>>I am preparing an approximate budget for the Sept 2000 Devcon in Miami. I have some questions, numbered for ease of response.
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>>1)Does anyone know any budget hotels in Miami Beach near the Hilton?
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>Things change (cost-wise) there all of the time due to the popularity of South Beach. Considering the timeframe, the main hotel may not be that expensive.
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>>2)I am searching for flights on Yahoo Travel and I can save a bundle if I fly into the Fort Lauderdale airport (24 miles away) instead of the Miami airport. How far away is Miami airport from Miami Beach is it about the same as the Fort Lauderdale airport?
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>You have to drive down I-95 and then over 395 or one of the other connecting roads. It's a pain in the ass but worth the expense if you can save a bundle on airfare. I would think that some sort of public transporation might be available but I'm unsure. I can always pick you up if need be (Nerds on Wheels Part Two).
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>>3)Also, how far away is Miami from Miami Beach?
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>Hard to quantify. Formally, a few miles.
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>>4)I stay 1 or 2 miles from the conference site, would this impair my Devcon experience academically or entertainment wise?
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>IMHO yes, I agree with Rox on this one. Is anyone else from your BC group going? You can always roommate.
OK. I tried to resist doing this but I just can't help myself!
Roommate? So that would be "Nerds in beds"?
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