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Originally Posted by Koko Ed
All I remember about Disney was how hot it was and how badly I wanted to find shade. I didn't care one bit about the robot.
Our lead teacher was right. The event wasn't about FIRST it was about Disney.
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The Championship previously was held at Epcot at Disney in Orlando. The gigantic Orlando Convention Center is on International Drive and not on Disney property. The Disney entrance is about 10 to 15 minutes away depending on traffic. Further down International Drive (also about 10 to 15 minutes depending on traffic another direction) is Universal Studios. Late April is past the times for most Spring Breaks and too early for summer break so I believe the crowds are lower at that time leaving lots of hotels open. If a convention center model would work, Orlando would be a great contender for many reasons. And those who want to stay a little longer to site see and visit Disney, Universal, Sea World or Kennedy Space Center could do so. The weather is particularly beautiful in the evening at that time when many teams would be out and about. The airport is world class with plenty of flights and airlines servicing it. Not a central location for all FIRST teams is a negative and again, the convention center model may be challenging.
I enjoy reading your input! You are a long time FIRST participant and volunteer. Excellent!