About Philadelphia, PA, USA
IEEE-BIBM 2008 will be held in Hyatt Regency Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA, USA from Nov 3-5, 2008
Hyatt Regency Philadelphia, situated on the Delaware River waterfront on the eastern edge of downtown, is within walking distance to Philadelphia’s exciting historic, shopping and entertainment areas. It is the only waterfront hotel providing ferry access to sites both in Philadelphia and along the Camden waterfront. Nearby to many family attractions and overlooking the beautiful Delaware River, it is the perfect hotel for a family vacation, romantic getaway, business meeting or social event.
| www.pennslanding.hyatt.com |
| 201 South Columbus Blvd. |
| Philadelphia, PA 19106 |
| Telephone: (215) 928-1234 |
| Sales Fax: (215) 521-6543 |
| Guest Fax: (215) 521-6600 |
Hotel Reservation
The Hotel confirms the following special run of the house rates for the IEEE BIBM 08 Group (the "Group Rate"). Hotel will accept reservations made by telephone at +1 800-233-1234. Meeting attendees will reference BIBM 2008 when making reservations. The reservation cut-off date shall be October 13, 2008 at 5:00 p.m. (Eastern) time.
Single/Double $ 185.00
Triple $ 210.00
Quadruple $ 235.00
Attractions
Waterfront attractions: Dave and Buster's, Independence Seaport
Museum, New Jersey State Aquarium, Childrens' Garden, Tweeter
Center, Battleship U.S.S. New Jersey; walking distance to nightlife
Historic District attractions: Liberty Bell, Franklin Court, Carpenters
Hall, Elfreth’s Alley, Betsy Ross House, Head House Square, Washington
Square, Constitution Center, Independence Hall Museums: Afro-American
Historical and Cultural Museum, National Museum of Jewish History,
Philadelphia Museum of Art, Franklin Institute Science Museum,
Rodin Museum, The Please Touch Museum, Pennsylvania Academy of
Fine Arts Theaters: The Walnut Street Theater, Forrest Theater,
Merriam Theater, Academy of Music, Kimmel Center for the Performing
Arts
Travel Information:
Airport Information:
Philadelphia International Airport is located just 7.2 miles southwest of Central Philadelphia. The Ground Transportation System at the Airport is an extensive network of taxicab, car rental, shuttle-bus, limousine, and van operations working to get you where you want to go in a safe, courteous and efficient manner. In addition, the Airport also offers SEPTA bus and regional rail service to Downtown Philadelphia and points in between.
