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SUMMARY on the Altbier in DUS FT
ALTBIER in DÜSSELDORF FT will take place nov. 10th - nov. 11th
summary of thread: http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/Forum95/HTML/000474.html First I'll try to list all of the participants and may-be's including day of arrival and hotel booked. AFAIK. CONFIRMED for Friday 10th arrival: Name ....Arrives.... Leaves....by....Hotel....No. Of pax(if more tahn 1) Bernie....Fr....Su....feet....None.... Brentski....Fr....Tu....UA....?.... Hammertoad....Fr....Su....Train / BA....?....2 Magic111....Fr....Su....?....Nikko.... Mizu....Fr....Su....car....?.... ScottC....Fr....Su....train....?.... Cigarman....Fr 10:00....Su....?.... GK....Fr 10:00....Su 19:00....BA....Hilton Spartacus....Fr 10:00....Su....?.... Punki....Fr 12:00....Su 15:00....UA....Nikko/Hilton....2 Emailman....Fr 22:00....Su 19:00....LH....Nikko Rudi....Fr 22:00....Su 19:00....LH....Renaissance....2 Phil....Fr 10:00....Mo 10:00.... ....Renaissance CONFIRMED for Saturday 11th arrival: AnnaS....Sa 12:00....Su 16:00....UA....?.... Miletex....Sa 12:00....Su 16:00....UA....Nikko Ozzstamps....Sa 12:00....Su 16:00....UA....?....2 Auh20....Sa 14:00....Su 10:35....UA....? Essxjay....Sa 14:00....Su 10:35....UA....Nikko Indurain....Sa 14:00....Su 10:35....UA....? Kokonutz....Sa 14:00....Su 10:35....UA....Nikko CONFIRMED arrival unknown CocoaNuts Dorian Germanflyer Kempis ...... Nikko Scott the Flier Shareholder ..... AC Stimpy ..... Steigenberger TheBandit Transpac ..... Renaissance Warrenlm ..... Nikko TropicalFlyer POSSIBLES Austman Blondebomber Cindy Curt Counselor Fallinasleep Freefaller12K Geordie6 Greg99 James Jamiel Jerry A Laska Kempis Mikefly Nathan Detroit Reisevergnügen RichG [This message has been edited by bernie (edited 10-01-2000).] |
Next follows a summary of the most important things to know, as far as I could recapitalize.
GENERAL INFORMATION Düsseldorf is the 5th largest city in Germany, but still somewhat small with some 600.000 people living here. It is regarded as the fashion and shopping city in Germany. Advantage of it's size is, that you'll have all attractions in the city centre within walking distance. DUS is the third largest airport in Germany. It is just 15 minutes away from downtown. Cab ride will cost between 25 - 30 DEM. DUS has the largest Japanese population outside Japan. You'll find a lot of Japanese businesses and eatersies. Busiest attraction is the Old Town, called ALTSTADT - - a world of pubs, eateries, discos within just one square km. Not to forget the breweries, which brew the "Altbier" a traditionally made beer specialty - dark and "dangerous". A kind of it's own is the "Uerige", one of the last breweries still privately owned. Here you'll meet CEO's and PM's chatting with construction workers. Waiters being rude sometimes is part of it. Don't even try to order something else than "Alt"(bier). Düsseldorf is also famous for it's "Königsallee" - a street originally built by the city officials as an excuse and appeasement to the King, which had been thrown with horse - **** at by the Düsseldorfers, when visiting the city. Today one of the most elegant and best shopping areas in Germany. Could be a deal due to the weak Euro. We Düsseldorfers don't like our neighbors on the wrong (other) side of the Rhine, but to guests I need to mention it: Yes, Cologne is just a 20 min train ride away, has a really impressive cathedral, was founded by the Romans some years ago and it's Roman-German museum is really worth a visit - if anybody should be interested. The most popular drink is ALTBIER: For those who have absolutely no idea what "ALTBIER" is, here is a pretty well explained run down on the different beer types and some info on DUS from the Vermont Law school: http://www.tiac.net/users/tjd/bier/alt.html For first time visitors to Germany one beer recommendation could also go to "Weissbier" or "Hefeweizen". WHAT TO DO Traditionally here in the "Rheinland" with St. Martin's Day (nov 10th) starts "Martinsgans-Essen" (St. Martin's Goose Dinner)at almost any restaurant in town for the next two or three weeks - well not at the chinese restaurants, of course, they prefer "Peking Duck" all year. Could be fun !! Nov 11th at 11:11 am there is another tradition: Start of the Carnival Season. Though Rudi is promoting this heavily: This is in no way that big an event as the "Three Mad Days" in Feb/March itself (not 2 million visitors, just some 30 K - hardcore carnivalists only) but the Altstadt could be a little different than on other days. For those attending the 11/11 11:11 there is a "carnival - cry" .... HELAU. It has (makes) no sense at all. Just shout it, when the others do so. But don't you ever shout "ALAAF" which is the Cologne version of that cry. The rivalry between these two cities does a lot of fun to us natives in either city, but this is a Do Not. Once again so that noone gets disappointed. TO ALL CARNIVAL ENTHUSIASTS. Don't get mixed up, please. This is not the "Three Mad Days" nor is it anything even near to it. No sweets to be thrown into the crowd. No crowd. No parade - just one guy called the "Hoppeditz" will arise from the "dead", have a speeech and telling some jokes in "Düsseldorfer Platt" - a language which is hard to understand even for us natives, even worse than the Swiss speak If you wanna go for the real thing you need to come back february 2001 (Rose Monday with Parade 26th). Info regarding Carnival (under "City Information/Tradition") as is St. Martin's Eve and other info like shopping, http://www.duesseldorf.de/f_tour_e.htm A somewhat more romatic choice would be: attending "St. Martin's Parade", which is a winter tradition in the "Rheinland" to remember St. Martin, who was a roman officer before becoming catholic ... of course. There are a lot of legends to long to tell here, but every year that night some ten thousand Düsseldorf kids are parading through city center and every neighborhood, singing themed carrols and carrying themed lampoons. After that they go from one house or business to another singing (asking) for gifts or sweets. SHOPPING All shopping is downtown. All shopping areas are within just max. 20 minutes walking distance. All shops close by 19:30 - 20:00 weekdays and 16:00 Saturday. Closed on Sundays. KÖNIGSALLEE (KÖ) Upscale - highscale shopping with almost any major designer name + jewellers. Stretches for 1 km. Adjacent are two malls: "Schadow Arkaden" and "Kö Galerie" mix of upscale shopping and more cheap ones. You'll find some 400 shops at the Kö and in those malls. SCHADOWSTRASSE Many cheaper opportunities. The one street in Germany with the highest revenue. ALTSTADT Boutique style shopping. Unique stores as well as GAP and Footlocker. A lot of galleries and antique shops in the part, which is called "Karlstadt". On "Karlplatz" there is the farmer's market. DEPARTMENT STORES KARSTADT Mid- to upscale brands at the farther end of Schadowstrasse KAUFHOF an der KÖ Dto. Just between city center and Altstadt at Königsallee CARSCHHAUS Steps from Kaufhof. Upscale fashion ACCOMODATIONS The Renaissance is the farthest away from downtown of the deluxe hotels. No possibilty to have a walk just "out the door", no shops, restaurants or entertainment nearby. Great rate, but you'll pay about 20 DEM each way downtown by cab. Hilton, SAS Radisson are halfway between airport and city center. (Cab about 12 DEM) The Radisson and Hilton are .... well just a Radisson or a Hilton with the usual things / atmosphere to expect. Problem with the Radisson and the Hilton and the Renaissance is, that you can't just walk out of the door and have some window shopping. There really is nothing around. For anything you wanna do, you need to ride cab or tram. Nikko within walking distance to major department stores and Königsallee. Room Description: TWO TWIN DELUXE CORNER TWIN COMPUTER MODEM OUTLET HAIR DRYER MINI BAR MOVIES RADIOS TROUSER PRESS VOICE MAIL -PRO- ANNIVERSARY PACKAGE BREAKFAST/POOL/SAUNA/FREE PRKG/LATE C-OUT/ NEWSPAPER/WELCOME DRINK/AVAIL FRI/SAT/SUN Nikko is a 4(+) * near main station (3Min) within walking distance to major department stores (3 Min), shopping arcades (3 Min), Königsallee (5 Min) and Altstadt (10 Min). Two restaurants (japanese and int'l) and Lounge - Bar. Cab from Altstadt 7 DEM. Nikko would give away Junior Suites for quite the same rate - whatever this may be. Holiday Inn at the other end of Königsallee but within walking distance to all the buzz. There are of course some 3 * hotels, too. Some with excellent location like th Dorint, two BestWesterns, some independent ones and the MariottCourtyard, The Steigenberger Parkhotel would be the very best bet - on hotel quality, location ... and rates as well ? Steigenberger Parkhotel just exactly at the "borderline" between Altstadt and Königsallee - so you will just "fall into your bed". It had a rate of 255 DEM rate available (which is 120 US $) Attention this rate requires a 2 nts min stay and is sgl only. Dbl would be 360 DEM. Rates are NOT negotiable ... I still highly recommend the Steigenberger - not only for being the best hotel in town with some old fashioned Grand Hotel atmosphere, but for it's excellent location. Keep in mind that you'll have some 60 - 80 DEM each day on cab rides to add to the Renaissance, Hilton, Radisson. From the 3 *'s you mention the Dorint is the by far the best when it comes to convenience and location (It's just one block from my home). There are some rooms left at 185 DEM dbl. incl. breakfast and some at DEM 215. Location is good. Near main station (2 Min), Walking distance to Königsallee (5 Min)and Altstadt (15 Min). Small restaurant. Maybe you'll need a cab on your way back ? 10 DEM. attention 3 * only. Rates are NOT negotiable b/c of the no of rooms left. Sorat is nice, clean and modern, but won't be first choice. Cab rides necessary at DEM 10. Looking at rates, location and quality of hotel itself alltogether: Nikko would prpbably be the best choice ALTSTADT AT NIGHT Favorite to tourists and natives as well it hosts any kind of pubs, brew houses, discos, bars, jazz clubs, eateries - except for any "red light" etablissements. Some 300 of 'em within just one square km - side by side. Brewhouses close at midnight, some of the others do at 1 but most are open up to 3 or 5 am. ...). The Altstadt is just about entirely pedestrianised, simplifying matters as you reel from one pub to the next. BREWHOUSES The first three of these are in the Altstadt Zum Uerige An absolute must, but beware cigarette smoke (in a l l of those pubs. This is not the US)which permeates the place. The Altbier here is absolutely wonderful, deserving of the apellation "world classic." If you can find a relatively smoke-free room, so much the better to appreciate the flavour. Open nearly every day, 10 AM to midnight, except for Rose Monday and Christmas day. Zum Schlüssel Bright, big, and remodelled and expanded about five years ago. Gatzweiler's Alt is the bottled version of this brewpub's beer, made at a separate brewery; the Zum Schlüssel version, fresh from the barrel, is superior. Hearty, filling, and well-prepared food, too. became way too "new" after reconstruction. Food is very good. Im Füchsen The best food of these three brewpubs is served here, or so say the locals YEP. I think its an even match between here and Zum Schlüssel, and what a rough decision to have to make. So visit them both, and enjoy the Altbier in both places too. Schumacher The original Schumacher is not in the Altstadt, located instead not terribly far from the Main Train Station just 3 min from the Nikko and the Dorint on the edge of downtown. It's hugely popular, of course, serving good food and wonderful housebrewed Altbier, although it's less hoppy than the three Altstadt-based houses' Alt. There's also a place in Bolkerstrasse, Im Goldenen Kessel, that is the second Schumacher house, for those who just can't bear the thought of leaving the Altstadt. It's across the street from Zum Schlüssel. Food always means: homemade (style)or like grandma did here in the Rhineland. For gourmet dining there are other places. DINING All kind of Dining is possible in Düsseldorf. Be it German (Rhenisch), International, Thai, Chinese, Lebanese, Indonese, Italian, French, Greek, steak houses. For any of these cuisines there are both expensive and very good places to recommend as cheaper ones as well. Highest recommendations go to the Japanese restaurants in town, which are all somewhat expensive. but the food deserves it. WEATHER Expect any temp within the 40's and 50's, grey skies and rain. We'd be lucky, if there is sunshine and temps in the 60's. Anything is possible in November For most of central Europe that is. So take MIZU'S advice: check the weather sites on the web before packing. LINKS on trains within Germany in English : www.bahn.hafas.de/bin/query.exe/en homepage german railway: www.bahn.de airpasses in Europe: www.europebyair.com on Düsseldorf : http://www.duesseldorf.de/f_tour_e.htm ALTBIER: http://www.tiac.net/users/tjd/bier/alt.html HOTELS review Radisson and Hilton : http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/Forum81/HTML/001069.html Steigenberger: http://www.srs-worldhotels.com/germa...el_duspar.html Dorint: http://www.dorint.de/duesseldorf/index_e.cfm Sorat: http://www.SORAT-Hotels.com/dus-main.htm Marriott Courtyard : http://www.courtyard.com/DUSCY/ Nikko: http://www.nikkohotels.com/europe/dusseldorf.html SOME USEFUL GERMAN PHRASES For the cab rides: "Zur Altstadt" or "Zur Kö" (which is the native's short version of "Königsallee" ordering Altbier in one of the pubs: " .... (no. of FT's) Alt, bitte" or, if you even don't wanna count yourself "eine Runde, bitte" - and before leaving, of course : "Ich möchte zahlen" or "Die Rechnung, bitte" Instead of "bye" just say "tschüss" For anyone interested: ) I've completed a city map in jpg format with location of hotels, Altstadt, shopping, Königsallee added. ... send an email. [This message has been edited by bernie (edited 10-01-2000).] [This message has been edited by bernie (edited 10-01-2000).] |
Thank you, Bernie, for this excellent summary.
Is there a time and place we will be getting together as a group? Any particular plans or arrangements we should be aware of as we make our own individual plans ? Thank you for all your work on this. I'm looking forward to a great weekend in a city I haven't visited for more than 40 years. |
Bernie, Rudi and myself are in the process of coordinating the "on-site task force" for the social gatherings. Any other FT based in DUS or vicinity is more than welcome to join - just drop us an email. We'll update this thread as soon as we get our own logistics worked out.
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Well then PHIL, you must be really old, huh ? http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/smile.gif
The more of you giving their arrival dates / times + hotel booked ... the better we could plan and make suggestions Since I've done an Excel sheet, it would be extremly nice, if you'd just copy your name + info out of the "participants" thread, fill out the blanks (or "?") and send it to me via email. I'm sure we will have suggestions for the "smaller" FT meet on friday night and the big one on saturday night. We should just know... [This message has been edited by bernie (edited 10-01-2000).] |
Superb recap .. thanks Bernie! Wading thru 9 pages of bumpf must have been a nightmare and you have done a great job, but to confirm again for Jean and I for your list: Depart Monday afternoon, and also staying Nikko. And unless you have heard something I have not Randy Petersen told me he was keen to get there, so please add him to the "possibles" list. I have passed on all detail to his assistant as he requested. This looks to be on a scale of PiP proportions, and being the first F.T. biggie in Europe I am sure he will make if at all possible. 35 confirmed starters .. what a great weekend this has turned out to be! http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/smile.gif ------------------ ~ Glen ~ |
"Old", Bernie? Perhaps. But able to be about and take nourishment, at least liquid. And, of course,it is we who can truly appreciate ALTbier.
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That's exactly what I assumed, Phil http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/smile.gif
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I'll be in FRA on business that week (in London now!) so may be able to add the weekend on in DUS as that train is neat. Please add me as a possible. Re Hotels is there a "FT" deal/rate to mention or do I need to book it direct?
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Bernie:
I have read your Duesseldorf info. I think it could not have been written better - perfect job. I have lived in D'dorf half a year, many, many years ago. I would like to mention 2 venues: 1. There is/was a pancake restaurant in Alt-Niederkassel (Speckpfannenkuchen at Meuser?) 2. Friends tell me the harbor area is mega in?! Hafengegend, lofts, restaurants? |
Oh well, USAFAN, Meuser's still exists and they still have the best pancakes I know. I just don't know, how to explain the difference between those and the american ones.
And yes, the Hafen is developing fast and becoming mega in, with state parliament, Geary buildings, clubs, start-ups, cinemas. But ...that's not aimed at old guys like us http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/smile.gif |
Meuser's still exists and they still have the best pancakes I know. I just don't know, how to explain the difference between those and the american ones. Mizu |
Or, check whether the poor things are drowned in sickly sweet maple syrup. Those are the American ones. http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/wink.gif
Can that place be a "possible" suggestion for an interesting "local" lunch on the Sunday for those who are game? ------------------ ~ Glen ~ |
Bernie:
Good to hear that Meuser still exists. Actually "Speckpfannenkuchen" says it all. They are not sweet. (Speck = Bacon). And Alt Niederkassel is a nice old "village" with some nice schicki-micki restaurants. I called a friend in Duesseldorf. He recommends: Zum Schiffchen Brauerei in der ALTSTADT, Hafenstr. 5, Phone 0211-132421. He went there with Americans and they wanted to go again and again and again and .... Remember: Schiffchen in der Altstadt! There is another, very expensive "Schiffchen". You mentioned already the weather. November can and probably will be very dull, rainy etc. Wish you all the best. |
I am not confirmed (but heading that way). "Slumming" it at the 3 Star Supranational Astra at South end (at only 90 DEM/night, leaves lots of room for beer and food and whatever!). http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/smile.gif
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Mizu ! Speckpfannekuchen like "crepes" ??? Meuser's sure is not. It is famous in the entire region. 50 cm in diameter and THICK - according to my memory two share one. It is not sweet. The recipe is in no way even similar to the american pancakes. No "Speck" is NOT bacon. At least it is not like the american bacon. As I told you .... hard to describe. I'm desperate. http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/smile.gif
USAFAN, there are better places than the Schiffchen, like those mentioned above. The other Schiffchen is a 3* Michelin recommended restaurant in D-Kaiserswerth. Delicious food. Oz, lunch in traditional pubs is not the favorite on sunday mornings. But late breakfast is. There are a lot of pubs, where you'll find excellent breakfast - german style - no scrambled eggs, no sausages, no waffles with artificial whipped cream and , of course no american pancakes. BB, ASTRA ? ... never heard. "south end" ? ... sounds no part of D.. 90 DEM (this is 40 $ !!!) for a hotel in D. .... seems strange. Give me the street adress and I'll let you know, what I think of location and place itself. I would not stay at that rate at any hotel in any major city in Germany - as long as I don't know the place. |
Ubierstrasse 36 (just south of highway B326)
Supposed to be a 3 star with private bath, free parking, non-smoking room, color cable TV (who's going to be watching anyway?), hairdryer, shoe polish (that's a new one), sauna, solarium, breakfast room, 50m to tram, and Catman they allow small pets! Special weekend rate (probably for their non-deluxe rooms -- deluxe rooms are 2X the price for the same nights) of 90 DEM includes service and all taxes. I do prefer smaller hotels but thanks for checking Bernie. I am pretty comfortable in a variety of situations as long as I don't have rats gnawing on my ears and cockroaches feeding on my eyebrows http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/wink.gif ------------------ ------------------ BlondeBomber's Star Alliance Gold Comparison Chart 2000: http://members.home.net/deercroft/starall00.html Dorian's Star Alliance RTW Price Chart: http://www.informationlab.com/rtw.htm [This message has been edited by BlondeBomber (edited 10-09-2000).] |
Blondebomber - be great to meet you if your trip co-incides! (ps sleeping with airline sleeping mask stops the cockroaches chewing the eyebrows, but the ears are not protected from the gnawing rats. Now if you know one of the guys you nicked one pair of United's MILLION missing pairs of noise cancel headphones, you are in business http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/wink.gif
Bernie .. you are the chief "Ringmaster" here, (thank you) so just happy sitting back learning and enjoying learning about a place I have never visited! ------------------ ~ Glen ~ |
Originally posted by bernie: 50 cm in diameter and THICK - according to my memory two share one. [...] I'm desperate. |
Move me to the confirmed list. Booked the flight yesterday (BWI-KEF-AMS). I won't get in until the 11th, but have a week after that to wander durch dem wiessen winterwald. Well mabye not white, but cold I'm sure. I haven't booked any hotels yet, but will post when I know. Also, may follow Dusseldorf with a trip south to the wine country (man can't live on bier alone) if anyone has any intrest or suggestions.
Freefaller12k |
URL for Supranational Hotels:
http://www.supranational.co.uk "Supranational Hotels provides unparalleled access to an extensive range of accommodation. ... exceptional choice from approximately 700 hotels covering 400 destinations in 44 countries. . . . three, four and five star individual hotels and domestic chains. All the properties retain local feel and character while conforming to the highest standards of quality. Variety, quality and personalised service – you can expect the very best from Supranational Hotels" Finally found some pictures (but not of rooms) here: http://www.dus-online.de/home_d.htm -- (you have to try to book to get to the INFO button for the hotel) Here are other direct links to the pictures that do work: http://www.dus-online.de/images/pic37-a.jpg http://www.dus-online.de/images/pic37.jpg in BILK district--built in 1987. Just joined the Supranational chain. Gives it a tourist class 2 star (plus an outstanding in its class rating) [This message has been edited by BlondeBomber (edited 10-11-2000).] |
Originally posted by BlondeBomber: http://www.dus-online.de/home_d.htm -- (you have to try to book to get to the INFO button for the hotel) Freefaller12k PS Is the Nikko in any miles programs http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/wink.gif ? [This message has been edited by freefaller12k (edited 10-11-2000).] |
Originally posted by freefaller12k: PS Is the Nikko in any miles programs http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/wink.gif ? |
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The most prominent program for those of us on this side of the Atlantic is AAdvantage, of which Nikko became a member in June. 500-miles per stay. I posted more details on page 6 or 7 of the earlier thread on this event, and there is information about this on the Nikko Hotels website. As Nikko is part of the JAL corp, I assume miles can be earned in that carrier's program and possibly some other carriers.
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[quote]Originally posted by freefaller12k:
A more verbose description or link would greatly be appreciated. Unfortunately, I can't provide a link, but when you make a reservation online with Nikko, there is a field to indicate your preference of FF airline. I did check around the site and could see nothing indicating exactly which programs participate. But try 1-800-NIKKO-US for more info. |
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Don't know the Astra, but when comparing to the other 2 1/2 * Hotels in the website's listing (of which I know some) ... hmmmh doesn't seem nice. Location is about 5-7km from downtown. Cab ride will cost some 15 DEM each way.
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Freefaller12k-
You are practically in the Mosel to Rhine area - can't miss on white wines, especially Rieslings. |
Looks like Scott the Flyer and I will be there. We confirmed our flights today and will be staying at the Hilton. So count us in as confirmed. http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/smile.gif We arrive Friday and leave Sunday United all around.
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bernie
Like Baze said we are there! We arrive on UA Flt # 952 at 12:05p.m. on Friday the 10th and will be staying at the Hilton. So whatever is brewing http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/wink.gif for Friday night consider us in. We are confirmed out on UA Flt # 953 on Sunday the 12th at 3:25p.m. on our way to Boston for some work. This is going to be such a great time!!! http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/smile.gif http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/smile.gif ------------------ Cheers Scott |
I have 39 CONFIRMED participants as of now.
22 arriving Friday, 11 on Saturday. 6 with no arrival / departure info yet. 15 will stay at the Nikko, 7 at the Hilton, 4 at the Renaissance, 2 at the Steigenberger. 15 without any hotel info yet. (Some are switching from the Nikko to Hilton and Steigenberger for the 2nd nt) 16 still counted as POSSIBLE. With just 4 weeks left it would be very helpful on planning for Rudi, Mizu and myself, if the possibles could get decided and the confirmed would provide their arr./dep/hotel data |
What a weekend! Regrettably the lady of the house reminds me is is our grand-daughters confirmation that weekend, so sorry, cross me out -- for this one.
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Bernie:
I posted previously that I might be able to make it. I have now been able to arrange it so I will be at my office in Aachen the last of the week before and have to be in Frankfurt the following week. So I plan to drive up to Düsseldorf on Friday evening. I have made reservations at the Courtyard Marriott. I look to being with all of you. |
The good news is that my schedue is finally clearing up. http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/smile.gif The bad news is that there appears almost no way for me to be in Germany for Fasching onset. http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/frown.gif
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Hi. I wish to add myself to the list of possibles. I think Im about 60% confirmed... I would love to join !! I should be able to confirm by mid next week.
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O.M.G. http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/eek.gif
DUS will never be the same again if you make it along Gaucho! Please feel free to liberate a few bottles of Dom from those United First upgrade 1K SYS flights we tipped you about yesterday, and bring them along to share. A carton should be OK for the Saturday night dinner toast, for starters. http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/wink.gif ------------------ ~ Glen ~ |
Glen-- Im pretty much the quiet type, so I doubt meine wenigkeit could do anything to change a city like DUS. http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/biggrin.gif
Papst-- I see you are arriving in DUS on Friday 10th. Im planning on flying CGK-SIN-ZRH (on SQ arriving at 0600 on the 10th), my idea is to spend the day in ZRH and then head on (if possible on the same flight with you) to DUS. ------------------ Gaucho100K [This message has been edited by Gaucho100K (edited 10-15-2000).] |
Neither one of you will change Düsseldorf http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/smile.gif
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Agreed, Bernie. http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/smile.gif
40 or 50 rather thirsty FlyerTalkers WILL make a decent dent on the Duesseldorf "Altbier" inventory though! http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/wink.gif ------------------ ~ Glen ~ [This message has been edited by ozstamps (edited 10-16-2000).] |
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