Hotel & Travel
Attend M2009 on the Las Vegas strip!
The 12th annual Data Mining Technology Conference will be held at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas Nevada. M2009 has reserved a block of rooms at Caesars Palace for the conference.
Conference Hotel
Caesars Palace3570 Las Vegas Blvd
Las Vegas, NV 89109
SAS has secured a block of rooms at Caesars Palace at the rate of $221/night plus taxes. These rooms are in the newly renovated Augustus, Palace and Forum Towers. This rate is based on availability and subject to change without notice. A second block of rooms exists for government employees. The rate is $112/night plus taxes. Any reservation request received after Sep 21 will be accepted on a "space available" basis and will be charged at the prevailing hotel rates.
To receive these rates, you must reserve your hotel room online. Note: The check-in time at Caesars Palace is 3:00pm Monday-Thursday and 5:00pm Friday-Sunday. Check-out time is at 11:00.
About Caesars Palace
From the moment you walk through the doors of Caesars Palace, you know you've arrived at the most prestigious resort in the world. Impeccable service. Luxury. All the little details that make the difference between an ordinary visit and a spectacular experience are yours.Dining
From the finest cuisine served in the most opulent settings to casual poolside dining, Caesars Palace boasts an international array of cuisine to tantalize, tempt and satisfy you. Among your many choices: authentic Chinese and Japanese, contemporary French fine-dining, Asian noodles, exquisite Euro-Pacific fare, Italian and a 24-hour resort café. Read more.Shopping
The names on the storefronts are legendary, the merchandise inside is the best the world has to offer. At Caesars Palace, you will find more than 120 shops in two elegant settings.
Shop with us and discover the treasures of the Roman empire. The Forum Shops and Appian Way house the world's best designers of men's and women's fashion, accessories, furnishings, dining and so much more. From Jimmy Choo and Kate Spade to Valentino and Louis Vuitton, you'll embark on a shopping experience like never before. Read more.
Golf
Caesars Palace's guests enjoy preferred access to two of the nation's most beautiful courses, Cascata and Rio Secco, as well as premier golf instruction at the Butch Harmon School of Golf.
Nightlife
Looking for the best hot spots in Las Vegas? Whether it's the sophistication of world-famous PURE or the flirty fun of Shadow, your evening out in the world's most electrifying city will be unforgettable. Read more.
Garden of the Gods Pool and Oasis
The ancient Romans revered water for its healing powers. They built sumptuous public baths and set them amid fragrant gardens, exercise areas and playing fields. At Caesars Palace, we've recreated those glorious havens with our 4.5 acre Garden of the Gods Pool Oasis. Read more.
Gaming
Where the world goes to play. Welcome to Caesars Palace, where you will find more than 129,000 square feet of casino space. Everything from high limit slots to your favorite table game. Read more.Transportation
A variety of transportation services is available at the airport. For more information, visit the McCarran International Airport Web site.Car rentals
Car rental companies are located in the center of the baggage claim area at the airport. All cars are located outside of the terminal area and every rental agency provides their own airport courtesy shuttle to transport customers to/from their lots.Taxi cabs
Taxi cabs are available outside on the east side of baggage claim, outside door exits 1 through 4. Airport personnel are available on the taxi curb to assist you. Please keep in mind taxis will not accept credit card payments. There is a $1.80 charge on all fare originating from the airport. The maximum number of passengers allowed in any taxi is five (5) including infants and children.Shuttle/Limousine
Several shuttle and limousine services are located outside on the west side of baggage claim, exits 7 through 13. Please note that there are both group shuttles and for-hire stretch limousine services. Below is a list of shuttles at the airport:Ambassador/Ritz
Strip hotels: $6.50 ($13 round-trip)
Downtown hotels: $8 ($16 round-trip)
Off-Strip hotels: $8 ($16 round-trip)
Walk-up Limousine - $70 & up
Walk-up Sedan: $48 & up
Operates 7am-midnight
702-362-6200
Bell Trans
Strip hotels - $6 ($11 round-trip)
Downtown hotels - $7.50 ($14 round-trip)
Off-Strip hotels - $7.50 ($14 round-trip)
Walk-up Limousine - $57/hour
Walk-up Sedan - $45/hour
Operates from 7:45am-midnight
702-739-7990
C.L.S.
Strip hotels - $6-12
Downtown hotels - $8-16
Walk up limousine service - $55/hour
Operates 24 hours
702-740-4050
Executive Las Vegas
Strip hotels: $6 ($12 round-trip)
Downtown hotels: $8 ($16 round-trip)
Off-Strip Hotels: $7 ($14 round-trip)
Walk-up Limousine - $57 & up
Walk-up Sedan: $39 & up
Operating Hours: 6am - last flight down every day
702-646-4661
Grayline/Coach USA
Strip hotels - $6.50 ($12 round-trip)
Downtown hotels - $8.50 ($15 round-trip)
Off-Strip hotels - $9-$12
Operates 7am-1:30am
702-739-5700
Showtime
Strip hotels - $6.50 ($12 round-trip)
Downtown hotels - $8.50 ($16 round-trip)
Operates 7am-11:30pm
702-261-6101
Visitor Information
For more information on Las Vegas visit the following sites:LasVegas.com
Las Vegas Convention & Visitors Authority
Weather
The Las Vegas climate is warm in October, with an average low of 60 degrees and average high of 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Be sure to bring a jacket or sweater as temperatures inside the meeting rooms can be considerably cooler.Other items of note
- Recording devices, including video and audio, are not permitted in conference sessions or training classes.
- For security reasons, SAS does not allow access to the internet or to e-mail from classroom computers. The Internet Pavilion will be available throughout the conference for your personal use.
- Attendees are not allowed to have children or guests accompany them in the conference or training.
- Room temperatures do fluctuate. Please bring a light jacket or sweater to ensure your comfort level.
- Conference attire is business casual