Originally posted by Chelle DB
View Post
It literally depends on:
how many flights come in, thus how many people need to go through
how many customs agents are on duty
if there's a problem with anyone that slows things down
-
it depends on how many flights come in the same time as yours. I've stood in line 10 minutes, i've waited over an hour.
It literally depends on:
how many flights come in, thus how many people need to go through
how many customs agents are on duty
if there's a problem with anyone that slows things down -
3 months ago I asked my team leader what the process was for applying for unpaid leave, since annual leave wouldn't cover what I needed. She got me to apply through the HR software we use, where it was approved and I paid for my airfares.
Spoilers for me feeling sorry for myself.Spoiler:
The 3 things that make me happy right now are my job helping people, the puppy I'm about to get and AT4. All 3 things are being threatened by various people and I feel like I just can't win.Neep, NZBG, Eileen!
Made with love and chocolate brownies by Spacegirlnz
Pooh-Bah/Ko-Ko FTW!Comment
-
-
Congratulations.Originally posted by lisinit View PostUnbelievably, I was able to get tickets to AT4
. As happy as I am, my son is even happier. He fell in love with Amanda (for his first crush he definitely chose well 
) in Chicago and can't wait to see her again. I'm also very excited to see her as well as attend a GABIT event - from all that I've read, I know it will be a wonderful time.
A question, though, for you experienced AT attendees. Are there usually activities planned on Friday? I'm looking at flight schedules and was wondering, if we arrive around 8 p.m., if we would miss many events. Thanks for any advice you can share.
Besides airline tickets, I guess I should start collecting stamps
and buying chocolate (a necessity for attendance, I'm assuming 
)
When Mumsey posted about the tickets I knew some folks would end up very happy. On the other hand, I can't help but feel sorry for those who had to back out. I'm sure they are very disappointed. Hugs to them.
I see SamJackShipLover answered your question.
As Sky said, it depends. My wait was only about 10 mins last time. I did find the signage in the airport an amusing read while waiting. Essentially it politely asked people not to assault the airport staff! At home that's kind of a given that we don't assualt them, we don't need to ask people to refrain from doing so.Originally posted by Chelle DB View Post
((Neep)) Although it has its drawbacks as well, I'm often glad I'm self-employed.Originally posted by NZNeep View Post
Thanks to Pengyn, SamJackShipLover and Mala for the sig.
Comment
-
Huge congrats! So cute your son has a crush on Amanda. Hehe! Can't wait to meet you both.Originally posted by lisinit View PostUnbelievably, I was able to get tickets to AT4 . As happy as I am, my son is even happier. He fell in love with Amanda (for his first crush he definitely chose well ) in Chicago and can't wait to see her again. I'm also very excited to see her as well as attend a GABIT event - from all that I've read, I know it will be a wonderful time.
A question, though, for you experienced AT attendees. Are there usually activities planned on Friday? I'm looking at flight schedules and was wondering, if we arrive around 8 p.m., if we would miss many events. Thanks for any advice you can share.
Besides airline tickets, I guess I should start collecting stamps and buying chocolate (a necessity for attendance, I'm assuming )
*Hugs Neep* that really sucks. *more hugs*Originally posted by NZNeep View Post
Julia(samcarterrules)sigpicThanks to Ambermoon for the wonderful Avatar
Sig by: MeComment
-
Um, wouldnt have a few cocktail tickets come available as well have you?Originally posted by SWMBOTGSG View Post
Last year for AT3 I dont remember customs being that big of a deal. I'm pretty sure I was out of the airport quickly. I spent more time than anything looking for that darn hopper bus. Directions always seem easy until your thrust in the middle of a teeming airport and trying to get your bearings.Originally posted by Skydiver View Post
In Vancouver though, I believe my flight followed or landed at the same time as planes coming from the Beijing Olympics. Vancouver has a large Asian population and they had brought home various items that customs were picking through very carefully. I just had the bad luck of timing with that one.
Chelle, I must agree with Sky here. It totally depends when your flight lands and the amount of volume of people going through at the same time as you. Hopefully it won't be long, but always be prepared so your not upset if you get in a customs line that drags on for hours.
Neep! *hugs* I'll be crossing fingers and hoping things get smoothed out with your job.Originally posted by NZNeep View Post
Congrats on your tickets! When you first mentioned coming in on Friday, I almost shouted, "Jet lag!". That is until I saw you were from Italy. No major time zone worries for you I think lolz. Coming in on Friday should be fine.Originally posted by lisinit View PostUnbelievably, I was able to get tickets to AT4 . As happy as I am, my son is even happier. He fell in love with Amanda (for his first crush he definitely chose well ) in Chicago and can't wait to see her again. I'm also very excited to see her as well as attend a GABIT event - from all that I've read, I know it will be a wonderful time.
A question, though, for you experienced AT attendees. Are there usually activities planned on Friday? I'm looking at flight schedules and was wondering, if we arrive around 8 p.m., if we would miss many events. Thanks for any advice you can share.
Besides airline tickets, I guess I should start collecting stamps and buying chocolate (a necessity for attendance, I'm assuming )
Comment
-
my mom was on a flight from india once, and yeah, customs was checking the ethnic Indians very carefully, while she, as someone obviously older and ethnically caucasian, was pulled aside, checked out and released.
Fair or not, ANY obviously ethnic or immigrant group is checked closer when they're coming from a 'country of their origin'.
Basically, i think the mindset is 'this person of asian/indian descent just came from their home turf, and we know that the customs folks over there are more lenient with their own people, so we need to be more vigilant'
of course, in the case of India, i know there is also a 'bringing stuff from home' issue. One of the folks that we know, seems to take great pride in bringing stuff to and from india, and doesn't seem to be too respectful about customs and what you can/can't bringComment
-
Nice try!Originally posted by Celandine View PostUm, wouldnt have a few cocktail tickets come available as well have you?
MumseyFor details of AT10 go to http://www.gabitevents.co.ukComment
-
Very true! You should have seen the amount of confiscated 'food stuffs' that customs had collected from these people in Vancouver! There was enough noodles and even fresh vegetables lining the walls to host the opening of a new restaurant!Originally posted by Skydiver View Post
Drat!Originally posted by SWMBOTGSG View Post
Comment
-
Thanks guys. I'm feeling a bit better today. My very perceptive granddad got me out of bed and got some food into me by taking me out for lunch.
Monday was an awful day... I had a scary asthma attack, sat a test at uni and then had to go straight into work for that meeting with HR. Well the tests were marked extremely quickly and I just found out I got the highest mark in the class! 100 nursing students and the one who forgot to study and had an asthma attack came out on top. Heh.
So yeah, wee bit happier.Neep, NZBG, Eileen!
Made with love and chocolate brownies by Spacegirlnz
Pooh-Bah/Ko-Ko FTW!Comment
-
65 DAYS to go until AT4!!!!!
323
Days to go until The Sanctuary Experience!!!!!!!
330
Days to go until Meet the Man!!!!!!!!!!!Comment
-
40 days til I take off on a jet plane...not breaking out a sweat yet. I have the Micheal Shanks event to get through first, then Armageddon then I'll start sweating about the trip!Originally posted by SEREN LWCH (MAL) View Post
Time sure is flying!!!!
Best thing for me right now is the anticipation on meeting everyone...can't wait!
"Live Peace - Speak Kindness - Dwell in Possibility"
Hug Your Loved Ones!!
~Amanda TappingComment
-
64 DAYS to go until AT4!!!!!
322
Days to go until The Sanctuary Experience!!!!!!!
329
Days to go until Meet the Man!!!!!!!!!!!Comment
-
Wow! Sounds like your going to have a very busy 40 days up till you leave! Shanks and Armageddon?? Very cool! Have fun with it all!Originally posted by Chelle DB View Post40 days til I take off on a jet plane...not breaking out a sweat yet. I have the Micheal Shanks event to get through first, then Armageddon then I'll start sweating about the trip!
Time sure is flying!!!!
Best thing for me right now is the anticipation on meeting everyone...can't wait!
Comment
-
Starting to Bite my Nails now . Flight's and transfers not booked ,, Hotel not booked ,, Chair at the end of the Bar with Irish Examiner not booked ,, Aahhhh .. I'm kind of a last minute kind of Guy .. " * Yayyy ! ! * " Pints Are Booked by Shirt & Tie .. That's one thing off my List ......
N Zeep ((( I am Sure things will work out for you in the End ... One thing is for sure , You have my Support . If needs be , I'll buy you a couple of Beers or 7up's ..
Mal ((( I am Loving these regular up-dates . I am glad your back on the Count Down . Love your colours more . . Keep it up . .
Samcarterrules ((( Great comment *( So cute your son has a crush on Amanda. Hehe! )* Who dosn't have a Crush on Amanda ... I can't wait to meet Her . Amanda and I Share the same Birth Date . Different Year . Drat ..
I Need A Hug Toooo !!!
Wishing every one here the Best . .
Be Good and Try to post the Blue Powder to your Hotel rooms if possiable ..
Padraig ...CRAZY IRISH GUY :
Puddle Jumper Pilot- Sheppard - Asmir
Scientist - McKay - Shirt n' Tie
Scientist - Zalenka- Bar
Cook and able body - Ronon - Master Bray Tack .Crazy Irish Guy Was Here .
Spoiler:Comment
Comment