CONFERENCE LOCATION
Gartner Symposium/ITxpo 2008 will take place at the Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre, Darling Harbour, Sydney NSW. For further information please visit www.scec.com.au.
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Special arrangements have been made by Gartner at nearby Sydney hotels, all within easy walking distance of the Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre in Darling Harbour.
During the registration process you will be able to book accommodation at the selected properties.
For further information please contact Info Salons Australia Pty Ltd, who will be able to assist with your accommodation bookings.
Phone: +61 2 9211 7222
Fax: +61 2 9211 1075
Email: accommodation@infosalons.com.au
Transportation
All conference hotels are located within walking distance of the Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre.
Air Travel
For your travel requirements, please contact your designated travel agent. Or use the following links:
Within Australia
Qantas
p. 13 13 13 (Australia only)
www.qantas.com.au
Virgin Blue
p. 13 67 89 (Australia only)
www.virginblue.com.au
Regional Express
13 17 13 (Australia only)
www.regionalexpress.com.au
Jetstar
13 15 38 (Australia only)
www.jetstar.com.au
International
Qantas
www.qantas.com
Airport Transfers
The Sydney Exhibition & Convention Centre is approximately 20-30 mins from the Sydney Domestic & International Airports. You may wish to catch a shuttle bus to various city hotels (please enquire at the general information desk located near the baggage carousel). Alternatively taxis are available as you exit Sydney Airport at a cost of approx $30-$40 to the city.
Rental Cars
If you require a rental car whilst in Sydney, Gartner uses and recommends HERTZ.
Book online at www.hertz.com or call 13 30 39 (within Australia) or +61 3 9698 2555 (International).
Please be sure to check with your hotel to see if car parking is available, or please notify us when you are booking your accommodation online.
Parking
Parking is available at the Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre, please visit
http://www.scec.com.au/location/parking.cfm for current information.
For any enquiries please telephone the Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre on +61 2 9282 5000.
Additional Location Information
Sydney is one of the world's most beautiful cities featuring stunning beaches, the famous Sydney Harbour, and of course the Harbour Bridge and Opera House (which are both just a short trip from the Symposium venue).
November in Sydney is an ideal time to visit with an average daytime temperature of 24 degrees Celsius (74 Fahrenheit) and an average of 7.8 hours of sunshine each day.
From relaxing on Bondi Beach, climbing the Harbour Bridge to experiencing the night life in Darling Harbour & King Street Wharf - there is always something to do in Sydney.
For a guide to Sydney & other surrounding areas please visit the following links for fantastic ideas for dining out, things to do and sites to see while in Sydney!
Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre
www.scec.com.au
Darling Habour & King Street Wharf
www.darlingharbour.com
www.ksw.com.au
Sydney
www.sydney.com
www.visitnsw.com
Australia
www.australia.com
