Hotel Reservations

Hotel Information

Airline Information

Ground Transportation

A room reservation may be obtained through the AAOS website www.aaos.org or by contacting EXPERIENT as shown below. A deposit of $200 per room; $400 per one-bedroom suite, or $600 per two-bedroom suite is due at the time of the reservation. Your deposit will be charged immediately to your credit card.

Housing options in San Francisco range from historic properties to chain hotels. Hotels closest (within walking distance) to the convention center fill quickly and will not have shuttle service to the convention center, so consider this when you make your reservations. Reservations are made on a first come; first served basis. Physician attendees may not obtain housing through technical exhibitors.

Internet

• www.aaos.org/anmeet
• Reservations confirmed immediately.

Phone

• (800) 650-6824 U.S. and Canada
• (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Central Time)
• (847) 282-2529 International

By Fax

• (800) 521-6017 U.S. and Canada
• (Cover sheet not required)
• (847) 940-2386 International

Before arrival

Hotel changes or cancellations can be made directly with EXPERIENT until February 15, 2008.

After arrival

ALL housing issues can be addressed at the EXPERIENT Housing Desk located in The Moscone Center, North Lobby, starting Tuesday, March 4 at 1:00 PM.

Avoid Room Cancellations

• Write down the full hotel name.
• Confirm your arrival date and departure date.
• Print a copy of your reservation confirmation.
• Call Experient at (800) 650-6824 if you need to confirm, cancel, or change your reservation.

Attire

Professional attire is appropriate at the meeting and to visit the exhibit area. Some restaurants require coats and ties for gentleman, but most welcome casual attire. Check each restaurant’s policy when making reservations.

ADA Needs

ADA accommodations are available at most hotels. Please specify what your needs are when making your reservations so that the hotel can insure your comfort. AAOS hotel shuttle will not be available to hotels located within walking distance of the convention center.

The San Francisco Convention & Visitors Bureau maintains a TDD/TYY information line at (415)392-0328. For additional information, visit the website at www.accessnca.com.

Airport

The San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is located approximately 15 miles south of San Francisco, near the junction of Highways 101 and 380 and services over 51 airlines.

Airlines

Special meeting discounts available through United can be obtained by calling 1-800-521-4041, Code: 549KD. Or you may call EXPERIENT at 1-800-621-1083 between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM (Central Time), Monday through Friday.

To book online go to www.travelport.net/registration You will be asked to register.

Company Name: AAOS

Pin Number: JHWVJR86

Please enter the information, as instructed, which will grant you access to book your flights on-line, anytime.

Helpful Hints: Once you are prompted to "Go to Travelport", you will be sent to our Welcome page.

• New User ID: is your email address (that you entered on the registration age).
• Password: is the password you provided on the registration page.
• For security measures, you will be asked to change your password. Once you have completed these tasks you are authorized to book air travel.
• The service fee is $20. EXPERIENT will append any discount related to the meeting, as applicable. To return to the site in the future, simply go to www.travelport.net

Banks

Exchanging foreign currency or cashing traveler's checks (foreign or domestic) can be done at several locations throughout the city. Please check with your hotel concierge for the location nearest you.

Ground Transportation

Airport Shuttle

Door-to-door vans provide service between SFO and passenger-specified locations in shared ride vans that make multiple stops. Van service is available on a walk-up basis. However, passengers are advised to make reservations for service after 11:00 PM. One-way fares from the airport to downtown San Francisco range from $15-$17 per passenger. Upon claiming your luggage (lower level), proceed to the upper level and outside to the curb on the Departures/ Ticketing Level (center island) at all terminals. Obtain a discount coupon or make reservations with Lorrie’s Airport Service.

Hotel Shuttle

Hotel shuttles will run between the hotels and The Moscone Center starting Tuesday, March 4 at 1:00 PM. Hotels without shuttle service are designated on the housing list.

Parking

The Moscone Center is located at 747 Howard Street, San Francisco, CA 94103. Off-site parking is available at several nearby locations including: Fifth & Mission Parking Garage (adjacent to Moscone West) 833 Mission Street (between Fourth & Fifth streets); Hearst Parking Center, 45 Third Street (entrance on Stevenson, 2 blocks from Moscone South/North); and Moscone Center Garage, 255 Third Street (Folsom & Howard, across the street from Moscone South's Esplanade Ballroom). The cost is $3 per hour (0-7 hours), $25 (7-12 hours), and $30 (12-24 hours).

Public Transportation

The Bay Area is full of places to go and ways to get there. Buses, trains, and trolleys make travel accessible and economical for visitors. One-way fares range from $1.50 to $5.00 per person. For specific transportation and traveler information including weather, traffic conditions, and parking, call TravInfo at (415)817-1717 or visit www.511.org.

BART Airport Transfers to San Francisco

Bay Area Rapid Transit

BART - from San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

Taking BART at SFO is easy and highly recommended. The round trip ticket costs $10.70. The trip downtown only takes 25 minutes. Just go to the BART station in the International (Intl) Terminal. It's a short walk from Terminal Three to BART and a slightly longer walk from Terminal One. You can also take the free Airtrain from both terminals directly to the BART station. International arrivals turn right when leaving customs. Go to the escalator and up to the next level. Walk straight ahead and turn left and you’ll see the station. San Francisco bound trains depart 3-4 times an hour.

U.S. residents can purchase BART SFO tickets. Tickets will be mailed to you.

BART - from Oakland International Airport (OAK)

Taking BART from OAK is easy too! It takes about 45 minutes to take the AirBART shuttle and BART to San Francisco. Just go to the AirBART shuttle stop on the traffic island and take the AirBART bus. Deposit $3.00 in the AirBART shuttle fare box when you board. Upon arrival at the Coliseum station purchase a round-trip ticket for $7.10. Proceed upstairs and take a San Francisco, Daly City or SFO bound train to San Francisco.

U.S. residents can purchase a BART OAK Ticket Travel Pack.

Directions to Moscone North & South:

Take BART to the Montgomery Station. Take the Market St/3rd St. exit up to Market. Walk to 3rd St., cross the street and turn left. Go down 3rd past the Westin two blocks. You’ll walk next to Moscone South in the second block. Turn right after passing the building, and you’ll see the entrances to Moscone N. & S.

Plan your route ahead of time.

Rental Cars

AAOS has negotiated special rates for rental cars during the meeting. Car reservations can be made via the AAOS registration website, EXPERIENT, your travel agent, or direct with the rental car companies. Call the numbers listed below and mention the discount code.

Car Company	Meeting Code	Phone	Internet
Hertz	CV# 02KS0011	(800) 654-2240	www.hertz.com
Avis	J095822	(800) 331-1600	www.avis.com

Taxi Service

Taxis depart from designated taxi zones located, on the Arrivals/Baggage Claim Level of all terminals at San Francisco International Airport (SFO). Ramp accessible taxis are available. Please contact the taxi coordinator to request a ramp accessible taxi, or phone *1191 from any airport courtesy phone.

Taxi drivers are required by airport regulation to accept fares to all Bay Area destinations.

Approximate fares to San Francisco:

• Cow Palace - $29
• Downtown - $37
• Fisherman’s Wharf - $44

Metered rates apply to all destinations.  Destinations 15 miles beyond the limits of the City and County of San Francisco or 15 miles beyond the boundaries of San Francisco International Airport are charged at 150% of the metered rate.  A $2.00 exit surcharge is included in all San Francisco taxicab meter fares for rides originating from San Francisco International Airport.  By sharing a ride, up to five persons can ride for the price of one person.

Weather

San Francisco is a city with temperate, unpredictable weather. When you visit, bring layers of clothing, as well as a coat for foggy mornings and cool evenings. Average temperature in March is 61˚ (16 degrees Celsius).

Shopping

San Francisco's varied shopping centers offer some of the best shopping in the world. Union Square, Hayes Valley, upper Fillmore, the Mission, Sacramento Street, Chinatown and downtown's San Francisco Shopping Center offer urban sophisticate to funk fantastic. Visit www.sanfrancisco.com/shopping for detailed information.