It’s been a slow week and my mind got to wandering to an idea I’ve been wanting to put into action for a while. Gnomes do it, Stanley does it, Gandalf does it, Spock even did it–now it’s the big guy’s turn…
King Kong is going on a looooong journey. His bags are packed and he’s headed to Skull Island Airport as we speak. But where in the world is he going?
If you would like to have Kong crash on your couch for a few days, add a comment below (make sure to fill out the email field so I can contact you).
Kong really wants to see the world, and it will be fun to follow his adventures every step of the way. If you have a blog, you can post some pictures of Kong’s visit and I’ll add an update here on Cool & Collected as well. If you don’t have a blog, send me the pictures and I’ll post them here on Cool & Collected.
Once people have signed up, I will ship Kong to his first stop along with the name and address of where that person should send him when his visit is over. I’ll keep track of his progress here on the site. You will be responsible for paying for the postage. Kong weighs in at a svelte 6.4 ozs. so shipping costs will be pretty low–he even qualifies for first class mail!
So, if you want to take part in this fun diversion, and show Kong around your home town, leave a comment below!
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Cliff says
Hey kong,
Fancy hopping across the pond to the beutiful british georgian city of bath?
Collectibly says
If you’re gonna travel the 7 seas, do pop by the sunny island of Singapore. 🙂 lotsa foods you’ve never eaten.
Brian says
Singapore’s not too far from Skull Island, right? 😉
Collectibly says
Right around the corner! 😀
Todd says
Send Kong to PA. I’ll show him a good time!
Shawn Robare says
My hand is raised, ooh ooh, me, over here!
3B says
Miami is beautiful this time of year!
Rich (Fortune and Glory Days) says
Sounds like an awesome idea, I’m down!
Tommy says
Hah this is a cool idea! I’d gladly host Kong in Indy.
Brian [also] says
all these exotic locations.
i think Kong might want to hit the quiet suburbs of MA and relax.
BubbaShelby says
I’m in! I took part in Spockation years ago and it was a blast.
Kal says
If you keep him from me I will have to hunt you down and write my name in your blood. You realize that of course. I will treat Kong like the King he is and he will find much love in the Tundra. Oh and I was kidding about the blood thing. More likely drown you in a barrel of maple syrup.
T-Rav says
Awesome idea, I’m up for it.
Monsterfink says
I got a couch Kong can crash on
GeekChunks says
If Kong likes Indy after hangin’ with Tommy and wants to come back, send him my way!
Stacey Rader says
Kong would be right at home vacationing with my monster toys! And if he made it here the first week of June, he could be on assignment at HeroesCon! (Either way, we’d love to have him.)
LeAnn says
I would be happy to host Kong! I am in SC
LasVegasYankee says
If Kong wants to visit Las Vegas, I’m in. If he comes in June, he can join me at the Vegas Comic Con.
kal says
Can we add a hat or cape to his outfit when we send him along or will a sticker on the box serve as travel brochure himself. You need to pack him in a metal case, I have the perfect one, so that people can add something to go along with him or add a sticker. Email me wil ya.
Brian says
Please do! I was hoping to scrounge up a suitcase or Hawaiian shirt, but my supplies weren’t up to the task. Kong is currently in the mail and has another destination lined up after that, but I think he needs to get to Canada sooner rather than later! I’ll bump you up in the queue. 😉
kal says
Thanks. I will email you the box I will put him in when I get him. It’s a lunch box from the Six Million Dollar Man. I will email you the pics.
Dex (@Dex1138) says
I can bring Kong to visit Salem MA
Cliff says
I can’t believe that i was not only the first to comment but i also offered an international destination which is a world heritage site and beautiful and i didn’t even get a reply!
Not cool kong, not cool at all…
Brian says
Don’t worry, Kong will definitely get to you. He’s going to chill here in North America for a bit, and then he’ll make the leap across the pond.
Brian says
I wanted to work out the kinks before sending him too far abroad, but I’m definitely excited to see him conquer the world. 😉
Grey says
How about a trip to the Windy City & attend the comic book show on 4/27 then visit the antique toy show on 4/28????
Brian says
This is going to be a tight deadline Grey, but I’ll see if we can make it happen. Is that C2E2 you’re talking about on the 27th? If so, be sure to check out the Vintage Toy and Pop Culture exhibit and auction. It’s run by Fong Sam, a fellow League member: http://www.c2e2.com/Whats-Happening/Events-R-Z/Vintage-Toys-and-Pop-Culture-Exhibit–Auction/
Grey says
Yes, thats the show plus an antique toy show on Sunday. http://www.chicagotoyshow.com/
If we can make it work, send me a email & I will send you my mailing address & my agenda for C2E2.
John (Batcave Toy Room) says
You always come up with the greatest ideas Brian. Maybe Las Vegas Yankee and I can team and give Kong one hell of a Vegas vacation. Remember, what happens in Vegas, Stays in Vegas…or does it.
Brian says
Vegas will never be the same once Kong hits the West Coast. 😉
Wendyvee says
Looks as if Kong has a busy schedule … but I’d love to show him some roadside “wonders” if he can swing by for a visit with me 🙂
Newt says
I could give Kong a brief trip around. Actually, I could pick him up at C2E2, if that other guy gets him in time. These are good fun, I’ve done similar before, but never with a Kong.
Buzzchuck says
Hey, can I host Kong?
Brian says
Of course. Kong is making his rounds now, but he’ll get to you. Stay tuned!
crpechonick says
Is it to late to join in?
Brian says
Not at all, but it might be a while before he makes it to you. Kong is a very busy primate. 😉
The Goodwill Geek says
Hey if he isn’t scheduled to make a trip to Maine already I will happily get a shot of him duking it out with Paul Bunyan or a lobster or some other such nonsense. I don’t know how I never noticed this when you originally posted it! But now that it’s the post the page seems to have frozen on (for me at least) I’m glad I finally saw it! This looks like it will be so much fun!
Chad E. Young says
King Kong has a bed to stay at here in Rochester! i’ll be happy to host his visit!
CT says
Kong is officially invited to join me in Tallahassee.
Tim L says
King Kong is always welcome here in the Midwest.
Batfan says
He can come hang with me in Phoenix anytime 🙂
Slick McFavorite says
We would love to host the big guy in the Mile High City. Along with Shawn, we kicked it with Mego Spock when Eclectorama sent him cross country and had a blast.
Brian says
Just a quick note to all those who have responded–you are ALL entered into Kong’s itinerary. I’ll be going in order for the most part, but keeping him in North America for a while– and then we’ll get to those awesome folks overseas.
It might take a while before Kong gets to you, but he WILL get to you, unless he gets lost in the mail! Thanks guys!
(It’s not too late to add your name to the list. If you want to host King Kong, just add a comment here expressing your interest.)