Airline Reservations

Discounted airfares have been negotiated with two airlines into Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI), Reagan Washington National (DCA), and Washington Dulles International (IAD) Airports. The airlines do permit you to fly into and out of different airports; however, the closest major airport to the hotel is Baltimore/Washington International. You may contact the airlines directly or via your travel agent and provide the appropriate group discount code:

          Delta / Delta Song Airlines: (800) 241-6760, discount code 206163A
          United / Ted Airlines: (800) 521-4041, discount code 537CJ

Ground Transportation

Car Rental
Most major car rental companies operate out of or near Baltimore/Washington, Reagan Washington National, and Washington Dulles International Airports.  SIOR has negotiated a group discount with Hertz Car Rental with locations at all three airports.  To take advantage of this discounted rate, please call (800) 654-2240 or visit the Hertz website at  and refer to the following ID number: 

          SIOR’s Group ID number: 033W0001

Valet parking at the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront costs $28.00 for overnight stay with in and out privileges. Hotel self-parking is available for $20.00 for overnight stay with in and out privileges.

Driving Directions
1. From Baltimore/Washington International Airport to Baltimore Marriott Waterfront: (CLICK HERE for directions)

         
Total Distance: 10 mi.
          Estimated Travel Time
:  20 min.

2. From Reagan Washington National Airport to Baltimore Marriott Waterfront:  (CLICK HERE for directions) 

          Total Distance: 43 mi.
          Estimated Travel Time
: 1 hour

 3. From Washington Dulles International Airport to Baltimore Marriott Waterfront:  (CLICK HERE for directions)

          Total Distance: 49 mi.
          Estimated Travel Time
: 1 hour 15 min.

Taxi Service
The taxi stand at Baltimore/Washington International Airport is located just outside of the baggage claim area on the lower level of the BWI Airport Terminal.  Approximate one-way fare to the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront is $20 for a 15-20 min. cab-ride depending on traffic.  For more information on taxi service, click here or call 410-859-1100.  Taxi service is also available at Reagan Washington National and Washington Dulles.

Limo Service
Private Car/RMA Worldwide Chauffeured Transportation serves the Baltimore/Washington metropolitan area.  They provide round-trip services, immaculate late model luxury sedans, limousines and vans, professional chauffeurs, and 24-hour service.  Approximate one-way fare from BWI International Airport to the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront is $40.  Reservations can be made online at www.rmalimo.com or via the following telephone numbers:

          Baltimore Area:  (410) 519-0000
          Washington Area: (301) 912-0000

Shuttles
SuperShuttle provides transport from the BWI Airport to the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront for approximately $11 per person.  Reservations can be made by calling (800) BLUE-VAN (258-3826), but are not required.  No service from Washington Dulles or Reagan Washington National to Baltimore Marriott Waterfront.

Time Zone

Eastern Standard Time

Climate

The average daily high temperatures range from 59 to 63 degrees Fahrenheit. The average low temperatures range from 39 to 42 degrees Fahrenheit. Average rainfall for the month of November in the Baltimore area is 3.45 inches. Of course, weather can be unpredictable, so pack accordingly.

Dress

Recommended dress for the SIOR Fall Professional Conference is business casual. However, session speakers are asked to dress in traditional business attire.

More Information

Several other websites are available for additional information:
  · Visiting Baltimore, MD USA
  · Baltimore Area Visitor and Convention Bureau

 
· Baltimore Chamber of Commerce
 
· BWI International Airport

  · Baltimore Marriott Waterfront

Have Questions?

Contact the following for more information about:

Conference Issues Pam Fitzgerald (202) 449-8220 or pfitzgerald@sior.com
Hotel Reservations Luis Rimoli (786) 428-1200 or lrimoli@cs.com
Conference Registration Emily Blanton (202) 449-8224 or eblanton@sior.com
Optional Events Pam Fitzgerald (202) 449-8220 or pfitzgerald@sior.com
Exhibiting Opportunities Luis Rimoli (786) 428-1200 or lrimoli@cs.com
Sponsorship Opportunities Luis Rimoli (786) 428-1200 or lrimoli@cs.com
Roundtable Volunteers Robert Hammond (202) 449-8212 or rhammond@sior.com
Programming Issues Robert Hammond (202) 449-8212 or rhammond@sior.com