Travel Information

Air Transportation Discounts

	AirTran Airways is offering ACTE Global Education Conference attendees a 10% discount on AirTran airways one way fare. To book this ticket please call the AirTran EventSavers Desk at 1-866-683-8368 and reference the Event Code DC051808. This rate is valid from May 15 to May 23, 2008 and includes a one time change fee waiver per reservation.
	Air Canada is offering ACTE Global Education Conference attendees a 10% discount on J, C, Latitude and Tango Plus fares from Canada to DCA for this event. Discounted fares are available from May 15 – 23, 2008 when you book online at www.aircanada.com with the promotion code UCKUCM41
	American Airlines is offering ACTE conference attendees a 5% discount on the lowest applicable published fare to DCA, IAD and BWI. To book, please go to www.aa.com and enter A5158BA in the discount code box. The discounted rates are valid from May 11 to May 27, 2008. For international travelers, this discount is valid for travel to and from all markets where American Airlines, American Eagle, American Airline Codeshares, and all oneworld alliance partners provide services as long as one segment is on American Airlines metal.
	Continental Airlines is pleased to offer airfare discounts/zone fares to ACTE conference attendees flying into DCA. Call Meeting works at 800-468-7022 reference the Z code: "ZCZA" and Agreement Code A15CXC for complete information. Outside of the United States, please call your local Continental Airlines Reservation Office. Save a $15 service fee when you book online at www.continental.com. Enter the Z Code and Agreement Code in the offer code box when searching for flights. All published fare rules and restrictions apply; these discounts are valid May 15 – 23, 2008.
	Jet Blue is offering ACTE Global Education Conference attendees a 10% discount on the lowest available fare by simply booking online. Discounted fares are available on the outbound from May 16- 18 and on the return May 20-22 when you book online at www.jetblue.com/promo with the promotion code ACTEMAY.
	Iberia is offering a 30% discount on full fares, Business and Economy, for Intercontinental flights to the ACTE Global Education Conference in Washington, DC. The discount is only valid on Iberia and Air Nostrum flights (and excludes the code share lines of IB-7000 and IB-5000). To book, please call 1-800-772-4642 or contact the nearest Serviberia office and reference the tour code “BT8IB21MPE0049”. For a list of offices and numbers, please click here.
	Travel with excellent schedules from Central or South America to the ACTE Global Education Conference in Washington, DC by obtaining great discounts on all TACA fares, including their super promotional ones: 20% off Clase Ejecutiva fares 5% off promotional fares 15% off regular fares $10 discount in our super promotional ($100 and up fares) Click here to book and use the code CB170. All flight must be booked between February 1 and May 17, 2008. Discount rates are valid for travel from May 11 to May 27, 2008.
	Qatar Airways is offering ACTE Global Education Conference attendees a 15% discount on F & J class fares from the Far East and GCC to Washington DC for this event. Discounted fares can be booked from from 15 Jan 2008 until 10 May 2008 and travel validity is from 10 May to 20 May 2008 when you book through Qatar Central Reservations with the promotion code DOHP266.
	Virgin Atlantic is offering ACTE Global Education Conference attendees a 10% discount on flights from London Heathrow to Washington, DC in Upper Class, Premium Economy and Economy cabins. Please click here to make your reservation.

Rail Transportation - Amtrak

Amtrak is offering ACTE Global Education Conference attendees a 20% discount on the regular full adult rail fare for regional reserved train service to/from Washington, DC. Seats must be booked in coach class although business class upgrades are available at full price charges. This offer is valid for travel between May 10, 2008 and May 24, 2008 and seats must be purchased at least 3 days prior to departure. Certain restrictions, blackout dates, and refund rules apply, please ask a reservations agent when booking. To book, please call Amtrak at 1-800-USA-RAIL (1-800-872-7245) and refer to the discount code"V507".

Ground Transportation

Sixt rent a car is committed to support ACTE and it’s members. We offer special rates to all members. Just click here and check our low rates for your next trip and experience the Sixt difference.

Metro

From Reagan National Airport, take the Blue Line towards Largo Town Center to Metro Center station. Follow 11th Street exit to the lobby of the Grand Hyatt.

From Union Station, take the Red Line towards Shady Grove to Metro Center station. Follow 11th Street exit to the lobby of the Grand Hyatt.

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Taxi

Taxi times and fares vary depending upon which airport you fly into, traffic, and other conditions:

From Reagan National Airport (DCA), the hotel is approximately 15 minutes away and the cost is approximately $12 to $15, one-way.
From Dulles International Airport (IAD), the hotel is approximately 40 minutes away and the cost is approximately $50 to $60, one-way.
From Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI), the hotel is approximately 50 minutes away and the cost is approximately $65, one-way.

Super Shuttle

Price:

DCA – $12/person one way (discounted pricing is not available)
IAD – $25/person one way (this includes a $2 discount)
BWI – $33/person one way (this includes a $2 discount)

Reservations: To make a reservation, please visit http://www.supershuttle.com/default.aspx?GC=GC6BH and make sure to use the code “GC6BH” to receive the discount.

How to find Super Shuttle when you land:

DCA – Follow signs for Ground Transportation to SuperShuttle boarding area, curbside at each terminal. A uniformed Guest Service Representative will assist you between 6:30 a.m. – 11:30 p.m.
IAD – Follow signs toward Ground Transportation / Shared Ride Vans. SuperShuttle counters (open 6:00 a.m. – 10:30 p.m.) are on the lower level, just before the exit. When your ticket number is called, proceed outside.
BWI – SuperShuttle counters (open 6:00 a.m. – 2:00 a.m.) are located on the lower level between Southwest Airlines luggage carousels 1-5 (Pier A / B baggage claim). When your ticket number is called, proceed outside.

More Travel Information

For more information on travel to Washington, DC and things to do, please visit the Washington, DC Tourism website here.

Weather

Washington, DC temperatures in May average between a high of 76 degrees and a low of 56 degrees Fahrenheit.

Attire

The attire is business casual. Slacks, button-down collared shirts, sweaters, blazers, blouses, and most importantly, comfortable shoes, are all appropriate. Suits and ties are not required.