Hotel & Travel
Hotels
Deadline for discounted hotel rooms: October 6, 2010
If you are planning to attend the AAPM&R 2010 Annual Assembly in Seattle, plan to stay in an official Academy hotel. The headquarters hotel for this year’s Assembly is the Sheraton Seattle. Book your room at the Sheraton Seattle to:
- Enjoy hotel amenities: The Sheraton Seattle is just 21 steps from the convention center and only six blocks from Pike Place Market. Newly renovated in 2010, the hotel includes an indoor swimming pool, Daily Grill restaurant, and a concierge to help you book tours and make restaurant reservations.
- Network with colleagues, keep Assembly hotel room prices low: The Academy negotiates hotels rates with members in mind. It’s important for members to stay at the headquarters hotel to improve the in-formal learning experience and connect with collegues. Staying in the headquarters hotel also ensures our rates stay low—the more room nights we can guarantee, the lower rates we can negotiate now and in the future.
Reminders
- Preconference courses are Tuesday, November 2-Wednesday, November 3. The Job Fair, resident track, and several workshops and committee meetings will be held on Wednesday, November 3. Please make your hotel and travel arrangements accordingly.
- The AAPM&R hotels will require a one night, non-refundable hotel deposit by credit card when reservations are made.
- Reservations are made on a first-come, first served basis.
- The deadline date for the discounted hotel rooms is October 6, 2010; discounted rooms are subject to room and rate availability.
Book your hotel room now
AAPM&R Headquarters Hotel:
Sheraton Seattle
1400 Sixth Avenue
Seattle, WA 98101
(206) 621-9000
Single/Double Occupancy: $219
Reserve your room online.
The Sheraton Seattle hosts two preconference courses, committee meetings, and other networking events throughout the Annual Assembly.
Additional rooms available:
Grand Hyatt Seattle
721 Pine Street
Seattle, WA 98101
(206) 774-1234
Single/Double Occupancy: $235
Regency Club: $265
Reserve your room online.
The Hyatt hosts two preconference courses as well as alumni receptions.
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Air Travel
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
World Wide Travel Management, Inc. is the official travel partner for AAPM&R. Worldwide Travel Management charges a $25 transaction fee per ticket. Additional charges will occur when calling outside of the hours below if you use the "after hours" number. For reservations and information please e-mail: support@viatrav.com.
To speak to an agent direct contact:
Jennifer or Saira
Phone: (800) 332-9433 or (773) 334-0900
E-mail: Jennifer@viatrav.com or Saira@viatrav.com
Hours: Monday through Friday: 8:30 am–5 pm CST
After Hour Emergency Service: (800) 823-1397 – charges apply
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International Travelers - Letter of Invitation to Obtain Visa
AAPM&R cannot intervene with either the US Embassy abroad or with the State Department on behalf of any participant. However, if you need a personal letter of invitation to attend the meeting, contact Customer Service at registration@aapmr.org. A request for a letter must be sent in writing on official letterhead and include:
If you are presenting a paper or speaking,
please include the date/time, title, and the session that will be presented.
If you are exhibiting or attending the conference,
please indicate that in your request.
Attendees from China should include their passport
number, date of birth, and gender.
New rules from the Department of Homeland Security for entering the United States have gone into effect regarding e-Passports and visas. For information on obtaining a Temporary US Visa in order to attend the Annual Assembly, please refer to www.UnitedStatesVisas.gov and make an appointment with the US Embassy or Consulate. AAPM&R Annual Assembly attendees need to apply for their visas no later than three (3) months in advance, due to increasing delays in securing visas to the United States.
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Transportation
Taxis
Taxis are located on the third floor of the convention center parking garage. Sedans, station wagons, and large vans are available to take to AAPM&R Hotels located around the convention center.
Airport Shuttle Service
Service from the airport: Passengers are picked up at the inner drive curb on the third floor of the Airport Garage. Service to the airport: Call (425) 981-7000 for reservations. Passengers are dropped off at their airline.
Light Rail
Newly opened, the SeaTac/Airport Station is connected to the fourth floor of the Airport Garage. Trains travel directly into downtown Seattle; the stop closest to the Washington State Convention & Trade Center is "Westlake" at the base of the Nordstrom building. Fare is only $2.50 per ride. Visit www.portseattle.org/seatac/ground/rail.shtml for more information.
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ALERT: Unauthorized Hotel Solicitation
It has been brought to our attention that a company known as Convention Housing has been soliciting business to assist in making hotel reservations at the Sheraton Seattle and Grand Hyatt Seattle. Convention Housing does not represent AAPM&R, Sheraton Seattle or Grand Hyatt Seattle, and has not been authorized to act on behalf our organization and/or Hotels. Additionally, AAPM&R has not provided the company with exhibitor or attendee contact information.
If you are approached by (Convention Housing) please alert the
Academy by calling customer service at (847) 737-6000.
To make a reservation, use the information below.
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