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2012 NSF EFRI Grantees Conference
Mar 7, 2012 - Mar 9, 2012
Key Bridge Marriott , Arlington, VA

Travel Planning Information

The Key Bridge Marriott hotel is easily accessible via public transportation if you are traveling through Washington Reagan National Airport.  Take the Blue Line Metro going towards Largo Town Center (you might need to take the free airport shuttle to Terminal B where the Metro station is located).  Disembark at the Rosslyn Metro station (5 stops). Exit the station on the east side (Fort Meyer Drive), and turn left to follow the signs to the skywalk.  Once you get up there, you will see the Key Bridge Marriott across Lee Highway.

If you plan to travel through Washington Dulles International Airport (see next paragraph) or Baltimore/Washington International Airport, we recommend either taking a taxi or pre-arranging shuttle transportation, as Metro service to and from these airports is not yet available.  Approximate one-way taxi fares are $50 - $60 for Dulles and $55 - $75 for BWI, depending on the time of travel, road conditions, and number of passengers.  The SuperShuttle also serves both of these airports.

For the more adventurous, the 5A Bus to Dulles Airport makes stops at the Rosslyn Metro Station. Please check out the Metrorail schedule for details.

Climate and Attire

March weather in the Metropolitan DC area averages a high of 56° F and an average low of 37° F.  March can also be one of the rainier months, so please check your favorite weather source before packing and traveling. Business and business-casual attire are both appropriate for the meeting, and we remind you to bring what you may need to utilize the Key Bridge Marriott’s exercise facilities or just to walk around the town.

Meals

The Conference will provide two breakfasts, a working lunch, morning and afternoon breaks, and the Thursday evening reception.  Outside of the conference, the immediate neighborhood offers myriad options for dinner and entertainment, and, of course, Washington DC is a short taxi or Metro ride away. Historic and multi-cultural Georgetown is a walk across the Key Bridge from the hotel.

Cancellations and Transferability

Cancellations must be made no later than Wednesday, February 29, 2012, in order to be refunded less a $25 cancellation fee.  Registrations are transferable as well. Manage your own registration online by logging back into the registration module, and entering your email address and password. Cancellation refunds after February 29 are at the discretion of Ann Becker and Associates, Inc. (ABA)

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Happy holidays and safe travels!