Hotel and Travel
Many courses sell out and hotel accommodations fill quickly at TDWI conferences.
Register for the conference and reserve your hotel room early to ensure availability, as space is limited.
Conference Hotel
The Hyatt Regency Chicago, situated in the heart of downtown Chicago, will serve as the official headquarters hotel for TDWI’s World Conference.
Hyatt Regency Chicago
151 E. Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60601
Phone: 888.421.1442
Web: www.chicagoregency.hyatt.com
Online Reservations
TDWI has reserved a block of rooms at the reduced rate of $199 per night for single/double occupancy for conference attendees at the Hyatt Regency Chicago. Contact the Online Reservations desk for more information.
Please use the reservation URL or contact the hotel directly for room reservations. Be sure to reference “TDWI” to get the conference rate. Rooms are limited, so make your reservations early. If you need special facilities or services, notify the hotel when you make your reservation.
Discounted rates are available through Thursday, May 6, 2010.
Air Travel Discounts
American Airlines, the official airline for TDWI, is offering a 5 percent discount off the unrestricted, fully refundable coach fare for TDWI conference attendees.
The discount can be booked online at www.aa.com for AA/AE flights only, or call 800.433.1790. Use authorization number 2550AE as the discount code. Certain restrictions apply. Discounts are not valid on Zone fares.
This special offer applies to travel from all markets where American Airlines, American Eagle, American Connection Service, and all Oneworld carriers provide service. Discounts apply to discountable fares where American Airlines, American Airlines code share, or Oneworld alliance partners are involved. AA must be the governing carrier.
Car Rental Discounts
AVIS is the official car rental company for the 2010 TDWI World Conferences. For reservations, call 800.331.1212 and use the AVIS worldwide discount code
AWD # J866378, or go to the group reservation Web site.
Weather and Dress
Dress for the conference is business casual. Chicago enjoys cool weather in May with daytime temperatures that typically average 60 degrees Fahrenheit and evenings that average in the low 40s. Temperatures inside the meeting rooms can vary greatly, so please plan your attire accordingly.
Transportation
Go Airport Express Shuttle provides service from Midway Airport and O’Hare International Airport. The cost is $22 and $27 per person each way, respectively, or $39 and $49 roundtrip. For more information getting to and from the airport, visit www.airportexpress.com/shuttles/airport-transfers-fare-quote.html.
Free Internet Station
Need to keep an eye on business while you're at the conference? TDWI makes it easy for you to stay connected throughout the week! Our free Internet station—complete with computers, a line to connect your personal laptop, and a printer—provides you with the Internet access you need, when you need it. The Internet station will be available all week at the conference, located in TDWI's conference registration area.
Convenient Shipping
The Business Center located in the East Tower, purple level will handle all your shipping needs.
Phone: 312.239.4410
Hours of Operation:
Monday–Friday: 6:00 am–7:00 pm
Saturday and Sunday: 7:00 am–6:00 pm
Business Center carriers are FedEx and UPS. Packages are picked up daily at 5:00 pm.
Inbound Packages–Handling Fee (shipping costs are additional):
– Packages less than 5 pounds: $7.00
– Packages 6–20 pounds: $13.00 per box
– Packages 21–50 pounds: $24.00 per box
– Packages 51 pounds and above: $60.00 per box
– International: $10.00
Outbound Package–Handling Fee (shipping costs are additional):
– Packages: $13.00
TDWI does not cover shipping or handling fees.
Where to Eat Throughout the Week
Enjoy networking with your peers, instructors, vendors, and TDWI personnel at a host of lunches, receptions, and hospitality suites throughout the week.
Breakfast
A complimentary breakfast will be provided each morning prior to the start of courses or keynotes.
Breaks
During the morning break each day, hot and cold beverages will be served. During the afternoon break, cold beverages and a snack will be served.
Lunch
On Tuesday and Wednesday, complimentary luncheons are provided for conference attendees. On Sunday, Monday, Thursday, and Friday, you are on your own to enjoy lunch at venues in and around the Hyatt Regency Chicago.
Evenings
Evenings at the conference are filled with opportunities to enjoy food, beverages, and networking.
—Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, 7:00 pm: Don't miss the unique vendor-sponsored hospitality suites or labs that have been planned for you.
—Tuesday, 5:00-7:00 pm: TDWI's popular reception in the Exhibit Hall is the perfect way to end your day and begin your evening—visit with the vendors, enjoy food and drink, and network with your peers.
Attractions in the Chicago Area