BARCELONA Affiliate Conference Thread - BAC 2011

[AE-Martyn]

I can't wait for this trip, Barcelona is going to be a blast.

Affilaite edge will be there looking to meet up with all affiliates. Give me a nudge if you are going.

[alexpratt]

Latest event updates below - Any questions just ask!

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Shahar Attias, CEO Hybrid Interaction, on Casino Landing Pages
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Welcome Drinks courtesy of GoWild Affiliates
You’ve landed in sunny Barcelona on the 8th, you’ve checked into your room, grabbed your sunglasses and pre-registered. Now what? Why not join GoWild Affiliates and the rest of your fellow delegates for a drink or two at the elegant piano bar of the Fira Palace hotel?

Missed your chance to speak at BAC 2011?
We are already thinking ahead. The London Affiliate Conference will be back in January 2012 and we are looking for speakers. Only experts in their fields who have something unique and interesting to speak about will be considered. Details and criteria on how to apply here.

Struggling to find the right places at the right time?
For all of you who mean to, but never quite, get organise; we have a solution. Simply favourite the following link on your phone: our BAC 2011 Google maps. With all the official hotels, the event venue and all the special events laid out, we guarantee you won’t get lost in your travels.

Socialise, socialise & socialise
We bring you high end speakers. We bring you a world class exhibition. We bring you parties. But we know the reason you come is to make connections for your business. So if the free app and the networking tool isn’t enough, why not join us on facebook, Linkedin or Twitter? Meet the people you want, your way.

[alexpratt]

BAC Session preview: "Demon SEO: How To Defend Against Black Hat Techniques" Q&A with panelist Dave Naylor from Bronco Ltd - Enjoy http://www.igbaffiliate.com/events/b...ack-hat-seo-qa

[alexpratt]

latest update on BAC below including parties, SEO and ping pong

Last chance to get your SEO Super Pack
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Defend against Black Hat - Q&A with panellist Dave Naylor
David Naylor started working in the SEO industry over 13 years ago. He is a panelist on the session: "Demon SEO: How To Defend Against Black Hat Techniques" – he shares with us his passion for SEO, his black hat past and why he'll be at BAC 2011.

Blog all the way to BAC!
Are you currently blogging on affiliate marketing? Would you like to get your brand in front of all those operators? We are looking for experience bloggers to shout about our event. See here what you could get in return.

Full Party Schedule Confirmed
As promised, we have finally released the full schedule for each BAC 2011 party. From a trendy converted cinema, to beach bars and high rise towers, you will not be disappointed. Make sure you put the full schedule in your diary now.

Paf Ping Pong
Paf partners have confirmed they are bringing back their popular ping pong table from the iGaming Super Show to BAC! A fun & hugely popular feature at our last event, except some good-looking competition manning the table.

[Ruairí]

Looks like Barcelona is really shaping up.

BETDAQ will be there to meet & greet all affiliates!

Send us on a PM if you are going to be there

[gambling-uk]

I'm bummed I won't be there as I'll be in Vegas for a wedding. Sam and the rest of the team from Ludis Media Inc. will be there to represent. Let me know if you want to schedule a meeting with any of the team and I'll catch everyone at the next conference or party...whichever comes first

Regards,
Dione Scott-Rogers
Gambling-UnitedKingdom.com
skype: dmscottrogers

[vinism]

You should never feel bummed about going to Vegas.

I'm bummed I won't be there as I'll be in Vegas for a wedding. Sam and the rest of the team from Ludis Media Inc. will be there to represent. Let me know if you want to schedule a meeting with any of the team and I'll catch everyone at the next conference or party...whichever comes first

Regards,
Dione Scott-Rogers
Gambling-UnitedKingdom.com
skype: dmscottrogers

[Renee]

You should never feel bummed about going to Vegas.

Could not agree more. The one thing vegas has that no other place has is the Spearmint Rhino.. (I should specify that the one in vegas is the best - there are a few around the planet)

*sigh* I wish we could do these things in vegas again

[rak]

Could not agree more. The one thing vegas has that no other place has is the Spearmint Rhino.. (I should specify that the one in vegas is the best - there are a few around the planet)

*sigh* I wish we could do these things in vegas again

and if you get bored of Vegas.. you shouldn't be in Vegas. I like that fact that at 4am you can actually do downstairs and grab a drink, have a meal, and do stuff. Everywhere else.. oh sorry we close at 1am.

[gambling-uk]

Too True! I should rephrase- I'm disappointed the dates clash thus preventing two fun-filled trips in Sept. instead of just the one.

[TheBoyMitchell]

Have a nice time kids and be safe. Seems things have got worse since the last time everyone was there. Read up on this.... http://journals.worldnomads.com/safe...l-of-the-World

[rak]

French train stations were crazy for pick pocket'ters - I left my camera, and phone on the table while I was having a coke and a smile - and the guy who ran the cafe said, not to put it there, because thieves come in, distract you and swipe stuff of the table. I looked around.. and sure enough - even the locals were keep their things in pockets and bags. Crazy.

[Renee]

Thanks for that article mate. I've been to Barcelona before but after reading the article I'm now feeling rather paranoid..

[rak]

I hope someone gives me a flower. If they do.. I'll just eat it and spit it out... or will I..

[TheBoyMitchell]

I must stress that I am not trying to scare anyone or put them off going! I'm just sharing the article so that you guys are aware of the types of scams that *can* happen. I'm not saying they will. Forewarned is forearmed etc.

I hope everyone who attends has a fabulous time and stays safe

[alexpratt]

Re Barcelona and safety - There is of course petty crime, but like anywhere in the world you get this, you just need to be aware....For example in Budapest there are numerous warnings about pickpockets etc. on the same site you posted (http://journals.worldnomads.com/safe...pest-Bar-Scams) and (http://journals.worldnomads.com/safe...ry-Petty-Crime) in fact the US embassy even has a list of strip clubs on it that are safe because there are so many dodgy ones that rip you off for thousands or worse!

As for Barcelona it can't be that bad it is the 10th most visited city in the world http://www.euromonitor.com/top-150-c...he-way/article and just recently one of the biggest conferences in the world (60k people) chose Barcelona over a number of European cities http://www.mobileworldcapital.com/press/index.htm

Anyway I am going on - I think Neil's article is actually very useful and we will probably send this to all delegates now but as it says be vigilant, I have been to Barcelona around 15 times and never been robbed but I have seen people pickpockets and even caught one once (she then spat on me....Joy!) and it was the people that left their bags on the side, or open, or fell for the map trick which by the way I fell for in London so ot can happen anywhere.

The End

[Renee]

LOL

Thanks for the positivity.

These things don't happen in Australia.. I guess we take the safety and lack of pickpockets and scammers for granted.

Anyway I will make sure I stay with people and not get left on the side of the road alone looking for a cab at 4am again like last time

Cheers

[IhreConsulting]

Thanks for the post - are you sure someone who was in Barca for the last event didnt write that after their mugging / pickpockets / attacks!?!? only kidding!! Despite all of that I am really looking forward to Barca again this year. It didn't feel the same without a party down by the harbour!

Claire

[alexpratt]

Hey there - Latest update below on BAC, registrations just went over Budapest last year so looking good!

Insider News & Updates on BAC 2011

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VIP Party opportunities
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5 hotels fully booked – only 1 more to go!
It's great to see how many of you have thought ahead and booked your hotel. But for those of you who haven't... we've sold out 5 hotels! Get to it! Book your room at the remaining event hotel and ensure you get to network with your fellow delegates.

[alexpratt]

We have an extra flight booked for BAC 2011 departing Luton on Sept 8th at 13:50 returning on Sept 10th at 21:55 - You will have to pay the cost to change the name which is £70 + the CC fee......Email alex@igamingbusiness.com or PM me if you are interested