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2011 Summer Evaluation Institute

June 12-15, 2011, Atlanta, Georgia, USA


TRAVEL: AEA/CDC SUMMER EVALUATION INSTITUTE

Accommodations

The 2011 Summer Evaluation Institute will be held at the Crowne Plaza Atlanta Perimeter at Ravinia Hotel, located at 4355 Ashford Dunwoody Road Atlanta, Georgia 30346.

(THIS HOTEL IS FULL AT THE DISCOUNTED RATE, SPACE MAY BE AVAILABLE AT A HIGHER RATE)

The following is from the hotel’s website:

“The Crowne Plaza Atlanta Perimeter at Ravinia sets the standard for quality and convenience at Atlanta's Perimeter Center. Situated in Ravinia Office Park, the hotel boasts ease of accessibility to all major highways, the Perimeter Mall, many restaurants and a variety of entertainment options. The hotel features high-speed internet access in all rooms, an indoor pool and health facility, three restaurants, a separate lounge, and Sylvia's Coffee Café featuring Starbucks coffee. The hotel also features the Crowne Plaza Sleep Advantage®. This program, in every sleeping room, offers a holistic approach to a better night's sleep and includes: new beds featuring seven layers of comfort, quiet zones, sleep CD and relaxation tips."

The Crowne Plaza Atlanta Perimeter at Ravinia has offered us a block of rooms at a fantastic group rate of $132.00 USD (single/double) per night, plus tax.

Please note that the rate of $132.00 USD is within the United States federal per diem for Atlanta.

(THIS HOTEL IS FULL AT THE DISCOUNTED RATE, SPACE MAY BE AVAILABLE AT A HIGHER RATE)

Complimentary breakfast at Bistro 55 is included as part of your room reservation. The restaurant is located on the Garden level of the hotel. Breakfast hours are from 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Discounted Conference Room Rates:

  • $132.00 per night single or double occupancy

Reservations: Must be made online:

Online: Click here for discounted room reservations 
(THIS HOTEL IS FULL AT THE DISCOUNTED RATE, SPACE MAY BE AVAILABLE AT A HIGHER RATE)

Through the reservation website you can book, modify or cancel your hotel reservations at any time.

Cancellation Policy: Canceling your reservation after 6pm on date of arrival or failing to arrive will result in a 1 night's room and tax penalty.


Ground Transportation

Travel between the airport and the Crowne Plaza Atlanta Perimeter is approximately 27 miles. The Ground Transportation Center (GTC), located near baggage claim, houses all ground transportation services including buses, taxis, shuttles (shared-ride, car rental, off-site airport parking), limousines/sedans and city trains/MARTA. Transportation services are available for persons with disabilities. Approximate costs and details are provided below. 

Driving/Parking: Self parking is complimentary/Valet is $15.00 USD daily
Shuttle/Atlanta Airport Superior Shuttle: $35.00 USD One way. $65.00 USD Round trip
Public Transit/MARTA: $2.75 USD One way
Taxi: $60.00 USD One way (Estimated)

Driving/Parking
The distance from the airport to the hotel is approximately 27 miles. You can view driving directions and a map on the hotels website by clicking here. Parking at the Crowne Plaza Atlanta Perimeter at Ravinia is complimentary for self parking and $15.00 USD for valet parking daily. Both have unlimited in and out privileges.

Shuttle/Atlanta Airport Superior Shuttle
The Atlanta Airport Superior Shuttle can take you between the airport and the Crowne Plaza Atlanta Perimeter at Ravinia. The shuttle from Hartsfield Int’l airport to the hotel is $35.00 USD one-way, and $65.00 USD round trip. The shuttle operates from 6:00 AM to 11:30 PM, 7 days a week. Reservations are required, either by phone or online. Telephone reservations can be made by calling 770-457-4794 anytime from 6am to 10pm, 7 days per week. You can find more information on the Atlanta Airport Superior Shuttle by clicking here.

Public Transit/MARTA
You can also get to the Crowne Plaza Atlanta Perimeter at Ravinia via Atlanta’s public transit system MARTA. It provides continuous transportation to and from the airport, as well as a variety of other Atlanta locations. Fares are $2.75 USD one-way.

The Crowne Plaza Atlanata Perimeter at Ravinia is located via the MARTA Dunwoody Station. For your convenience, the hotel provides complimentary shuttle service to/from the MARTA train station located directly across the street at Perimeter Mall. You must call the hotel at 770-395-7700 to be picked up from the MARTA station. You can find more information on MARTA by clicking here. 

Taxis and Limousines
Estimated taxi fare: $60.00 USD (one way to the Hotel). There is a $2.00 USD charge for each additional person. Taxis and limousines can be obtained at the airport's Ground Transportation Center located outside airport terminal near baggage claim  


State Travel Order Assistance

To assist employees of state governments in obtaining approval for training and travel, AEA can send an invitation letter to you via email. To request a letter, please send your name, title, agency, mailing address, and email address to Heidi Nye at heidi@eval.org. Please note, this letter does not register you for the Summer Evaluation Institute. To register for the institute, please use the online registration form found on this website.

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