Travel Information
Super Shuttle provides transportation from the Denver International Airport (DIA) to Denver hotels. The rate is $19 one way or $32 round trip if you book online using the discount code: MBYC5. Upon arrival at DIA, proceed to the SuperShuttle ticket counter, which is located in the main terminal, level 5 (same as baggage claim). Check in and receive your tickets, and then you will be directed to the van loading area. Shuttles depart on schedule for the Westin Tabor Center every 15 minutes from 7:00 am to 5:15 pm daily and as-needed for the remainder of the day. Call 800-BlueVan (800-258-3826) to make your return reservation at a time that best suits your flight departure time.
One-way taxi fare from the airport to downtown Denver is generally around the $50 range. At the Denver airport, look for the taxi booth (at Island 1) on Level 5 of the terminal.
Denver’s bus service provides a shuttle service from DIA to downtown (RTD skyRide). A one-way trip on the skyRide between the airport and downtown costs $10. Buses depart from the airport at least once an hour. Board the bus on Level 5 of the airport terminal and be sure to take the “AF” bus and to have the exact fare in cash. Get off the bus downtown at the Market Street Station (the trip takes about 50 minutes), and then, take the free eastbound MallRide Shuttle (along 16th St.) to the intersection of Lawrence St. and 16th St. (you’ll see the Westin Tabor Center at this intersection). For your return trip, make sure to see the schedule posted on the skyRide website.
CARBON OFFSETS
Please consider the Colorado Carbon Fund as a source for carbon offsets. The Colorado Carbon Fund is operated by the state of Colorado. The state uses the funds generated through the purchase of carbon offsets to support new energy efficiency programs and renewable energy projects.
Conference Venue
This year’s conference will be held at the Westin Tabor Center. This hotel was awarded the Green Hospitality Award in 2008; it provides full composting of all kitchen waste, facilitates a single stream recycling program, and is equipped with many water and energy savings systems. The Westin is perfectly situated in downtown Denver adjacent to the 16th Street (pedestrian) Mall, which features a full mile of dining and entertainment options. The Westin has a rooftop swimming pool with views of the Rocky Mountains and a comprehensive fitness center. The hotel is within walking distance of Coors Field, the Denver Performing Arts Complex, and the Denver Art Museum.
The conference room rate is $195. When you call to make your reservations, make sure to mention the 2010 Marketing and Public Policy Conference. The hotel’s phone number is 303-572-9100. For additional information about the Westin see westin.com/taborcenter and for information about Denver see denver.org.