RESERVATION DEADLINE: FRIDAY, AUGUST 29
The conference will be held at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, located in the heart of Center City Philadelphia. The conference room rate is $209 per night, plus tax, single or double occupancy. Reservations can be made by calling (800) 266-9432 or online below.
Philadelphia is a dynamic place where big city excitement meets hometown charm. Famous as the birthplace of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, the cradle of liberty offers much more than cobblestone streets and historical landmarks. A wealth of cultural riches can be found in Philadelphia and its surrounding areas, including restored historical homes, botanical gardens, the United States’ first zoo and three centuries worth of architectural masterpieces.
The city is filled with museums, cultural centers and performing arts venues, as well as numerous locations celebrating Philadelphia’s rich heritage and modern style. And, of course, the greatest concentration of American history can be found just blocks away at Independence National Historical Park, including the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. Philadelphia's compact downtown places all of this and so much more within a short walk or cab ride from the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown.
TRAVEL TO PHILADELPHIA
The local airport for travel to Philadelphia is the Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). The AACR, as conference organizer, has appointed Experient as the official air travel coordinator for this conference. To make your reservation, please contact Experient:
Experient is open Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. (U.S. Central time). A $22 service fee will be charged for phone reservations; $15 for online reservations.
Amtrak offers a 10% discount off the lowest available rail fare to Philadelphia between September 19 and September 28, 2008. To book your reservation call Amtrak at (800) 872-7245 or contact your local travel agent. Please be sure to refer to Convention Fare Code X22S-934 when making your reservation. This offer is not valid on the Auto Train. Fare is valid on Amtrak Regional and Acela service for all departures seven days a week, except for holiday blackouts. Offer valid with Sleepers, Business Class or First Class seats with payment of the full applicable accommodation charges. For additional information on Amtrak service, please visit www.amtrak.com/.
GROUND TRANSPORTATION
There are several choices of transportation between the airport and the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown. Taxi service is available between the airport and the conference area. Cost for a one-way trip is approximately $27, gratuity not included. The Tropiano Shuttle Company offers service between the airport and the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown. Shuttles pick-up and drop-off every half hour and reservations are required. The cost is $10 each way. For more information and to make reservations, please contact the hotel at (800) 228-9290.
Regional Rail service is available between the airport and Market East Station, which neighbors the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown. For more information, visit the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (Septa) website at www.septa.org/. Fares are $4.25 to $5.50 for a one-way trip.
INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL
Researchers from over 50 different countries around the world regularly participate in AACR meetings and conferences. The Association encourages and appreciates the contributions of international researchers at our programs. If you plan to attend this AACR conference, please contact the American Consulate in your country to review the current regulations for travel to the United States. Obtaining the proper documentation may take several weeks or months, depending on your location, so we encourage you to contact the consulate as soon as possible if you are considering attending this conference. Information is also available on
the U.S. Department of State website.
HELPFUL WEBSITES FOR INTERNATIONAL TRAVELERS