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Hotel & Travel Information
San Diego Marriott Hotel and Marina (headquarters hotel)
333 West Harbor Dr.
San Diego, CA 92101
800-266-9432
619-234-1500, ext. 6800
marriott.com
The San Diego Marriott is a magnificent hotel located in the heart of San Diego overlooking the bay. Basic amenities in each room include a spacious desk, high-speed Internet access (additional fee), and luxurious bedding. The Marriott offers several options for dining and is a short walk from the Gaslamp district, which offers additional dining, shopping, and entertainment. It's located adjacent to the convention center, the site of Staffing World sessions and events.
Room rates:
$260 single
$280 double
Make reservations by calling 800-266-9432 or 619-234-1500, ext. 6800, and asking for the ASA Staffing World 2008 convention group rate. Reservations can also be made online. Group rates apply until Sept. 18, but are subject to availability. After that date, reservations will be accepted on a space-available basis at the hotel's prevailing rate.
Omni San Diego Hotel
675 L St.
San Diego, CA 92101
800-843-6664
619-231-6664
omnihotels.com
Situated in the heart of the historic Gaslamp district, the Omni Hotel puts you close to the city's top attractions and sites. Located across the street from the convention center, the site of Staffing World sessions and events, the Omni's amenities include complimentary high-speed Internet access, as well as minibars and luxurious bedding. Enjoy the outdoor terrace, which features a heated outdoor pool, spa, and stone fireplace.
Room rates:
$245 single/double
Make reservations by calling 800-843-6664 or 619-231-6664 and asking for the ASA Staffing World 2008 convention group rate. When making reservation online, enter the group code 17300101918. Group rates apply until Sept. 26, but are subject to room availability. After that date, reservations will be accepted on a space-available basis at the hotel's prevailing rate.
Convention Center
All Staffing World events will be held in the San Diego Convention Center unless otherwise noted. The San Diego Convention Center is located downtown along San Diego Bay and within a short walking distance of the Gaslamp district and the Staffing World hotels.
Airport and Ground Transportation
The San Diego International Airport (SAN) is approximately 10 minutes from the convention hotels. Shuttle service is available 24 hours a day from the airport and costs approximately $8 one way per person. For more information, visit san.org. Taxi service is approximately $13 one way from the airport to the convention hotels.
Attire
Business casual clothing (slacks, khakis, open-collared shirts, lightweight sweaters) is appropriate for the education sessions. Bring casual clothes for the day tours and cocktail attire for some of the evening events. Black tie is the style of choice for the final festivities at the grand banquet.
Weather
San Diego enjoys October average highs of 73 degrees Fahrenheit (23 degrees Celsius). Average lows are 58 degrees Fahrenheit (14 degrees Celsius).
San Diego Attractions
With a perfect climate, sand and surf, and an alluring array of world-class attractions, San Diego offers a wide variety of things to see and do, appealing to visitors from around the globe. Below is a quick list of what the city has to offer.
- Shopping at major retailers and trendy boutiques
- Golf
- Fine dining
- Art galleries
- Pristine beaches
- Exciting nightlife
All of this and more will enhance your San Diego experience during Staffing World. Stay late or arrive early to explore the beauty of the California coast or to visit Mexico. ASA has planned exciting tours and entertainment events including a VIP tour of the USS Midway; an afternoon at the famous San Diego Zoo; an excursion to Tijuana, Mexico; and a dinner cruise on San Diego Bay.
"The after-hours events were great!" —Jeff LaRue, M Force Staffing Inc., Nashville, TN
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