ACI Convention
Transportation and Travel
Airport Shuttle
Airport Shuttle New Orleans offers a scheduled transfer service 7 days a week from 3:30 am to 2:00 am every 30 minutes to and from the New Orleans Marriott for $15.00 each way. Shuttles are located outside of baggage claim on the lower level. No reservations are necessary for departures from the airport. Return transfer reservations must be made 24-hours prior to departure. To purchase your shuttle ticket in advance or to learn more about Airport Shuttle New Orleans, please visit www.airportshuttleneworleans.com or call 504-522-3500. Please note that Airport Shuttle New Orleans does make additional stops at other hotels on the way to and from the New Orleans Marriott, which could delay your anticipated arrival/departure times.
ACI Fall 2009 Convention Discounted Airport Shuttle CLICK HERE.
Taxis
Taxi cabs are available outside baggage claim on the lower level. Departing guests should speak with the hotel concierge to arrange for transportation back to the airport. The average cost of a taxi to and from the New Orleans Marriott is approximately $35.00 each way, depending on the number of passengers and time of day.
Rental Cars
Hertz is the official car rental agency for the Fall 2009 Convention. Receive discounts on upgrades, weekly rentals, and weekend rentals. To make advance reservations, call 1-800-654-2210 or visit www.hertz.com. Provide the group code 0077289 when making your reservation. Hertz car rental desks are located on the lower level of the airport near baggage claim.
Parking
Valet parking is available for $33.00 per day. Additional self-parking is available off site. Please contact the hotel directly for additional information on alternative parking locations.
Visa
To find out if a visa is required for your trip, go to www.UnitedStatesVisas.gov.
ACI is unable to offer any financial assistance to international attendees traveling to the convention but will provide a letter of invitation upon request. Please contact ACI Event Services at conventions@concrete.org or 248-848-3795 to request a letter. Please include your complete contact information including your address in your request.
