Registration
For information or assistance, call AHAA headquarters at (703) 610-9014.
Registration forms will not be processed without payment (check
or credit card). In order to receive the early bird discount, payment must accompany the registration form. If you are going to register by mail please be sure to include the registration form with your payment.

Registration fees are as follow:

AHAA Member in good standing (1st member)	$550
AHAA Member additional attendees	$300
AHAA Member late registration	$550
Non Member rate (per person)	$1,100
Student/Faculty	$75

Full registration includes admission to all conference sessions, continental breakfasts, luncheons, and social events. Please contact AHAA with all badge changes and/or substitutions in writing no later than September 17. Any changes needed after that date should be made on-site at the AHAA registration desk at The Plaza Hotel.

Once you arrive at the hotel, please proceed to the AHAA Registration area to receive your badge and conference materials. The AHAA Registration Desk will open on Wednesday, September 29 at Noon. Note: Only registered individuals with badges may attend conference events.

Cancellation Policy
All Cancellations must be received in writing. A cancellation fee of 25% will apply to all registrations made before September 10, 2004. No refunds will be made on cancellations received after September 10.

Media Registration
For credentialed journalists covering the conference please click here to request your media credentials . Once you arrive at the hotel, please proceed to the AHAA Registration area to present your credentials and receive your pass and other materials. The AHAA Registration Desk will open on Wednesday, September 29 at Noon.  

Attendee Registration List
Registrations received prior to September 17 will have their names included in the Conference Registration List distributed to all conference attendees.

Weather and Attire
September is one of the most pleasant months in New York City. The air is crisp and clear, and the sun shines often. Pack light slacks and long sleeve tops. You will also want to pack a warm sweater or coat for the evenings. Business casual attire is generally the norm for sessions, receptions and parties.

Remember, meeting room temperatures may be cool and personal comfort zones vary widely. It is recommended that you bring a sweater or jacket to the conference sessions.

Hotel Accommodations
The Plaza Hotel Is A New York legend, located at the most prestigious address of 5th Avenue and Central Park South. Since it first opened its doors in 1907, The Plaza has upheld its impeccable reputation and remained the premier hotel in New York City. Constructed with all the pomp, glory, and opulence of a French chateau, The Plaza is exquisitely decorated, with remarkable elegance and beauty in each meticulous detail.

For reservations, please call (800) 441-1414 or (800) 759-3000. Reservations must be made no later than August 29, 2004. After August 29 reservations will be accepted on a space and rate-available basis only. All changes and/or cancellations are to be made directly with the hotel. When making your reservations, please be sure to ask for AHAA's special conference rates:

Single/Double	$336.00 per night
Jr. Suites	$425.00 per night
Park View Room	$495.00 per night
Fifth Avenue Suite	$680.00 per night
Central Park Suite	$980.00 per night

The above rates are net and are for single/double occupancy.

The Plaza Hotel
5th Avenue at Central Park South
New York, NY 10019
Phone (212) 759-3000
Fax(212) 759-3167

AIRLINE INFORMATION

United Airlines
If you contact United's toll-free number (800) 521-4041 to book your reservations, you will receive an additional 5% discount off any published airfare. Make sure you refer to Meeting ID Number 598CY.

US Airways
To obtain this discount, call US Airways' Group and Meeting Reservation Office toll free at (877) 874-768, 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. (EST). Refer to Gold File Number 99142893.

Ground Transportation
The LaGuardia, JFK and Newark airports provide taxi, shuttle and limousine service to the hotel. Generally, travel time between the airports and Midtown Manhattan by taxi or car is 45 to 60 minutes for JFK, 20 to 35 minutes for LaGuardia, and 35 to 50 minutes for Newark. Always allow extra time, though, especially during rush hour.