Location and Travel

Conference Hotel

Located only one mile from the Orlando International Airport, the Marriott Orlando Airport boasts a resort style atmosphere and offers a central location to Walt Disney World®, Universal Studios, SeaWorld®, and Downtown Orlando. Fresh from a complete renovation, this hotel offers exceptional accommodations, superior service and comfortably meeting space that makes it an ideal location for the 2009 SENG Conference.

Orlando Airport Marriott
7499 Augusta National Drive
Orlando, FL 32822 US
Phone:  1 407 851 9000
Toll-free:  1 800 380 6751

Guest Room Reservations

A discounted room rate of $99 per night plus tax for SENG guests is guaranteed for reservations made on or before June 15.   (For those guests who plan to extend their trip, this rate will be honored based on room availability.)  Hotel check in time is 3 PM and check out time is noon.

Reservations can be made by phone at 800-380-6751 or 407-851-9000, or online using the link below:

Marriott Orlando Airport

Special for SENG Guests:

• Complimentary shuttle transportation from Orlando MCO airport will  provided by the hotel
• Complimentary parking
• Complimentary use of the upgraded health club, sauna and steam rooms

Transportation & Airports

From Orlando MCO Airport (distance 2 miles):

• Complimentary Marriott Shuttle Service for SENG Guests
• Driving Directions: Follow signs to SR436 North. Go to first light, T.G. Lee Blvd, turn right. Go to the first stop sign and turn right onto Augusta National Drive. From North: I-4 West to SR408 East to SR436. Turn right. Continue South on TG Lee Blvd and turn left. Go to first stop sign and turn right onto Augusta National Drive.
• Estimated Taxi Fare:  $10.00 USD (one way)

From Orlando Sanford International SFB Airport (distance 28 miles):

• Driving Directions: Alternate Transportation : Mears
• Airport shuttle service, reservation required, fee: 45 USD (one way)
• Estimated taxi fare: 50.00  USD  (one way)

Orlando Facts & Information

Resources:
Orlando Travel & Visitors Bureau:  http://www.orlandoinfo.com/
Orlando Tourist Information Bureau:  http://www.orlandotouristinformationbureau.com/
City of Orlando:  http://www.cityoforlando.net/visit.htm

Orlando is the seat of Orange County, though its metropolitan area also includes portions of Seminole, Lake, and Osceola counties. Located approximately 150 miles from the Florida/Georgia border, in an area surrounded by numerous citrus growers and 1,200 lakes, Orlando lies about 50 miles from the Atlantic to the east, 75 miles from the Gulf Coast to the west, and about 375 miles from the tip of the Florida Keys. Abundant sunshine and warm temperatures are the norm. From May through September the daily average highs are in the upper 80s to mid 90s, and lows average from the upper 60s to mid 70s.

Orlando Area Attractions

Featured Top 20 Attractions and Theme Parks in Orlando

• Walt Disney World - Magic Kingdom - Enjoy the seven different lands of fantasy. Discover the amazing variety of entertainment, magical fun, adventure filled attractions and more.
• Disney's Epcot Center - Travel, explore and discover the future only at Epcot Center. Enjoy a day filled with unbelievable wonders and experience the entertainers from around the world in World Showcase and Future World.
• Disney's Hollywood Studios - Lights! Camera! Action! Enjoy an amazing array of rides, shows and attractions.  Formerly known as Disney MGM Studios.
• Disney's Animal Kingdom Park - View the variety of animals living in an incredible forests, streams, and tropical jungles filled with natural beauty! Is one of Orlando's favorite attractions.
• Universal Orlando - Go beyond the screen! Ride the Movies! No wonder is the number one movie studio theme park in the world.
• Islands of Adventure - Enjoy five unique themed islands all in one spectacular theme park! Seuss Landing, Jurassic Park, Toon Lagoon and much more.
• Sea World Orlando - Shamu and friends await for you! View the amazing marine life like you've never seen before!
• Discovery Cove - Have you've ever dreamed of swimming with dolphins or snorkeling with stingrays? Then, Discovery Cove is the place for you! Interact with the dolphins and enjoy the exotic tropical oasis that will stay with you for a lifetime.
• Arabian Nights - Orlando's favorite dinner show!  Featuring beautiful horses, dazzling costumes, heart-stopping acrobatics and a fabulous three-course meal.  A show you don't want to miss!
• Thompson Aire - Hot Air Balloon Rides in Orlando - Balloon Flights in the Disney World area of Orlando Florida. Rides Flown Daily at sunrise in Central Florida. Over 30 Years Experience.
• Wet 'n Wild Water Park - The tropical paradise where families can escape to high waves of excitement and cool, relaxing fun.
• Universal CityWalk Orlando - Orlando's hottest spot for entertainment. Home of the best live music, casual and fine dining, shopping, state of the art movies and more.
• Wonderworks - Experience the world's largest lazer tag / arcade arena! Full of interactive fun!
• Ripley's Believe it or Not! - For over 40 years, Robert Ripley-- traveled the world collecting the unbelievable, the inexplicable, the one-of-a-kind amazing things! Come see it for yourself!
• Busch Gardens - Soar at 60 mph on the world's two tallest inverted roller coasters, then trek the plains of Africa, escape from fiery volcanoes, or cool off on unforgettable white-water adventure rides.
• Fort Wilderness Campground - The only campground at the Walt Disney World Resort offers a tranquil getaway for families and couples alike.
• Holyland - The Holy Land Experience is a multi-sensory experience that transports guests 7.000 miles away and 3.000 years back in time to the ancient city of Jerusalem. It's fascinating, it's festive and it's full of life!
• Gatorland - Is the Alligator Capital of the World™. Enjoy the variety of facts about alligators, crocodiles, snakes, birds and much more!
• Kennedy Space Center- Experience a rocket launch from the Firing Room Theater, view real shuttle pads and walk beneath a moon rocket. Meet a real astronaut, enjoy Mad Mission to Mars view IMAX films and much more.

Source:
http://www.orlandoescape.com/orlandoattractions.htm
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