The conference is less than three weeks away and we want to give you a heads up on some of the things that have been happening.
VISA: The United States doesn't like a lot of people coming in unannounced. Please check here to see if you need a visa. Contact info@ploneconf.org if you have any questions or need help. More information for international travelers can be found here.
HOSTEL: Our group booking is completely sold out. You can make personal reservations at one of two hostels that are very close at http://www.sanfranhostel.com/ and http://sfhostels.com/rates/ (the downtown one). Word on the grapevine is that hotels are going fast as well. If you don't have a place to stay yet, get one ASAP.
SPEAKERS: You should be done with your initial slides! Now is the time to panic if not!
ATTENDEES: If you are planning to attend but haven't bought a ticket, please do so ASAP. We are ordering swag this week and if you don't want to be stuck in an XXXL t-shirt, we need your sizes.
WEATHER: Weather in SF can be picky. If you have been watching the weather lately, you will note it has been fantastic shorts and t-shirt weather. We hope this will last but she can be a frugal maiden. Prepare to dress in layers. Don't forget to bring a warm windproof coat. It won't get too cold, but cutting the chill can make you 500% warmer.
OUT AND ABOUT: We have plenty of things scheduled for night time conference @rikbelew was kind enough to put together a lost of local bars and music shindigs happening at the same time. Check out the local happenings page for more information.
CELL PHONE STUFF: The US is weird. You must have a quad band phone to get a SIM card and you can't walk into every 7-11 and expect to find one. It can be done, just don't plan on having it right away. Print out anything you will need immediately off the plan and plan on a day or two to get settled.
BEFORE YOU GO: Read everything in our location section and ask any questions at info@ploneconf.org or in #ploneconf. Common questions will be put up as they come along.
TICKETS: We still have plenty.
PANTS: Don't forget pants.
Ping us with questions about anything at info@ploneconf.org.