The 2009 Economic History Association Meetings

Human Welfare: Measurement, Analysis and Interpretation

Hosted by University of Arizona
Loews Ventana Canyon Resort Tucson

Tucson, Arizona
September 11-13, 2009
Richard Steckel, President

Hotel

The Loews Ventana Canyon Resort in Tucson, Arizona is nestled in the Catalina Mountain foothills on 100 acres of ancient Sonoran desert, one mile from the Sabino Canyon Recreational Facility, and 20 minutes from the University of Arizona.

It features:

  • 398 newly renovated guest rooms, including 26 suites, each with private terrace - some offering fireplaces and Jacuzzis
  • Two Presidential Suites with a two-tiered patio and spectacular views of either the 80-foot waterfall or the Canyon Golf Course. Includes baby grand piano, outdoor Jacuzzi and indoor Jacuzzi-tub.
  • Spa & Tennis Center - a 7,000-square-foot, full-service spa offering a full range of treatments, recreation and fitness facilities and classes
  • Two 18-hole, Fazio-designed PGA golf courses
  • Two swimming pools with Jacuzzis
  • Eight lighted tennis courts
  • Hiking, bicycle rentals, croquet court, ping-pong, and basketball
  • Concierge service
  • Self or valet parking: Self parking is $9 a day; Valet parking is $9 a day
  • 24-hour in-room dining

Book lodging directly with the hotel and request the Economic History Association group rate ($165/night single or double occupancy). Call +1 (520) 299-2020 or book online using these steps:

  1. Go to the Loews Ventana Canyon homepage
  2. Go to the "Book your room" box on the left-hand side and enter in dates, number of rooms, number of guests.
  3. Under "Partner Programs" select Group.
  4. Type in "EHA909" for the Group Code.
  5. Select your room type.
  6. Then you will have to enter address, credit card info, etc.
  7. A confirmation letter will be emailed to you.

If you would like to arrive before the conference or extend your stay past the conference dates, please contact the hotel reservations department directly to ensure you get the group rate.