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'''Rideshare''' - Santa Fe no longer as a taxicab service. Rideshare apps like Lyft and Uber are the best way to get a ride around town. | '''Rideshare''' - Santa Fe no longer as a taxicab service. Rideshare apps like Lyft and Uber are the best way to get a ride around town. | ||
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'''Courtyard by Marriot''' - For those staying at the Marriott, a 12-person hotel shuttle will transport you from the hotel to SFI each day and back again. Inquire about this service when you check in. | '''Courtyard by Marriot''' - For those staying at the Marriott, a 12-person hotel shuttle will transport you from the hotel to SFI each day and back again. Inquire about this service when you check in. (more info above) | ||
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'''SFI Shuttle Service''' - For those who need it, we will provide '''SFI Shuttle Service''' from downtown Santa Fe to the Santa Fe Institute Campus each day the program meets. Shuttles will depart at 8:30am from the Water & Sandoval St. Be there by 8:15 to board the shuttle. If you are on foot, be sure to book accommodations within walking distance. | '''SFI Shuttle Service''' - For those who need it, we will provide '''SFI Shuttle Service''' from downtown Santa Fe to the Santa Fe Institute Campus each day the program meets. Shuttles will depart at 8:30am from the Water & Sandoval St. Be there by 8:15 to board the shuttle. If you are on foot, be sure to book accommodations within walking distance. |
Revision as of 17:39, 25 March 2019
GSSS 2019 |
Housing
Each participant is responsible to find, book and pay for their own housing.
Book by May 10 at the latest We recommend that you book your stay as soon as possible as Santa Fe is busy in the summer months. Please be sure to book your accommodations by May 10 so that we can plan transportation with plenty of time. We will send out a survey in late May about SFI Shuttle Service (see below)
Courtyard by Marriot We have a room block for 12 at the Courtyard by Marriott located at 3347 Cerrillos Road in Santa Fe. The room block is for single rooms (king bed) at a cost of $125.83 per night (taxes included). The block is limited to 12 rooms because it includes a seat on their shuttle so that you can easily get to GSSS each morning and return each evening. The Courtyard by Marriott is located in fashionable Midtown, Santa Fe close to Meow Wolf, Second Street Brewery Rufina Tap Room, and other venues. It is 5 miles from downtown but has shuttle service.
Santa Fe International Hostel 1412 Cerrillos Rd, Santa Fe, NM • 15 minutes to Downtown Plaza by car or bus. • 20 minutes to the Santa Fe Institute by car. • Dorm Room + shared bath; Single + shared bath; Single + private bath these options usually cost $20-$35/night • Cheapest to book through hostelworld.com (must pay in cash upon arrival). • Can also book through airbnb.com (taxes and airbnb fees will apply). • If you have questions, please email questions@santafehostel.com for assistance • (505) 988-1153
Other Options Hotels in downtown Santa Fe Hotels along Hwy 14/Cerrillos Road (you will need a car to access them) Airbnb Any rent-by-owner service property
Note: if we get any new information, it will be posted here
We encourage participants to self-organize if they would like to split the costs of a hotel room or Airbnb rental or some other rental.
Number 4/ Use this google spreadsheet to get in touch with each other.
Transportation / SFI Shuttle
Rental Car - It will be easiest to get around Santa Fe is you have a car. There is plenty of parking at the Santa Fe Institute (SFI) if you choose to drive.
Rideshare - Santa Fe no longer as a taxicab service. Rideshare apps like Lyft and Uber are the best way to get a ride around town.
Courtyard by Marriot - For those staying at the Marriott, a 12-person hotel shuttle will transport you from the hotel to SFI each day and back again. Inquire about this service when you check in. (more info above)
SFI Shuttle Service - For those who need it, we will provide SFI Shuttle Service from downtown Santa Fe to the Santa Fe Institute Campus each day the program meets. Shuttles will depart at 8:30am from the Water & Sandoval St. Be there by 8:15 to board the shuttle. If you are on foot, be sure to book accommodations within walking distance.
SFI Shuttle Planning - we ask that everyone book their hotel by May 10. On May 12, we will send out a survey to figure out where everyone is staying and who needs SFI Shuttle Service. We will make any necessary adjustsments after the survey is completed.
THANKS EVERYONE!
Program Start
CHECK-IN:
The program will begin at 9:00am on Monday July 15th at the Santa Fe Institute. Please plan to arrive in Santa Fe a day or two prior to get adjusted and settle in to your accommodations.
Program End
LAST DAY OF LECTURES: Friday, July 26, 2019
Meals
Lunch Monday - Friday will be provided at the Santa Fe Institute (SFI). All other meals are on your own.
Getting Around
Santa Fe no longer as a taxicab service. Rideshare apps like Uber and Lyft are the best way to get a ride around town.
Santa Fe
SANTA FE:
Santa Fe is located in northern New Mexico at an elevation of 7,000 feet (2,130 meters) in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. With a population of over 65,000 people, it is well known for its art, culture, dining, and year-round outdoor activities. June/July weather is usually hot and sunny during the day (90F/32C) and cool in the evening (55F/13C). There are often thundershowers in the afternoon. Dress is casual. Be sure to bring sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat with you. Hiking boots are also recommended.
For more information about Santa Fe and events taking place during your visit, please look at <http://www.santafe.com>.
Should you have any questions about this material, feel free to contact Carla Shedivy at (505) 946-2724 or education@santafe.edu.