NAPT – ABOUT napt-Los Angeles

About Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles is where stars are born.  Millions flock yearly to the city of angels with dreams of superstardom.  This constant flow of unique individuals has transformed Los Angeles into a true melting pot of cultures, characters and cuisine.  Los Angeles is one city that has something for everyone.  While you are in LA, check out the Walk of Fame, take a trip to Universal Studios, or shop the world famous Rodeo Drive. Not your style?  No problem. LA is the land of reinvention – try something new. Hike. Surf. Party. LA is at your fingertips. Go get it. Los Angeles is where dreams are made, the only thing stopping you is your own imagination.

Qualifiers for NAPT Los Angeles will stay at the historic Millennium Biltmore Hotel.  Home to the very first Oscars Ceremony, the Millennium Biltmore is steeped in tradition and movie magic.  Hundreds of movies and TV shows have been filmed in its very halls -Iron Man, Dream Girls, Mission Impossible, Wedding Crashers, and Ghost Busters to name a few.  Even Alfred Hitchcock has lurked in the stairwells. You will be transported back to old-school Hollywood and marvel at this grand hotel. 

Important: Please note persons under the age of twenty-one (21) are not permitted to gamble at the Bicycle Casino.

How To Get There

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the central airport serving the LA area with direct flights from many US cities and international destinations.The airport features nine terminals and is one of the largest airports in the U.S. The airport is about 25 minutes from downtown Los Angeles and also about the same distance from the Bicycle Casino in Bell Gardens. Taxi service and rental car providers are available at LA International airport. More information can be found on the airport website

LA/Ontario International Airport is located to the east, in the city of Ontario, California and is the next most prominent airport after LAX. For more information visit the airports website at www.lawa.org/welcomeONT.aspx

There are also several regional airports to consider when flying to LA. Check out Burbank Airport (BUR), Long Beach Airport (LGB) or John Wayne Airport. Note that all regional airports are closer to LA than LA/Ontario International Airport. Please check the individual airport website for more information and flight details.

For driving directions please visit the Bike’s website.

From The Airport To The Hotel

Taxi services are available at all airports. Please check for rental car providers at your arrival airport.  

Accommodation

Qualifiers for NAPT Los Angeles will stay at the grand Millennium Biltmore Hotel Los Angeles.  Located in downtown Los Angeles, the Millennium Biltmore is a short drive from the Bicycle Casino.  Shuttle busses between The Millennium Biltmore Hotel and The Bicycle Casino will be provided (shuttle schedule available on site).

The Millennium Biltmore Hotel Los Angeles

506 South Grand Avenue
Los Angeles, CA
USA 90071-2607

For more information regarding the Millennium Biltmore Hotel Los Angeles please visit the following link: http://www.millenniumhotels.com/millenniumlosangeles/index.html

Players who have won full prize packages on PokerStars.net will be notified of their hotel details by email. You do not need to make a hotel reservation. If you have any queries, please email napt@pokerstars.net.

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Useful Information

Time: GMT-8.

Language: English.

Climate: The Mediterranean-style climate in Los Angeles provides mild weather combined with year-round sunshine. The average temperature in early March is  65 – 70 degrees Fahrenheit

Currency:
USD

Voltage: 120 volts.

NAPT Video
VENUE NAPT Los Angeles
LOCATION The Bicycle Casino, CA
DATES March 5-10, 2011
BUY-IN Main Event:
USD 4,750+250
NAPT Leaderboards
NAPT Los Angeles Season 1
Main Event
Pos. Name Cash
1 Joe Tehan 725,000
2 Chris DeMaci 440,000
3 Al Grimes 250,000
4 Anh Van Nguyen 195,000
5 Ray  Henson 145,000
6 Michael Binger 114,000
7 Jason Mercier 84,857
8 Jake Toole 60,000
9 Alan Myerson 47,000
10 Jimmie Guinther 47,000
11 Joseph Melancon 37,000
12 George Lind 37,000
13 Matt  Affleck 27,000
14 Anthony Nardi 27,000
15 Carlos Watanabe 21,000
16 Thomas Young 21,000
17 Carl Beliveau 18,000
18 Jonathan Gagnon-Villenueve 18,000
19 Micah Raskin 18,000
20 Mike Leah 18,000