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The following information will assist you in preparing
for this year's exciting Hispanic Marketing & Convention
Expo! We are making every effort to ensure that your
stay at Arizona Biltmore Resort & Spa is enjoyable,
relaxing and rewarding!
AIRLINE FLIGHT CONFIRMATION
Prior to departure, you should reconfirm your round-trip
flight reservations with your originating carrier. Since
airline schedules are subject to periodic change, we
suggest you leave your mobile phone number with the
airline when reconfirming, enabling you to be contacted
quickly in the event of any change of flight numbers
or times.
AIRLINE TRANSPORTATION
For those reservations ticketed by HRG North America,
any changes or cancellations will result in penalties
and/or fare increases. If you must change your flights,
please call the HRG North America Group Department at:
888-292-7377 (in the U.S.) or 203-965-0366 (outside
the U.S.).
For those reservations ticketed by other carriers/agencies/people,
please contact them directly for any changes or cancellations.
Airport Check-In: Security has increased
at all of the United States airports, as well as many
other airports worldwide. Passengers are advised to
allow a minimum of two hours for flight check-in and
security. For further information, contact HRG North
America. Please have the ticket agent check your luggage
through to your destination, Phoenix Sky Harbor International
Airport. Your luggage claim ticket should indicate
the airport code for your FINAL destination "PHX".
Travel Documentation: Only ticketed
passengers will be allowed past airport security into
the gate area. Passengers must show a valid photo
ID and one of these documents: an electronic ticket
receipt, a print out of your itinerary or a paper
ticket. International travelers need to have their
passport, and visa if applicable. Policies vary between
airlines and specific airports.
Luggage Restrictions: To ensure
the safety and security of passengers as well as to
expedite the airport check-in process, the Transportation
Security Administration has prepared a list of items
banned from the aircraft in both carry-on and checked
baggage. For more information, visit
www.tsa.gov.
Carry-On Baggage Restrictions: Passengers
should expect a higher level of security and enforcement
of carry-on luggage policies. One carry-on bag and
one personal article, such as a purse or briefcase
are allowed on board the aircraft. Airline regulations
do not permit carry-on luggage that cannot be placed
beneath the passenger's seat or in the overhead compartment.
Travelers may carry through security checkpoints travel-size
toiletries (3 ounces or less) that fit comfortably
in ONE, QUART-SIZE, clear plastic, zip-top bag. At
the checkpoint, travelers will be asked to remove
the zip-top bag of liquids and place it in a bin or
on the conveyor belt. X-raying separately will allow
TSA security officers to more easily examine the declared
items.
Checked Baggage: The Aviation and
Transportation Security Act requires screening of
all checked baggage. This rigorous screening may cause
delays. For most carriers, maximum weight of checked
baggage is limited to two pieces, 50lbs. each, plus
one carry-on bag as described above. Golf clubs may
be checked through as regular luggage and count as
one piece. If you feel you may exceed this allowance,
please contact HRG North America for specific policies
and fees. Airlines are strictly enforcing their policies.
Baggage Claim Restrictions: Hold
onto your baggage claim check. Individual airports
may elect to provide more security screening in the
baggage claim area.
IF YOU MISS YOUR FLIGHT
To avoid any inconvenience, we strongly suggest you
be at the airport at least two hours before your scheduled
flight time. If you arrive too late to make your flight,
go to the appropriate ticket counter for rescheduling.
Or, call HRG North America immediately during regular
work hours at: 888-292-7377 (in the U.S.) or 203-965-0366
(outside the U.S.) or after 5:30pm Eastern Time at:
800-345-8070 for prompt information and assistance.
Should you reschedule directly with the airline, HRG
North America should be advised of your new flight schedule.
If you miss or change your flight, you may be charged
a fee for changing or rescheduling. Any penalties or
surcharges under these circumstances are at your personal
expense.
BAGGAGE TAGS
All airlines require a form of identification on luggage.
Please ensure that each piece of baggage has a tag with
your name, contact phone number and city. These baggage
tags are necessary for airport and hotel identification.
We also suggest that you include identification inside
your luggage in case exterior tags become detached.
VALUABLES
We suggest you carry all travel documents, identification,
medicines and items of great value on board the aircraft
with you for your safety and accessibility. Do not pack
them in your luggage, which will be placed in the aircraft
cargo area.
GROUND TRANSPORTATION
Taxis - Three taxi companies have contracted
with Sky Harbor Airport to provide service for the following
rates. These rates apply regardless of how many people
in your party and how much luggage you are carrying.
You may choose any taxi you wish from the waiting line.
The three companies are: AAA Cab (602) 437-4000, Allstate
(602) 275-8888 and Discount (602) 266-1110.
Taxicab Rates
First Mile: $5.00
Each Additional Mile: $2.00
Traffic Delay: $20.00 per hour
Minimum Fare: $15.00
Airport Surcharge: $1.00 per trip
Limousines - Limousines offer airport-to-door
service. For-hire limousines are staged on the south
curbs of each terminal and available for walk-up service.
Rates are set according to the address being within
a given zone. The zone rates listed are for the first
two passengers. The rate for each additional passenger
is $10 per person.
Available Limousine Services
MTC Limousine: (800) 682-1112
CHECK-IN
Upon arrival at the hotel, please proceed to the front
lobby for check-in. You will be required to present
a major credit card to cover your hotel changes such
as room, tax and incidental charges i.e., in-room movies,
phone calls, room service and laundry. All major credit
cards are accepted in the hotel. Personal checks are
not accepted.
Official check-in time is 3:00pm. Should you arrive
at the hotel prior to 4:00pm, your room may not be ready.
However, the bellmen can store your luggage while you
enjoy lunch or explore your new surroundings.
NAME BADGES
Name badges will be distributed at the NAHREP Marketing
& Convention Expo Registration Desk. Please wear
your name badge to all convention functions so that
your fellow travelers, as well as hotel and NAHREP staff,
may easily identify you as a member of the NAHREP Marketing
& Convention Expo. Admission to events is by name
badge ONLY. Admission to ticketed meal events is by
badge and meal tickets.
CLIMATE
Phoenix, Arizona's average temperature in September
is low to mid 90's during the day, with it cooling off
at night to the mid 70's.
TIME ZONE
Phoenix, Arizona is on Pacific Standard Time. When it's
12:00pm in Phoenix, it's 12:00pm in Los Angeles, 1:00pm
in Denver, 2:00pm in Chicago and 3:00pm in New York.
GEOGRAPHY
Phoenix is located in the Phoenix Valley or "Valley
of the Sun" in central Arizona. It lies at a mean
elevation of 1,117 feet (340 m) in the heart of the
Sonoran Desert. The Salt River course runs westward
through the city of Phoenix; the riverbed is normally
dry except when excess runoff forces the release of
water from the four dams upriver. The Phoenix area is
surrounded by the McDowell Mountains to the northeast,
the White Tank Mountains to the west, the Superstition
Mountains far to the east, and the Sierra Estrella to
the southwest. Within the city are the Phoenix Mountains
and South Mountains.
CHILDREN
Phoenix is an exciting city for family members, and
you are welcome to bring your family, as long as their
stay is governed by the below constraints. HRG North
America can make air travel arrangements for your children
and/or other guests. There is a
$35.00 ticketing fee per ticket.
If you bring children, you are solely responsible
for them and for making arrangements for them so that
you can attend the National Association of Hispanic
Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP) Marketing
& Convention Expo. You are responsible for their
meals, for childcare if required.
CHILDCARE POLICY
Childcare is available at the hotel. Children must be
two years of age or older. Please make arrangements
prior to your stay by contacting the hotel directly.
TRAVEL STAFF / HOSPITALITY DESK
NAHREP and HRG North America representatives will be
on hand to assist you at the hotel. They will be available
at the NAHREP Hospitality Desk throughout your entire
stay. Please check with the desk upon arrival and occasionally
during your stay to note times, function rooms, bulletins
and any special announcements regarding the program
agenda. The location of the Hospitality Desk will be
announced closer to the program dates.
LAUNDRY AND VALET SERVICES
Arizona Biltmore Resort & Spa offers same day laundry
and dry cleaning services.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Should you need to be reached by family or associates:
Address
Arizona Biltmore Resort & Spa
2400 East Missouri Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85016
Phone & Fax
Main Hotel - Guests: (602) 955-6600
Fax: (602) 381-7600
Important Phone Numbers:
HRG North America Group Desk
888-292-7377 (in the U.S.)
203-965-0366 (outside the U.S.)
Monday Friday: 8:30am-5:30pm EST
HRG North America After Hours Help Desk
800-345-8070
Membership Code: C8G0
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