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WELCOME |
We look forward to
seeing you at the AACSB International 2007 International Conference
and Annual Meeting. The information below outlines arrangements made
for meeting participants.
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MEETING START and END TIME |
The conference
begins with registration at 2:00 p.m. and a welcome reception at 5:00
p.m. on Sunday, April 22nd. The conference will end at 4:00 p.m. on
Tuesday, April 24th.
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ATTIRE |
Suggested dress is
business casual.
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CONFERENCE SITE |
Tampa Convention
Center
333 South Franklin Street
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 274-8511 or 1-800-426-5630
Website: http://www.tampagov.net
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LODGING SITE
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Conference
Headquarter Hotel:
Tampa Marriott Waterside
700 South Florida Avenue
Tampa, Florida 33602 USA
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Secondary
Hotel:
Westin Tampa Harbour Island Hotel
725 South Harbour Island Boulevard
Tampa, Florida 33602 USA
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Overflow Hotel:
Embassy Suites Downtown Tampa
513 South Florida Avenue.
Tampa, Florida 33602 USA
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Overflow
Hotel:
Sheraton Tampa Riverwalk Hotel
200 North Ashley Drive
Tampa, Florida 33602 USA |
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ABOUT THE HOTEL |
A striking
silhouette along the Channel Riverwalk, Tampa Marriott Waterside is a
bay front hotel in the heart of Downtown. This new hotel offers elegant
amenities for work and play, from complete business services to a
full-service spa and several delicious restaurants. Part of the Channelside District, Waterside Marriott Hotel and Marina is adjacent to
the Tampa Convention Center and is the perfect blend of city
sophistication and classic elegance that's sure to leave a lasting
impression.
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The Westin
Tampa Harbour Island stands on a tropically landscaped island in
downtown Tampa. Our ideal location is adjacent to the Tampa Convention
Center, two blocks from the St. Pete Times Forum, and convenient to many
area attractions. Features include quaint Harbour views, an outdoor
pool, restaurant, and lounge |
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The Embassy Suites is the only
downtown hotel with a direct connection to the Tampa Convention Center
by an open air sky bridge. Our beautiful 20 story atrium features
beautiful channelside views with plenty of activities just a short walk
from the hotel. Embassy Suites Tampa Downtown will be your newest and
best hotel destination in Tampa Bay. The Embassy Suites Tampa - Downtown
Convention Center is only seven miles from Tampa International Airport (TPA)
and just across Tampa Bay are St. Petersburg, Clearwater and gulf
beaches.
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The Sheraton Tampa Riverwalk Hotel is
situated on the banks of the stunning Hillsborough River; the downtown
Tampa hotel offers radiant hospitality and world-class service - sure to
melt the heart of any traveler. Enjoy tropical weather, spectacular
sunsets, and stunning waterfront views.
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HOTEL RESERVATIONS
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Each delegate is
responsible for making his or her own hotel reservation.
The cost of the hotel room is not included in the registration fee. Any
guestroom changes, cancellations, etc., are the delegate’s
responsibility and must be made directly with the hotel according to the
guidelines below in order to avoid financial penalty. A room block is
being held at all the above hotels for AACSB International Conference
participants. Preferred room rate at the Marriott is 179 USD per night,
169 USD per night at the Westin, 179 USD per night at the Embassy Suites
and 149 USD at the Sheraton Tampa Riverwalk Hotel. All prices are quoted
for single or double occupancy, plus tax. The hotels listed above
must be contacted no later than March 21, 2007 to receive the group
discount room rate. Sleeping rooms are based on availability and may
sell out prior to the cut-off date.
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HOTEL RESERVATION INSTRUCTIONS |
Reservations can be
made between August 1, 2006 and March 21, 2007 by choosing one of the
following methods:
Internet:
Attendee online reservation
Speaker online
reservation
Fax:
Send a
completed form, one copy per room request to: (813) 218-3369.
Mail:
Send a
completed form, one copy per room request to:
AACSB
International – Housing Bureau
401 East Jackson Street, Suite 2100,
Tampa, FL 33602
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HOTEL CANCELLATION POLICY |
Cancellations
or changes must be made by e-mail or fax to the AACSB Housing Bureau
through April 18, 2007. After this date, direct all changes to the
designated hotel. Cancellations can be made without penalty until March
21, 2007. After this date, a $25 processing fee will be
charged. Cancellations within 72 hours of arrival are subject to
forfeiture of one night’s room and tax.
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LOCATION/ GROUND
TRANSPORTATION FACTS
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The hotels are located
approximately 8 ˝ miles from the Tampa International Airport. Taxi
service is available from the airport for an average one way fare of
$18. The Bay Shuttle is available for an approximate cost of $11 per
person one way; visit
http://www.tampabayshuttle.com/ for more information.
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AREA
ATTRACTIONS |
For visitor information,
visit the Tampa Bay Convention and Visitors Bureau’s website at Tampa
Bay CVB.
Other helpful links to Tampa’s
premier attractions:
Busch
Gardens Tampa Bay
The
Florida Aquarium
Lowry
Park Zoo
Tampa
Bay Performing Arts Center
Tampa
Museum of Art
Museum
of Science and Industry
St. Petersburg / Clearwater
Information
For a list of accommodations and attractions including local beach
information please visit the St. Petersburg/Clearwater Area Convention
and Visitors Bureau website at http://www.floridasbeach.com/
Orlando Information
For information on visiting Orlando, Florida please visit the Orange
County Convention and Visitors Bureau at http://www.orlandoinfo.com/.
For information specifically related to
visiting Orlando’s theme parks please visit Orlando
Theme Parks. |
