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Rational Software Development Conference 2008

 

Hotel and travel

Conference hotels often sell out early! To ensure you get the room type and location you desire, we recommend you make your reservation as early as possible. A limited number of guest rooms at the group rate of $205.00 (plus applicable taxes) have been reserved at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotel, the headquarter hotel for the IBM Rational Software Development Conference 2008. When calling to make your reservation, and to receive the discounted rate, please state that you are attending the IBM Rational Software Development User Conference 2008. The deadline to receive the group rate is May 14, 2008. This rate is available to attendees 3 days pre and post conference (May 29-June 8) based on room availability only.

Make your hotel reservations online:

Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin

Or by calling:
888-828-8850 OR 800-227-1500
OR 407-934-4000


Conference hotel information

Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotel

1500 Epcot Resorts Boulevard
Lake Buena Vista, Florida 32830
PH: 407-934-4000
Main Fax: 407-934-4099
Reservations Fax: 407-934-4710

Situated on 87 acres of beautiful lakefront property, the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotel allows you the ideal place to surround yourself with the magic of Walt Disney World Resort. If you're extending your stay after the conference for a family vacation or just a long weekend getaway, you can enjoy quick and easy access to the Magic Kingdom Park, Epcot, Disney-MGM Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park and Disney's Boardwalk Entertainment District.


Government room block

A limited number of rooms have been reserved at the Orlando World Center Marriott Resort at the rate of $99.00, plus tax. A valid government i.d. is required upon check in, in order to qualify for this rate. Reservations can be made by calling (800) 228-9290. You will need to identify yourself as attending the "Rational Software Conference". The deadline to receive the government rate at this hotel is May 9.

This hotel is located approximately 10 minutes from the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotel. Please note that transportation to and from the Swan/Dolphin will not be provided.


Overflow hotel

A small block of rooms has been reserved at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort from June 1 through June 4, at the special conference rate of $159.00, plus tax. Reservations can be made by calling 407-934-3372 and identifying yourself as an attendee at the IBM Rational Software Development Conference. The deadline to receive the group rate at this hotel is May 14.

You will be required to guarantee your room with a deposit equal to one night’s room and tax. Please note that transportation will not be provided to and from the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin.


What to do in Orlando?

Long known as a destination for family fun and the place to shake hands with Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck, Orlando is also home to fabulous golf courses, great shopping, water parks, 5-star restaurants, spas and great site-seeing.

If you’re planning to stay on at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort after the conference to enjoy any of the Walt Disney theme parks, you will be able to take advantage of complimentary transportation throughout Walt Disney World® Resort and the “Extra Magic Hour” benefit - Each day one of the four Disney Theme Parks opens an hour early or stays open up to an extra three hours after regular closing to enjoy select attractions, for those staying on a Disney property. (Valid Theme Park ticket and Resort ID required.) In addition, you can reserve advance tee times on one of five championship Walt Disney World® Resort golf courses and receive priority seating at selected Walt Disney World® Resort restaurants.

Discount tickets to Orlando attractions

Attendees of the IBM Rational Software Development Conference have the opportunity to purchase discounted tickets to a variety of attractions/parks in the Orlando area.

Hello Florida discount tickets

Conference agenda