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Original => Hot Tub Forum => Topic started by: Wisoki on October 28, 2006, 03:58:42 pm

Title: Aqua Show...
Post by: Wisoki on October 28, 2006, 03:58:42 pm
Who's going? I'll be there on the 9th for a whirlwind tour. I know what to look for, but WHO should I look for?
Title: Re: Aqua Show...
Post by: OC_Spas on October 28, 2006, 04:05:50 pm
I'll be there. Frank! Say "Hello" if you see me. (I'm often oblivious to my surroundings in that candy store they call the Aqua Show.

Jim C.
Title: Re: Aqua Show...
Post by: Dr. Spa™ Ret. on October 28, 2006, 06:38:15 pm
I almost forgot. I'm going! Driving down Tuesday, coming back Friday. If anyone wants an Exhibitors badge let me know. I've got tons of extras. They allow you to get in before the official starting time.
Title: Re: Aqua Show...
Post by: Steve on October 28, 2006, 07:59:01 pm
I'll be at NSPI this year. Well....maybe....right Doc?  ;)

 Anyone else going there?

Title: Re: Aqua Show...
Post by: MarKee on October 28, 2006, 10:46:24 pm
I think a lot of people have stopped going to Aqua and are focusing on NSPI.  This will be Marquis' first year of only going to the NSPI show and not both.
Title: Re: Aqua Show...
Post by: Steve on October 30, 2006, 12:00:56 pm
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I think a lot of people have stopped going to Aqua and are focusing on NSPI.  This will be Marquis' first year of only going to the NSPI show and not both.

I'm curious...Do most feel this way? Why is that do you think?
Title: Re: Aqua Show...
Post by: Mendocino101 on October 30, 2006, 01:12:40 pm
Last year after attending both shows I thought the NSPI had much better classes. I think the Aqua show is more spas and the NSPI offers both pool and spas as does Aqua but it it seems to be a larger show.
Title: Re: Aqua Show...
Post by: hottubdan on October 30, 2006, 02:42:11 pm
If I go to either, it will be NSPI.  Having 2 competing shows in Vegas is silly.
Title: Re: Aqua Show...
Post by: tanstaafl2 on October 30, 2006, 03:08:42 pm
Interesting. As it happens I will be in Vegas at the same time as the aqua show for a different convention.

I suppose this show is only for people in the biz? Or can anyone get into it? Or would a consumer not find it of interest?

Kind of interesting but looks like it is for industry folks which makes sense I suppose.

 http://aquashow.com/media/AQ_Broch06.pdf
Title: Re: Aqua Show...
Post by: Gary on October 30, 2006, 04:34:50 pm
NSPI is better, they have better classes and more exhibitors.
Title: Re: Aqua Show...
Post by: Steve on October 30, 2006, 04:53:39 pm
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Last year after attending both shows I thought the NSPI had much better classes. I think the Aqua show is more spas and the NSPI offers both pool and spas as does Aqua but it it seems to be a larger show.

So let's hook up there again! I'm bringing my wife along as she's never been to Vegas so bring yours and we'll do Freemont again with the ladies! Let me know...ya got my number! I just booked my trip and we'll be at the Mirage arriving Tuesday early afternoon and flying out Sunday night. Get your ppl to arrange it with my ppl! ;)

Maybe we'll get Doc and his better half to come along and he can buy! Hell of an idea!! Anyone else wanna come along? It's on Doc! ;D
Title: Re: Aqua Show...
Post by: Dr. Spa™ Ret. on October 30, 2006, 11:19:43 pm
Looks like I'm probably going to both. Too many people to meet with at Aqua, and some of them are only going to NSPI.

No problem though guys. We'll sit at the slots and I'll order you anything you want   ;)

But, Steve, I owe you dinner (and you can just FORGET Picasso's). Looks like the other thing isn't going to work out right now. "Mom" decided she wants to do some traveling and is throwing an inheritance guilt trip at me  ;D :-/ ;D




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Last year after attending both shows I thought the NSPI had much better classes. I think the Aqua show is more spas and the NSPI offers both pool and spas as does Aqua but it it seems to be a larger show.

So let's hook up there again! I'm bringing my wife along as she's never been to Vegas so bring yours and we'll do Freemont again with the ladies! Let me know...ya got my number! I just booked my trip and we'll be at the Mirage arriving Tuesday early afternoon and flying out Sunday night. Get your ppl to arrange it with my ppl! ;)

Maybe we'll get Doc and his better half to come along and he can buy! Hell of an idea!! Anyone else wanna come along? It's on Doc! ;D
Title: Re: Aqua Show...
Post by: Steve on October 31, 2006, 12:12:18 pm
No problem my friend. The thought was nice and appreciated but the meal will still cost you the equivalent! ;D

Let's try and pick a night and we can all meet up. Mendo will be there and I'm not sure who else from here?
Title: Re: Aqua Show...
Post by: Chris_H on October 31, 2006, 01:03:47 pm
Doc,
Are you displaying at both or just Aqua?
Chris
Title: Re: Aqua Show...
Post by: Dr. Spa™ Ret. on October 31, 2006, 02:15:53 pm
We're not displaying at either this year.  I'm excited as I'll get to spend more than 10 minutes wondering around.
Title: Re: Aqua Show...
Post by: hotubinn on November 01, 2006, 09:54:16 pm
Every year (after it passes) I say "I'll go next year".  Never happens.  The hills keep calling, I wish they would run the show BEFORE or AFTER hunting season.  Wow, sounds kind of red neckish writing it out.  Oh well.
Title: Re: Aqua Show...
Post by: salesdvl on November 02, 2006, 10:04:14 am
I'll be at the Waterway booth at the NSPI.  Stop by ifn yer of a mind to.  

Dwayne
Title: Re: Aqua Show...
Post by: Steve on November 02, 2006, 06:29:53 pm
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I'll be at the Waterway booth at the NSPI.  Stop by ifn yer of a mind to.  

Dwayne

Will do! Looking forward to see'n ya!

Steve
Title: Re: Aqua Show...
Post by: Wisoki on November 02, 2006, 08:00:14 pm
Well, I'll go to both cuz neither cost me a dime. The company pays my way! Absolutly boss, whatever you say, off to Vegas I go, Aqua, NSPI... it's all good!
Title: Re: Aqua Show...
Post by: salesdvl on November 06, 2006, 09:05:54 am
If they were a little closer together you could just stay there.  ;)
Title: Re: Aqua Show...
Post by: Vanguard on November 06, 2006, 11:06:10 am
Kind of funny how NSPI hasn't run that show in years and they are now called the APSP, but that name persists.  I guess old habits die hard.  Even the APSP doesn't run the International Expo any longer.  It is run by Hanley-Woods - the same company that owns Pool & Spa News.
Title: Re: Aqua Show...
Post by: Steve on November 06, 2006, 02:36:11 pm
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Kind of funny how NSPI hasn't run that show in years and they are now called the APSP, but that name persists.  

We're creatures of habit. That, and NSPI just kinda rolls off the tongue easier! ;D
Title: Re: Aqua Show...
Post by: r100rs on November 08, 2006, 05:50:21 am
So you folks that are going - fly FRONTIER AIRLINES - that way Ill
still get paid.  Heck they'll pay me even if you fly on somebody else.

r100rs
Title: Re: Aqua Show...
Post by: Gomboman on November 09, 2006, 11:54:56 pm
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Kind of funny how NSPI hasn't run that show in years and they are now called the APSP, but that name persists.  

We're creatures of habit. That, and NSPI just kinda rolls off the tongue easier! ;D

Steve, are you the Hydropool Steve? Just curious.
Title: Re: Aqua Show...
Post by: clover on November 10, 2006, 09:50:15 am
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If I go to either, it will be NSPI.  Having 2 competing shows in Vegas is silly.
Next year there will be only one show.  The Hanley Wood Show, (formerly known as the NSPI Show, now APSP) will be accquiring the Aqua Show.
Title: Re: Aqua Show...
Post by: Steve on November 10, 2006, 04:54:28 pm
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Kind of funny how NSPI hasn't run that show in years and they are now called the APSP, but that name persists.  

We're creatures of habit. That, and NSPI just kinda rolls off the tongue easier! ;D

Steve, are you the Hydropool Steve? Just curious.

Da X-Hydropool Steve after Jim got me fired anyway... ;D

Same Steve that's been here forever my friend! ;) What can I do for ya?