What is your most enjoyable tournament ever (location, condition, hotel, organizer, etc.)?
What is the most enjoyable city / state / country you have ever visited for a chess event?
If you plan to enter in a tournament, what would be some of the most important issues (entry fees, prize funds, hotel, location, etc.) for you to decide to enter or not?
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i am rated about 1400 USCF and i have never been in a tournament, i just play rated games at my local club. how should i decide what tournament to play in? i would appreciate any advice…
What is your most enjoyable tournament ever (location, condition, hotel, organizer, etc.)?
US OPEN 1983 in Pasadena California. It was a great location, lots of strong GM’s and many chess players played in this one.
What is the most enjoyable city / state / country you have ever visited for a chess event?
LAS VEGAS. National Open is a fun tournament, great location, many activites available.
If you plan to enter in a tournament, what would be some of the most important issues (entry fees, prize funds, hotel, location, etc.) for you to decide to enter or not?
For me it is fun factor. I do not really worry about the cost. I make it part of a vacation plan and usually will stay extra time to explore surroundings. I enjoy seeing GM’s playing in person.
Mayan King mentioned that their favorite tournament ever was at the US Open in 1983 in Pasadena. Could anyone please tell me what hotel that was at? I was there when I was young, and I live nearby there again, and for the life of me I don’t know what hotel that took place in. It would be nice to visit there again. Anyone know what hotel hosted the event? –Scott Hewett