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Ninzy
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First timer from London

Post by Ninzy » Sun Jan 09, 2011 10:04 am

Hi All

My names Ninzy - I'm from the UK and would seriously love to journey to Burning Man 2011. If I'm honest, its a little intimidating :oops: !
Anyone from the UK going?!? Would love to get in contact with anyone that is planning to go as I honestly don't know where to start.

Love to hear from all Burners - new or old timers about their experience and any advice they you can give me!

Ninzy

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Post by theCryptofishist » Sun Jan 09, 2011 10:27 am

There are people from the UK going. I don't know who they are, but they are out there.
On this board, there's a regionals section. Read the titles of the threads--most posters will identify where they are from when they post there. Also on the main site (burningman.com) there's a list of regional contacts. Get on the mailing list for the uk, or your sub-set thereof, and you'll find out about parties and other get togethers. And you can always watch this sub-forum to see who else starts a thread here.
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Post by Ninzy » Sun Jan 09, 2011 3:33 pm

Thaks Cryptofishist.

I so want to go to BM 2011 - have been looking at RVs and camping equipment (haven't camped since I was 14 lol)! Hoping to make some contacts and get my ass down to BM this year!

Ninzy

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Post by Elderberry » Sun Jan 09, 2011 5:47 pm

Hey there, welcome to eplaya!

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Post by Ninzy » Mon Jan 10, 2011 11:25 am

heh jkisha

thanks

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Post by Savannah » Mon Jan 10, 2011 7:34 pm

If you rent an RV with one or more people, you will want this thread about House Rules for RV users in the "Q&A Tips & Tricks" forum--it looks very helpful.

http://eplaya.burningman.org/viewtopic.php?t=34551

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Post by TomServo » Mon Jan 10, 2011 8:04 pm

Really think about going in an RV! If youre with a group, it may be worth the cost. Many RV companies add an extra charge, for those going to Burning Man.
Their are several people on this board, from the UK. Just keep reading, and researching! Best of Luck! In hindsight, as long as youre prepared, its not soo intimidating, as it is expensive.....BUT WORTH every penny!
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Post by Americandutchie » Wed Jan 12, 2011 2:05 pm

I'm from holland, also looking for a ride once I get to the states... :oops:
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Post by tigerlily72 » Tue Jan 18, 2011 10:11 am

i'm a first timer from london called Tilly?

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Post by graidawg » Thu Jan 20, 2011 6:34 am

first timer hear from london hoping to go to! yea it is a bit intimidating mainly the what do i do when i get to usa what do i take what do i buy when i get there but- do it dont put it off i have for a decade
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Post by theCryptofishist » Thu Jan 20, 2011 9:21 am

Fly into Reno. If you fly into Vegas or San Francisco or Salt Lake City it may be cheaper, and you will make up part or all of the difference in driving. Load up on gear and food in Reno.
Alternately, find yourself a camp (and the time to look is NOW) and have them bring your gear and food. I'd plan on getting them a good chunk of hte money so you don't rip them off. Of course, they could always rip you off, so be aware and take precautions. There are a number of people who come from all over the world, so keep reading here, and other message boards and see what you learn.
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Hi Crypto

Post by Ninzy » Thu Jan 20, 2011 3:14 pm

Thanks again!

I'm thinkin all us 1st timers should just meet up somewhere, get 2 know each other (make sure no one is an axe murderer) and then make plans to head on out!

Whos with me?

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Re: Hi Crypto

Post by teardropper » Thu Jan 20, 2011 5:44 pm

Ninzy wrote:Thanks again!

I'm thinkin all us 1st timers should just meet up somewhere, get 2 know each other (make sure no one is an axe murderer) and then make plans to head on out!

Whos with me?
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Post by graidawg » Fri Jan 21, 2011 2:17 am

meeeting up for english burners sounds like a cool idea - especially for me as im in lonodon which has got be the place people will fly from (maybe block book seats on the same flight to save much needed cashola/)
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Post by triskinnian » Fri Jan 21, 2011 4:10 am

I'm heading over from London and I'm also a first timer. I'd be up for getting a group of us together to head on over.

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Post by graidawg » Fri Jan 21, 2011 5:43 am

[quote="triskinnian"]I'm heading over from London and I'm also a first timer. I'd be up for getting a group of us together to head on over.[/quote]

Maybe this should be the start of a plan and maybe start a thread for london burners planning to go and travel together
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Post by AntiM » Fri Jan 21, 2011 5:52 am

Moderator note: a great forum to place your new thread for UK/Londonners would be down in Regionals.

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packing, traveling...

Post by MonetGypsy » Fri Jan 21, 2011 4:07 pm

I studied for a semester in London, and the task of packing for 7 weeks in a strange city seemed daunting then. I can imagine doing the reverse, and camping, must be even more so. Remember to leave a little space for the trinkets you may be gifted.

I loved London (Camden markets, how I miss you!) and will be delighted if I catch an earful of Brittish accents on the playa!
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Post by simon1962 » Wed Feb 02, 2011 11:54 am

I am from London originally and live now in Holland. Travelling out of Amsterdam for the trip. Also the first time for me too, so exciting planning and getting ready.


I am not sure yet whether to fly into SF and then hire a car, or Reno and then hire.
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Post by Dr. Pyro » Wed Feb 02, 2011 12:48 pm

That's odd; most people travel TO Amsterdam for the trip.

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Post by Cheyenne » Wed Feb 02, 2011 1:39 pm

Graidawg and Ninzy,

There is a regional London group that are quite active - they have 'Burning Pub' once a month and they are mates of mine... they are all top people.

They usually do the Quixotes Cabaret Club on Playa..

I was at Decom in London in December and it was utterly wicked!

i think they are just doing a low key bar setup on playa in 2011
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Post by eansamp » Thu Mar 10, 2011 2:40 pm

hi, need to find like minded brits to hook up with in reno then travel to the playa with. i'm from the north 37 and a die hard festival goer. please get in touch - cheers

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Post by Bob Bitchen » Fri Mar 11, 2011 1:16 am

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Re: First timer from London

Post by burnmeman » Sun Mar 13, 2011 5:41 pm

[quote="Ninzy"]Hi All

My names Ninzy - I'm from the UK and would seriously love to journey to Burning Man 2011. If I'm honest, its a little intimidating :oops: !
Anyone from the UK going?!? Would love to get in contact with anyone that is planning to go as I honestly don't know where to start.

Love to hear from all Burners - new or old timers about their experience and any advice they you can give me!

Ninzy[/quote]

Hey guys, Im going to BM 2011. I live in London count me in on everything! PM me details of meets etc. I stopped my axe murderer ways a few days ago can I be in your gang Ninzy??? Cheers...BMM

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