wordyblerd replied to your post “Just FYI”
oh dang what happened? what are some things to look out for when looking up the 100 cons?
Typically check if the website says who the organizer of the con is. The Boston con lacks any sort of info about this. There’s not even a simple name in their replies to fans via email. They just end them with “Best,”.
Check if the organizer has organized other successful events before.This usually isn’t a problem with the big Comic Cons but with smaller cons that do show focused events it’s worth checking. In the age of social media you can usually find some info, find actual feedback how the cons were or if someone had problems with an organizer before.
If you want to dig deep maybe call the location the con is supposed to be at. This Boston con claims to have booked the ballroom at the Hilton’s in Boston. Several fans called the hotel and while they confirm the event has a number of rooms reserved for the fans with them, their sales department says the actual con is NOT happening there since the location is too small for a convention. Sometimes cons don’t immediately announce the locations which isn’t necessarily a red flag but it might be worth to wait until all the information needed is available.
Since cons are always expensive I usually suggest to be cautious first. I know hearing your faves are coming to a place near you is exciting but be careful. Sadly, not all cons are what they claim to be. Fans are unfortunately taken advantage of on the regular.