MAGPI
Network Performance Workshop: Logisitical Information
18-19 September 2005
Wyndham Philadelphia at Franklin Plaza
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Meeting Location:
The workshop will be in the Wyndham Phildadelphia at Franklin Plaza on both days. Building information is here:
Hotel Information:
Wyndham Philadelphia At Franklin Plaza
17th and Race Streets
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Reservations: 1-800-wyndham (1-800-996-3426)
Block Name: Internet2
Reservations Method: Reservations for this event are to be made by individual attendees directly with the Wyndham Philadephia at Franklin Plaza. Please make sure to reference the Internet2 block.
Block rate: USD$169.00/night (single or double occupancy) Hotel room rates are subject to applicable taxes in effect at the time of check in (currently 14%).
Block dates: Saturday, September 17, 2005 through and including Thursday, September 22, 2005.
Block cut off date: Friday, August 19, 2005 at 5:00pm local time.
Check in: 3:00pm
Check out: 12 noon
Guarantee and Cancellation Policy
All reservations must be guaranteed by a major credit card or first night room and tax deposit. Individuals may cancel the reservation up to 72 hours prior to arrival.
Guest Rooms
Guest rooms have a variety of amenities including work desk with lamp and ergonomic chair, high-speed internet access, TV with remote control, in-room movies, complimentary in-room coffee, iron and ironing board and hair dryer. Other services include on-site restaurants, room service, fitness center, indoor pool and concierge services.
Personal Belongings
Please note: Neither the Wyndham Philadelphia At Franklin Plaza nor Internet2 will be responsible for any property lost or stolen on the hotel's premises.
Hotel Restaurants
Terrace Restaurant for breakfast and lunch
Shula's Steakhouse for dinner
Atrium Lobby Bar for cocktails
Parking
Self parking is available for USD $20.00 per day
Valet parking is available for USD $28.00 per day
Driving Directions
From Philadelphia International Airport
Follow I-95 North to "Exit 22" which is the "676 West Central Philadelphia" Exit. When you get off at the exit, follow 676 West to the first exit which is "Broad Street Central Philadelphia". When you get off that exit, it will bring you onto 15th Street. Take 15th Street one half block to Spring Street and make a right, then go one block to 16th Street and make a right. The hotel is one quarter block down on the left.
From Northeast Philadelphia Airport
Follow I-95 South to Exit 22 which is the "676 West Central Philadelphia" Exit. When you get off at the Broad Street exit (5 miles past First Union Center) follow 676 West to the next exit which is "Broad Street Central Philadelphia". When you get off that exit, it will bring you onto 15th Street. Take 15th Street one half block to Spring Street and make a right, then go one block to 16th Street and make a right. The hotel is one-quarter block down on the left.
Transportation
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), approximately 8 miles
Shuttle is approximately USD $8.00
Taxi is approximately USD $20.00
Limo is approximately USD $130.00
Train is approximately USD $5.00
Shuttle service is available to the conference hotel from this airport. Information on shuttle service is available at the Centralized Ground Transportation Counters in all baggage claims or by calling 215-937-6958.
Northeast Philadelphia Airport (PNE), approximately 20 miles
Taxi is approximately USD $40.00
Things to See and Do in Philadelphia
Philadelphia Sightseeing Tour, http://www.affiliate.viator.com/brochure/product_show.jsp?ID=1010&PRODUCTID=1016&CODE=3012BB&AUID=2543
Philadelphia Zoo
http://www.philadelphiazoo.org/
Philadelphia Museum of Art
http://www.philamuseum.org/main.asp
More things to do
http://www.gophila.com/index.htm
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