What Meals Are Included With Registration?

[DebbieJ]

I use my messenger bag to take my laptop and host pkts to shows.

 

[mommyhugz1978]

my laptop is too big for my messenger bag I have a 17 inch monitor .... but I use it for a brief case for my shows .....or fairs.....

 

[Cassie1037]

Quick sidestep..I was considering only taking a carry-on for luggage, is this do-able? I know I can pack pretty light as far as clothes go, but I will also be bringing a small tote for my laptop & paperwork. Will there be enough room for the items I will need to bring back? Any advice/help from you veterans?

 

[DebbieJ]

It depends how much you buy. Merrill will be there with Cash and Carry. PC will also be selling some new paperwork (I usually buy mini catalogs).

HOWEVER, if you purchase a Surprise Box, you can open it up and then stuff all that stuff back in the box and ship it home right from McCormick Pl.

 

[mommyhugz1978]

It also depends how much spend for souvenirs as well..... I am bring a med. size suit case a one carry one, ( I am not sure if I am bringing my laptop or not). make sure you weight your suit case before you leave... I paid a total of $100.00 in overage fees last year.. not this year!!! LOL

 

[pcchris]

Not me, as this will be my first conference. I do have a question, however. Do they count this bag as something we earn for free, so it'll be on our 1099 at the end of the year, or is this a GENUINE FREEBIE??!?!? Just was wondering about that...this one is a cool bag! My SWD showed us the one from last year, and it was kinda icky (not quite my taste). Maybe it was fromthe year before...all I know is that it wasn't something I would ever carry.
I'll carry this one though!

 

[mommyhugz1978]

This is a genuine freebie!!! It is to carry all of your paper work in at conference and in hopes that you will use it once you get home from conference you will use it to attack business.

 

[heat123]

WOW... that is nice looking!!!! I am really getting excited about going... do you think it is too soon to start packing??? LOL ... I think my DH would look at me funny hehehe

Are you kidding, I was packed like a month ago already! LOL, I have pulled some clothes out to wear though since then with this warmer weather we are having!

 

[heat123]

uuuu, love the bag we get!

 

[mommyhugz1978]

Are you kidding, I was packed like a month ago already! LOL, I have pulled some clothes out to wear though since then with this warmer weather we are having!

How many sets of clothes are you brining LOL... I think my DH would get a little upset at me if I packed just yet..... though he did say he would take me shopping next weekend.....

 

[ChefLisa]

Not me, as this will be my first conference. I do have a question, however. Do they count this bag as something we earn for free, so it'll be on our 1099 at the end of the year, or is this a GENUINE FREEBIE??!?!? Just was wondering about that...this one is a cool bag! My SWD showed us the one from last year, and it was kinda icky (not quite my taste). Maybe it was fromthe year before...all I know is that it wasn't something I would ever carry.
I'll carry this one though!

I look at it as we paid for it when we paid for conference. The cost of the conference pays for the classes, food and any goodies we get.

 

[heat123]

How many sets of clothes are you brining LOL... I think my DH would get a little upset at me if I packed just yet..... though he did say he would take me shopping next weekend.....

So far I have 4 outfits for the day and 1 summer dress for our banquet and 3 pairs of shoes and only planned to take 1 roll on but maybe a carry on bag with the food snacks in it?

 

[dwyerkim]

Those of you taking laptops, mind if I ask what for? I really hadn't thought about bringing mine... I hate carrying stuff in airports and tend to check everything. But if I hear some compelling reasons to bring my laptop I could be persuaded to...

 

[heat123]

Those of you taking laptops, mind if I ask what for? I really hadn't thought about bringing mine... I hate carrying stuff in airports and tend to check everything. But if I hear some compelling reasons to bring my laptop I could be persuaded to...

Me too! Although it's easier to type than take notes but it's an extra thing I 'd have to carry on ... ughh!

 

[ShanaSmith]

Just FYI to those of you that are going for the first time, or if you don't fly much. Remember the liquids rule when you are packing. Most people, especially woman can't get away with just a carry on any more. You have to have all of your liquids in 1 small zip loc bag. That includes cosmetics, hair products, toothpaste, everything! I used to always pack those in my carry on, but it is so much easier to check them now.

 

[Tara1021]

I love that idea of the drink mixes. I'll have to remember that when it comes time to shop for food!

I just bought a big box of CL lemonade at costco for like 9 bucks or so. There's 50 packets in it, 5 boxes w/10 in each box. I'm gonna take some to conference to mix in water. I HATE to pay 3 bucks for a diet coke!!! :0)

 

[Shawnna]

I use my messenger bag from year before last to keep catalogs in my car. I have another bag that I bought from another consultant last year that I take my show stuff in.

My director friend and I usually only take a carry on bag because it takes so long to get your luggage when you get there. It is easy to pack only a carry on if you decide what you want to wear, take an extra outfit just in case, and leave all the "I could wear this" outfits at home. The last time I went to conference I went by myself and I checked my luggage. I had a non stop flight, but on the way home there were plane problems...long story...and we had to be put on other flights. I ended up flying into Dallas and then on to Tulsa...arriving about 6 hours later than scheduled. When I arrived in Tulsa my luggage was lost. It somehow was put on a different plane and arrived an hour later.

I believe you can carry on 1 piece of luggage that is a certain size, your purse and one other bag...like a tote or laptop bag.

Also, for first time flyers...aerosol cans have to be small or they will make you throw them away. So, if you use canned hairspray or starch make sure it is a small can.

 

[chefann]

I love the bling that goes with the bag! Wow!Getting excited.....

 

[nicki25]

I love the bling that goes with the bag! Wow!

Getting excited.....

I Love the Bag!! I love purses and bags and am very excited to get another bag from conference. Can't wait to go!!!!

 

[heat123]

Just curious, do we get it on th 1st or last day of confrence?

 

[raebates]

Yep. You'll get it when you register. I'm getting really excited!

 

[chefann]

The bag is so that we have someplace to stash a notebook, snacks, brochures, etc. It's the unofficial "uniform" for consultants around McCormick Center.

 

[janetupnorth]

So, where was the picture of this???? I'm curious...

...and Heather, I can't believe you! I'll be packing myself and the kids the night before at about 9 p.m.! That's the way trips seem to go for us (mainly due to the fact that we've worn the clothes all week and need to wash them!)

 

[chefann]

Someone posted a Word document that looks like the pic was in a note sent to first-time attendees/new consultants.

 

[AJPratt]

So we can see it before we get it?

 

[chefann]

The doc is in this thread. Post 52. Linda Posted it.The bag is white and looks like it has a bunch of pockets on it. And there's a bag charm that clips to it with little dangles.

 

[pamperedlinda]

Hey Ann....are ya color-blind girlfriend? It's a black bag....LOL

 

[rebeccastt]

Hey Ann....are ya color-blind girlfriend? It's a black bag....LOL

I had to go back and check after that comment! I thought...Am I going crazy?

 

[pamperedlinda]

I had to go back and check after that comment! I thought...Am I going crazy?

me too........

 

[chefann]

When I opened it, it came up white. Weird.I was wondering if white was a good choice. Black is much better.