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MBA Annual Convention Important Information July 2010
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MBA Annual Pre-Convention Information  We are looking forward to MBA’s 97th Annual Convention and Expo Oct. 24 to 27. What makes this year even more exciting is the convention’s location – Atlanta, our backyard. We can’t wait to see you in our fair city and would like to extend a bit of Southern hospitality, as you plan your trip. Below are a few hotel, restaurant and transportation recommendations. In this issue:
Where to Stay in Atlanta |
Where to stay in Atlanta:
MBA has recommended a number of hotels close to the Georgia World Congress Center, including:
- The Ritz-Carlton, Atlanta, .8 miles from convention, $215 single/double
- Westin Peachtree Plaza, .9 miles from convention, $199 single/double
- Atlanta Marriott Marquis, 1.1 miles from convention, $195 single/double
You may also want to consider:
- Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta Downtown, .5 miles from convention, $186
- The Ellis Hotel, .8 miles from convention, $153
- W Atlanta, .9 miles from convention, $214
- TWELVE Centennial Park, 1 mile from convention, $209
*prices are listed from SideStep travel search engine site
If upscale is your goal, consider
- Ruth’s Chris, .4 miles from convention
- Peasant Bistro, .5 miles from convention
If convenience is your thing,
- Dantanna’s, in CNN Center
- McCormick & Schmick’s, in CNN Center
If you are entertaining, check out:
- STATS , .5 miles from convention, good upscale sports bar
- Legal Seafood, .5 miles from convention, lively bar with moderately upscale dining
If you want good ole Southern food, try:
- Gladys Knight and Ron Winan’s Chicken and Waffles, 1.7 miles from convention, there is always a line
- Mary Mac’s Tea Room, 1.9 miles from convention
A taste of Atlanta can be found at:
MBA has provided rental car recommendations on its website. We would also like to share public transportation and taxi and limo information:
- MARTA, best for traveling to and from the airport
- Atlanta Checker Cab Company, 404-351-1111, best for traveling within the city
- Cooper-Atlanta Chauffeured Transportation, 866-723-LIMO (5466)
WMA is finalizing a few special events in Atlanta to celebrate our clients and show our great appreciation and pleasure in working with you. We will forward details as soon as we finalize them.
We can recommend a few golf courses around town. If you are interested in playing, please e-mail bevin@williammills.com.
Sept. 24 – Early convention registration, final registration list substitutions
Sept. 27 – cutoff for registered attendees to receive hotel discounts
