OK, I need to get as accurate a head count as possible for the catering.

Please vote accordingly after you have made arrangements to attend.

This will be a very special event, and it is my pleasure to invite all of you whom I chat with daily.

There are even some coming from overseas! Most Impressive.

See you soon, Ivan

Am I the only one coming :para:

My wife and I are coming. Shawna is quite excited about the prospect of hearing your system. So am I, but that's a given.

Oh ,that kind of "head" count.::smoke:

You forgot the "I would crawl through barbed wire to attend but unfortunately my wife has got my nuts in a vice.....:tears::tears::tears:" option :thumbsdn:

howie

My wife and I are definitely going to be there. We've got hotel reservations at the Coral Springs Courtyard by Marriott. Really looking forward to it. Thanks again.:yes:

You forgot the "I would crawl through barbed wire to attend but unfortunately my wife has got my nuts in a vice.....:tears::tears::tears:" option :thumbsdn:

howie


The handle is in the front! :D

You forgot the "I would crawl through barbed wire to attend but unfortunately my wife has got my nuts in a vice.....:tears::tears::tears:" option :thumbsdn:

howie

The bending of the grado by the father in law didn't relax the vice? :tears:

You know I'll be there. Once you get the head count and list of names finalized let's talk so I can get the list and arrange for the name tags. I also suggest we have a toast to all AKers who could not attend. OK, maybe more than one toast!

For sure, we will all get together Friday night & have a drink or two. :thmbsp:

Bump, till we stick ;)

My wife and I are definitely going to be there. We've got hotel reservations at the Coral Springs Courtyard by Marriott. Really looking forward to it. Thanks again.:yes:

Ivan, I forgot, where is my hotel reservation again? :dunno: If I get drunk can I get the guest suite or a ride home in the GT2? Not because I am intoxicated won't I know the Navigator :D

If I get drunk can I get

Get to leave :yes:

I will be arriving at the hotel Friday.

Just me - my wife was thinking of coming but staying at the hotel, but she bailed out.

Sorry I can't ,I would love to ,hay play frankie(old blue eyes for me ,ok):music:Harry

Man, it's like 10 degrees out here, and a trip to FL to meet Ivan and the rest of the southern contingent would be cool...

...but ya'all are too damn far! Have fun, and take pics. :yes:

OK, I need to get as accurate a head count as possible for the catering.

Please vote accordingly after you have made arrangements to attend.

This will be a very special event, and it is my pleasure to invite all of you whom I chat with daily.

There are even some coming from overseas! Most Impressive.

See you soon, Ivan

It looks like the other threads with the phone number to the hotel have now gone by the wayside. Since this is now our sticky could somebody please repost the hotel phone number? Thanks,

Sal

Courtyard Fort Lauderdale Coral Springs
620 N. University Drive
Coral Springs, Florida 33071
USA
Phone: 1-954-227-1300
Fax: 1-954-227-1500

Folks,
I also got this recommendation and Ivan verified it's only 5 minutes from his house. He also said it's very nice. Looking forward to a great time with you all! See you at the center of the universe convergence point for Italian sports cars and McIntosh audio equipment! Something tells me the drive back to Tampa after the event will seem a lot longer than the drive over to attend.

Marriot
11775 Heron Bay Blvd
Coral Springs
954-753-5598

The Coral Springs Marriott on Heron Bay Blvd is about 3 miles from Ivan's, and the Courtyard Fort Lauderdale Coral Springs on N. University is about 6 miles. The Coral Springs Marriott looks nicer based on the info on the Marriott website. http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/fllmc-coral-springs-marriott-hotel-golf-club-and-convention-center/

In fact, it looks good enough that I just changed our reservations to the Coral Springs Marriott.:D

Count me in Ivan. I can't wait; however, my wallet is threatening to boycott. My wallet feels this board is a bad influence...

The Coral Springs Marriott on Heron Bay Blvd is about 3 miles from Ivan's, and the Courtyard Fort Lauderdale Coral Springs on N. University is about 6 miles. The Coral Springs Marriott looks nicer based on the info on the Marriott website. http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/fllmc-coral-springs-marriott-hotel-golf-club-and-convention-center/

In fact, it looks good enough that I just changed our reservations to the Coral Springs Marriott.:D


Wise, move, they are night & day different!

Besides, they have a huge lounge! :yes:

Count me in Ivan. I can't wait


Excellent! looking forward to a great time, with some great people! :thmbsp:

Besides, they have a huge lounge! :yes:

Now we're talking.:yes:

Wifey and Moi, will be attending.

I booked the Marriott too.

Wifey and Moi, will be attending.


I have your Cigar waiting! :yes:

It sounds like an awfully good time but unfortunately I'll not be able to attend.

-Gregory

Ivan,

I may have missed it, but is there a final date when i have to confirm?

I'd love to attend and visit Florida but i have something that clashes. not impossible to sort, but i need a little time. what's the leeway on this for final confirmation?

James

Ivan,

I may have missed it, but is there a final date when i have to confirm?

I'd love to attend and visit Florida but i have something that clashes. not impossible to sort, but i need a little time. what's the leeway on this for final confirmation?

James


I will say by March 1st, I need to give the Caterer a final head count. I am estimating 50-75 people, but would like it to be as accurate as possible. There are 18 other people confirmed that are not on AK (Company Execs, My Mac Dealer, and a few special guests)

Good Luck working out your schedule, this will be alot of fun for all who can make it!

Thanks, Ivan

I have your Cigar waiting! :yes:

Can I pull a "Max Cady" in the back of your theater room? :smoke:

Can I pull a "Max Cady" in the back of your theater room? :smoke:

Uh,... I don't think so.

I booked the Marriott too.

Ivan, you should get the Marriott to cater for free for chucking so much business their way! :yes:

Ivan, you should get the Marriott to cater for free for chucking so much business their way! :yes:


It doesn't work that way down here in South Florida "your lucky to get a room"

No Kidding! :no:

Would love to be there but, there is a "higher calling" this time of year, that surpasses even the Sirens Song known as McIntosh and that is the God of snow and all things skiing!!!

How far are you from Naples?

I think I'll be down there in april to visit my parents. I could bring a few Aurora Preferidos Robusto's and some Eddie Cleanhead Vinson to spin on your new TT.

Would love to be there but, there is a "higher calling" this time of year, that surpasses even the Sirens Song known as McIntosh and that is the God of snow and all things skiing!!!

How far are you from Naples?

I think I'll be down there in april to visit my parents. I could bring a few Aurora Preferidos Robusto's and some Eddie Cleanhead Vinson to spin on your new TT.


2.5 hours from Naples

just googled Parkland, about 110 miles, maybe my wife will let me dissappear for a day. I'll have to see

Okay I am finalizing my plans and I want to be sure I am booking the right hotel and airport. I am guessing that Ft Lauterdale airport and the coral springs marriott hotel is this correct?

Thanks,
Dave

Okay I am finalizing my plans and I want to be sure I am booking the right hotel and airport. I am guessing that Ft Lauterdale airport and the coral springs marriott hotel is this correct?

Thanks,
Dave


yes, on both. :thmbsp:

Any cigar requests?

Any cigar requests?


Surprise me. :smoke:

Surprise me. :smoke:

Bet you haven't got one of these!

http://i165.photobucket.com/albums/u43/howiebrou/Lewinsky_Cigar_Box_500.jpg

Actually I used to have some cigars from the Phillippines known as the 'Lewinsky Special'. It had a nice picture of Monica on the band!

howie

I will be down for the big event. Any reason to head from the northeast to Florida is a good reason to me! And to listen to great McIntosh gear is even MORE of a reason. See everyone there!:banana:

Bet you haven't got one of these!

http://i165.photobucket.com/albums/u43/howiebrou/Lewinsky_Cigar_Box_500.jpg

Actually I used to have some cigars from the Phillippines known as the 'Lewinsky Special'. It had a nice picture of Monica on the band!

howie


:lmao:

Wow! This sounds like an amazing event. I would love to hear your system Ivan, just wish I were a little closer. If I were within a couple of hundred miles I would jump in the car in a heart beat to go.

Please count me in--as long as I'm back home. I'm due to rotate out of here ~May 18. :beerchug:

Please count me in--as long as I'm back home. I'm due to rotate out of here ~May 18. :beerchug:

Steve,

I am one American that thanks you for your dedicated service to our country! In my opinion there is no higher calling a person can do. I am in your debt. Thanks:thmbsp:

Bet you haven't got one of these!

http://i165.photobucket.com/albums/u43/howiebrou/Lewinsky_Cigar_Box_500.jpg

Actually I used to have some cigars from the Phillippines known as the 'Lewinsky Special'. It had a nice picture of Monica on the band!

howie

My God, the ad copy seems to be written by Jenna Jamison!

Steve,

I am one American that thanks you for your dedicated service to our country! In my opinion there is no higher calling a person can do. I am in your debt. Thanks:thmbsp:


Thank you sir for your kind words. And thank you Ivan in advance! I'm looking forward to Memorial Day very much! :music: --Steve

okay, I'm in.

Can't wait to meet all and put faces to the names. not too mention experiencing the dream system!

I'm coming over as part of a (deserved!) holiday to relax and experience a little of Florida entertainment and culture and i can't think of a better way to start it than at Masterlu's party.

See you all then
James

okay, I'm in.

Can't wait to meet all and put faces to the names. not too mention experiencing the dream system!

I'm coming over as part of a (deserved!) holiday to relax and experience a little of Florida entertainment and culture and i can't think of a better way to start it than at Masterlu's party.

See you all then
James


James,

Glad you can make it! You and all the other attandees are in for a real treat! :yes:

See you then! :thmbsp:

Ivan I am all confirmed. I will be arriving on friday. This is gonna be fun!!!!

Ivan I am all confirmed. I will be arriving on friday. This is gonna be fun!!!!

Big Time Fun, Dave! :thmbsp:

Ivan, did you say there would be suttle service on Saturday, May 24 between the Marriott and your home? How about the Marriott Courtyard?

Ivan, did you say there would be suttle service on Saturday, May 24 between the Marriott and your home? How about the Marriott Courtyard?


Actually neither, attendees will park across from my development & the shuttle will bring them in from there.

Tks, Ivan

Wow, I was plannning to attend (24 May--correct)?? However; that date is the Coca-Cola 600 in Charlotte & have obligations. If I make it down that way for other business later in the year, would it be possible to coordinate a stop by???

Wow, I was plannning to attend (24 May--correct)?? However; that date is the Coca-Cola 600 in Charlotte & have obligations. If I make it down that way for other business later in the year, would it be possible to coordinate a stop by???

You have a pm.

Ivan,

I just started my McIntosh journey six months ago with a MX-135 and MVP-861 (amp(s) coming next). I live in Orlando and will be in Plantation on Memorial Day weekend. Would you mind if I attend? I would love to see the ultimate McIntosh system and meet some of the AK folks (even though I dont know anyone very well).

Please let me know when you get a chance and I will "ink" it in my calendar.

Thanks for the consideration.

Carl :sadwave:

Ivan,

I just started my McIntosh journey six months ago with a MX-135 and MVP-861 (amp(s) coming next). I live in Orlando and will be in Plantation on Memorial Day weekend. Would you mind if I attend? I would love to see the ultimate McIntosh system and meet some of the AK folks (even though I dont know anyone very well).

Please let me know when you get a chance and I will "ink" it in my calendar.

Thanks for the consideration.

Carl :sadwave:


Hi Carl,

You are in my friend! :yes: I have yet to meet many of the AK'rs I speak to daily, but that will change real soon. Click a box above to indicate 1 or 2 attending. Plantation is just down the road.

Be warned, the Mac disease is in full bloom over here!

Ivan

Thanks so much. I am even more excited than this ---> :banana:

Carl

Hi
Ivan
I have decided to drive my car back the end of May ,so I can Attend your event . Also my girl friend is flying down that week, to drive back with me .Is is ok if we attend the big event
Thanks
The snow bird .
Jimmyc

Hi
Ivan
I have decided to drive my car back the end of May ,so I can Attend your event . Also my girl friend is flying down that week, to drive back with me .Is is ok if we attend the big event
Thanks
The snow bird .
Jimmyc

Glad to have you Jimmy, and guest!

BTW Everyone, the cut off date for RSVP will be March 15th.

Thanks
Ivan
Looking forward to it

To all who are attending:

Please forward your name & guest name (if applicable) to member "salm"

He is making up name tags for everyone, thank you Sal!

Besides the AK'rs here attending, there are Company VIP's & special guests. Total attendence will be around 100 people.

Ivan

Mate, if I was cashed up I would seriously have gotten my butt on a plane and made the trip from Australia. My first priority though is to get to the Mac factory through work.

Mate, if I was cashed up I would seriously have gotten my butt on a plane and made the trip from Australia. My first priority though is to get to the Mac factory through work.

I here ya, the Factory runs a close 2nd to my place. ;)

I here ya, the Factory runs a close 2nd to my place. ;)

Oh golly gosh and here I was thinking the factory was your place. Oh deary me.....;):D;)

OK friends, the registration to my event in May is over. More contact info to follow...

I've been delaying responding because I've been trying to figure some way that I could make it...but it just hasn't been looking like I'll be abe to. I see now Ivan's closed the registration...:tears:

I'll just have to be happy I did get to tour the plant last year :banana: (my third tour).

I'll be thinking of you all, I would love to be there!! :yes:

Best regards to all,

Peter

Likewise... my schedule just wouldn't gel. Have a marvelous time one and all!

Likewise... my schedule just wouldn't gel. Have a marvelous time one and all!

Thanks, we will raise our glass for those who couldn't make it. :beerchug:

As the Main Event draws closer, feel free to pm me for my address & phone number.

Please keep it off the Web & Bathroom Walls. ;)

Oops!! :naughty:

:lmao:I here ya, the Factory runs a close 2nd to my place. ;)

As the Main Event draws closer, feel free to pm me for my address & phone number.

Please keep it off the Web & Bathroom Walls. ;)

Ivan,

Too late.........saw your contact information scrawled on the men's room stall within Grand Central....:tears:....seems lot's of folks from 'all walks of life intend to 'make the scene'........hope no trefe is served:thmbsp::D

Oh well, it pays to advertise. :smoke:

Official Extravaganza Invitation

Official Extravaganza Invitation



Now that's class! Sounds like a great time will be had by all.:thmbsp: