MCEIA 2008 Conference
October 26 - 28
Detroit - Atheneum Suites Hotel |
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MCEIA Conference 2008 - Detroit, MI "A Gathering of Great Minds"Join us October 26th - 28th for the MCEIA 2008 Conference "A Gathering of Great Minds." Online registration is now available. Or if you prefer to mail in your registration, the registration form is still available. Great minds are gathering in Detroit for the 2008 MCEIA annual conference October 26-28 2008. Taking advantage of a setting reminiscent of our Greek ancestors, great minds will gather to enjoy a conference that will enlighten and educate you through interactive sessions, and engaging presentations. Here is some initial information regarding hotel reservations, exploring the city, and transportation options. The accommodations: This luxurious hotel is located in the center of the Greektown dining and entertainment section of Detroit. The hotel location is a short walk, trolley or hotel shuttle ride's distance to Detroit sports and entertainment venues. The Atheneum Suite Hotel is Detroit's only AAA four diamond hotel. Newly renovated accommodations feature 42 inch LCD TV's and iPod docking stations. Complimentary wireless internet is now available in rooms and in public areas. Rooms with king or 2 queen size beds are available. All rooms are distinctively appointed and have been designed with your comfort and convenience in mind. Oversized bathrooms with large soaking tubs and showers are unique and inviting. Handicap accessible rooms are available. Visit the website at: www.atheneumsuites.com to learn more about the hotel and the accommodations. Hotel Reservations All reservations must be made by phone: 800 772 2323 ask for reservations, between the hours of 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. EST, to assure the significantly reduced conference room rate of $139.00 per room. Please reference MCEIA when requesting your reservation. (Please be aware that you will not be able to make reservations online and receive the $139.00 room rate). Hotel reservations are only guaranteed at this rate if made before October 2, 2008. Parking is available at a rate of 12.00 per day for conference attendees and hotel guests. Transportation options: Travel by Train. Detroit is serviced by Amtrak. Several trains run on a daily basis from Chicago to downtown Detroit, with stops in several cities in the southeastern portion of the state. If you are looking for an affordable option from Northern Ohio, Indiana or Illinois, you may want to visit the Amtrak web site at: www.amtrak.com. You may be able to drive to one of the stations, park your car and take the train to the downtown Detroit station. From there it is a short cab ride to the conference hotel. Travel by Car: Home of the automotive industry, Detroit is well serviced by major highways in and out of the city. Detroit is an approximately 5 hour drive from Chicago, 3 hours from Cleveland, Ohio, 5 hours from Cincinnati, Ohio and approximately 4 hours from Indianapolis, Indiana. Parking is available at a rate of $12.00 per day for conference attendees and hotel registered guests affiliated with the conference. Additional questions at this time can be directed to: |
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