The Cheapest Route to SolidWorks World 2010 Is Not on A Pack Mule

by Josh on August 6, 2009 · Comments

In fact, you would probably go through a few pack mules depending on the number of intersections you cross and your ability to steer a loaded ass from your hometown. So what’s the cheapest route?

You could actually go for free, but you’ll have to do a presentation, get hired by SolidWorks or get on the press list by writing for a ‘zine or posting pointless articles online. Other than that, here’s how to go about getting to the conference for the cheapest price possible.

Don’t Procrastinate like a 3 Year Old Going To Bed

First thing. The conference is January 31st 2010 (Sunday) through February 3rd, 2010 (Wednesday) in Anaheim, California. This is close to Los Angeles Airport (LAX).

If you get the passes before Oct. 9, 2009, you can go for $530.00, you and two other people. Go for the 3 for 2 deal. Here’s the breakdown as I calculate it flying from mid-America (out in the boondocks) Tulsa, OK.

Conference Pass (You): $530
Airfare (Roundtrip): ~$248
Hotel (6 nights) : ~$500

Total: ~$1278/person

Travel Resources

Kayak.com, Anaheim Deals – Keep an eye on this site as you get closer to the conference. You can easily find hotel deals for under $100 dollars per night, even some with vacation packages if you intend to go to that one amusement park over there.
Anaheim Convention Center – This will give you resources related to anything about Anaheim, the Conference location and surrounding area with maps.

So, who’s going? I’ve got new stickers to make. Thinking of maybe doing shirts this year? Whatcha think?

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Comments
  • WingNut
    My employer won't pay at this time because they are not sure I will be around in January.
  • How much for the shirt and a sticker?
  • I'd try to do them for free. the stickers would be free for sure. shirts, cheap to free, but need to look into it.
  • Cool, any shirt ideas yet?
  • Does anyone want to split the 3 for 2 deal?
  • Robert
    Hey I would. If you've already found someone, could you send me info on anyone else who'd like to do it?
  • Chris Serran
    Hoping I get approved to go through work. If not, well, driving down with a tent and sleeping bag.
  • diverso
    Count me In!!!

    For me it's going to be a 90 minute drive form San Diego, so no way I'm missing this one. Count me in for two stickers, cuz I didn't get one in Orlando.
  • will have one with your name on it, although, I'm not quite sure what your real name is... or what you look like. Did we even meet in Orlando? lame if we didn't! Find me for sure.
  • diverso
    Don't worry I'll be sure to bring the mask!
    but just in case, you can find Adrian Velazquez on the SolidWorks Forums, diverso is just the Industrial/Graphic Designer alter ego. We'll meet this time around for sure.
  • mingsish
    It may not be the easiest way to get there but it is the right way to get there. dag blast it!
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