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The Congress has negotiated special reduced rates at the Marriott Marquis in Times Square at 1535 Broadway. This is a very busy time of year in New York, so we recommend that you make your reservations early to ensure availability at the hotel.
Reservations
To make your reservations click the link below or, please call 800-843-4898 and ask for the special rate for the “World Congress on Diabetes” at the New York Marriott Marquis.
Check-in/Check-out
Check–in time for all Hotel Guests is 4:00 pm. Participants may be checked in earlier depending on the occupancy level and availability of “ready” rooms. Check-out time is 12:00 pm.
Guaranteed Reservations
All reservations must be accompanied by a first night room deposit guaranteed with a major credit card.
Taxes
Hotel room rates are subject to applicable state and local taxes in effect at the time of check-in. Maximum of three people per room.
Arrivals
Breakfast will be served beginning at 6:30 a.m. on Monday, September 15th, with the program starting promptly at 7:30 a.m.
Departures
The Congress is expected to finish around 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 16, 2008. Please plan your departing flight after 8:30 pm to allow for transit time as well as to comply with the airline’s recommendation of arriving 2 hours prior to your scheduled flight time.
Airports
There are 3 airports located within a short distance from New York City.
 New York / LaGuardia International Airport (LGA) is 9 miles away
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is 15 miles away
Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey (EWR) is 15 miles away
Traffic in/around New York City can be substantial. Please consider this when booking your flights.
VISA Information for International Attendees
For more than 50 years, the United States of America has required visas to be issued to those wishing to study, visit, or conduct business in the U.S.While changes have been made recently to U.S. visa law, many procedures remain the same. Most importantly, you must APPLY EARLY for a visa, as processing time has increased in some instances. For information about obtaining a visa, please visit the following website: http://www.unitedstatesvisas.gov If you need a written invitation to assist you with your visa, please email the Congress staff at admin@interventionaldiabetology.org with your name and address.
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