Campus Technology

Campus Technology 2007: Roadmap to IT Leadership

Hotel Information

Renaissance Washington DC Hotel
999 Ninth Street, NW
Washington, District Of Columbia 20001 USA
Ph: 202.898.9000

Campus Technology 2007 attendees that book their hotel by July 8, 2007 will receive a special per-night room rate of $219 single/double. After July 8, 2007, regular room rates will apply. Rooms at the special rate are available for stays between July 25 and August 6, 2007, based on availability.

To make reservations call 1.800.266.9432. Mention that you are with the Campus Technology conference to receive the discount. Reserve your hotel room online now.

**Additional Hotel Rooms Now Available**

Additional hotel rooms have been made available at the following hotel:

Hamilton Crowne Plaza
14th & K Street, NW
Washington, DC 20005
Ph: 800.263.9802

Located just four blocks away from the Renaissance Hotel, the Hamilton Crowne Plaza is happily accepting room reservations for Campus Technology 2007 attendees for a special room rate of $162 per night.

To make reservations call 1.800.263.9802. Mention that you are with the Campus Technology conference to receive the discount.

Hotel Parking

Valet parking – $27 USD daily with in-and-out privileges for guests staying at hotel.
Self-parking onsite - $6/hr or $22 USD daily with in-and-out privileges for guests staying at hotel.
Self-parking off-site – contact hotel for details

Air Travel Discounts

American Airlines is offering discounts to Campus Technology 2007 attendees for air travel to the Washington D.C. area (BWI, DCA, or IAD airports) between July 27 and August 5, 2007. Mileage members can receive credit for all American miles flown to attend this conference. Call or have your travel agent call American Airlines at 1.800.433.1790 and reference #A0477AE. Book your discounted ticket online, using the discount reference number above as the aa.com discount code.

Transportation To & From Hotel

The hotel is closest to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA). Other airports within driving distance include Dulles International (IAD) and Baltimore-Washington International (BWI). Transportation will need to be arranged by shuttle, taxi, rental car or WMATA.

Super Shuttle offers transportation to and from all three airports. Reservations can be conveniently made online or by calling 1-800-BLUEVAN. Estimated one-way shuttle fare from Reagan is $13, from Dulles is $26, and from Baltimore-Washington is $32.

Estimated one-way taxi fare from Reagan is $18.00, from Dulles is $50, and from Baltimore-Washington is $65.

Limousine service is also available to and from all airports through Mahogany Limousine: 202-592-1777. One-way fare from Reagan ranges from $35.00 to $55.00, from Dulles is $55 to $70, and from Baltimore-Washington is $65 to $80.

WMATA (Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority)/SUBWAY/METRORAIL can also be used. The hotel stop is Gallery Place-Chinatown station (Green, Yellow, Red lines). Fares are approximately $1.35 base with a maximum fare of $3.25. Visit WMATA website for more info.

For AMTRAK train schedules and service, call AMTRAK at (800) 872-7245 or visit their website.

Rental Car Discount

Avis Rent-a-Car is offering car rental discounts for Campus Technology 2007 attendees. To receive the discount, call Avis at 1.800.331.1600 and use the Avis Worldwide Discount (AWD) number #D005872.

Weather and Dress

Summer in Washington, DC reaches an average high of 89°F and an average low of 68°F. Moderate humidity is common. Dress for the conference is business casual. Please keep in mind that the climate inside meeting rooms can vary greatly, often falling on the cooler side. Track Washington, DC weather online.

Things to Do During Your Visit

Washington, DC is packed with interesting places and sites to visit and experience. You’ll find something for everyone – history and science, government, nature, the arts, sports and everything in between. Get a Map of Washington, DC now.

Top of the list of must-see places and sites to visit:

History and Science

1. The National Mall Monuments – Washington Memorial, Thomas Jefferson Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Korean War Veterans Memorial, and the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial.
2. Smithsonian Institution’s Museums – including:
   • Anacostia Community Museum
   • National Museum of Natural History
   • National Air and Space Museum
   • Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center
   • National Postal Museum
3. International Spy Museum
4. U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum
5. Ford’s Theatre
6. Mount Vernon

Government

1. The White House
2. United States Capitol
3. Bureau of Engraving and Printing
4. National Archives Experience
5. U.S. Supreme Court

The Arts

1. National Gallery of Art
2. The Phillips Collection
3. Smithsonian Institution’s Museums – including:
   • National Portrait Gallery
   • Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden
   • Smithsonian American Art Museum
   • National Museum of African Art
   • Cooper-Hewitt National Design Museum
   • Freer Gallery of Art
4. Kennedy Center
5. Washington National Opera

Nature

1. Smithsonian National Zoological Park
2. Dumbarton Oaks
3. Hillwood Museum and Gardens
4. The National Aquarium

Sports and Events

1. Washington Nationals MLB
2. DC United Major League Soccer
3. Washington Mystics WNBA
4. Verizon Center

Other Sites or Items of Interest

1. The Library of Congress
2. Arlington National Cemetery
3. Smithsonian Resident Associates
4. Embassy Row Tour
5. Old Town Trolley Tours, Monuments by Night Tours, DC Ducks City and River Tours, Bike the Sites Tours – Ask your hotel concierge for details on these and other tours available.
6. For suggested sightseeing itineraries, click here.

Dining

Washington, DC boasts a wealth of great restaurants. Here is a list of some recommended dining experiences. For more, visit Open Table’s Washington DC area website.

$$$$ - $51 or more per person

1. 1789 Restaurant – American
2. Cityzen – Contemporary American
3. Michel Richard Citronelle – French. Jacket required to dine in the dining room. Lounge dining is less restrictive and easier on the pocketbook.
4. The Palm on Dupont Circle - Steakhouse

$$$ - $31 - $50 per person

1. 701 Restaurant – Contemporary American
2. Blue Duck Tavern – American
3. Cafe Atlantico – Latin American
4. Equinox – American
5. Finemondo – Italian
6. Jaleo Crystal City – Spanish, Tapas
7. Oval Room – American
8. Primi Piatti – Italian
9. Zaytinya – Mediterranean
10. Zola – American

$$ - $30 and under per person

1. Cafe Milano – Italian
2. Nathan's – American
3. Pizzeria Paradiso –Pizzas
4. Two Amys – Pizzas

Dining price estimates reflect the price for one dinner, with one drink and tip.

Looking for more entertainment options and things to do while attending Campus Technology 2007? Visit Marriot’s Washington Insider or www.washington.org.

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