Just purchased a couple plane tickets for my dad and I. Not too bad - $260. I did a little mix-in-match with the airlines, flying American to Tampa and Delta returning to Dallas. That saved some money.
I'm now looking for the hotels. Curious to know where folks are staying? Since the Assembly is at the Convention Center, there appears to be no official hotel. Looks like the Embassy Suites and Marriot are the two closest hotels.
also recommends the Sheraton and Hyatt a bit further away, .4 miles. Anyone know if that is an easy walk? I see a large expressway in the path.