Advice for first time RAP attendee?

[SereneAquatic]

We will be at Reefapalooza Orlando this year, and we are still very new to the hobby. Does anyone have any advice for the show?

Do any of the vendors ship to you, or do you have to be able to carry out whatever you buy?

Is it possible to take corals home in a carry on bag if you fly?

Are there any must visit vendors or raffles?

Any suggestions are welcome!

 

[Zazzy]

We will be at Reefapalooza Orlando this year, and we are still very new to the hobby. Does anyone have any advice for the show?

Do any of the vendors ship to you, or do you have to be able to carry out whatever you buy?

Is it possible to take corals home in a carry on bag if you fly?

Are there any must visit vendors or raffles?

Any suggestions are welcome!

They will hold them for you if you are staying for both days to grab on your way out the door Sunday.
You can have corals on carry on bags just know that will do a search. And don't fly American airlines
Wwc and reeferdirect cherryccorals imo

 

[JoeIII]

Know what you want and have a budget. It is a very dangerous place to allow yourself to be sucked in by every pretty thing.
Make sure to visit R2R booth and thank @revhtree!
Take advantage of the opportunity to talk to the equipment manufacturers as well. I get caught up in the livestock and miss out on the new dry goods coming to market.
Arrive early so you can get a goodie bag and free rods food
Check out the raffle room early in the day when it is less crowded.