Silicon Valley is Mecca to the Geek as Garden Court Hotel is Mecca to the Geek Chic where the best of both worlds collide. Located on Downtown Palo Alto's tree lined streets, Garden Court Hotel is known as the go-to place for entrepreneurs, inventors and venture capitalists.
In honor of the Geeks who geeked out enough to turn their ideas into a global industry we have created our version of a Geek Chic experience. Visit the Computer History Museum. Dine at Il Fornaio Palo Alto. Use our custom GPS route offering a day of Geekdom saturation; start out down the street at the original HP garage, ogle at Google, shop at the exclusive Apple Company Store and check-in at Facebook headquarters. Finish the day with an unforgettable aerial tour on Airship Ventures' Zepplin from historic Moffett Field. This 45-minute aerial tour takes you over the locations and companies that make Silicon Valley famous.
Enjoy
- Deluxe king accommodation
- Welcome amenity of two t-shirts from the Computer History Museum
- $50.00 certificate for power dining at Il Fornaio
- In-room iPad2 use during your stay
- Blackberry thumb massage
- Two tickets to the Computer History Museum
- Two Reservations for Airship Ventures' Discover Zepplin Tour 45-minute aerial tour over Silicon Valley
- Complimentary overnight parking
- Complimentary wireless internet connection
- Late Check-out 2pm (subject to availability –must be confirmed 48 hours prior to stay)
$1,299.00
(Geek Chic Package is available nights in coordination with Airship Ventures availability. All room assignments and types are based on availability. This package may not be combined with other offers. All Airship Ventures rules and regulations apply and Garden Court Hotel is not held responsible for any loss or damage in conjunction with Airship Ventures Tour)
RESERVATION INQUIRY
Fill out the form below so we may coordinate with Airship Ventures and provide the best possible availability for this package. We will contact you within 24hrs and work to confirm reservations ASAP. A deposit is required for the Airship Venture reservations and will be determined at time of confirmation based on the current cancellation policy.
Please see "Know Before You Go" information and Airship Ventures Policies & Procedures following this inquiry form.
BEFORE YOU BOOK
Flight Restrictions
While we allow all over the age of three, for safety reasons ALL passengers must be able to independently climb and descend stairs to board and disembark from the airship. They must also be able to walk from our passenger briefing area to the airfield vehicle, and from the vehicle on to the airfield. The airfield may be uneven ground. Passengers may be required to stand on the airfield for up to five minutes prior to flight.
The airship, like a balloon or small aircraft, has a fixed payload capacity, i.e.: there are limits to how much weight we can carry. We use standard estimates for men, women, adults and children in calculating our flight parameters (such as ballast and fuel needed) on any given day. If you or a member of your party is under 100 lbs. or over 300 lbs., we'd appreciate knowing ahead of time to avoid delays during check in and boarding. We may ask you about your weight at the time of booking. Airship Ventures also reserves the right to deny carriage to any passenger if, in the Pilot-In-Command's view, a safety risk would result.
Booking Fees
A non-refundable booking fee is included in the price of every reservation
Special Requests
Please advise us at the time of your reservation if you have any special requirements relating to a birthday, anniversary, or other special occasions. We will do our best to meet your requirements, but please note that we are sometimes dependent on our suppliers. No personal food or beverages may be taken aboard the airship.
BEFORE YOU FLY:
Tickets
After making your reservations, you will receive confirmation letter, receipt and Terms and Conditions contract for your flight. Please present your confirmation and signed Terms and Conditions contract on the date of your flight at the Guest Services Center (see Locations below). Your ticket or boarding pass will be issued at that time. Please note that each passenger must present a valid photo ID (e.g., passport or drivers license) at the time of ticket/boarding pass issuance.
Confirmation
We ask you to call our Guest Services Center one day prior to your scheduled flight if weather conditions are in question. Up to date flight information will also be available in a recorded message and on our website. In case of flight cancellation or postponement due to inclement weather or other operational reasons, neither scheduled flight times nor dates are guaranteed and form no part of your flight contract.
If we have to cancel your flight due to the weather, temporary flight restrictions or other operational reasons, we will work with you to reschedule your flight for another convenient date.
Flight Terminal Location - Moffett Field
ON FLIGHT DAY:
Check-in Requirement
Set boarding times are required for on-time flights. Passengers who do not obtain a ticket/boarding pass and are not present and available for boarding in the departure area at least 60 minutes prior to scheduled departure time may have their reserved space cancelled. Please note that you must present a valid photo ID (e.g., passport or drivers license) at the time of ticket/boarding pass issuance. If you are flying from Moffett Field, please allow a little extra time to stop and show your ID at the main gate
Tips for Proper Attire
Your airship flight may require boarding or disembarking on unpaved surfaces such as fields or gravel surfaces. Please wear comfortable shoes and clothing in anticipation of this. High heels are not recommended. The temperature in the air is often different to that on the ground. We advise layering clothing to enable you to adjust to your personal comfort level. The airship will be heated on cool weather occasions (night or day).
Baggage
Carry-on baggage on airship flights is limited to items for personal use during the flight (i.e., one camera per passenger). Generally additional baggage is not permitted. Any excess baggage may be held for the duration of the flight at the owner's risk.
Security
Airship Ventures complies with the security requirements of the airfields that it operates from. You may be required undergo a brief screening for potentially hazardous objects prior to boarding the airship.
Smoke and Animal-Free Flights
All airship flights are non-smoking and animals will not be accepted for carriage onboard.
Professional Photography and Videography
You are welcome to take pictures and video for your own personal use. However if you wish to take images or footage for purposes of a documentary, story, news item or for other commercial purposes such as a photo library or book, you will need to obtain our permission. This is so that we can notify other passengers on your flight who may not wish to be involved, and insure that you have the proper support and permissions.
Weather and Operational Cancellations and Delays
It is possible that a flight time may be delayed due to weather or other operational reasons. We advise you to plan to be generally available on the day of your flight to allow for this eventuality. We will be asking you for a cell phone or other immediate contact information so that we can keep you informed. If we have to cancel your flight due to the weather, temporary flight restrictions or other operational reasons, we will work with you to reschedule your flight for the next convenient date.
Electronic Devices
The use of following electronic devices aboard the airship may be hazardous and is thus strictly prohibited at all times: cellular phones, radio telephones, CD/DVD players, cordless/wireless devices, televisions, radio-operated toys, etc. Mobile phones must remain "off." All other equipment such as video players, cassette recorders, laptops, calculators or video cameras can be used during flight when the seat belt sign is "off," as long as they do not cause interference. Please observe the directions of the flight crew.
Seat Reservation
Seat assignments are not guaranteed and are changeable at the discretion of the flight crew. A window seat is guaranteed!
AIRSHIP VENTURES, INC. GIFT CARD USER AGREEMENT
This Gift Card User Agreement (the "Agreement") contains terms and conditions ("Terms and Conditions") applicable to the Airship Ventures Gift Card. Please read these Terms and Conditions carefully and keep a copy for your records. By accepting and using your Card, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. In these Terms and Conditions, the "Card" means the Airship Ventures Gift Card issued by AIRSHIP VENTURES CA, INC. "You" and "Your" refer to the person who has purchased or received the Card. "We," "Us," and "Our" refer to AIRSHIP VENTURES CA, INC.
Sale of Cards
Airship Ventures offers Cards for sale at its executive offices at its customer reception center in Bldg 20 at Moffett Field, at any Airship Ventures terminal location, via telephone (during business hours, 8 to 5, M-F) at 1-650-969-8100, or online at www.airshipventures.com. We, in our sole discretion, may refuse to sell a Card to any individual for any reason. Airship Ventures also does not represent or warrant that your Card will always be accessible or accepted.
Card Transactions
You may use your Card to pay for purchases only at the Airship Ventures customer reception center in Bldg 20 at Moffett Field, at any Airship Ventures terminal location, via telephone (during business hours, 8 to 5, M-F) at 1-650-969-8100, or online at www.airshipventures.com, and to purchase Zeppelin NT flights in Germany through Deutsche Zeppelin-Reederei (DZR) in Friedrichshafen.
Upon any purchase using the Card, the amount available on the Card will be reduced by the amount of such purchase. The use of the Card for purchases constitutes a demand against and withdrawal from the remaining value on your Card. You must have sufficient, available funds on a Card to pay for any purchase or pay any difference between the available funds and the purchase amount by cash, check or credit or debit card. The maximum amount of available funds on a Card shall not exceed $1,000.00 at any time. You may use your Card only in the manner and for the purposes authorized by these Terms and Conditions. It is your responsibility to ensure you receive a receipt for each Card you purchase and to verify that the Card number listed on the receipt matches the numbers printed on each Card. We recommend you verify this information with each purchase completed with your Card, and retain all receipts for your records. You do not have the right to stop payment on any transaction originated by use of your Card. You are responsible for all transactions initiated by use of your Card.
Card Balance
You may check the available balance on your Card at the Airship Ventures customer reception center, by calling CUSTOMER SERVICE (during business hours, 8 to 5, M-F) at 1-650-969-8100, or online at www.airshipventures.com. Available balance on a Card shall equal the amount of funds for such Card as reflected on our records; if it does not, we will only make changes if you can prove otherwise to our satisfaction.
Cash Redemption
Where required by law, we will provide a cash redemption on a Card. We will provide a cash redemption on any Card sold in California that has a remaining cash value of less than $10.00.
Lost, Stolen or Damaged Cards
Notify us AT ONCE if you believe your Card has been lost, stolen or damaged by calling CUSTOMER SERVICE (during business hours, 8 to 5, M-F) at 1-650-969-8100, or writing to us at the following address: Airship Ventures, Customer Service Department, NASA Research Park, P.O. Box 345, Moffett Field, CA 94035-0345. Upon presentation of the original receipt for the purchase/activation of the Card, Airship Ventures may issue a replacement Card in the amount of the then remaining balance. We reserve the right not to accept any Card or to otherwise limit the use of a Card if we reasonably believe that the use is unauthorized, fraudulent or otherwise unlawful. Privacy Statement. For more information regarding how we collect, use and disclose information concerning the Card, you should refer to Airship Venture's Privacy Policy at www.airshipventures.com/policies#privacy.
Amendments
We may amend these Terms and Conditions at any time by posting updated or revised Terms and Conditions on this website. Please check this website frequently for any updates or revisions to these Terms and Conditions.
Severability/No Waiver
If any provision of these Terms and Conditions shall be deemed unlawful, void or unenforceable for any reason, then such provision shall be deemed severable from these Terms and Conditions and shall not affect the validity and enforceability of any remaining provisions. Our failure to enforce the strict performance of any provision of these Terms and Conditions will not constitute a waiver of our right to subsequently enforce such provision or any other provisions of these Terms and Conditions. Governing Law. These Terms and Conditions are subject to the laws of the State of California without giving effect to the principle of conflicts of laws. Arbitration Rights. PLEASE READ THIS SECTION CAREFULLY. IT AFFECTS RIGHTS THAT YOU MAY OTHERWISE HAVE. IT PROVIDES FOR RESOLUTION OF MOST DISPUTES THROUGH ARBITRATION INSTEAD OF COURT TRIALS. ARBITRATION IS FINAL AND BINDING AND SUBJECT TO ONLY VERY LIMITED REVIEW BY A COURT. THIS ARBITRATION CLAUSE SHALL SURVIVE TERMINATION OF THIS AGREEMENT.
Binding Arbitration
This provision is intended to be interpreted broadly to encompass all disputes or claims arising out of our relationship. Any dispute or claim made by you against us arising out of or relating to this Agreement or your use of the Card (whether based in contract, tort, statute, fraud, misrepresentation or any other legal theory) will be resolved by binding arbitration except that (a) you may take claims to small claims court if they qualify for hearing by such a court, or (b) you or we may choose to pursue claims in court if the claims relate solely to the collection of any debts you owe to us. However, even for those claims that may be taken to court, you and we both waive any claims for punitive damages.
Arbitration Procedures
You must first present any claim or dispute to us by contacting our Customer Service Department to allow us an opportunity to resolve the dispute. You may request arbitration if your claim or dispute cannot be resolved within sixty (60) days. The arbitration of any dispute or claim shall be conducted in accordance with the American Arbitration Association ("AAA") as modified by this Agreement. The AAA rules and information about arbitration and fees are available upon request from the AAA (call 1-800-778-7879) or online at www.adr.org. You and we agree that this Agreement evidences a transaction in interstate commerce and this arbitration provision will be interpreted and enforced in accordance with the U.S. Federal Arbitration Act and federal arbitration law. Unless you and we agree otherwise, any arbitration will take place in Santa Clara County, California, and will be conducted in the English language. An arbitrator may not award relief in excess of or contrary to what this Agreement provides, or award punitive damages or any other damages aside from the prevailing party's actual damages, except that the arbitrator may award on an individual basis damages required by statute and may order injunctive or declaratory relief pursuant to an applicable consumer protection statute. In any arbitration applying the AAA Rules applicable to large/complex cases, the arbitrators must also apply the Federal Rules of Evidence, and the losing party may have the award reviewed in accordance with the review procedures set forth in the AAA Rules. Any arbitration party may have the award reviewed in accordance with the review procedures set forth in the AAA Rules. Any arbitration shall be confidential, and neither you nor we may disclose the existence, content or results of any arbitration, except as may be required by law or for purposes of enforcement of the arbitration award. Judgment on any arbitration award may be entered in any court having proper jurisdiction. If any portion of this arbitration clause is determined by a court to be inapplicable or invalid, then the remainder shall still be given full force and effect. Costs of Arbitration: All administrative fees and expenses of arbitration will be divided equally between you and us, except that for claims of less than $1,000, you will be obligated to pay $25 and we will pay all other administrative costs and fees. In all arbitrations, each party will bear the expense of its own counsel, experts, witnesses and preparation and presentation of evidence at the arbitration.
Waiver of Punitive Damage Claims
By this Agreement, both you and we are waiving certain rights to litigate disputes in court. If for any reason this arbitration clause is deemed inapplicable or invalid, you and we both waive, to the fullest extent allowed by law, any claims to recover punitive or exemplary damages.
Disclaimers and Limits of Liability
AIRSHIP VENTURES MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS, WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WITH RESPECT TO THE CARD, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE OR NON-INFRINGEMENT, OR ANY WARRANTY ARISING BY USAGE OF TRADE, COURSE OF DEALING OR COURSE OF PERFORMANCE. AIRSHIP VENTURES DOES NOT REPRESENT OR WARRANT THAT YOUR CARD WILL ALWAYS BE ACCESSIBLE OR ACCEPTED.
IN THE EVENT THAT AIRSHIP VENTURES IS FOUND LIABLE TO YOU, YOU SHALL ONLY BE ENTITLED TO RECOVER ACTUAL AND DIRECT DAMAGES AND SUCH DAMAGES SHALL NOT EXCEED THE LAST BALANCE HELD ON YOUR CARD. AIRSHIP VENTURES SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION LOSS OF PROFIT, REVENUE OR USE) ARISING OUT OF OR IN ANY WAY CONNECTED WITH THIS AGREEMENT, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, WARRANTY, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE, WHETHER ACTIVE, PASSIVE OR IMPUTED), PRODUCT LIABILITY, STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHER THEORY, EVEN IF WE OR OUR AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVES HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. IN NO EVENT SHALL AIRSHIP VENTURES HAVE ANY LIABILITY FOR UNAUTHORIZED ACCESS TO, OR ALTERATION, THEFT OR DESTRUCTION OF A CARD THROUGH ACCIDENT, MISUSE, OR FRAUDULENT MEANS OR DEVICES BY YOU OR ANY THIRD PARTY, OR AS A RESULT OF ANY DELAY OR MISTAKE RESULTING FROM ANY CIRCUMSTANCES BEYOND OUR CONTROL.
The laws of certain states or other jurisdiction do not allow limitations on implied warranties, or the exclusion or limitation of certain damages. If these laws apply, some or all of the above disclaimers, exclusions, or limitations may not apply to you, and you may have rights in addition to those contained in this Agreement. In such jurisdiction, our liability is limited to the greatest extent permitted by law.
Entire Agreement; Construction
This Agreement is the complete and exclusive statement of Agreement between you and Airship Ventures, and supersedes and merges all prior proposals and all other agreements. In the event that any provision of this Agreement shall be determined to be illegal or unenforceable, that provision will be eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that this Agreement shall otherwise remain in full force and effect and enforceable. Headings herein are for convenience of reference only and shall in no way affect interpretation of this Agreement.
Inquiries or Questions
If you have any questions regarding this Agreement or your Card, please call CUSTOMER SERVICE (during business hours, 8 to 5, M-F) at 1-650-969-8100 or visit our web site at www.airshipventures.com.
AIRSHIP VENTURES, INC. LEAGL DISCLOSURE
Airship Ventures, Inc. (CST #2093391-40) and Airship Ventures CA, Inc. (CST #2094045--40) are registered Sellers of Travel under the California Seller of Travel Law and participate in the California Travel Consumer Restitution Fund. The following disclosures are made as required by the California Seller of Travel Law. Please note that registration as a Seller of Travel does not constitute approval by the State of California.
California law requires certain sellers of travel to have a trust account or bond. This business has a trust account and is required to deposit 100% of all customer funds into this trust account until such time as the travel services are delivered to the customer or the customer defaults on his obligations to purchase the travel.
Upon cancellation of the transportation or travel services, where the passenger is not at fault and has not canceled in violation of any terms and conditions previously disclosed and agreed to by the passenger, all sums paid to the seller of travel for services not provided will be promptly refunded to the passenger, less any agreed cancellation fees and penalties. This provision does not apply where the seller of travel has remitted the payment to another registered wholesale seller of travel or a carrier, without obtaining a refund, and where the wholesaler or provider defaults in providing the agreed-upon transportation or service. In this situation, the seller of travel must provide the passenger with a written statement accompanied by bank records establishing the disbursement of the payment, and if disbursed to a wholesale seller of travel, proof of current registration of that wholesaler.
RIGHT OF CALIFORNIA CUSTOMER TO MAKE CLAIM ON THE CALIFORNIA TRAVEL CONSUMER RESTITUTION FUND
Airship Ventures, Inc. and Airship Ventures CA, Inc. participate in the Travel Consumer Restitution Corporation (TCRC). You, the passenger, may request reimbursement from TCRC if you are owed a refund of more than $50 for transportation or travel services which was not refunded in a timely manner by a seller of travel who was registered and participating in the TCRC at the time of sale. The maximum amount which may be paid by the TCRC to any one passenger is the total amount paid on behalf of the passenger to the seller of travel, not to exceed $15,000.
A claim must be submitted to the TCRC within six months after the scheduled completion date of the travel. A claim must include sufficient information and documentation to prove your claim and a $35 processing fee. You must agree to waive your right to other civil remedies against a registered participating seller of travel for matters arising out of a sale for which you file a claim with the TCRC, provided you purchased the subject travel from within California.
You may request a claim form by writing to: Travel Consumer Restitution Corporation, PO Box 6001, Larkspur, CA 94977-6001; or by faxing a request to: (415)927-7698.
For those purchasing travel from outside of California, such transactions are not covered by the California Travel Consumer Restitution Corporation.
AIRSHIP VENTURES, INC. PRIVACY
In general, you can visit us on the internet without telling us who you are or giving us personal information. There are times when we may need information from you, for instance: to process an order, to correspond, to provide a subscription or in connection with a job application. We may supplement this information to complete a transaction or to provide a better service.
Customers who receive requested mailings may opt-out of receiving future mailings at any time; simply follow the instructions in a mailing that you have received.
Our site uses various forms for customers to request information, products, and services. We collect visitor's contact information (such as email address) and financial information (such as account or credit card numbers). Contact information from the order form is used to send orders and information about our company and products. The customer's contact information is also used to get in touch with the customer/visitor when necessary.
Financial information that is collected is used to bill the customer for products and services.
In the event that Airship Ventures or one or more of it's product assets are acquired, customer contact information will be one of the transferred assets.