Dr Lapidus' 70th Birthday Conference
Travel and Lodging
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Location — University of California, Riverside, USA
Conference Dates — July 7-9, 2026
Airports
Airports
Ontario International Airport (ONT)
Closest airport, recommended if possible (viz. domestic flights and some international flights from Asia)
30 minute drive from campus (often $40-50 ride share or taxi)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Largest nearby airport, often necessary for international flights
Minimum 1-1.5 hour drive, much more with LA traffic (2-3.5+ hours; avoid weekday rush hours); ride share or taxi directly may be $150+
Public transit: Bus (or ride) to Union Station, Metrolink to Riverside (91 line), Bus or ride to UCR/final destination; Metrolink Schedule (about 2.5+ hours)
Metrolink Map, with directions from LAX to UCR indicated.
Hotels and Lodging
Hotels and Lodging
Walking distance to campus/short bus ride
Courtyard by Marriott Riverside UCR/Moreno Valley Area (20 minute walk)
Mission Inn Riverside
Budget options: Dynasty Suites Hotel or Motel 6 Riverside (15 minute walk)
Longer bus ride/short drive
Numerous options in downtown Riverside (Marriott, Hyatt, Hilton, Hampton, Mission Inn)
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