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Houston, TX - October 29 - November 3, 2007
Global Information Assurance Certification

Instructors have excellent hands on real life experience.
-Terry Kuxhaus, State of South Dakota

Hotel & Travel Information

Conference Location

SANS Houston 2007 will be held at The Westin Galleria in Houston, TX.

Expect a warm welcome when you arrive at The Westin Galleria Houston. Connected to The Galleria Shopping Center (Houstons #1 attraction and the fourth largest shopping center in North America over 350 stores) its the only place to stay for ultimate leisure, entertainment and recreation.

Hotel Information

The Westin Galleria Houston
5060 West Alabama
Houston, TX 77056
Tel: (713) 960-8100
Fax: (713) 960-6553
Website: www.starwoodhotels.com
Reservation Link: www.starwoodmeeting.com

A special discount rate of $159 S/D will be honored based on space availability. This rate includes high speed internet in your room. Make your reservations now, this special rate is only available through October 8, 2007.

NOTE: You must mention that you are attending the SANS Institute conference to get the discounted rate.

Guest Room Amenities
  • High Speed Internet Access in All Guest Rooms (Charge)
  • The Heavenly Bed®
  • Coffee Maker with Starbucks Coffee
  • Mini Bar
  • Data Port
  • The Heavenly Shower/Bath
  • Room with Sitting Area
  • Video Check-Out
  • Work Desk
  • The Heavenly Crib
  • Maid Service
  • 24-Hour Room Service
  • Hairdryer
  • Suites Available
  • Iron/Ironing Board
  • Handicap Accessible Room
  • Voicemail
  • Connecting Room
  • Cable Channels
  • Telephone
  • TDD
  • Television with Remote Control
  • Ergonomic Desk Chair
  • In-Room Movies
  • Alarm Clock
  • In-Room Safe
  • Adjoining Rooms
  • Non-Smoking Room
  • Balcony
  • Wake-up Service
  • Bathrobes
  • Air-Conditioned Room
  • Grab Bars In Bathroom
  • WestinWORKOUT® Room
  • Rollaway Beds
  • Refrigerator
  • Accessible Shower and/or Bath
Hotel Services
  • Running Maps by Runner's World
  • Valet Service and Self Parking Facilities
  • Shopping Connected to Hotel
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Babysitting Service
  • Free Wireless High Speed Internet Access in Lobby
  • Wake-up Service Available
  • Room Service
  • Tour Service
  • Bellstand/Porters
  • Westin Kids Club®
  • Ice Machine
  • Safe Deposit Boxes
  • Luggage Storage
  • Air-Conditioned Facilities
  • Car Rental Desk
  • Business Center
  • 24-Hour Front Desk
  • Valet Service and Self Parking Facility
  • Concierge Desk
Hotel Dining/Lounges
Zucchini's Farm-To-Market Cafe (at Westin Oaks)
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Fresh tastes and a casual ambiance with regional specialties in a market-style setting.
Shucker's Sports Bar
- Lunch and dinner
The perfect spot to catch the latest sporting events while enjoying some fresh seafood and your favorite beer or cocktail for lunch or dinner.
Daily Grill
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
New restaurant that serves large portions of freshly made food, cooked-to-order for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Travel Arrangements

Please note that while SANS tries to negotiate a great parking rate with the hotel, many times the parking garage is not owned by the hotel, but an independent company. In those cases, neither SANS nor the hotel have any control over the fees charged.

Avis

Avis is proud to offer special rates for SANS Houston 2007. Make your reservations now by calling 800-331-1600. You must mention your special discount code: J945620. Or via the Internet: Click Here
http://www.avis.com

Amtrak
Amtrak offers a 10% discount off the lowest available fare to (Houston, TX) between October 29 - November 3, 2007. No other discounts will apply. Please be sure to refer to Convention Fares Code X14N-910 when making your reservation.

To book your reservation call Amtrak at 1 (800) 872-7245 or contact your local travel agent. Please refer to Convention Fare Code X28A-975 when making your reservation a 10% discount has been approved. Conventions cannot be booked via Internet. This offer is not valid on the Auto Train and Acela service. Offer valid with Sleepers, Business Class or First Class seats with payment of the full applicable accommodation charges. Fare is valid on Amtrak Regional all departures seven days a week, except for holiday blackouts.

Directions to Hotel
From William P. Hobby Airport
Take I-45 North to Loop 610 West. Exit at Westheimer and turn left. Proceed 2 blocks and turn left onto Sage. Turn left onto West Alabama, and the hotel is on the left.
From West
Take Interstate 10 East to Loop 610 South and exit at San Felipe/Westheimer. Turn right onto Westheimer, then turn left onto Sage. From Sage, turn left onto West Alabama. The hotel is on the left.
From George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Take Interstate 45 South to Loop 610 West, which will become Loop 610 South. From Loop 610 South, exit right at Westheimer, proceed 2 blocks, and turn left onto Sage. continue 1 block and turn left onto West Alabama.
From South
Take Highway 59 North to Loop 610 North and exit at Westheimer. Turn left onto Westheimer, then turn left onto Sage. Turn left onto West Alabama, and the hotel is on the left.
Custom Driving Directions
Please see Google Maps for personalized driving directions.
Local Weather

October temperatures in Houston range from an average high of 82°F to an average low of 62°F. For a current forecast, please check www.weather.com before traveling to SANS Houston 2007.