Conference Venue, Hotel Deals and Travel

Conference Location

Combine business and pleasure! Make your time at Live! 360 Orlando even better by bringing the family and staying at the Loews Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando®, home to all Visual Studio Live!, SharePoint Live!, Modern Apps Live!, SQL Server Live!, and TechMentor Orlando sessions and activities. Loews Royal Pacific Resort is a perfect retreat with its exotic South Seas flavor for parents and kids alike.

Conference Hotel

Loews Royal Pacific Resort
6300 Hollywood Way
Orlando, Florida, 32819

Hotel Information

Cabana Bay Beach Resort
Experience the excitement of Universal Orlando® at the retro-themed Cabana Bay Beach Resort. With two huge pools, a lazy river, bowling alley, and more, it’s unforgettable fun in the heart of Universal Orlando’s theme parks and non-stop nightlife. The Cabana Bay Beach Resort is a short 10 minute walk to the conference venue, Loews Royal Pacific Resort.

Special attendee rate: Standard Room for $99 / Family Suite for $119
Book by: November 3, 2015
Reservations: 407.503.9276

To make your hotel reservation, please book online or call Reservations at 407.503.9276 and ask for the Live! 360 Room Block.

Rates are based on availability, so book your accommodations today.

Cabana Bay Beach Resort
6550 Adventure Way
Orlando, FL 32819

Loews Royal Pacific Resort - SOLD OUT
Loews Royal Pacific Resort provides comfort and relaxation in an ideal location. Situated just a short walk or water taxi ride away from Universal’s two amazing theme parks, Universal Studios Florida® and Universal’s Islands of Adventure®, and Universal CityWalk®, this well-situated property makes visiting this sunny locale easy.

Hard Rock Hotel - SOLD OUT
Live like a rock star at the exciting Hard Rock Hotel® at Universal Orlando® Resort. From the sweeping California mission-style facades to the legendary Palm Restaurant to a palm-lined swimming pool where you're immersed in sound, not just water, it's the coolest hotel on earth.

Hard Rock Hotel
5800 Universal Blvd.
Orlando, FL 32819

Complete Conference & Hotel Package
If you select the Complete Conference + Hotel Package when registering, a hotel room at Loews Royal Pacific Resort or Hard Rock Hotel will be reserved for you (depending on your registration date).

Guests of Loews Royal Pacific Resort and Hard Rock Hotel will enjoy exclusive theme park benefits including:

Conference Venue Orlando 2015

  • SKIP THE REGULAR LINES with Universal ExpressSM Unlimited ride access** in both theme parks all day - a FREE benefit worth up to $89 per person, per day^ (valid theme park admission required)
  • Early Park Admission to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™, one hour before the theme parks open (valid theme park admission required)
  • Take the complimentary water taxis along picturesque waterways to both theme parks and Universal CityWalk®
  • Priority seating at select restaurants throughout the resort

And more!

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Hotel Disclaimers:
* Premium wireless access is complimentary for up to 4 devices per room for a 24-hour period 1pm to 1pm.
** Paid theme park admission required. Benefit not valid for guests staying at Universal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort; available for purchase only. Not valid at Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey™, Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts™, and other select attractions. Not valid at Hogwarts Express. Only valid for the number of guests staying in the room for the length of hotel stay as indicated on the Universal Express Unlimited pass. Available during normal theme park operating hours only. Not valid for separately ticketed special events. Additional restrictions may apply and benefits are subject to change without notice.
^Based on seasonal peak pricing for the Universal ExpressSM Unlimited pass.
† Early Park Admission begins one (1) hour prior to regular scheduled park opening to one (1) Universal Orlando theme park as determined by Universal Orlando. Valid at select attractions at each park. Universal Orlando Resort reserves the right to open alternative attractions in the event that a technical problem arises or an attraction opening is delayed.

Travel

Car Rental Discounts
Avis Rent-a-Car is offering a discount on car rental for Live! 360 Orlando attendees. To receive the discounted rates, call Avis at 800.331.1600 and use the Avis Worldwide Discount (AWD) number D005872, or click here to make your reservation online.

Airport Transportation (Orlando International Airport)
Loews Royal Pacific Resort does not provide airport transportation, but there are several options:

Mears Transportation
800.759.5219
Mears provides convenient and affordable transportation between the Orlando International Airport and Loews Royal Pacific Resort. One way fares start at $18.  This is a shuttle service that will have other stops along the way. Mears can also assist with sedan reservations or advance taxi reservations.

Taxi
One way fares from Orlando International Airport (MCO) average $45-$50.

Directions to the Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando:
Located in Universal Studios Florida, Loews Royal Pacific Resort is only 15 minutes from Orlando International Airport.

From Turnpike (North and South):

  • Take Exit 259 (I-4 interchange) onto I-4 West (Tampa)
  • Take Exit 74B (Universal Studios) and get in the right lane
  • At traffic light, turn right onto Hollywood Way.
  • Loews Royal Pacific Resort entrance is second entrance on the right

From Downtown Orlando (I-4 West):

  • Take I-4 West to Exit 74B (Universal Studios) and get in the right lane
  • At traffic light, turn right onto Hollywood Way
  • Loews Royal Pacific Resort entrance is second on the right

From Tampa (I-4 East):

  • Take I-4 East towards downtown Orlando.
  • Take Exit 75A (Universal Studios) and get in the left lane
  • At traffic light, turn left on Universal Blvd.
  • Turn left at next traffic light (Hollywood Way)
  • Loews Royal Pacific Resort entrance is 1/3 mile on your left

From Orlando International Airport:

  • Take the North exit out the airport onto Beachline Expressway (SR528) West (International Drive, Convention Center)
  • Continue on Beachline and take I-4 East
  • Take Exit 75A (Universal Studios) and get in the left lane
  • At the end of the exit ramp, turn left onto Universal Blvd.
  • At the second traffic light, turn left (Hollywood Way)
  • Loews Royal Pacific Resort entrance is 1/3 mile on your left

*SR528 is a toll road.

From I-95 South:

  • Take I-95 South to Exit 260B (I-4 West towards Orlando)
  • Take I-4 West to Exit 74B (Universal Studios) and get in the right lane
  • At the traffic light, turn right onto Hollywood Way
  • Loews Royal Pacific resort entrance is second on the right

From I-95 North:

  • Take I-95 North to Exit 205 (SR528 - Beachline Expressway) heading West
  • Continue on Beachline and take I-4 East
  • Take Exit 75A (Universal Studios) and get in the left lane
  • Turn left on Universal Blvd.
  • Turn left at second traffic light (Hollywood Way)
  • Loews Royal Pacific Resort entrance is 1/3 mile on your left

*SR528 is a toll road.

Parking:
Hotel Self or valet parking for Live! 360 attendees:

  • Self-parking is $8* per day
  • Valet parking is $12* per day

* Rates subject to change without prior notice.

Universal Orlando® Theme Park Ticket Information

Looking to relax and have some fun after a long day of learning? When you stay with us at the Loews Royal Pacific Hotel, you’ll receive some great perks if you plan to head over to Universal Orlando® Theme Park - be sure to take advantage of everything our host hotel has to offer!

Theme Park Tickets
Click here to purchase Universal Orlando® theme park tickets.

After 2pm Convention Tickets
Once you arrive and check in for Live 360!, you can show your conference badge at the Universal Orlando ticket desk in the lobby of the Loews Royal Pacific Resort and purchase after 2:00pm discounted tickets. Single Park admission tickets are $53.99. Park-to-Park admission tickets are $90.99.

Note: you need a Universal Orlando® theme park “Park-to-Park” pass to ride the Hogwarts™Express train between the two parks to experience all of the Harry Potter™ magic and excitement.

Discover Orlando and the Universal Orlando areas
Visit www.orlandoinfo.com  for information on places to visit and things to do in the Orlando area. You can also visit www.universalorlando.com/convention for more information on Universal Orlando® Resort.

Walt Disney World Discounted Ticket Information
Live! 360 Orlando is also offering attendees specially priced Disney Meeting/Convention Theme Park tickets! Simply call 407-566-5600 or click the image to take advantage of this offer. Please note the cut-off date for advance purchase savings is November 15, 2015.