The 9th International Conference on Group IV Photonics (GFP)

29 - 31 August 2012

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Welcome to San Diego, California!

California's second largest city and the United States' eighth largest, San Diego boasts a citywide population of nearly 1.3 million residents and more than 3 million residents countywide. Within its borders of 4,200 sq. miles, San Diego County encompasses 18 incorporated cities and numerous other charming neighborhoods and communities, including downtown's historic Gaslamp Quarter, Little Italy, Coronado, La Jolla, Del Mar, Carlsbad, Escondido, La Mesa, Hillcrest, Barrio Logan, Chula Vista just to name a few. 

San Diego is renowned for its idyllic climate, 70 miles of pristine beaches and a dazzling array of world-class family attractions. Popular attractions include the world-famous San Diego Zoo and Wild Animal Park, Sea World San Diego and LEGOLAND California. San Diego offers an expansive variety of things to see and do, appealing to guests of all ages from around the world. 
 
In San Diego's East County, the terrain varies from gentle foothills to mile-high mountains and the historic mining town to the 600,000-acre Anza Borrego Desert State Park, offering nature-conscious visitors endless opportunities to hike, camp, fish, observe wildlife and much more. In San Diego's North County, the agricultural community produces quantities of flowers and magnificent produce. Wine growers are also making a mark by growing and harvesting quality grapes that become excellent wines, which are served at some of the most elegant restaurants and resorts in the region. Along the west, 70 miles of Pacific Ocean coastline not only supports year-round outdoor recreation, such as surfing, boating, sailing and swimming, but also important scientific research at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography. To the south, it's a whole different country, Mexico, featuring its own cultural offerings in various towns along the border and coastline, including Tijuana, Rosarito and Ensenada. 
 
San Diego's arts and culture and culinary arts are booming. The hottest, new culinary arts talents prepare award-winning meals throughout the regions 6,400 eating establishments. Balboa Park, the largest urban cultural park in the U.S., is home to 15 museums, numerous art galleries, beautiful gardens, the Tony Award-winning The Globe Theatres and the world-famous San Diego Zoo. 

Accommodation Information

Each room features bright décor and floor-to-ceiling windows for unrivaled views.  Remote-controlled television, in-room movies, two multi-line phones, data ports, voice mail, complimentary newspaper, iron/ironing board, daily maid service, hairdryer, and alarm clock are all featured in each room. Relax and get cozy at the Holiday Inn on the Bay!

Parking at the Hotel

Onsite Parking is $22.00 USD daily
Valet parking is $28.00 USD daily

 

Things to do

Holiday Inn on the Bay Hotel is located in the heart of downtown San Diego. Just down the street from the airport, a quick walk to the cruise ships, only minutes to the Zoo or SeaWorld, other downtown San Diego Bay hotels simply can't compete.  A stunning location overlooking San Diego Bay is just the beginning. Hop the complimentary shuttle to MCRD, Airport, Seaport Village, Horton Plaza, and the San Diego Zoo. or, simply walk to the Gaslamp Quarter for a night on the town. 

Nearby Attractions & Landmarks to include:
 
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Map & Directions

The Holiday Inn on the Bay Hotel is located approximately 10 minutes from the airport.

Driving Directions from San Diego:

Click here to view map of driving directions from the airport to the hotel.

From San Diego International Airport (SAN):
Follow signs and exit airport left onto N Harbor Drive (heading east). Follow two miles to Ash Street. You will see our downtown San Diego hotel on your left. Continue on N Harbor Drive to W Broadway and U-turn.

From I-5 South

Exit Front Street (#17) and continue on Front Street. Turn right on Ash Street and follow towards the Bay. Just before North Harbor Drive, turn left into the hotel parking lot.

From I-5 North
Exit W Hawthorne Street (#17) and continue on W Hawthorne Street. You will pass left under the highway. Turn left at N Harbor Drive. The hotel is located on the left just past Ash Street, U-turn at W Broadway.

Car Rental

Cars can be rented upon arrival at the San Diego International Airport. The rental car companies, just to name a few that are available at the airport are as follows:

Avis

Budget

Alamo

Enterprise

Hertz

National

Thrifty Car Rental

 

Ground Transportation

Hotel Shuttle
Complimentary shuttling to/from the San Diego International Airport is offered and should be arranged through the hotel concierge.

Taxi
Taxis are available at the airports and cost approximately $10.00 USD one-way
 

Train - Amtrak San Diego Santa Fe Depot

Distance: 0 MI / 0 KM West to Hotel

Complimentary Train Station Shuttle

Taxi Fee From Train Station: $5.00 (USD)

Two blocks behind hotel.

San Diego Trolley

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Two blocks behind hotel.

 

 

 

Hotel

Holiday Inn on the Bay Hotel

Holiday Inn on the Bay Hotel

1355 North Harbor Drive

San Diego, California 92101 USA

Phone: +1 619 232 3861

Fax: +1 619 232 4924

Reservations: +1 888 233 9527

Hotel Website

Reservations

Conference Rates:
Single/Double: $ 164.00 USD

 

These rates are excusive of applicable sales/room tax, currently 12.59 percent(12.59%). Housekeeping and other gratuities will be at guest discretion.

Reservation Deadline: 6 August 2012 5:00 pm PST

Please Note: To ensure that you are getting the contracted group rate, be sure to reference the “IEEE GFP” when making your reservation by phone.

A block of sleeping rooms has been reserved for the convenience of the conference attendees at The Holiday Inn on the Bay. The conference rates listed above are available five(5) days prior and five(5) days after the conference, based on availability.

Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 12:00 PM

All special requests, including bedding/smoking preferences, are not guaranteed, but subject to availability at the time of your arrival. The hotel will make every effort to accommodate your requests.
 

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Conference Planner

Rose Ann Bankowski

Conference Planner

IEEE Photonics Society

445 Hoes Lane

Piscataway, NJ 08855-1331 USA

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