Minneapolis, Minnesota 28 April – 1 May 2011
Hotel and Travel Information
Location and Accommodation
The workshop will take place at the Hilton Minneapolis. The Hilton Minneapolis is SOLD OUT, but The Marquette Hotel is accepting overflow reservations. If you have previously booked a room with the Hilton Minneapolis, please click here for more hotel and travel information.
The International Baccalaureate (IB) has arranged preferred room rates for this workshop. Reservations must be made before Thursday, 14 April 2011. When you call the toll free number or reservation number below, please inform the agent that you are with IBO.
The Marquette Hotel Toll Free 1 (800) 328-4782
710 Marquette Avenue Reservations (612) 376-7400
Minneapolis, MN 55402 (State you are with IBO)
USA Facsimile (612) 288-2188 Hotel Website http://www.marquettehotel.com/
Check-in 3:00pm Check-out 12:00pm
Single/Double Rate USD $175.00 (Executive Room) Includes complimentary continental
breakfast, evening reception, and in-room high speed internet
Cancellation/Modification Policy: Up to three (3) days to modify, cancel, or change reservation
Early Departure Fee One night’s room and tax
Rates are quoted in US dollars and are exclusive of all taxes.
**Please note: Checks must be received by the hotel at least 14 days prior to the date of arrival and must include room and tax for the total amount of hotel stay.
Workshop Schedule Outline
DATE |
EVENT |
TIME |
Thursday, 28 April 2011 |
Workshop check-in |
4:00pm |
| Friday, 29 April 2011 | Breakfast | 7:00am |
| General Session | 8:15am | |
| Workshop classes, break & lunch | 9:00am - 3:00pm | |
| Optional OCC & Q&A Session | 3:00pm - 4:00pm | |
Saturday, 30 April 2011 |
Breakfast |
7:00am |
Workshop classes, break & lunch |
8:30am – 2:30pm |
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Sunday,1 May 2011 |
Breakfast |
7:00am |
Workshop classes & beverage break |
8:30am – 12:00pm |
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International Travel
- All non-citizens must present proof of citizenship to enter the United States or Canada.
- An acceptable form of identification is a valid passport.
Ground Transportation
- Hotel is approximately 15-20 minutes from Minneapolis-St. Paul International (MSP)
- Taxicabs are approximately USD $25.00 one-way.
- Rates subject to change.
Parking
- The hotel offers self-parking for approximately USD $12 per car, per day inclusive of taxes for Friday and Saturday and approximately USD $20 per car, per day inclusive of taxes Sunday - Thursday.
- Rates are subject to change.
Miscellaneous
- Please remember that meeting room temperatures and personal comfort zones vary widely.
- It is recommended that you bring a sweater or jacket to all sessions.
