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WINTER OLYMPICS
Vancouver, BC, Canada
February 12-28, 2010
The following is a summary of everything we know (which ain't much). Please bear with the poor attempts at humor, 'cause the situation is fairly daunting for the average fan wanting to attend ST events, but we'll keep trying - if you have info that could help us, please post on the Olympic Winter Games thread at Boots & Blades, or Contact Us. We'd be very grateful!
Please bookmark the Olympic Winter Games thread at Boots & Blades - info will sometimes show up there just a tad quicker than here because the format is easier to work with (it doesn't have to be put into html code)...
MEDIA LINKS - TV COVERAGE, WEBCASTS (Including Sportresult.com), LIVE FAN CHAT, ETC.:
The TV schedule is not clear yet, but NBCOlympics.com shows the same schedule as the 'Short Track Shedule' posted below.
PARTICIPATING SKATERS:
The participating skaters will be those who qualify for the Olympic Team at the US Championships/Olympic Trials in Marquette, MI (Sept 8-12, 2009)
SHORT TRACK SCHEDULE AND TIME ZONE CONVERSIONS:
TIME ZONE: Vancouver is in the Pacific Time Zone
Feb. 13/Day 2 - 8pm-10:45pm Eastern; 5pm-7:45pm Pacific
Women's 500m qualifying
Women's 3000m relay qualifying
Men's 1500m (medal event)
Feb. 17/Day 6 - 8pm-10:15pm Eastern; 5pm-7:15pm Pacific
Men's 1000m qualifying
Men's 5000m relay qualifying
Women's 500m (medal event)
Feb. 20/Day 9 - 8:45pm-11:30pm Eastern; 5:45pm-8:30pm Pacific
Women's 1500m (medal event)
Men's 1000m (medal event)
Feb. 24/Day 13 - 8pm-9:45pm Eastern; 5pm-6:45pm Pacific
Women's 1000m qualifying
Men's 500m qualifying
Women's 3000m relay (medal event)
Feb. 26/Day 15 - 9pm-11:15pm Eastern; 6pm-8:15pm Pacific
Men's 500m (medal event)
Women's 1000m (medal event)
Men's 5000m relay (medal event)
VENUE INFO:
Pacific Coliseum (in Hastings Park); 100 North Renfrew; Vancouver
See Pacific Coliseum for more venue information.
Also, see PNE Venue Rentals for a cool virtual tour of the interior of the Coliseum. It takes a bit to load, but when it does, move your cursor around the picture - and prepare to get seasick...
TICKET INFO:
UPDATE: (Posted June 4) - as rumored, it appears that the Phase 2 Tickets are only available to Canadian citizens. Do you know a Canadian? If so, now's the time to 'reach out and touch someone'.
Phase 2 Ticket Sales:
(Unfortunately, it says that the majority of available tickets are for hockey prelims and curling *yawn*...)
Phase 2 Olympic tickets go on sale Saturday, June 6, 2009 at 10:00 am (Pacific Time). Tickets will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Save yourself time on June 6 by following these helpful hints:
Timesaving Tips
1. Your Vancouver 2010 ticketing account
Take a moment to register your Vancouver 2010 ticketing account before June 6 if you don't already have one. Register your ticketing account now( http://tickets.vancouver2010.com/ )
If you requested tickets in Phase 1 or bought Paralympic tickets, then you already have a ticketing account. Re-familiarize yourself by using your registered e-mail address and password to sign in to your account before June 6.
Sign in to your ticketing account now or create a new account by clicking HERE
2. Plan ahead — While tickets are available for all sport and ceremony sessions, the majority are for preliminary ice hockey and curling. Check out the Competition Schedule before June 6 and make a list of the sports and sessions that you want to see.
3. Simplify your search — After you sign in to your account on June 6 go to Search and select only the sports on your list. Then, look for the date and session you want and add it to your shopping cart!
4. Have your Visa ready — In recognition of the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games Visa sponsorship, we are proud to acknowledge Visa as the only payment card accepted. For additional information on payment see Payment FAQs.
The Vancouver 2010 Ticketing Call Centre
Special hours for Phase 2 (Pacific Time): Saturday, June 6, 10:00 am to 7:00 pm; Sunday, June 7, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Regular hours: Monday through Friday — 9:00 am to 7:00 pm; Saturday — 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Phone: 1-800-TICKETS (1-800-842-5387)
E-mail: customercare@tickets.vancouver2010.com
TDD/TTY: 604-629-7140 (for persons who are deaf or hard of hearing)
You might also want to keep an eye on CoSport.com. They are the official ticket sales outlet for US Citizens.
Ticket Prices: Click HERE.
LODGINGS:
USS TEAMS UP WITH LUDUS TOURS
This May 5 announcement from USS could provide a glimmer of hope for Olympics-bound fans. See Boots & Blades for the complete USS announcement.
OR... you can stay on a cruise ship! Yup, you can bed down in the lap of luxury on board the Norwegian Star...
Looking for a hotel in Vancouver, Canada? Our Deluxe floating resort hotel, the beautiful Norwegian Star offers you comfort, fun and flexibility. Eat when you want, play when you want and sleep when you want. With 13 restaurants, 8 lounges, the Barong Spa, fitness center and sensational nightly entertainment, we’re ready to meet your needs. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to attend the Vancouver Winter Games, while making this “semi-inclusive” resort your home away from home.
Choose one or more of our six package options that best suit your needs. Whatever you choose, you will not be disappointed. Every 2010 package includes; Vancouver accommodations onboard the ship, nightly award winning entertainment, NCL gourmet dining, full schedule of shipboard activities, 24 hour complimentary room service, all meals while onboard (extra charge for a la carte dining), and live satellite coverage during the Vancouver Olympic Games of your favorite events.
Hey, it's expensive, but it sounds reaaaallly cool, and you only live once! For more info, Click HERE.
If none of the above options work, and if you don't mind the cold, you can always pitch a tent somewhere... (and no, I'm not entirely kidding - some peeps ARE camping)
CAMERAS, CLOTHING AND OTHER 'PRACTICALITIES':
See Your Personal Game Plan for more info...
WHO'S GOING? / GROUP MEET UP PLANS:
There are no formal plans for a group get-together - if you want to find or meet up with others at the event, or let them know that you're going, we encourage you to chat about it or message each other on the Olympic Winter Games thread at Boots & Blades.
TRANSPORTATION TIPS (GROUND AND AIR):
Well, we can start with the reminder that all U.S. citizens visiting Canada must have a valid passport - get busy with those passport applications, peeps!
SIGHTSEEING:
More info to come, but unfortunately (or fortunately, depending on your outlook), you won't be able to do the 'Grouse Grind' at that time of the year...
WEATHER REPORTS:
COLD! (Sorry, 'too early for more than that!)
But here's a website that will give some interesting statistical weather info for the Vancouver area: WeatherBase.com
CARPOOLING/ROOM SHARING:
If you are interested in carpooling or room-sharing, see the Olympic Winter Games thread at Boots & Blades or Contact Us
LINKS TO WATCH FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Vancouver2010.com
NBCOlympics.com
Contact Us
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