun loving person I have had the opportunity to know.

SFO and DEN would easily work for me.

mnmag
Dec 2, 10, 1:38 pm
Interested here, too!^

mnmag
Dec 2, 10, 1:40 pm
Not much left of 2010, but we are planning a huge event in NYC April 28th-31st. I would love to honor our dear friend some time one of those days.

The FT Awards are on the night of the 28th, all other nights are open

Cheers

I'm sure you mean Sun. May 1st, not April 31st!;)

Karen2
Dec 7, 10, 1:18 am
I like the idea of a hub in the US, much as we like international travel. I think we should maximize our chances of a good turnout. DEN, SFO, LAX, maybe Randy should choose...

goalie
Dec 7, 10, 8:09 am
I like the idea of a hub in the US, much as we like international travel. I think we should maximize our chances of a good turnout. DEN, SFO, LAX, maybe Randy should choose...Bolding mine: Absolutely ^ as after all, it's his <insert Boston accent> pahty ;)

karung99
Dec 7, 10, 9:12 am
But you, me and the Mrs. would not earn any miles......;) :D

We could fly from OAK-DEN-SFO-DEN-OAK or
SJC-LAX-SFO-LAX-SJC. to get our miles too ^:D^

wr_schwab
Dec 7, 10, 5:11 pm
I'm definately interested...it just depends on when and where.

jb831
Feb 4, 11, 11:35 am
BUMP.

Perhaps RandoDO can coincide with the launch of his new endeavour? :cool:

MJonTravel
Feb 4, 11, 1:43 pm
Just saw this thread. Say when, and I'm in.

dhammer53
Feb 4, 11, 2:02 pm
I think Randy may finally make the BRT (Brooklyn Reality Tour). It's going to be the first or second Saturday in June.

dh

LIH Prem
Feb 5, 11, 12:40 am
Not to coopt this, but I am hoping people will join us when we go to COS/HOM as part of my contest win, currently planned for Apr 15 - 17, starting with dinner in SF on the 15th, then onto COS, dinner there on the 16th, then HOM to socialize with Randy and a game of HORSE on the 17th. We'll post more in a separate thread when there's more details, but if you are interested in joining us, please save the date. (and you can join in for any part of it or all of it, of course.)

Originally we were trying to synchronize the HOM event with the FT awards in NYC, (Apr 28, I believe, with some events planned for that weekend too) but that just didn't work out.

-David

Richard Chen
Feb 13, 11, 2:59 pm
... the FT awards in NYC, (Apr 28, I believe, with some events planned for that weekend too)...Yes, The Second Annual Frequent Traveler Awards, Citi Field April 28th (http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/communitybuzz/1182967-second-annual-frequent-traveler-awards-citi-field-april-28th.html) confirms it. Let us know any events planned outside the dinner itself.

... after the first of the year when I've had a chance to look back a little I'll see what makes sense.In case people missed Come Fly to Me – the Great FlyerTalk Mileage Run: SFO 15 April; COS 16-17 April 2011 (http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/communitybuzz/1181194-come-fly-me-great-flyertalk-mileage-run-sfo-15-april-cos-16-17-april-2011-a.html), there ya go :).

tommy777
Feb 14, 11, 8:12 pm
Yes, The Second Annual Frequent Traveler Awards, Citi Field April 28th (http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/communitybuzz/1182967-second-annual-frequent-traveler-awards-citi-field-april-28th.html) confirms it. Let us know any events planned outside the dinner itself.

.

Big event planned for 4 days. Randy will be there. I'll post as soon as the details are finalized



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