Where should BeerAdvocate host a fest?

Blog Discussion in 'BeerAdvocate Talk' started by Todd, Jul 25, 2014.

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  1. MrWilliams

    MrWilliams Zealot (637) Nov 24, 2013 Arizona

    My heart tells me in Phoenix. But that's because I'm a bastard and want it super close. My head tells me Southern CA. A lot of noticeable breweries in CA and its within easier distance of some of the west coast and mid west breweries ( looking at you Colorado).
     
    #401 MrWilliams, Jul 30, 2014
  2. MaxKalata

    MaxKalata Initiate (0) Jun 21, 2014 New York


    Brooklyn!!
     
    #402 MaxKalata, Jul 30, 2014
  3. Smakawhat

    Smakawhat Grand High Pooh-Bah (7,191) Mar 18, 2008 Maryland
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    Chicago as a front runner it seems probably makes a lot of sense. It's a great city, relatively cheap to fly to as well.

    Of course I would prefer it closer :wink: and I am sure the time they offer the fest I'll be out travelling somewhere anyway and miss it :confused:
     
    #403 Smakawhat, Jul 30, 2014
  4. Boverhof3

    Boverhof3 Initiate (0) Dec 25, 2006 Michigan

    We have something called the Gerald R. Ford International Airport in Grand Rapids.
     
    #404 Boverhof3, Jul 30, 2014
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  5. Boverhof3

    Boverhof3 Initiate (0) Dec 25, 2006 Michigan

    What happens when that becomes 5 Californias?
     
    #405 Boverhof3, Jul 30, 2014
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  6. SalukiAlum

    SalukiAlum Initiate (0) Dec 19, 2010 Colorado

    Oh, I've been to Grand Rapids and really enjoyed it. Didn't know it was important enough to have an 'international' airport. It also didn't seem like there was very much near there. But there is Grand Valley State!!
     
    #406 SalukiAlum, Jul 30, 2014
  7. BeerIslander

    BeerIslander Initiate (0) Jun 27, 2014 Washington

    Seattle! Because just look at the picture!

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    #407 BeerIslander, Jul 31, 2014
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  8. fuzzbalz

    fuzzbalz Pundit (953) Apr 13, 2002 Georgia

    + Stone Mountain, now that would be EPIC!
     
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  9. 64vdub

    64vdub Pundit (848) Feb 20, 2014 California
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    Cali !!!! That would be hella cool awesome brah :slight_smile: C'mon brothers, you know you want to come out west!
     
    #409 64vdub, Jul 31, 2014
  10. skunkpuddle

    skunkpuddle Initiate (0) Feb 14, 2011 California

    Wyoming is always a good spot.
     
    #410 skunkpuddle, Jul 31, 2014
  11. CaliSooner

    CaliSooner Initiate (0) Sep 18, 2013 California

    Vegas, Chicago or Austin.

    Grand Rapids you are WAY OFF here!! Who has ever been ISO: a trip to Grand Rapids, MI?
     
    #411 CaliSooner, Jul 31, 2014
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  12. BigCheese

    BigCheese Initiate (0) Jul 4, 2009 Massachusetts

    I live in boston and I vote chicago. Its huge, easy to get too (cheaper/direct flights), in the middle of the country so its "fair" for everyone. They also have pizza and cool skyscrapers.
     
    #412 BigCheese, Jul 31, 2014
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  13. LagersAndAles

    LagersAndAles Devotee (397) Nov 23, 2013 Connecticut

    Las Vegas or New Orleans. If you're looking for a great convention/destination/party towns, you cannot do better.
     
    #413 LagersAndAles, Jul 31, 2014
  14. Zaphog

    Zaphog Grand Pooh-Bah (4,676) Sep 23, 2011 Michigan
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    Obviously you don't frequent the Great Lakes Forum very often. There are constantly threads asking for info/tips about trips to Grand Rapids.
     
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  15. 2beerdogs

    2beerdogs Grand Pooh-Bah (5,682) Jan 31, 2005 California
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    I think the choices of Chicago and Denver have obvious merit. Cool cities, major transportation hubs, great beer scenes within and close by. Plus they both have that "middle of the country" thang going on.

    San Diego is another obvious choice for beer scene, and of course desirable weather year round.
    Love the idea of Charlotte and Asheville. So much good things happening in both areas, and awesome scenery/culture.

    Austin is an awesome city (despite being in Texas). Fantastic music scene, great food and drink. Also centrally located.
     
    #415 2beerdogs, Jul 31, 2014
  16. HRamz3

    HRamz3 Initiate (0) Feb 9, 2010 Pitcairn

    #416 HRamz3, Jul 31, 2014
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  17. Nanners

    Nanners Initiate (0) Aug 15, 2013 Ohio

    CHI CA GO... Best beer town. Easy to get to, nearly everything is available. Fun town. Plenty of capacity for staying.

    Now, if you want to get fun... The south east area is coming on big time with abundance of quality brews. The tampa area might be worth a look!
     
    #417 Nanners, Jul 31, 2014
  18. needMIbeer

    needMIbeer Pooh-Bah (2,178) Feb 5, 2014 Virginia
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    Washington D.C.

    1. plenty of convention space
    2. an abundance of hotel options
    3. three airports (two of which are connected to public transportation)
     
    #418 needMIbeer, Jul 31, 2014
  19. tbaker397

    tbaker397 Initiate (0) Nov 9, 2013 West Virginia

    Couldnt agree more! Great place as in scenery and the actual state but sometimes the populace makes you wonder.
     
    #419 tbaker397, Jul 31, 2014
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  20. jmdrpi

    jmdrpi Grand High Pooh-Bah (8,989) Dec 11, 2008 Pennsylvania
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    yeah, but a total clusterfuck if there is any bad weather.
     
    #420 jmdrpi, Jul 31, 2014
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