2011 US conventions

[la_marquise]

I can't go to World Con this year (boo) due to a clash of dates. I shall be going to British Eastercon, of course, and I hope to go to Eurocon in Stockholm. Other than that, though... I'm in two minds about World Fantasy -- Parke Godwin is a big lure (I love his books with a passion) and, it being in San Diego, I'd get to see zaan (which would be wonderful). But on the other hand, it's not the best time of year for me, it is a long way, and I'm not sure I want to do three WFC in a row.
And then there's finances, of course. The car bill has rather eaten into my savings, and I can't guarantee any big windfalls this year. Plus the marquis has only so much annual leave.
So, what do you lot think? What if any con would you recommend (bear in mind that DragonCon and ComicCon are far too big for me)? I'm tempted by Sirens or maybe Readercon, or should it be WFC anyway?

Skirt of the day: jeans.

Comments

[pennski.livejournal.com]

I would love you to meet the wonderful people we have met at Wiscons - however that would need finances and delicately-wrought protective armour to allow the potentially scary bits to not happen.

[bellinghwoman.livejournal.com]

There's always Phoenixcon (Dublin 4-6 March)

[bellinghman.livejournal.com]

We are tempted by SweCon, but on the other hand, we also want to get new kittens, and if we don't go, we can make nearly a six month period without being away from them.

[timill]

Readercon sounds like an excellent idea. Boskone is a bit soon, and whilst I'd normally recommend Libertycon down here in July, it may be a bit too much relaxacon for your purposes.

[calendula-witch.livejournal.com]

WFC is a wonderful con, and San Diego is a fantastic city with delicious weather and a great zoo. :-) Plus that's my birthday weekend. Come to WFC!

[xenaclone.livejournal.com]

UK? I can recommend...

Invasion
Bristol International Comic Expo
T3
Hallowhedon

In the US, I've been to Dragon Con twice. Yes, it is seriously big with lots of people. But run by fans for fans and amazingly good fun. Prefer it over SDCC by miles.

[fireun.livejournal.com]

You know I am just going to suggest you hang out with me at WFC :)

It would be delightful to see you again.

[klwilliams.livejournal.com]

I think you should go to WFC, but that's just because desperance and I will be there to see you.

[pbray.livejournal.com]

I'll be at WFC--heading to San Diego a couple of days early so I can visit with family in the area.

[rysmiel.livejournal.com]

I should very much like to see you, which consideration impels a vote for Readercon.

[sartorias.livejournal.com]

WFC!!!

[deborahjross.livejournal.com]

If it makes a difference, I'll be at World Fantasy.

[mikaela-l.livejournal.com]

Eurocon? Stockholm? Now that one I can afford. LOL. ( Clearly, I need to get more upto date with the swedish cons...)