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Ola Surfistas!
It's been a while since the last announcement, but we haven't been chilling on the surf right here in RR. Au contraire! Time has come to announce the Hotel, first speakers and availability of the HiveFest tickets:
## Hivefest Hotel: Rosarito Beach Hotel & Spa
This year, we will all stay together in a resort hotel on the Californian coast. The location is [Rosarito Beach Hotel (RBH)](https://www.rosaritobeachhotel.com/).
We would like to request that everyone going to Hivefest stays at RBH because it is right in the heart of the tourist area, and many of the Hivefest events are either at the resort or nearby. This will make it easier on transport arrangements plus we got great hotel rates. We are confident that the rates we secured are so good that it won't be possible to find better prices anywhere else in the area (use bookingcode <code>HIVEFEST</code>! Finally, almost all the rooms have ocean views, and you will see some great Californian sunsets with your margaritas 🍹!
The Rosarito Beach Hotel is situated on the Baja Californian coast. It is a large resort with ample pools, jacuzzis, bars, private beach access, restaurants, art shops. Did we mention the HiveFest activities are either at the resort or nearby.
**Here are the details of the hotel:**
- Rosarito Beach Hotel
- Blvd. Benito Juárez 31, Playas Rosarito, 22710 Rosarito, B.C., Mexico
- Tel: +528002652322
- Website & Booking: https://www.rosaritobeachhotel.com/
- Promo code for online booking: HIVEFEST
- Promo code for telephone bookings: HIVEFEST 2023
- <a href="https://hivefest.freshdesk.com/support/solutions/articles/80001082212-hivefest-23-hotel-room-options-and-booking-process">Click here for the booking instruction</a>
<center><h3><a href="https://hivefest.freshdesk.com/support/solutions/articles/80001082212-hivefest-23-hotel-room-options-and-booking-process">Visit this Hotel FAQ for Rooms & Booking info</a></h3></center>
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## First speakers announced:
We already have some confirmed speakers for the event:
- @ssekilji - The driver of the Hive Rally car will talk about his story going from amateur driver to the World Rally Championship!
- @lordbutterfly & @Littlelamb - creators of the Freechain movie.
- @crimsonclad - Operations | Hive Blockchain, Value Plan.
- @khaleelkazi - Founder of @Leofinance.
- @vaultec - VSC smart contracts on Hive's Layer II - Software engineer specializing in Web3 & Blockchain.
- @manuphotos - @hivecuba community leader.
- @edmundochauran & @jonsnow1983 from @hivesucre.
- @starkerz and @theycallmedan - SPK Network and 3speak.tv.
- @detlev - The beer Saturday beer master :))
- @nathansenn - @dbuzz
Keep an eye on the HiveFe.st website for more!
## Hivefest Early Bird Tickets - now available:
HiveFest 2023 early bird tickets are now available! Here is what is included in the ticket price:
- All transport to and from Tijuana and San Diego airports on the 22nd & 27th of September
- Event and two conference days plus catering
- Opening event
- Display from @swc-oficial athletics team
- Special excursion day trip plus meals
- Freechain movie premiere
- Evening meals & breakfasts and catering
- Closing meal and party
- Much, much more
The average standard ticket cost is $700, discounted to __$485__ thanks to a generous subsidy by (thank you!) @valueplan
The ticket prices will increase each month as we get closer to the event. By 1st September, a standard ticket will cost $900, so securing your ticket as early as possible is encouraged.
**Hivefest tickets can be bought with fiat [HERE](https://www.tickettailor.com/events/hivefest/947634#).**
**Hivefest tickets can be bought with HBD [HERE](https://hivefe.st/#tickets).**
## Travel and Logistics
If you arrive at **San Diego Airport** on 22nd September, we will meet you at the airport and put buses on from there, direct to Rosarito Beach Hotel. The buses will likely be stopped at the border, and bags will be put through a metal detector. Border crossers will likely have to pay between 22 and 28 USD in border fees when crossing by bus.
If you arrive at **Tijuana Airport** on 22nd September, we will meet you there and put you on minibusses and cars from there directly to Rosarito Beach Hotel.
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NOTE: **We will set up a separate form to collect your travel details later. Please stay tuned.**
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## Visas
If you need a visa to enter Mexico, @anomadsoul is helping to issue visa invites. We will follow up with more information on this over the coming days.
## Sponsorships
So far, we have the following gracious sponsors for the event:
- @threespeak
- @valueplan
*Should you want to sponsor the event directly, please get in touch with @starkerz or @theycallmedan*
## Sponsored Tickets and Giveaways
There will be independent, sponsored, free ticket giveaway competitions to follow - stay tuned for more!
*Should you want to sponsor tickets to the event directly, please get in touch with @anomadsoul*
## Value Plan Support
Shout out to @valueplan for supporting this event.
## After Hivefest: Mexican Chill
Since this is @theycallmedan's home territory, he and @starkerz will be staying on after Hivefest and putting on some non-Hivefest activities for the 3-4 days that follow.
## Pre-Hivefest: Leo Day
The registration and opening drinks are scheduled for the 22nd in the evening. For the early arrivers, @leofinance will host a **Leo Day**. There will be some round tables, a couple of speakers, and some fun activities. If you arrive early on the 22nd, join them!
## Volunteering to Help
If you want to get involved in helping out with any aspects of the event, please reach out to @eddiespino separately.