# Calling all LA and San Deigo Dopers... **URL:** \ **Category:** Miscellaneous and Personal Stuff I Must Share\ **Created:** [June 19, 2002, 8:53pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/calling-all-la-and-san-deigo-dopers/114954 "2002-06-19T20:53:07Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![thinksnow](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/thinksnow/32/2849_2.png) [@thinksnow](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/thinksnow)\ **Post date:** [June 19, 2002, 8:53pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/calling-all-la-and-san-deigo-dopers/114954/1 "2002-06-19T20:53:07Z")
I’m flying out that way either this or next Friday, I have some business in Laguna Beach, and I was figuring “Hey, since I’m going all the way out there, I may as well see some folks, right?!” I’d be coming in Friday night, and here’s the thing, I haven’t decided on an airport (Orange County, LAX, or SanD) yet, but I’d likely be staying in LB (unless someone has a spare bed available somewhere) and leaving noon-ish on Sunday. I’m literally just popping in to decide whether or not to buy a car, then I’m free to hang out. If anyone is interested in meeting up (or putting me up- I cook, if that helps.) (kilt not included) ---
**Author:** ![Ruffian](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/r/71e660/32.png) [@Ruffian](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Ruffian)\ **Post date:** [June 19, 2002, 9:06pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/calling-all-la-and-san-deigo-dopers/114954/2 "2002-06-19T21:06:40Z")
> [@](#): > > (kilt not included) Pffffffft! Well, _forget it_ then! Actually, keep the DeathLlama and myself in mind. We wouldn’t mind bein’ around you and shit. ---
**Author:** ![Encinitas](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/e/ee7513/32.png) [@Encinitas](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Encinitas)\ **Post date:** [June 19, 2002, 9:42pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/calling-all-la-and-san-deigo-dopers/114954/3 "2002-06-19T21:42:21Z")
I regret I will not available this Friday & Saturday (June 21 & 22) unless you want to go to the International Gourd Festival[sup]TM[/sup] in De Luz, CA. However, the following weekend is free. I live in northern San Diego County. I have a spare bed but as I share the house with my mom I will have to check with her first [sigh]. And yes, I am 45 years old! ---
**Author:** ![scout1222](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/34f0e0/32.png) [@scout1222](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/scout1222)\ **Post date:** [June 19, 2002, 9:58pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/calling-all-la-and-san-deigo-dopers/114954/4 "2002-06-19T21:58:15Z")
You’re coming out to decide whether or not to buy a car. What kind of car is this that we only have here? Or is it some cool deal via the internet? I’m confuzzled. –scout, in “San Deigo” 🙂 ---
**Author:** ![seawitch](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/a587f6/32.png) [@seawitch](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/seawitch)\ **Post date:** [June 19, 2002, 11:00pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/calling-all-la-and-san-deigo-dopers/114954/5 "2002-06-19T23:00:46Z")
Mr. Seawitch and I are definitely up for it. No spare bed, but I can offer an airport ride if you choose John Wayne Airport. 🙂 ---
**Author:** ![thinksnow](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/thinksnow/32/2849_2.png) [@thinksnow](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/thinksnow)\ **Post date:** [June 19, 2002, 11:44pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/calling-all-la-and-san-deigo-dopers/114954/6 "2002-06-19T23:44:56Z")
> [@](#): > > \*\*scout1222 \*\* > What kind of car is this that we only have here? Old, rust-free cars. 😃 ---
**Author:** ![scout1222](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/34f0e0/32.png) [@scout1222](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/scout1222)\ **Post date:** [June 19, 2002, 11:46pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/calling-all-la-and-san-deigo-dopers/114954/7 "2002-06-19T23:46:11Z")
True. True. No snow and salt to rot out your ride. ---
**Author:** ![BraheSilver](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/ecccb3/32.png) [@BraheSilver](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/BraheSilver)\ **Post date:** [June 20, 2002, 12:16am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/calling-all-la-and-san-deigo-dopers/114954/8 "2002-06-20T00:16:40Z")
Yup. We’ve got to make our own corrosive environment substitutes. 😉 If you’re heading to the Cerritos Auto Square, I live near that area, though I wouldn’t be adverse to heading a little south for a mini-Fest. I’m afraid I couldn’t put you up (no room) though. BraheSilver - in La Palma ---
**Author:** ![thinksnow](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/thinksnow/32/2849_2.png) [@thinksnow](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/thinksnow)\ **Post date:** [June 20, 2002, 8:02pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/calling-all-la-and-san-deigo-dopers/114954/9 "2002-06-20T20:02:41Z")
I am booked to fly out next Friday, arriving at John Wayne airport around 7 and staying at the Holiday Inn, Laguna Hills (which I really hope is close-ish!) Odds are I’ll purchase the vehicle almost on the spot (this trip is really and truly a formality) so my day Saturday is going to be pretty free (and Friday night, for that matter.) I’m not planning on renting a car and I won’t yet have insurance on the new one, so if anyone is feeling particulary mobile, I’m wide open to any and all visitors. ---
**Author:** ![RadioWave](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/r/91b2a8/32.png) [@RadioWave](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/RadioWave)\ **Post date:** [June 21, 2002, 1:23am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/calling-all-la-and-san-deigo-dopers/114954/10 "2002-06-21T01:23:07Z")
Laguna Beach is an incredibly fun and beautiful place to stay but it’s kind of removed from anywhere else in Orange County. There’s only two roads into it and each takes between 30-60 minutes from the airport (depending on traffic). Still, if you’re not pressed for time, it’s one of the nicest spots on the planet. Check out the outside cafe at Laguna Beach village near the Holiday Inn for good, cheap food with an unbelievable view. Where’s the car located? Can you give us a hint at what type car it is? We all collectively promise not to buy it out from under you. ---
**Author:** ![musicguy](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/7ba0ec/32.png) [@musicguy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/musicguy)\ **Post date:** [June 21, 2002, 2:37am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/calling-all-la-and-san-deigo-dopers/114954/11 "2002-06-21T02:37:06Z")
> [@](#): > > \*Originally posted by RadioWave \* > \*\* Check out the outside cafe at Laguna Beach village near the Holiday Inn for good, cheap food with an unbelievable view. > > \*\* Just to clarify, The Holiday Inn that **Thinksnow** mentioned staying at is in Laguna Hills, not Laguna Beach. Big difference as LH is a bit of a drive to LB. ---
**Author:** ![thinksnow](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/thinksnow/32/2849_2.png) [@thinksnow](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/thinksnow)\ **Post date:** [June 21, 2002, 3:12pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/calling-all-la-and-san-deigo-dopers/114954/12 "2002-06-21T15:12:57Z")
> [@](#): > > \*\* musicguy \*\* > …Laguna Hills, not Laguna Beach. Big difference as LH is a bit of a drive to LB. I wondered about that. I’m just glad I didn’t book something in Laguna Beach, Florida! ---
**Author:** ![musicguy](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/7ba0ec/32.png) [@musicguy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/musicguy)\ **Post date:** [June 21, 2002, 4:26pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/calling-all-la-and-san-deigo-dopers/114954/13 "2002-06-21T16:26:51Z")
The nice thing is that the Holiday Inn in Laguna Hills is a pretty good central location. It has very close freeway access, allowing you get where you need to be in minimal time. If you have any favorite cuisines you want recommendations for, or need to know specific locations of services or sites in the area, let me know. I know the area quite well. You can either ask here or e-mail me. Hope you enjoy your trip, the weather is nice right now. ---
**Author:** ![Esprix](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/esprix/32/7899_2.png) [@Esprix](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Esprix)\ **Post date:** [June 21, 2002, 5:49pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/calling-all-la-and-san-deigo-dopers/114954/14 "2002-06-21T17:49:43Z")
Hrm. My schedule: 6/28 - Free 6/29 - Running a car wash here in San Diego 6/30 - Might be driving to Palm Springs for a party for the day Hrm. Esprix ---
**Author:** ![JavaMaven1](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/cab0a1/32.png) [@JavaMaven1](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/JavaMaven1)\ **Post date:** [June 21, 2002, 6:23pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/calling-all-la-and-san-deigo-dopers/114954/15 "2002-06-21T18:23:49Z")
Dagnabbit. I’m working both Friday & Saturday night (and Laguna Hills is a loooong drive from where I’m at). Guess **JustPlainBryan** and I have to miss out this time. Are you going to the Vegas Fest in October? ---
**Author:** ![scout1222](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/34f0e0/32.png) [@scout1222](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/scout1222)\ **Post date:** [June 21, 2002, 8:01pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/calling-all-la-and-san-deigo-dopers/114954/16 "2002-06-21T20:01:59Z")
Pssst, **Esprix** - where’s the car wash?? I’ve got a horribly dirty car… ---
**Author:** ![Esprix](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/esprix/32/7899_2.png) [@Esprix](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Esprix)\ **Post date:** [June 21, 2002, 9:47pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/calling-all-la-and-san-deigo-dopers/114954/17 "2002-06-21T21:47:42Z")
Ooo! **scout**! Come visit! It’s Saturday June 29 from 10:00 am until 4:00 pm at the (GLBT) Center on University Avenue in Hillcrest, right at Center Street (one block west of Park Avenue). Please come! 🙂 Esprix ---
**Author:** ![VDarlin](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/v/e56c9b/32.png) [@VDarlin](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/VDarlin)\ **Post date:** [June 22, 2002, 12:06am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/calling-all-la-and-san-deigo-dopers/114954/18 "2002-06-22T00:06:18Z")
Well, I’m currently on the east coast, and yesterday bowed out of a dopefest here, although I would love to meet up with some other dopers, from either coast. I was originally suppose to return home Sunday, but the Darlin baby is sick, and went to the doc today, and shouldn’t fly, so we had to lengthen out stay a bit, and won’t be returning home until Thursday. I’ll be getting the older Darlin’s on friday, so I’m pretty well tied up next weekend. Dag Nabbit! Maybe another time? (For SoCal and Charleston, as I’m sure to be returning here from time to time, as well) Oh, and Esprix - even though I’ll have all my chillin’s, I may just have to drive on down to the car wash on Saturday. Lord knows my car needs it, and the kids would probably have a blast(it’s so great how simple things are entertaining to younguns). Maybe I’ll see you there. I have seen your picture on here, so if I do make it, and spot you, I’ll give you a shout out! 🙂 ~V ---
**Author:** ![dreamer](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/d/6bbea6/32.png) [@dreamer](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/dreamer)\ **Post date:** [June 22, 2002, 12:42am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/calling-all-la-and-san-deigo-dopers/114954/19 "2002-06-22T00:42:07Z")
Hey I don’t have any plans next Friday night and I live like 5 minutes from the Holiday Inn in Laguna Hills. I wouldn’t mind meeting up with you and **Mr. and Mrs. Seawitch** (and possibly **musicguy** if we can talk him into it ) 😃 ---
**Author:** ![BraheSilver](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/ecccb3/32.png) [@BraheSilver](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/BraheSilver)\ **Post date:** [June 22, 2002, 3:30am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/calling-all-la-and-san-deigo-dopers/114954/20 "2002-06-22T03:30:07Z")
Well, I’ve no plans for that weekend. It’s about 45 minutes away for me (more like an hour, I tend to get lost easily) in good traffic - more like 2 hours on a Friday evening. That is, if I’m reading this map right. It’s the HI off of La Paz, yes? If you’re planning a little get-together for Saturday, you can almost assuredly count me in. Keep us posted! [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/calling-all-la-and-san-deigo-dopers/114954.md?page=2)