CONFERENCE VENUE The AIIDE-13 workshops and technical program will be held at Northeastern University in the Curry Student Center. Registration will be held in the mezzanine outside of the Curry Student Center Ballroom October 14-18. For a map of campus, please see http://www.northeastern.edu/neuhome/aboutnortheastern/maps.html (and search for Curry Student Center). Maps will also be available onsite to attendees. Registration hours will be: Monday, October 14 Tuesday, October 15 Wednesday, October 16 Thursday, October 17 Friday, October 18 PARKING Parking will be available at the Renaissance Parking Garage (835 Columbus Avenue, Boston, MA). The walk from the lot is approximately 2-3 minutes to Curry Student Center. A parking lot map can be found at: http://www.northeastern.edu/parking/images/NU_ParkingLotMap.pdf METRO Northeastern is accessible by subway via the Green Line of the MBTA. From downtown Boston, take an "E" train outbound to the Northeastern stop, the first stop above ground. The campus can also be reached from downtown via the Orange Line by taking any train going outbound to Forest Hills and getting off at Ruggles Station. Commuter rail lines connect with the Orange Line at Ruggles Station, Back Bay Station, and North Station. ACCOMMODATIONS AIIDE-13 has reserved a small block of rooms at each of the hotels listed below. Conference attendees must contact the hotels directly. Please identify yourself as a "AIIDE-13" attendee to qualify for the reduced rates (see below for specific hotel instructions for ensuring group rate). Space is very limited in Boston in October, so attendees are encouraged to reserve early. Midtown Hotel (within 1/2 mile of campus) Centrally located in downtown Boston, The Midtown Hotel blends comfort and convenience with affordability. This moderately priced hotel, nestled in the heart of Boston’s Back Bay, puts the city at your doorstep. Just steps away from The Prudential Center, Copley Place and the Hynes Convention Center this downtown hotel is near three subway stops on both the green and orange lines. 220 Huntington Avenue Refer to Group Code “AIIDE13” when
calling or making a reservation online to get group rates. Cancellations must be made by 3:00pm 24 hours prior to arrival to avoid a first night room and tax penalty. Boston Hotel Buckminster (within walking distance)Located in the heart of Boston's Kenmore Square, the Boston Hotel Buckminster offers 94 tastefully decorated guest rooms and suites in a variety of arrangements and sizes to fit any Boston visitor's needs. The hotel combines modern amenities and Boston's historic charm with truly sensible rates. 645 Beacon Street Online Reservations: Refer to Group Block of “AIIDE_13” *Special discounted rates will not show when making an online reservation. However, rates can be converted to group rates by calling the hotel directly after making an online reservation. Special discounted rates are available
for the following room options:
Group rates are available Sunday,
October 13 through Thursday, October 17 Please check with the hotel directly when making your reservation regarding their cancellation policy. 40Berkeley (Hostel)Located at the heart of Boston city, 40Berkeley is the hippest, most affordable place to stay in Downtown Boston! Steps away from Copley Square, Prudential shopping center, Back Bay train station and the beautiful bars and restaurants of Tremont Street, 40Berkeley offers unbeatable value and convenience for all travelers. Note: that this accommodation is a hostel rather than a hotel and there is no special AIIDE-13 rate available. 40 Berkeley Street Please check with 40Berkeley directly for cancellation policy when making your reservation. Additional Hotels Northeastern University maintains a list of hotels near the campus that can be found at: http://www.northeastern.edu/admissions/visitcampus/stay.html
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