Marriott's With NFL Network
Nov 26, 2007 | 1:00 pm
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Marriott's With NFL Network
Anyone know if any of the Marriott's or affiliated hotels carry the NFL Network (sometimes carried on the "LodgeNet" system)? I would think that some do. I will be on the road this week in Raleigh, N.C. and I would stay at a Motel6 if they had the NFL Network just so that I could see the game (Dallas vs. Green Bay). I couldn't find any info on Marriott's web site. Thanks!
Nov 26, 2007 | 1:02 pm
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Well, another option is a hotel with sports bar. Any sports bar would certainly carry the NFL Network.
Nov 26, 2007 | 1:09 pm
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I face the same problem although I am sure I will be cheering for the other team.
I called the Marriott I am staying at and was told that they do not offer the game.
I will find a sports bar no doubt.
I called the Marriott I am staying at and was told that they do not offer the game.
I will find a sports bar no doubt.
Nov 26, 2007 | 3:08 pm
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Wow...don't make me launch a sidebar rant about the NFL Network. Is the game production any better this year than it was last? They took a perfectly good Denver-KC game and rendered it dang near unwatchable last year.
In any case, you'll need a sportsbar. Fortunately, in Raleigh, you should be able to find a pretty good one somewhere.
In any case, you'll need a sportsbar. Fortunately, in Raleigh, you should be able to find a pretty good one somewhere.
Nov 26, 2007 | 3:57 pm
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Sometimes its just nice to watch the game in the lobby bar. You don't need to worry about drunk driving and it is easier to hide in your expenses.
Nov 26, 2007 | 4:42 pm
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For anyone going to Miami...
The Biscayne Bay Marriott has the NFL Network.
Nov 26, 2007 | 5:39 pm
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Sometimes its just nice to watch the game in the comfort of your own room. This keeps me from:
a) Drinking too much
b) Hitting on the bartender
b) Ruining my clothes with the stinch of smoke and having to double-wrap them in the laundry bag so that they don't stink up everything else that I have.
c) Having to drive in an unfamiliar area late at night with alcohol in my system
d) Drinking too much
a) Drinking too much
b) Hitting on the bartender
b) Ruining my clothes with the stinch of smoke and having to double-wrap them in the laundry bag so that they don't stink up everything else that I have.
c) Having to drive in an unfamiliar area late at night with alcohol in my system
d) Drinking too much
Nov 26, 2007 | 6:35 pm
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Sling Box ?
I wonder if it might be time to invest in a $200 sling box device that transmits your home entertainment system to your PC over the internet?
As discussed in the overpriced movie thread, using the TV out on your laptop to the room TV should work. Certainly a hassle but just might be worth it for heavy travelers.
Anybody ever see or use a sling box?
http://www.slingmedia.com/go/slingbox
As discussed in the overpriced movie thread, using the TV out on your laptop to the room TV should work. Certainly a hassle but just might be worth it for heavy travelers.
Anybody ever see or use a sling box?
http://www.slingmedia.com/go/slingbox
Nov 27, 2007 | 4:17 pm
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Cool, for a second when I saw the thread, I thought all Marriott properties were now getting the National Football League network! One can be hopeful.
Last edited by NBSPGMEMBER; Nov 27, 2007 at 9:32 pm
Nov 28, 2007 | 4:40 pm
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I'm at the Boca Raton Marriott now & they have the NFL network!! And 42 total channels...way cool. Too bad I'm headed out with the Palm Beach Cty Bomb Squad Thurs nite. Good thing I can watch it Fri nite on my Tivo
Nov 28, 2007 | 7:31 pm
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also you could use sopcast to watch the games for free online. when the game is about to come on check the following link for a link to the video stream.
http://myp2p.eu/competition.php?comp...ericanfootball
Also, there is http://www.streamtvnow.tv
this site you have to pay like $6 for 3 months access, but they always have a stream to any NFL game and the quality is a bit better, while sopcast, occasionally doesnt work. :-) enjoy.
http://myp2p.eu/competition.php?comp...ericanfootball
Also, there is http://www.streamtvnow.tv
this site you have to pay like $6 for 3 months access, but they always have a stream to any NFL game and the quality is a bit better, while sopcast, occasionally doesnt work. :-) enjoy.
Nov 28, 2007 | 7:34 pm
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I wonder if it might be time to invest in a $200 sling box device that transmits your home entertainment system to your PC over the internet?
As discussed in the overpriced movie thread, using the TV out on your laptop to the room TV should work. Certainly a hassle but just might be worth it for heavy travelers.
Anybody ever see or use a sling box?
http://www.slingmedia.com/go/slingbox
As discussed in the overpriced movie thread, using the TV out on your laptop to the room TV should work. Certainly a hassle but just might be worth it for heavy travelers.
Anybody ever see or use a sling box?
http://www.slingmedia.com/go/slingbox
I'm watching an NHL game on mine right now and will be watching the Pack/Cowboys on it tomorrow.
Nov 28, 2007 | 7:38 pm
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I own a slingbox. bout it about a year ago. best thing ive purchased this year. if you travel even a couple times a year its great. you can watch your dvr content. on demand. anything. even your DVD player. i have it so i can watch tv on my laptop or my windows mobile phone. when im sitting in traffic in NYC, i watch ESPN on my ride home. brilliant!!! and at the cheap price they run at now, everyone should have one.