Conference Hotel:

The conference host hotel is Marriott New Orleans. A block of rooms is held for conference attendees at $149.00 a night (not including 13% taxes.) In order to make reservations, contact Marriott Reservations at 1-888-364-1200 and please refer to Group Name: NASPA - Assessment. Reservations must be made by May 25, 2009. Please contact the hotel early as our conference blocks tend to sell out.

The Marriott New Orleans & Spa
555 Canal Street
New Orleans, Louisiana 70130
Phone: 1-504-581-1000
Fax: 1-504-553-5520
1-888-364-1200

Travel Information:

Airport:
Conference participants can fly into the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY). The New Orleans Airport is 14 miles East of the Marriott New Orleans.

Ground Transportation

Transportation To/From Airport:

Driving Directions: Take I-10 East to Poydras Exit to Camp Street, turn left to Canal St.
This hotel does not provide shuttle service.

Alternate Transportation: Airport Shuttle
Estimated taxi fare: 29.00 USD (one way)

Bus Station: Greyhound (1 mile)

Train Station: Amtrak (2 miles NW)

Other Information:

Attire
The dress for NASPA events is business casual. Be sure to pack comfortable walking shoes so that you can explore the area when not busy with the conference.

Weather
Temperatures in New Orleans, Louisiana in June tend to be around 90 degrees during the day and 70s in the evenings. Remember to pack an umbrella in case of rain, and visit your preferred weather guide before you travel, such as The Weather Channel Online, to check the forecast before you travel.

Tourism
We hope that you will explore New Orleans and the surrounding areas when not busy with the Conference or if you arrive in the city before the program begins. There are plenty of things to do and see. The New Orleans Convention & Visitors Bureau Website is one of many online resources available to visitors.