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Conference Travel Guidance
Getting to the 2023 Conference is easy, whether you choose to arrive by car, train, bus, or flying in. We have done the majority of the research for you. Select your preferred form of transportation for more information.
   
Be aware there are 2 Westin Ft Lauderdale hotels.
The 2023 Conference will be held at the Westin Ft Lauderdale Beach Resort:
321 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
Conference Early Bird Special, ending on June 1, 2023
  
Travel By Car
The hotel only has valet parking available and our contracted rate is $30 a day if you are staying at the hotel. If you are not a registered guest it is $43 per day
Parking at the Hotel for non-hotel guests (if you decide to stay at a different hotel):
- Valet Parking Daily all day, will be discounted for Conference Attendees, for $15.00 plus tax per day
- Overnight valet parking, will be discounted for Conference Attendees, for $30.00 plus tax
Here is a Google search that shows 3 parking facilities several blocks south of the hotel.
We are encouraging attendees to explore the train, bus, and other transportation to the hotel.
There are numerous restaurants within easy walking distance along the beachfront.
Be Aware There are 2 Westin Ft Lauderdale hotels. The 2023 Conference is at the Westin Ft Lauderdale Beach Resort: 321 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304. Use this address when mapping your drive.
Travel By Air
Address: 100 Terminal Dr, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315
Transportation from the Airport
1. Auto, Taxi, Uber, Lyft, and Shuttles - The airport is 7.1 miles from the Westin Ft Lauderdale Beach Resort along Seabreeze Blvd. A search reveals the most reasonable rides appear to be Uber X $13-$18, Uber XL $26-$34, Lyft at $54 and Go Airport Shuttle is $31-$56. All other shuttles were double. Checking prices close to your travel date is advised
2. Broward County Transit (BCT) - The Line 1 Bus Stop is on the upper departure level at the Rental Car Center (RCC). From Terminal 2, 3, or 4 take the shuttle bus to the RCC. From Terminal 1, access moving sidewalk into the RCC. Look for BCT and Stop 7 bus stop signs. The airport is on Line 1 and the bus goes to downtown Ft. Lauderdale. From the BCT Central Terminal in downtown Ft. Lauderdale, you pick up the Sun Trolly
Be Aware There are 2 Westin Ft Lauderdale hotels. The 2023 Conference is at the Westin Ft Lauderdale Beach Resort: 321 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304. Use this address when mapping your drive
Travel by Train
Benefits: Affordable for long-distance travel. It is safe and dependable while creating less carbon footprint versus traveling in a private car. Traveling by train also allows you to avoid traffic on the road while having spacious seating and scenic views.
Amtrak
Estimated pricing: $45 to $95 depending on the location
Examples:
- Jacksonville to Ft. Lauderdale starting around $91, with weekend pricing averaging $70.
- Tampa to Ft. Lauderdale starting around $45
- Orlando to Ft. Lauderdale starting at $45
You can buy your ticket online at www.amtrak.com or at the station
Florida Amtrak Station Locations
Brightline
Available from Downtown Miami area to Ft Lauderdale and from West Palm Beach South area. (Orlando is coming in soon)
Pricing & Tickets:
- Starting at $17
- You can buy your ticket online at the website - www.gobrightline.com or at the station
Locations:
- MIAMI Station Address: 600 NW 1st Ave. (station entrance is located at the corner of NW 1st Ave. and NW 6th St.)
- FORT LAUDERDALE Station Entrance: 101 NW 2nd Ave, Ft. Lauderdale 33311
- WEST PALM BEACH Station Entrance: 501 Evernia Street
- ORLANDO Station is estimated to be completed in 2022
Metrorail from Miami
Pricing & Tickets:
- Starting at $2.25
- Buy your ticket at the station only
Various locations from the Pinecrest area to the Medley area
- PALMETTO Station Address: 7701 NW 79 Avenue
- DADELAND SOUTH Station Address: 9090 South Dixie Highway
TRAVEL SUGGESTION: Metrorail to Brightline Miami station, transferring at the Lyric Theater/ Historic Overtown Metrorail station
Be Aware There are 2 Westin Ft Lauderdale hotels. The 2023 Conference is at the Westin Ft Lauderdale Beach Resort: 321 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304. Use this address when mapping your drive.
Travel By Bus
The only Florida statewide bus service is Greyhound www.greyhound.com
This connects all major and midsize Florida cities, but not always smaller towns (even some popular beach towns). Regional or city-run buses cover Greyhound's more limited areas much better; used together, these bus systems make travel by bus possible, but time-consuming. Megabus operates out of five Florida cities – Tallahassee, Jacksonville, Gainesville, Tampa, and Miami.
It's always a bit cheaper to take a Greyhound bus during the week than on the weekend. Fares for children are usually about half the adult fare.
Here's a website that can help you find cheap bus tickets for your trip to easily compare and book your next trip with Busbud - www.busbud.com
Local Bus Service in Ft Lauderdale
Broward County Transit Buses - The Broward County Bus provides service throughout Broward County.
- A single one-way trip costs $2.00
- An all-1 day pass costs $5.00
- A 3-Day Bus Pass is $12, which includes unlimited rides for 3 consecutive days. Starts the first day the card is swiped on the bus.
Sun Trolley
- The Sun Trolley Las Olas link is available for $1 – $3 rides.
- The Downtown Link is located at the Broward Bus Central Terminal and is free.
- * Sun Trolley does not accept luggage *
Map of Broward Country bus routes - https://www.broward.org/BCT/Documents/SystemMap.pdf
Bus #40 goes straight to Ft. Lauderdale Beach, here is the current schedule
Be Aware There are 2 Westin Ft Lauderdale hotels. The 2023 Conference is at the Westin Ft Lauderdale Beach Resort: 321 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304. Use this address when mapping your drive.
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