0x41con is a small, invite-only event focused *cough* on offensive security, bringing together hackers with a proven track record from around the world. The number of attendees is expected to be somewhere around 50, and a strict no-recording/no-photos will be enforced throughout 0x41con. Attendance is free, but you must contact the organisers to obtain an invite. The easiest way to obtain an invite is to submit a talk :) The second easiest way is to have a nice hacking portfolio. And last, you could try to bribe the organisers. Because of the free nature of the event, you have to take care of your trip and stay. Once you get the invite, you can ask the organisers for hints and tips about accommodation, the general area and so on. -xerub