7th ALSTROM SYNDROME INTERNATIONAL FAMILY CONFERENCE AND SCIENTIFIC SYMPOSIUM
The 7
th Alstrom Syndrome International Family Conference and Scientific Symposium will be held in at the Radisson in Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA. Families and professionals from around the world will attend the Conference. Medical professionals and scientists will hold Symposia on Thursday, May 9th and Saturday May11th, 2013. The full conference for families and professionals will begin with a welcome reception on Thursday evening, May 9 and continue through Monday morning May 13, 2013. Registration is required for all participants.
- We are expecting families from 42 States and 15 different countries in Europe, South America, and Asia.
- US dollar, credit cards, and travelers checks are widely accepted. Currency exchange (Euro only) is available at a nearby bank.
- Activities for children are scheduled throughout the conference, and a Mother’s Day Feast is planned for all on Sunday at Plimouth Plantation (www.plimoth.org).
About the Location and Venue: Plymouth (also known historically as
Plimouth and
Plimoth) holds a place of great prominence in American history, folklore, and culture. It is the site of the colony founded in 1620 by the Pilgrims who arrived on the Mayflower and held the first Thanksgiving. Plymouth is located approximately 40 miles (64 km) south of Boston. As one of America’s first settlements, it is well-known in the United States as an historic site (
www.seeplymouth.com )
To make your hotel reservations, call 800-967-9033 (toll free)and
reference the date (May 9-13, 2013), hotel property (Plymouth Radisson) and Alstrom Syndrome International. If you prefer to speak directly with a front desk agent in Plymouth, call the 1- 508-747-4900 number and hit “0” and ask for in-house reservations. Inquiries can also be sent to
in**@ra**************.com . We expect to fill the hotel, so make hotel reservations early! The discounted rate will apply both five (5) days before and five (5) days after the actual conference dates.
General Information
- Average Temperature in early May: 44-680 F (7-200C)
- Taxes: Massachusetts Sales Tax is 6.25%
- Time Zone: GMT-5 hours
- Attire/Dress Code for the Conference is casual. Wear comfortable shoes and dress in layers. Bring a warm jacket for outdoor activities and a bathing suit for the hotel pool.
Letters of Invitation and visa application to attend the ASI 2013 Conference: We can send you an individual invitation letter to help you obtain a visa. Please contact
AS******@ho*****.com and include the following details: full name (as printed in your passport), full postal address and passport number.
Visa requirements: Please check that your passport and any visa requirements for travel to the USA are current.
Transportation from Boston Logan Airport: Plymouth & Brockton bus line (
http://www.p-b.com/ ) offers coach service every hour between Boston Logan Airport and Plymouth. At Logan, buses depart each airline terminal on the lower level OUTSIDE the BAGGAGE CLAIM areas, at the sign that reads “Scheduled Buses” or “Bus Stop.” Plymouth & Brockton does
not accept reservations. Tickets may be purchased in advance but do not guarantee a seat on any particular date or at any specific time. Tickets purchased when boarding the bus at Logan are cash only. The fare is $20.00 one way and $36.00 round trip.
Certificate of Attendance: All attendees will receive a Certificate of Attendance
Child Care: A Tot Room (ages 3 and under) will be located on-site during the conference sessions. The room will be equipped with toys and activities, as well as areas for napping. Cribs are available on request.
Older children: Game rooms and movies will be available during the evening hours. The “Carl-Henry”, our traditional hospitality suite, will be available for family use to stop in for a cup of coffee or to relax during the meeting.
Family Hospitality Suite: The traditional “Carl-Henry” hospitality suite will be available for gathering throughout the conference.
Internet Access: Free wireless Internet access is available at the Radisson. There is a public computer and printer available in the lobby.
Laundry facilities: Coin operated laundry facilities are available on-site at the Radisson.
Liability and Insurance: Alstrom Syndrome International and the Conference Organizers cannot accept liability for personal accidents or loss of or damage to private property of participants and accompanying persons. Participants are advised to take out their own personal travel and health insurance for their trip.
