Re: Suggestions for those attending NANOG 88 in Seattle

2023-03-30 Thread Justin H.
That's good to know.  I was thinking of parking at the Westin since it's a familiar garage for me. Eric Kuhnke wrote: One observation on that, for those who find themselves in the area of the Westin Building for ISP/telecom related work: The Amazon HQ underground parking on 6th ave, with

Re: Suggestions for those attending NANOG 88 in Seattle

2023-03-29 Thread William Herrin
Two more things: Seattle is -very- dog friendly. You'll encounter our generally well-behaved canine companions on the street, in stores and possibly even in the hotel and event venues. Pack your allergy medication if you need it. Summer is good weather time in Seattle. Expect sunshine, mild to

Re: Suggestions for those attending NANOG 88 in Seattle

2023-03-29 Thread Dave Taht
I also highly recommend the rock n roll museum: https://www.mopop.org/ On Wed, Mar 29, 2023 at 5:35 AM Herb L wrote: > > A nifty thing to go check out is the Fremont Troll. > https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fremont_Troll > > /herb > > On Tue, Mar 28, 2023 at 12:11 PM William Herrin wrote: >>

Re: Suggestions for those attending NANOG 88 in Seattle

2023-03-29 Thread Herb L
A nifty thing to go check out is the Fremont Troll. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fremont_Troll /herb On Tue, Mar 28, 2023 at 12:11 PM William Herrin wrote: > Some entertainment tips for those of you who plan to attend NANOG 88 in > Seattle: > > 1. The Connections Museum is a must-see for

Re: Suggestions for those attending NANOG 88 in Seattle

2023-03-28 Thread Eric Kuhnke
One observation on that, for those who find themselves in the area of the Westin Building for ISP/telecom related work: The Amazon HQ underground parking on 6th ave, with entrance literally across the street from the Westin Building, is available for the public to use. Entrance is on 6th ave

Re: Suggestions for those attending NANOG 88 in Seattle

2023-03-28 Thread William Herrin
Also, beware that downtown Seattle parking spaces are super-tight. If you rent a car, get a compact. Really. Regards, Bill Herrin On Tue, Mar 28, 2023 at 12:10 PM William Herrin wrote: > > Some entertainment tips for those of you who plan to attend NANOG 88 in > Seattle: > > 1. The Connections

Suggestions for those attending NANOG 88 in Seattle

2023-03-28 Thread William Herrin
Some entertainment tips for those of you who plan to attend NANOG 88 in Seattle: 1. The Connections Museum is a must-see for telecom enthusiasts (which I assume you are since you're attending a NANOG meeting). Six different phone switches (some electromechanical) and a boatload of other stuff