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Convention Hotel

Orlando World Center Marriott Resort & Convention Center
8701 World Center Drive
Orlando, FL 32821

Book your room at The Orlando World Center Marriott before June 16 and receive a discounted room rate of $149 per night. ACF has teamed with the hotel to offer these special room rates three nights before and three nights after the conference, based upon availability. Make your reservations online, or call the hotel directly at (800) 380-7931.

Travel Agency

Leave the stress of coordinating your travel plans to the experts. All of your travel needs can be handled conveniently through Carlson Wagonlit Travel. Contact Sandra Gardner at (800) 352-2572, Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Eastern Standard Time.

Transportation at Orlando World Center Marriott

Airport: Mears Transportation operates shuttle service to/from the resort and the Orlando Airport. Tickets may be purchased at the Mears desk on the baggage level of the airport and cost $31 round trip per adult and $23 per child (ages 4-11). One way tickets are $19 for adults and $15 for children. Children under 4 ride for free. Reservations from the resort to the airport are required four hours prior to airline departure time. Reservations from the airport to the resort are not necessary in advance as shuttles operate 24 hours per day and leave every 15-20 minutes. The World Center is the first stop from the airport.

Walt Disney World Theme Parks: Shuttle service from the hotel to the Disney attractions is available by 90-minute advance reservation for scheduled morning departure times. The cost is $15 roundtrip for adults or children. Children under 4 years are free.

Travel Discounts

JetBlue Airways is pleased to offer attendees of the 2009 ACF National Convention a 5% discount off the lowest available fare when booking online to Orlando International Airport. Promo Code: acfchefsmco.
Travel Dates
Outbound: July 8-11, 2009
Return: July 14-17, 2009

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Parking

Self parking is complimentary. Valet parking is also available for $18 for overnight guests or hourly rates apply to day guests.

Attractions

Whether you are looking to satisfy your need for thrills, rejuvenate your mind and body, indulge in world-class shopping or just putt around on a golf course, Orlando is the place to go.

Sites to See and Things to Do

• Theme parks: You are certain to have an unforgettable time at any of these theme parks: Walt Disney World, Islands of Adventure, Universal Studios, SeaWorld, Wet 'n Wild, Aquatica, Gatorland and many more.
• Dining: Orlando offers a multitude of dining options that can satisfy even the largest appetite.The city beautiful offers five-star cuisine, foods from around the world, trendy cafes, meals with your favorite cartoon character or superhero, and much more.
• Shopping: Indulge yourself on a shopping spree at any of these locations: Florida Mall, Mall at Millennia, Factory Outlets, and many more.

For more information on your stay in Orlando, please visit www.orlandoinfo.com.

Weather

In July, passing afternoon rain and thunderstorms are quite common. However they usually disappear quickly, leaving you to enjoy the rest of your sunny day. The average high for Orlando in July is 92°F and the average low is 73°F.