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The 8th Tiki Central Tiki Crawl -- October 9-12, 2008 - UPDATE: Official Mug and more announced! |
martiki
Official Mixologist
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From: http://www.smugglerscovesf.com
|  Posted: 2008-06-17 12:45 pm Permalink
Update: Official Tiki Crawl Mug Announced, plus more! See the official site for details.
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ALOHA! Save the date- October 9-12, 2008!
The Crawl is back and more powerful than ever! New Stops! New Surprises! More rum!
Tiki Central's Tiki Crawl 8 -- Official site!
Come join in the biggest Bay Area Tiki Bar Crawl yet! Four days! Ten Bars! Savor the world of tiki with visits to bars and restaurants both new and legendary all over the Bay Area. Celebrate the rich history of tiki in the Bay Area, and its lasting impact for over 70 years. Make your plans today to join in an exciting four day weekend of good friends, good drinks, and good tiki. It all starts on:
THURSDAY, October 9th: SOUTH BAY THURSDAY
We once again return to the South Bay to enjoy two top notch spots: Smoke Tiki in San Jose and Trader Vic’s in Palo Alto. And you’ll be able to enjoy the entire event from the comfort and safety of an air-conditioned shuttle bus which will depart from San Francisco that afternoon. Don’t miss all the great times and great tunes as we kick off the weekend in style.
FRIDAY, October 10th: FRISCO FRIDAY
San Francisco continues to offer some of the best tiki bars around, both new and old, and each year is always a memorable experience as we trace the roots of tiki across the City by the Bay. We will start as per tradition at the legendary Trad’r Sam’s. Open since 1939 (or possibly 1937), Trad’r Sam’s is the quintessential neighborhood tiki dive bar, and the oldest continuously operating tiki bar on earth. Step into history at this friendly watering hole for an early happy hour meet and greet. Then it’s off to one of the last great temples of mid-century American Tiki, the Tonga Room. Located in the beautiful Fairmont Hotel, and recently given a fresh update (still plenty o’ tiki, have no fear!), The Tonga Room continues to dazzle with its amazing décor, tropical rainstorms, and potent potables. Then it’s up to North Beach to the mighty Bamboo Hut, serving up tiki goodness for almost a decade- and you won’t want to miss a very special surprise we’ll have in store!
SATURDAY, October 11TH: EAST BAY SATURDAY
All aboard the mighty Tiki Bus! The Bus returns bigger than ever (57 passenger) to escort you in style from San Francisco to the incredible array of East Bay tiki bars. Our first stop will be Forbidden Island . Located in the heart of Alameda, Forbidden Island offers true vintage tiki bar atmosphere and world class cocktails to match- you may have seen them featured in the New York Times, San Francisco Chronicle, Food & Wine, the Today Show, and much more. Then it’s off to the Conga Lounge, Oakland’s oasis and home to expertly prepared cocktails, award-winning pizza, and an amazing atmosphere- all set to the upbeat tunes of DJ Tropic. So grab a bite and get ready for the next stop, Oakland ’s Kona Club. In a stunningly designed space, you’ll enjoy a terrific array of cocktails and beers- and don’t miss the hypnotic hula girl or erupting volcano!
After that, we’re very proud to announce that we will make our way to the place that started it all for a very special, once in a lifetime event: Trader Vic’s Emeryville!! You spoke, and we listened, and moved Vic’s to the end so that it will be our grand finale! So get ready: For the first time ever, we will be taking over their stunning main dining room for a cocktail reception like you’ve never seen! Trader Vic’s famous exotic cocktails, delicious food, and historic décor will all be at your fingers, as you mix, mingle, and swoon to the gentle hapa haole sounds of the Bay Area’s own Mai Kai Gents featuring the Mysterious Miss Mauna Loa. One gaze across the bay to the beautiful lights of San Francisco , and you’ll know you’ve reached tiki nirvana.
SUNDAY, October 12th: SLOWDOWN SUNDAY
Our Sunday afternoon tradition continues: Take it nice and easy with an afternoon trip to Forbidden Island in Alameda . Relax and talk very slowly and quietly with other tiki lovers as you vainly attempt to piece together the events of the rest of the weekend. We’re going to have a potluck as well, along with the usual shenanigans.
PLUS MORE SURPRISES AND EVENTS TO BE ANNOUNCED!
OFFICIAL HOTEL:
The Phoenix Hotel at 601 Eddy St. in San Francisco is the home base for Tiki Crawl 8. For special room rates, call 1-800-248-9466 and mention promo code “Tiki Crawl 8”. Hurry- there’s only a handful of rooms left!
For more information about scheduling, official hotel, transportation, and tickets for the world famous Tiki Bus, please visit:
www.tikicrawl.com
See also:
Smoke Tiki: http://www.smoketiki.com/
Trader Vic’s: http://www.tradervics.com
Trad’r Sam’s: http://www.yelp.com/biz/trad-r-sam-san-francisco
The Tonga Room: http://www.fairmont.com/sanfrancisco/guestservices/restaurants/thetongaroomhurricanebar.htm
The Bamboo Hut: http://www.maximumproductions.com
Forbidden Island : http://www.forbiddenislandalameda.com/fi/
The Conga Lounge: http://www.congalounge.com/
Kona Club: http://www.konaclub.net/
The Mai Kai Gents: http://www.mkgents.com
The Phoenix Hotel: http://www.jdvhotels.com/phoenix/
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VampiressRN
Grand Member (5 years) 
Joined: Nov 23, 2006
Posts: 5085
From: Sin City Lincoln Hills (NorCal)
| Posted: 2008-06-17 12:55 pm Permalink
Oooooooooooooh!!!! Thanks for the date.
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WooHooWahine
Grand Member (7 years) 
Joined: Mar 04, 2005
Posts: 2901
From: Mission (Impossible) Viejo, Ca
| Posted: 2008-06-17 12:59 pm Permalink
WooHooo!!! SoccerTiki and I can't wait 
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JenTiki
Tiki Socialite
Joined: Jun 16, 2006
Posts: 1817
From: An island in the bay
| Posted: 2008-06-17 1:21 pm Permalink
Yippee!! That should be perfect weather!! Not too hot, not too wet! Can't wait! Let me know if you guys need help with anything.
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tikiwinebear
Tiki Socialite
Joined: Sep 30, 2004
Posts: 578
From: Santa Rosa, CA (Sonoma - wine country)
| Posted: 2008-06-17 1:46 pm Permalink
Yeehaw!!! The parties continue....
August - Tiki Oasis
September - Forbidden Island Parking Lot Sale
October - SF Bay Area Crawl Weekend
Thanks for the news Martin!
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VampiressRN
Grand Member (5 years)
Joined: Nov 23, 2006
Posts: 5085
From: Sin City Lincoln Hills (NorCal)
| Posted: 2008-06-17 4:26 pm Permalink
I will have to have a VampTiki Party the previous weekend, so we can get properly lubed up and in shape for the crawl!!!
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bigtikidude
Tiki Socialite
Joined: Aug 10, 2004
Posts: 8258
From: Anaheim,Ca.
| Posted: 2008-06-17 11:56 pm Permalink
Holly shit, thats my Birthday weekend,
hmmmmm
Jeff(bigtikidude)
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JenTiki
Tiki Socialite
Joined: Jun 16, 2006
Posts: 1817
From: An island in the bay
| Posted: 2008-06-18 12:01 am Permalink
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On 2008-06-17 23:56, bigtikidude wrote:
Holly shit, thats my Birthday weekend,
hmmmmm
Jeff(bigtikidude)
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I can't imagine a better way to celebrate!! I'd bet Bora Boris would road trip with you! 
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Bora Boris
Mr. Unreasonable
Joined: Mar 25, 2005
Posts: 2401
From: Boogie Wonderland
| Posted: 2008-06-18 04:38 am Permalink
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On 2008-06-18 00:01, JenTiki wrote:
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On 2008-06-17 23:56, bigtikidude wrote:
Holly shit, thats my Birthday weekend,
hmmmmm
Jeff(bigtikidude)
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I can't imagine a better way to celebrate!! I'd bet Bora Boris would road trip with you!
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Um... I'll take that bet Jen, how much are you willing to wager? A Million Dollars?
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sweetpea
Tiki Socialite
Joined: Jan 14, 2003
Posts: 877
From: Seattle
| Posted: 2008-06-18 10:10 am Permalink
keeeeeee-rap
already taking off the two weekends before for the
seattle rockabilly ball
and the US Rave in Vegas.
Doubt I'll make it to SF.
That's 2 in a row I'm gonna miss.
SUCKY!
I'll see if I can wing it, but if not, everyone has to have extra fun for me!
Pea
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Haole'akamai
Tiki Socialite
Joined: Jul 07, 2005
Posts: 2269
From: The Polynesian Port of NOLA
| Posted: 2008-06-18 11:15 am Permalink
I'll wear my cutest vintage aloha sarong just for ya, Pea!
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Dr. Von Zombie
Tiki Centralite
Joined: May 17, 2007
Posts: 32
From: San Ho za Ca.
| Posted: 2008-06-18 12:17 pm Permalink
Count me in!!!
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Jason Wickedly
Grand Member (4 years) 
Joined: Jan 01, 2008
Posts: 701
From: LBCTIKI
| Posted: 2008-06-18 12:24 pm Permalink
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On 2008-06-18 10:10, sweetpea wrote:
keeeeeee-rap
already taking off the two weekends before for the
seattle rockabilly ball
and the US Rave in Vegas.
Doubt I'll make it to SF.
That's 2 in a row I'm gonna miss.
SUCKY!
I'll see if I can wing it, but if not, everyone has to have extra fun for me!
Pea
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Ya know, Pea...that's two rockabilly events and NO tiki events! I think you've gotta re-distribute here! 
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Mai Tai
Tiki Socialite
Joined: Mar 21, 2004
Posts: 1430
From: Exotic Isle of Alameda
| Posted: 2008-06-19 02:52 am Permalink
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On 2008-06-17 12:45, martiki wrote:
ALOHA!
Save the date- the Crawl is back and more powerful than ever! New Stops! New Surprises! MORE RUM!
Stay tuned for more details!
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Martin's not kidding, this year's crawl is going to be off the hizzle!!! And it's chock full of extra tiki goodness! Take his advice, amd definitely save the date! More details will be announced very soon, so keep your eyes peeled!
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suzanne
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Joined: Mar 31, 2005
Posts: 660
From: A Jet to Paradise
| Posted: 2008-06-19 9:51 pm Permalink
Hurrraaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaayyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
--Suzanne
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