See also:
Area Information  |  Car Rental Information  |  Transportation  |  Dress
Weather  |  Fees and Badges  |  Professional Development Hours (PDHs)


HOTEL INFORMATION

The Grand Hyatt Hotel
1000 H Street
Washington, DC 20001

For reservations, call (202) 582-1234; guest fax: (202) 637-4781. The ACEC rate is $235 single or double, plus tax. The cut off date for reservations is March 31. ACEC's discounted hotel rates are available through the cut-off date or until the rooms in the block are sold out, whichever occurs first.


AREA INFORMATION

Washington boasts endless points of interest for its visitors. Here's a quick list of possibilities:

• World’s largest museum complex, the Smithsonian Institution, invites you to explore exhibits that highlight the scientific, cultural, political and technological developments of the United States and its people.


• See original pieces of the American heritage, such as the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution and the Bill of Rights.


• Spectacular art galleries including the Hirshorn Museum and Sculpture Garden, Sackler Gallery, and Museum of the American Indian.


• World-class restaurants. Whatever you’re craving – from authentic Texas chili to the finest French cuisine – you’ll find it in the nation’s capital.

Visit www.washington.org to plan your trip, purchase tickets for shows and see the latest exhibit featured at the nation’s over 70 free museums!

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CAR RENTAL INFORMATION

For Hertz Car Rental reservations, call toll free (800) 654-2240. Note: Hertz ID is CV#02XE0007

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TRANSPORTATION

You can fly into one of Washington, DC's three airports - Baltimore Washington International (BWI), Dulles International Airport (IAD) or Regan National Airport (DCA). From each airport - cab, taxi or shuttle service are readily available. For more information on getting around Washington, click here.

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DRESS

Business attire is appropriate for convention sessions and the Chairman’s Banquet. Attire for the Engineering Excellence Awards Banquet is black-tie. Remember to bring a light jacket or sweater as meeting rooms tend to be cool.

Tuxedo rentals are available through M. Stein. Visit their website at www.mstein.com or call (202) 659-1434 for rental information. A classic tuxedo is $65 without shoes and $70 with shoes. Orders must be received by Tuesday, April 4 to receive the discounted price.

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WEATHER

Spring weather is delightful in the area. It's the nicest time of year to enjoy D.C.'s outdoor attractions, visit museums in comfort and laze away an afternoon or evening at an outdoor café. The average high is 73 degrees and the average low is 46 degrees. Evenings tend to be a bit cooler, and as always recommended, comfortable walking shoes are a must.

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FEES and BADGES

Full Registration Fee includes: Opening Reception and Chairman's banquet, daily breakfasts, daily luncheons, refreshment breaks, education sessions, CEO roundtables, Hill and Agency events, one professional business forum, convention gift and compendium.

Spouse fee includes: Opening Reception and Chairman's banquet, daily breakfasts, spouse breakfast, Monday luncheon and hospitality lounge. Additional fees apply for optional activities and the Engineering Excellence Awards Banquet.

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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT HOURS (PDHs)

Attendees can earn up to 28.75 PDHs at this convention. Check with your state's board of registration concerning eligibility requirements. There will be a sign-in sheet for each concurrent session. Please be sure to sign-in at each breakout session you attend if you want to receive PDH credits. A PDH form will be in your on-site registration packet, which you should complete and send to ACEC. After the convention, your PDH certificate will be kept on file at ACEC headquarters, and a copy will be mailed directly to you upon request.

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