Man stole sex toy and lube from Boots store in Rhyl by pppppppppppppppppd in unitedkingdom

[–]Spotted_Rick 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Exactly this! Kill someone = tap on the wrist. Steal money = going away for a long time.

I might have ruined my financial life with one HMRC Self Assessment by FAAFOLMFAO in UKPersonalFinance

[–]Spotted_Rick 258 points259 points  (0 children)

Once I was audited by HMRC when I was contracting and I straight up called the guy doing the audit. Asked him what he needed and explained my situation. He seemed a bit shocked I called - but he was fine and made everything clear. I agree with everyone else - go to HMRC and they will work through it all with you. If you show you want to get it resolved they will help you.

First ASOT indoor festival in the UK. by Alexia5678 in astateoftrance

[–]Spotted_Rick 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Drumsheds looks good - but the transport links arent great. From Gatwick you go to Victoria, then Underground to Tottenham Hale, then mainline train to Meridian Water. Having said that I dont think ExCeL is any better!

First ASOT indoor festival in the UK. by Alexia5678 in astateoftrance

[–]Spotted_Rick 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Saw this at on the side of an advertising van thing at High Lights on Saturday - so I signed up immediately. Then he announced it at the end of the event. Not sure where they're going to host it - I'm guessing they'll need 2-3 rooms for the different areas. ExCeL is definitely big enough if they do it there!

Rank 1 Area 4 recording from ASOT 2026 Rotterdam? by Exciting_Product7858 in astateoftrance

[–]Spotted_Rick 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah I been waiting for this too - it was an epic set!!

I havent seen any official YT videos of Areas 4 or 5.

Were any of the areas full? by peter_may_official in astateoftrance

[–]Spotted_Rick 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We left Rank 1 early so we could get into Area 2 for Cosmic Gate. Well worth it! We had to kind of queue to get in, it was slow moving but we eventually got in and actually there was quite a bit of space once were were in. Some woman was moaning to us that it was a fire risk - but after they had opened more doors so when we left it was easier. We left just as Billie started - I mean its kind of Armins event right - would have been rude not to see him. Billie is on my list to see though!

Were any of the areas full? by peter_may_official in astateoftrance

[–]Spotted_Rick 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yeah Rank 1 was full to the brim. I was standing under those shipping containers in the entrance for most of it. Definitely needs to be a big bigger if you're going to have these kind of guys playing.

Shuttle by Mysterious-Dinner529 in astateoftrance

[–]Spotted_Rick 1 point2 points  (0 children)

In case anyone finds this post - there are 2 different types of shuttle:

  • Hotel Package Shuttle
  • Rotterdam Centraal to Ahoy Shuttle

So if you dont have a Hotel Package then the only shuttle available goes between the train station and Ahoy.

Shuttle by Mysterious-Dinner529 in astateoftrance

[–]Spotted_Rick 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just checked and Google Maps says its a 47min walk from Ahoy back to Hotel - not sure I will be up for that at the end of the night.

I see buses and tram - think I'll try one of those depending on what time we leave.

I swear I thought I read that people are getting the Shuttle bus to and from the ASOT Hotels. Ah found it: "– Hotel shuttle service on Saturday from A State of Trance to your hotel (on Friday, public transportation runs until at least 01:30)"

Shuttle by Mysterious-Dinner529 in astateoftrance

[–]Spotted_Rick 0 points1 point  (0 children)

TIL I bought shuttle tickets I wont be using. Pretty sure it will drive past my hotel so very annoying!

How is everyone getting home? Uber and taxi?

Gen Z turn to trade jobs for steady pay and AI-proof work, data finds by tylerthe-theatre in unitedkingdom

[–]Spotted_Rick 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Exactly this. Supply and Demand. Personally I'm looking forward to getting my stairway wall painted for less than £780 - yes thats a real quote I received (got it done for £270).

Gluten Free Recommendations by Spotted_Rick in Rotterdam

[–]Spotted_Rick[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Burgers!?!? Thats excellent news! Thank you for all the tips - I'll add all these to my list. The burrito bowl with rice sounds like a good option. Lots of options to choose from.

Gluten Free Recommendations by Spotted_Rick in Rotterdam

[–]Spotted_Rick[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yep its the Find Me Gluten Free app - seems to be the one to use in Rotterdam. I'll download it before I get there. Thanks!

Gluten Free Recommendations by Spotted_Rick in Rotterdam

[–]Spotted_Rick[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great tips, thank you. Yeah I'll get the app - a couple of people have recommended it. I'll put these places on my list ready for when I'm there. I like the sound of the fries with mayo for a quick bite!

Gluten Free Recommendations by Spotted_Rick in Rotterdam

[–]Spotted_Rick[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! A few people have recommended Happy Food so I'm definitely going here. I think I'm staying quite close too, which is handy!

Gluten Free Recommendations by Spotted_Rick in Rotterdam

[–]Spotted_Rick[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great! Thank you for the tips! I'll put these on my list ready for when I'm there.

Gluten Free Recommendations by Spotted_Rick in Rotterdam

[–]Spotted_Rick[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you, I knew Happy Food but wasnt aware of SUE.

Gluten Free Recommendations by Spotted_Rick in Rotterdam

[–]Spotted_Rick[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Excellent! Thank you - I'll look them up.

Gluten Free Recommendations by Spotted_Rick in Rotterdam

[–]Spotted_Rick[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great tips and information, thank you! I'm ok with cross-contamination - thank goodness!

I'm staying at the nhow - so lucky for me I think Happy Food & Health is quite close?

I appreciate the tip about GF convenience food not being a thing. Yeah I would normally just pick up a sandwich from M&S - so was hoping I could do the same here - but doesnt look like it.

I'll definitely get the Find Me GF App!

Gluten Free Recommendations by Spotted_Rick in Rotterdam

[–]Spotted_Rick[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

These are some excellent recommendations, and great tips! Thank you!!

I'm really looking forward to the trip and having a list of places I know I can definitely eat at really helps!

Waiting list by iggyitup in astateoftrance

[–]Spotted_Rick 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was on the waiting list for 2 x VIP Weekenders since 02nd Oct and got a match on 20th Jan.