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If you received an invitation by email and filled out your RSVP form online, you will be contacted by us shortly with information about travel arrangements. An agency will help you book passage to Vancouver, and your room at the Westin Whistler will be reserved for you. When you arrive at the Vancouver Airport you will be taken by bus along the Sea-to-Sky Highway directly to the hotel in Whistler. At the end of the summit, a bus will take you back to the Vancouver Airport. | |||
(If you are an Mozilla Corporation employee, you should follow the instructions sent to you in an email sent April 29, 2008 titled "Mozilla Summit Travel" in order to arrange your flights.) | |||
=== What if I want to come early or stay late? === | |||
When speaking with the travel agency, you may choose to arrange your travel such that you arrive early in Vancouver or stay a few extra days after the summit. Please note that any costs (hotel, food, bus, etc) associated with an extended stay will be at the attendee's own expense. | |||
* Mozilla has negotiated preferred rates with Westin Hotels for those who wish to extend their stay: | |||
** '''Whistler:''' Westin Whistler rooms at $209/night | |||
** '''Vancouver:''' [http://www.westingrandvancouver.com/ Westin Grand] rooms at $209/night | |||
** please contact [mailto:reservations@westinwhistler.com reservations@westinwhistler.com] to make reservations | |||
* If you will be making your own way to Whistler (before the summit) or from Whistler (after the summit) you will want to book a ticket on the [http://www.perimeterbus.com/ExpressDepartures.html Whistler Express] | |||
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* '''Money:''' [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Canadian_dollar Canadian] and [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States_dollar American] currency is accepted pretty much anywhere in Whistler. There are automatic teller machines which should have no problem drawing Canadian funds from international bank accounts. | * '''Money:''' [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Canadian_dollar Canadian] and [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States_dollar American] currency is accepted pretty much anywhere in Whistler. There are automatic teller machines which should have no problem drawing Canadian funds from international bank accounts. | ||
Revision as of 17:01, 4 May 2008
2008 Firefox Summit
The 2008 Firefox Summit is an invitation-only gathering of some of the most active contributors in the Mozilla community. The purpose is to discuss the future of Firefox. If you have any questions, please e-mail summit2008@mozilla.com.
Date & Location
The summit will take place in Whistler, British Columbia, Canada at the Westin Whistler Resort & Spa from July 28th to August 1st, 2008.
Invitees & Costs
Invitees have been selected by Mozilla community leaders and will be contacted by e-mail during the first two weeks of May. Invitees were selected based on their contributions to Firefox 3 and the Mozilla Project over the past 18 months.
Most invitees will be fully-sponsored with Mozilla covering costs associated with travel to the summit, as well as food and lodging during the week. Mozilla may ask some invitees to seek sponsorship from their employers.
Agenda & Sessions
To be determined.
FAQ
Do I need to book travel and a hotel?
If you received an invitation by email and filled out your RSVP form online, you will be contacted by us shortly with information about travel arrangements. An agency will help you book passage to Vancouver, and your room at the Westin Whistler will be reserved for you. When you arrive at the Vancouver Airport you will be taken by bus along the Sea-to-Sky Highway directly to the hotel in Whistler. At the end of the summit, a bus will take you back to the Vancouver Airport.
(If you are an Mozilla Corporation employee, you should follow the instructions sent to you in an email sent April 29, 2008 titled "Mozilla Summit Travel" in order to arrange your flights.)
What if I want to come early or stay late?
When speaking with the travel agency, you may choose to arrange your travel such that you arrive early in Vancouver or stay a few extra days after the summit. Please note that any costs (hotel, food, bus, etc) associated with an extended stay will be at the attendee's own expense.
- Mozilla has negotiated preferred rates with Westin Hotels for those who wish to extend their stay:
- Whistler: Westin Whistler rooms at $209/night
- Vancouver: Westin Grand rooms at $209/night
- please contact reservations@westinwhistler.com to make reservations
- If you will be making your own way to Whistler (before the summit) or from Whistler (after the summit) you will want to book a ticket on the Whistler Express
Do I need a passport or a visa?
Non-Canadian invitees will require a passport to travel to Canada, and invitees from some countries may require a visa. Mozilla will provide an Invitation Letter for the summit and additional information to assist with visas as required, but the costs of obtaining a passport and visa will be the responsibility of the invitee.
What should I bring?
- Clothing: During the summer months, Whistler will be quite warm, with average high/low temperatures of 22°C/8°C (72°F/46°F). Dressing in layers is recommended, as is having sweaters or jackets for the evenings.
- Gadgets: The hotel will have wireless internet access, so feel free to bring your laptop along. Canada uses standard North American Type A and Type B plugs and sockets at 120V, 60Hz. Whistler is gorgeous, so digital cameras are also recommended.