The Caribbean in 2003

ConCancún

The First Bid for a Worldcon in Meso-America!

The Cancún in 2003 Worldcon bid committee congratulates Toronto in 2003 on winning the right to host the 61st World Science Fiction Convention.

We thank all the fans and pros who supported and voted for Cancún in 2003. Cancún remains a wonderful vacation and convention destination. It will just have to wait for its chance at a Worldcon.

Cancún, Mexico

Gateway to the Mayan World!

Sun, Sand & Sea

Twelve Miles of Public White Beaches

Cancún in 2003 is a collaborative bid with committee members from around the world, featuring expertise from many Worldcons. It would be the first science fiction convention on the Yucatan peninsula, with hundreds of Mayan ruins a short trip away. Enjoy a traditional Worldcon in a non-traditional environment, in a venue that caters to its international clientele.

Fourteen Miles from an International Airport, served by American, Continental, Delta, United, Northwest, Varig, Ladeco, Iberia, Martinair, Mexicana, Aeromexico.
Direct flights from Houston, Dallas/Ft. Worth, New Orleans, Los Angeles, Miami, Atlanta, Denver, Philadelphia, New York City, Toronto, Vancouver.
U.S. Citizens can enter Mexico with proof of citizenship and a photo I.D.
Air-conditioned convention center with 150,000 sq. ft. of meeting space; Capacity for up to 6,500 people.
Numerous hotels within walking distance of the convention center, both luxury and economy, with abundant meeting rooms; International and local cuisine, U.S. chain and fast food restaurants.

Three major Mayan archaeological sites, all within a day trip away:

Chichén Itzá, Tulum, and Coba

¤ Coral Reefs ¤ Lagoons ¤ Nature Preserves ¤ Jungles ¤ Snorkeling ¤ Scuba ¤ Cruises ¤ World-Class Shopping ¤ Bullfights ¤ Nightlife ¤ Underground Rivers ¤ Tropical Aquarium ¤ Butterfly Pavilion ¤ Bat Cave ¤

Bid Officers:

David Thayer, co-chair
Randy Shepard, co-chair
Diana Thayer, treasurer
Dennis Virzi, facilities
Bill Child, publications
Mike Glyer, advisor
Mark Olson, advisor
Sharon Sbarsky, website administrator
Laurie D.T. Mann, programming

Volunteers

Worldcons and Worldcon bids are run by volunteers. Neither can succeed without them. We need volunteers to distribute flyers at conventions, sit at our bid table, assist with parties, and more. If you are willing to give your time to help ConCancún win, contact us in person, by mail, or by e-mail.

Meeting facilities:

Centro de Convenciones, Cancún, Mexico: 54,000 sq. ft. total; (Cancún Ball Room, 29,000 sq. ft.; Cozumel Meeting Room, 14,000 sq. ft.)
Fiesta Americana Coral Beach Cancún 602 rooms; across the street: 30,000 sq. ft. total; (Grand Coral Ballroom, 16,900 sq. ft.; another similar size room under construction)
Hyatt Regency Cancún 300 rooms; one block away: 7,200 sq. ft.
Camino Real Cancún 381 rooms; two blocks away: 6,000 sq. ft.

17,000 additional hotel rooms on the island of Cancún (a 3-peso bus ride away, 24-hours a day), from 4-star to budget.

Look below for the artwork for our new TShirts! Stop by our bid table and parties to be one of the first to own one!

Bid T-Shirts Available

ConCancún bid t-shirts, featuring a colorful feathered serpent by Teddy Harvia from original Mayan artwork, are now available for $18 U.S. Order yours now either through the bid at our address, bid table, or bid party or directly from t-shirt specialists Scott and Jane Dennis, 1265 Colonial Dr., Lexington, KY 40504 U.S.A., e-mail: fopaws@iglou.com. Please specify your size.

To presupport

send 50 pesos, $7 U.S. or C$10 to:

ConCancún
c/o David Thayer
PO Box 905
Euless, TX 76039-0905
USA

Or, send £5 to:

K.I.M. Campbell
69 Lincoln St.
Leeman Rd.
York YO2 4YP
UK

Or, send A$10 to:

Karen Pender-Gunn
P.O. Box 567
Blackburn, Victoria
3130
Australia

For More Information

Write to the address above or send email to artemis@cyberramp.net

(Don't forget to enquire about special gifts available when you presupport!)

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