Hotel and Travel
Many courses sell out and hotel accommodations fill quickly at TDWI conferences.
The TDWI BI Executive Summit is co-located with the TDWI World Conference. Register for the Summit and reserve your hotel room early to ensure availability, as space is limited.
Summit Hotel
The Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego hotel, with a prime waterfront
location, will serve as the official headquarters hotel for TDWI’s World
Conference.
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
One Market Place
San Diego, CA 92101
Phone: 619.232.1234
Web: www.manchsestergrand.hyatt.com
Online Reservations
TDWI has reserved a block of rooms for conference attendees at sharply
reduced rates: $219 plus tax for single/double occupancy is available
through July 29, 2011.
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.
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 3781AY 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 and BI Executive Summits. 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. San Diego enjoys daytime temperatures typically in the 70s and evenings that average in the 60s. Temperatures inside the meeting rooms can vary greatly, so please plan your attire accordingly.
Transportation
Various shuttle providers are available from San Diego International
Airport (SAN). For shuttle information getting to and from the airport,
visit http://www.san.org/sdia/transportation/default.aspx.
Free Internet Station
Need to keep an eye on business while you're at the Summit? 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 will handle all your shipping needs. They are
located on the first floor of the Seaport Tower. Boxes are available
free of charge at TDWI’s registration desk while supplies last.
Business Center Hours:
Monday–Friday: 7:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
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 Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday lunch is provided for Summit attendees. If you are attending World Conference courses on Sunday, Thursday, and Friday, you are on your own to enjoy lunch at venues in and around the Manchester Grand Hyatt.
Evenings
Evenings at the Summit are filled with opportunities to enjoy food, beverages, and networking.
- Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, 7:00 p.m.—Don't miss the unique vendor-sponsored hospitality suites or labs that have been planned for you.
- Tuesday, 5:00-7:00 p.m.—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 San Diego Area
Plus many more…