Does Anyone Have Money-Saving Tips To Share? - Ballpark Chasers2024-03-29T05:48:18Zhttps://www.ballparkchasers.com/forum/topics/does-anyone-have-moneysaving?commentId=1681163%3AComment%3A57187&feed=yes&xn_auth=noAh...the old "if your friends…tag:www.ballparkchasers.com,2011-04-02:1681163:Comment:570782011-04-02T11:41:25.196ZKurt Smithhttps://www.ballparkchasers.com/profile/KurtSmith
Ah...the old "if your friends jumped off the roof..."!<br />
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Thanks for sharing that...that is a good point, that if you see signs, believe them. I may say something about that in a blog post.<br />
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I contacted the Park (it's actually a golf club) and asked them about event parking, and they informed me that indeed people will be towed. I may place a small warning about that in the guide.<br />
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Thanks for sharing that, I'm sure people will learn from it!<br />
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Ah...the old "if your friends jumped off the roof..."!<br />
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Thanks for sharing that...that is a good point, that if you see signs, believe them. I may say something about that in a blog post.<br />
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I contacted the Park (it's actually a golf club) and asked them about event parking, and they informed me that indeed people will be towed. I may place a small warning about that in the guide.<br />
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Thanks for sharing that, I'm sure people will learn from it!<br />
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K Hi Kurt,
As far as my experi…tag:www.ballparkchasers.com,2011-04-02:1681163:Comment:571872011-04-02T11:31:47.413ZDiane (10)https://www.ballparkchasers.com/profile/Diane8
Hi Kurt,<br />
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As far as my experience goes, your tip is good for people who follow it exactly.<br />
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I parked along Packer Ave. There were signs that said no parking after 9, but I listened to my friends and followed the crowd. (I think my mom warned me about doing that...) I just wanted people to know that some of the people they see parking will end up with tickets. I've also heard about people getting towed from JFK park, but that's second hand information.
Hi Kurt,<br />
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As far as my experience goes, your tip is good for people who follow it exactly.<br />
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I parked along Packer Ave. There were signs that said no parking after 9, but I listened to my friends and followed the crowd. (I think my mom warned me about doing that...) I just wanted people to know that some of the people they see parking will end up with tickets. I've also heard about people getting towed from JFK park, but that's second hand information. Diane - excellent, fantastic…tag:www.ballparkchasers.com,2011-04-02:1681163:Comment:571862011-04-02T09:57:55.212ZKurt Smithhttps://www.ballparkchasers.com/profile/KurtSmith
Diane - excellent, fantastic tips. Not all ballparks allow you to bring in your own food; the Marlins, who play in probably the most miserable climate in baseball in the summer, only allow one bottle of water. But yes, most of them do. Unless you enjoy catching a bag of peanuts from the guy with deadly accurate aim at Fenway, there's no sense buying peanuts at the ballpark.<br></br>
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One caveat about the Designated Driver bit--the lines get very long in some ballparks for it, so you need to…
Diane - excellent, fantastic tips. Not all ballparks allow you to bring in your own food; the Marlins, who play in probably the most miserable climate in baseball in the summer, only allow one bottle of water. But yes, most of them do. Unless you enjoy catching a bag of peanuts from the guy with deadly accurate aim at Fenway, there's no sense buying peanuts at the ballpark.<br/>
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One caveat about the Designated Driver bit--the lines get very long in some ballparks for it, so you need to get there early. I remember not bothering to wait at Camden Yards because it was so long.<br/>
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May I ask where you parked in Philly? I am familiar with the area and I know there are definitely some places where you will get a ticket, but I want to make sure that my tip in the E-Guide is valid. The last thing I need is for someone to get a ticket taking my advice...that would be very bad publicity!<br />
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Thanks for replying Diane! The designated driver program…tag:www.ballparkchasers.com,2011-04-02:1681163:Comment:568352011-04-02T03:14:02.995ZDiane (10)https://www.ballparkchasers.com/profile/Diane8
<p>The designated driver program is an option at every stadium where I've known to look for it. If you pledge that you aren't drinking and driving that day, you get a coupon for a free soda.</p>
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<p>Also, different stadiums have different policies on carrying in food. The policies can often be found on-line. Bringing in your own bottle of water and hoagie (sub, hero, etc) can save quite a bit if you're going to get hungry during the game.</p>
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<p>The designated driver program is an option at every stadium where I've known to look for it. If you pledge that you aren't drinking and driving that day, you get a coupon for a free soda.</p>
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<p>Also, different stadiums have different policies on carrying in food. The policies can often be found on-line. Bringing in your own bottle of water and hoagie (sub, hero, etc) can save quite a bit if you're going to get hungry during the game.</p>
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<p>I've learned that unless I can afford great seats, I get the cheapest seats. I'm kind of jittery and don't really like to sit that much, so I usually wander around the stadium and watch from different places, often with great views. Some stadiums even have picnic type areas where you can grab a seat. Cleveland has a little table area along the end of the first base line that was pretty nice.</p>
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<p>Please be careful trying to find free parking at Citizen's Bank Park. I've parked for free before, but I learned my lesson with a $51 ticket during an exposition game this week. Philadelphia Parking Authority is no joke.</p> Actually no, I didn't know ab…tag:www.ballparkchasers.com,2011-02-09:1681163:Comment:537402011-02-09T19:35:31.191ZKurt Smithhttps://www.ballparkchasers.com/profile/KurtSmith
Actually no, I didn't know about that...thanks Chuck, and thanks for the permission to use the book! By all means please let me know when it is available.
Actually no, I didn't know about that...thanks Chuck, and thanks for the permission to use the book! By all means please let me know when it is available. Incidentally Aron, since you…tag:www.ballparkchasers.com,2011-02-09:1681163:Comment:532182011-02-09T19:34:24.224ZKurt Smithhttps://www.ballparkchasers.com/profile/KurtSmith
<p>Incidentally Aron, since you brought up eBay, they are included among the resellers that the "SeatGeek" site searches. I highly recommend SeatGeek--they not only let you know everything that is available through StubHub, eBay, TicketsNow, RazorGator etc., they also include the fees of the ticket in the cost so there are no fee surprises. I really, really hate those extra fees they tack on after you commit to buying the ticket.</p>
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<p>Incidentally Aron, since you brought up eBay, they are included among the resellers that the "SeatGeek" site searches. I highly recommend SeatGeek--they not only let you know everything that is available through StubHub, eBay, TicketsNow, RazorGator etc., they also include the fees of the ticket in the cost so there are no fee surprises. I really, really hate those extra fees they tack on after you commit to buying the ticket.</p>
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<p><a href="http://www.seatgeek.com">www.seatgeek.com</a> (or if you don't mind, you can help my site out, since I have them as an affiliate - check the order/view sample pages at <a href="http://www.BallparkEGuides.com">www.BallparkEGuides.com</a>)</p> Hi Kurt,
Once the novel is…tag:www.ballparkchasers.com,2011-02-09:1681163:Comment:536072011-02-09T16:40:01.974ZChuck Booth (35) ALL 30/23 DAYS!https://www.ballparkchasers.com/profile/ChuckBooth
<p>Hi Kurt,</p>
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<p>Once the novel is out please feel free to use any of the saver tips that you find in there. I will give you two here. For anyone that is on a road trip from one city to another-and are hoping to fly out of another city instead of one they flew in on. (Like flying into Boston and flying out of New York) is the 24 hour airport rule. You can save that dreaded one way drop off fee if you return to another airport within 24 hours of renting--you will pay 15-20% higher…</p>
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<p>Once the novel is out please feel free to use any of the saver tips that you find in there. I will give you two here. For anyone that is on a road trip from one city to another-and are hoping to fly out of another city instead of one they flew in on. (Like flying into Boston and flying out of New York) is the 24 hour airport rule. You can save that dreaded one way drop off fee if you return to another airport within 24 hours of renting--you will pay 15-20% higher but save enormous fees that drop off. i picked up a rental car in Los Angeles and dropped it off in Albuquerque--Since it was within 24 hours I only paid 35 dollars above what the normal daily rate was instead of $300 one way rental.</p>
<p>Also for New York City(to and from airport). You probably already now this but there are a lot of sedan service one way trip for $49 fees that you can put up to 5 people in. I am not sure they save that much cash but it beats paying for rental cars, gas, insurance and parking-especially from. Best quotes are <a href="http://www.limoquote.com" target="_blank">www.limoquote.com</a></p>
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<p>Chuck</p> I have been using eBay for ab…tag:www.ballparkchasers.com,2011-02-09:1681163:Comment:533072011-02-09T14:30:56.167ZAron Leceahttps://www.ballparkchasers.com/profile/AronLecea
I have been using eBay for about 7 years,but along with everything else there is good/bad,but I have only had good experiences,always be sure to check seller feedback on previous sales,and I only buy from sellers that use paypal that way you are protected in case any misfortune.I have purchased tickets this way over 25 times without any issues.
I have been using eBay for about 7 years,but along with everything else there is good/bad,but I have only had good experiences,always be sure to check seller feedback on previous sales,and I only buy from sellers that use paypal that way you are protected in case any misfortune.I have purchased tickets this way over 25 times without any issues. I have always been curious ab…tag:www.ballparkchasers.com,2011-02-09:1681163:Comment:533062011-02-09T05:08:00.456ZCraig (17)https://www.ballparkchasers.com/profile/craig
I have always been curious about eBay for tickets. I hear there are a lot of ticket scams. Do you only buy from big dealers with a lot of high rankings?
I have always been curious about eBay for tickets. I hear there are a lot of ticket scams. Do you only buy from big dealers with a lot of high rankings? I hope will help somebody, bu…tag:www.ballparkchasers.com,2011-02-08:1681163:Comment:536022011-02-08T17:22:55.847ZAron Leceahttps://www.ballparkchasers.com/profile/AronLecea
I hope will help somebody, but big money saver tip is for all my trips I buy all my tickets on eBay ,there are always good tIckets at a good price. My last trip to Cleveland got a pair of tix for $35.
I hope will help somebody, but big money saver tip is for all my trips I buy all my tickets on eBay ,there are always good tIckets at a good price. My last trip to Cleveland got a pair of tix for $35.