The International Conference On
Metallurgical Coatings And Thin Films
ICMCTF 2008
 
April 28-May 2, 2008
Town and Country Hotel, San Diego, California, USA


Travel information

 

SHUTTLE SERVICE:  CLOUD 9 Shuttle is offering a special $12.00 one-way fare from the airport to the hotel (children under age 3 ride free).  After claiming your luggage, follow signs to the Ground Transportation Sky Bridge. Go to the "Shuttle for Hire" curb and ask the dispatcher for the Cloud 9 Shuttle.  For additional information, use the courtesy phone in the baggage claims area or call 1-800-974-8885.  Return reservations must be made by the evening prior to your departure. 

TAXI fares from the airport average approximately $25 - $30 each way. 

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS:  Refer to the reservation forms under the Hotel Reservation Tab.

PLEASE NOTE:  A limited number of rooms are held at the Town and Country Hotel for your convenience. Reservations should be made early to guarantee space for you. be sure to mention that you are attending the ICMCTF meeting to receive conference rates. The hotel requires a one night deposit to secure and confirm your reservation.

Room reservations for the ICMCTF block of rooms should be made directly with the hotel.  The form and web address can be found under the hotel reservation tab.  When making your reservations by phone, fax or e-mail please mention your participation with the ICMCTF Conference in order to receive the special hotel room rate.  If this fact is not mentioned, you may be advised by a reservationist that the hotel is sold out.  This statement is due to the fact that the ICMCTF holds a block of rooms, not to be sold to the general public. This block of rooms are released April 1, 2008, then rooms are subject to availability. These hotel room rates do not include applicable taxes or the parking fee.

HOTEL PARKING: Parking rates for both Hotel Guests and Local Attendees is a $6.00 daily flat rate with in/out privileges. Must show paper receipt from earlier in the day. These rates include in/out privileges, attendee must show paper receipt from earlier in the day. 

TROLLEY SERVICE:  The trolley line runs behind the Town and Country Hotel in the mall parking lot. One way, round trip and all day passes can be bought from the machines located on the trolley platforms. 

SAN DIEGO CONVENTION AND VISITOR’S BUREAU:  Additional information concerning San Diego and the surrounding areas can be found by contacting the visitor’s bureau at 1-619-232-3101 or www.sandiego.org.

CAR RENTAL:  AVIS has been selected as the official car rental company for ICMCTF.  The special rates available are shown below.  Reservations can be made on-line (http://www.avis.com) or by calling 1-800-331-1600 and reference Avis Worldwide Discount number AWD J099478. 

 

AVIS ICMCTF 2008 Car Rental Rates*
San Diego, California

Car Class

Daily Rates Weekly Rates Weekend/per day
Subcompact (A) $36.00 $144.00  $21.00
Compact (B)  $41.00 $154.00  $23.00
Intermediate (C) $46.00 $175.00  $25.00
Full Size 2-door (D) $48.00 $185.00  $28.00
Full Size 4-door (E) $51.00 $196.00  $31.00
Premium (G) $57.00 $257.00  $39.00
Luxury(H) $83.00 $350.00 $63.00
Minivan*(V) $57.00 $288.00  $57.00
Convertibles*(K) $57.00 $290.00  $57.00
Sport Utility (W) $57.00 $288.00  $57.00
12 Passenger Van (P) $111.00 $563.00  $113.00

With great discounts and the highest levels of service, there's never been a better reason to rent with Avis!

  • The above rates are guaranteed.  Return to the same renting location or additional surcharges may apply.  All rates include unlimited free mileage.  Weekend daily rates are available from noon Thursday – Monday at 11:59 PM (vehicle must be checked out by 3:00 PM Sunday)

  • Should a lower qualifying rate become available at the time of booking, AVIS is pleased to offer a 5% discount off the lower qualifying rate or the meeting rate, whichever is lowest. The attendee must use the assigned Meeting AVIS Discount Number and meet AVIS rate requirements to receive the discount. (Rate discounts are available at all corporate and participating licensee locations.)

  • Rates do not include any state or local surcharges, tax, optional coverage or gas refueling charges. Renter must meet AVIS’ age (25), driver, and credit requirements.
     

  • Reservations can be made by calling 1-800-331-1600 or online at www.avis.com