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Pacific Regional Conference 2003
March 30–April 1, 2003
San Jose, CA (USA)

Hotel & Travel Information

The conference is being held at the Fairmont San Jose Hotel in San Jose, California. With the meteoric growth of the computer industry, Silicon Valley has become one of the world's busiest hubs, and the capital of this high-tech mecca is San Jose. The Fairmont San Jose combines technological innovation with timeless elegance. More than 30 wineries in the valley are within a short drive and attest to the year-round Mediterranean climate. The Monterey Peninsula's legendary golf courses, beaches and sightseeing venues are also a short drive from The Fairmont San Jose. Attractions within walking distance include the San Jose Convention Center, Museum of Art, The Tech Museum of Innovation, live theater, symphony, opera and ballet.

The Fairmont San Jose
170 South Market Street
San Jose, CA 95113
+1.408.998.1900
Fax: +1.408.287.1648
Email: sanjose@fairmont.com

For reservations call +1.408.998.1900. The room rate is $129 per night, single or double. Room rate and availability are only guaranteed through Friday, March 14.

Transportation

The closest airport to the Fairmont is the San Jose International airport that is served by most major airlines. This airport is located 3 miles from the hotel. Alternate airports are San Francisco and Oakland which are both about equidistant to the hotel. Taxi service from the airport to the hotel is $3.50 initial fare plus $2.25/mile. Shuttle services are available and will be the cheapest option from either San Francisco or Oakland Airports.

Public Transportation
There are many ground transportation options available. Here is a sampling of resources to aid you in your travel plans.

Valley Transit Authority
VTA is a light rail system that operates from Mountain View to Santa Teresa. The station is within walking distance from The Fairmont San Jose. For more information, please log on to Valley Transit Authority website.

Cal Train
Caltrain is the commuter train operating to/from San Francisco. For more information, please call +1.800.660.4287 or log on to Caltrain website.

Car Rental
Enterprise car rental is available at the Fairmont. All other companies are available at the airport.

    Enterprise: +1.800.325.8007
    Alamo: +1.800.327.8633
    Avis: +1.800.879.2847
    Hertz: +1.800.263.0600
    National: +1.800.227.7368
Bus
Greyhound Bus Depot is located on 70 S. Almaden Avenue, which is about five minutes away from The Fairmont San Jose. For more information on schedules and fares, please call +1.800.229.9424 or log on to Greyhound website.

Train
The Amtrak train station is about 5 minutes away from the hotel. For more information on fares and schedules, please call +1.800.USA.RAIL or log on to Amtrak website.

Limousine
Model Limousine is one of the Bay Area's premier transportation services. Arrangements can be made by calling +1.650.652.9090.

Shuttle
A wide variety of shuttle services are available from the airports. Please visit:

Taxi
Taxis are readily available in front of the hotel and at all airports.

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