AIRPORT
Logan Airport is closely situated to the Marriott Long Wharf hotel and handles both international as well as domestic arrivals and departures. A cab fare from the airport to the hotel is approximately $25. The subway (http://www.mbta.com) can be used as well: one-way fare is $1.25. (Take the Blue Line inbound from the Airport station to the Aquarium stop.) A Water Taxi ($10/person) can also be taken from the Logan Airport dock to Long Wharf. Visit http://www.citywatertaxi.com for more information.

INFORMATION FOR INTERNATIONAL VISITORS
We recommend visiting a site, such as Frommers.com (http://www.frommers.com) for detailed information on banking, business hours, eletricity, tipping, etc.

MEALS
Morning and afternoon coffee breaks are included in the registration fee and will occur daily. There will be an optional lunch session on Monday, June 27th. Breakfasts and other lunches will be on your own. In addition to dining facilities at the Marriott Long Wharf Hotel, the conference venue is within walking distance of many dining options, including the Faneuil Hall area (http://www.faneuilhallmarketplace.com/ShopDine/Dining/) and the North End (http://www.northendboston.com/dining.htm).

There will be a welcome reception on Friday, June 24th, with light hors d'oeuvres, a harbor cruise on Sunday, June 26th with a buffet, and a dinner at the closing banquet on Monday, June 27th.

We will try to accommodate any special dietary needs, including vegetarian and kosher, during the conference. To request an alternate menu for dietary reasons, please contact the Office of Continuing Medical Education at least two weeks prior to the start of the conference.

SIGHTSEEING AND INFORMATION FOR VISITING BOSTON WITH CHILDREN
We recommend visiting the Greater Boston Convention and Visitors Bureau website at http://www.bostonusa.com.


CLIMATE AND CLOTHING
"You've probably heard the saying about New England weather: 'If you don't like it, wait 10 minutes.' Variations from day to day (if not minute to minute) can be enormous. You can roast in March and freeze in June, shiver in July and sweat in November. Dressing in layers is always a good idea. (From http://www.frommers.com)

Average temperatures for Boston in June are between 59 degrees Fahrenheit and 77 degrees Fahrenheit. (From http://www.weather.com)

Lightweight, comfortable clothes and walking shoes, a hat, and sunglasses are advised. Also bring a light waterproof jacket and a sweater, "just in case". Most Americans are casual dressers; however, for dining at better restaurants, a jacket and tie is recommended.

LANGUAGE
The official language of the conference is English. Both oral and written communications, presentations, and all printed material relating to the conference will be in English.

LOCAL TRANSPORT
Boston is a very walkable city. Many landmarks, restaurants, and shopping are within walking distance of the conference hotel. Public transportation (the MBTA, or the "T" - http://www.mbta.com) is one of the easiest ways to get around the city, and includes the subway system, bus system, and commuter rail. Taxis are also easily available from the lobby of the hotel.

NAME BADGES
Name badges will be provided at registration. You MUST have your name badge to attend all sessions, breaks and meals.

PASSPORT AND VISA
Obtaining the necessary passport and visa information is strictly the responsibility of the individual delegate. Letters of invitation to the conference will be sent upon request. For more information on obtaining a visa, please visit http://www.travel.state.gov.

REGISTRATION
The registration desk will be situated on the ballroom level of the Marriott Long Wharf Hotel. Dates and times of operation are to be determined.