A set of helpful suggestions in what I believe most people need to have to be able to enjoy their Comic-Con trip.
First off, start with your gear; take
comfortable tennis shoes for the long walks and for standing in lines. Don’t buy
new shoes and use them for the first time there, take the pair that you have
used for long periods of time and don’t cause discomfort. And no open toe shoes
(sandals, etc), since you will be stepped on, not a question of ‘if’, but a
question of ‘when’.
Next up, your pants. I recommend cargo pants, the ones that
have side pockets on the thigh area. These types of pants are helpful to store tickets and any items
that are easy to access so you don’t have to search in a big bag full of stuff.
After that, your favorite comic, TV, movie or game
character t-shirt :)
You should bring a light jacket, one you can fit into a bag since you will be there early morning to late at night.
You'll also need sun block protection for when you have to wait in lines for events outside the
convention center.
Now, time to think about a good size backpack in order to
stash snacks and a bottle of water. Also, try to pack a meal or two (a sandwich and/or other food items that can be eaten cold), unless you want to wait in line for a couple of hours or walk a couple of miles to get less of a crowd but still pricey food.
A good little item to have is a portable battery to charge your phone since
cellphones die pretty quickly when trying to get a signal in a room full of people.
This way you avoid having to camp out next to an outlet. (if you can find one that isn’t being
used)
This one seems a bit of a stretch, but bring deodorant, it helps everyone! Also bring a toothbrush or at least bubble gum. This will help you feel refreshed after a couple of hours of walking/standing. Obviously, you go to the
bathroom to use the last items mentioned.
And the last, most important item you must have… a good attitude!
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