2009 TAA Conference Early Registration Deadline April 15, 2009
Full Registration: $225 (includes conference materials, all workshops and sessions, luncheons, beverages, Continental Breakfast on Friday and Saturday, Hospitality Suite, and group trip to The Alamo)
One-day registration: $125 (includes all materials, workshops or sessions, events and meals for that day)
Special offer for First-time attendee (member): $180 First-time attendee (non-member): $195 |
Book your room at El Tropicano Riverwalk Hotel at the special $114 per night conference rate by calling (866) 293-1842 or via email.
Please let the hotel know that you are attending the TAA Conference when you reserve your room. The group rate is extended for three days before and three days after the conference dates.
The deadline for reserving a room at El Tropicano Riverwalk Hotel for the special conference rate is May 25, 2009. Visit the El Tropicano Riverwalk Hotel website: Click here
Transportation to/from airport to/from hotel:
San Antonio International Airport is approximately eight miles from El Tropicano Riverwalk Hotel
Taxis: Taxi cabs are available at the lower level curbside, outside of baggage claim, at Terminal 1 and at the front curbside of Terminal 2 just outside baggage claim. A taxi ride to the hotel will cost $20 to $22.
Shuttle: SATRANS (www.saairportshuttle.com) Phone: (210) 281-9900 A shuttle ride to the hotel is $18 per person one way, and $32 per person round trip.
San Antonio Attractions and Maps
| Transportation from hotel to downtown attractions:
River taxis: |
Trolleys: Ride either the Lone Star Trolley or the Texas Trolley from the hotel to downtown attractions. Trolleys arrive at each stop every 10 minutes. A One Day Pass is $3.75 and is good for unlimited rides on all regular buses and trolleys for the one day indicated on the pass. The Day Pass is activated the first time it is used. You can buy passes, tickets and special event tokens at the VIA Online Store,VIA Information and Transit Centers, or from most retail outlets. Visit the Trolley website for a list of routes and retail locations. Click here for web site |
These four attractions are less than 1 mile from El Tropicano Riverwalk Hotel
(estimated driving time is 3 minutes)
The Riverwalk
The Riverwalk offers hotels, dining and restaurants, theme parks, attractions, nightclubs, nightlife and entertainment.
Restaurants: Biga on the Banks, Paesanos Riverwalk, Rio Rio Cantina, and Zuni Grill
Nightclubs: Coyote Ugly, Howl at the Moon, and Club Rive.
Narrated Rio San Antonio Riverwalk Cruises: $7.75 for adults, $2 for children 1-5 years, and $5 for senior citizens, 60 and older
Rivercenter Mall
(http://www.shoprivercenter.com/main/index.php).
Rivercenter Mall is located on The Riverwalk. Rivercenter Mall has 60 plus shops and restaurants including Foley's, Dillards, Sun Glass Hut, Victoria Secrets, Bath and Body Works, Gap, Tony Romas, IMAX Theater, Rivercenter Comedy Club, and Hooter's.
HemisFair Plaza
HemisFair Plaza was the site of the 1968 World's Fair. The Plaza contains a convention center and the Tower of the Americas, a spire 622 feet high that offers panoramic views of the city. Visit the revolving observation deck and restaurant at the Tower of the Americas. Riding the elevator to the observation deck includes the 4-D theater ride.
Cost: Adults- $10.95 Seniors- $9.95 Children 12 and under- $8.95
The Alamo
The Alamo is located six blocks from El Tropicano Riverwalk Hotel:
(http://www.thealamo.org)
The Alamo, located in downtown San Antonio, was originally named Misión San Antonio de Valero. It served as home to missionaries and their Indian converts for nearly seventy years. The Alamo is open Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m.. to 5:30 p.m..; Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sunday 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Admission is free.
El Tropicano Riverwalk Hotel is located 30 minutes away from these San Antonio attractions:
Sea World San Antonio
(http://www.seaworld.com/sanantonio)
One-day adult ticket is $52.99 and child (ages 3-9) ticket is $44.99
Two-day adult ticket is $52.99 and child (ages 3-9) ticket is $44.99
*2008 prices, subject to change
Print a One-Day Ticket at home and save 10 percent off the gate price
Six Flags Fiesta Texas
(http://www.sixflags.com/fiestatexas/index.aspx)
One day tickets are $46.99 for adults, $31.99 for children under 48"
Schlitterbahn Waterpark
(http://www.schlitterbahn.com/nb/)
Located in New Braunfels, Texas, Schlitterbahn Waterpark is a family-owned and family-friendly waterpark. This 65-acre Waterpark has over three miles of tubing adventures, seven children’s water playgrounds, 17 waterslides, the world’s first surfing machine, and three uphill water coasters. It offers free parking, free tubes and free lifejackets. You can even bring your own picnic (no glass or alcohol).
One day tickets for ages 12 and up are $37.99. One day tickets for ages 3-11 are $29.99. Two-Day tickets for ages 12 & up are $57.98. Two-day tickets for ages 3-11 are $45.98. Afternoon tickets (which can purchased at the Waterpark after 3 p.m.) are $26.60 for ages 12 and up and $20.99 for ages 3-11.
SplashTown San Antonio
Located just three minutes north of downtown San Antonio, this family waterpark has more than 50 rides and attractions, a covered public picnic area, restaurant and concessions, and dive-in movies. Free life jackets and free parking. General Admission is $24.99. Tickets for children under 48" are $18.99. After 5 p.m., tickets are $15.99. A non-participant ticket is $9.99 (plus a $15.00 refundable deposit).
San Antonio Zoo
The San Antonio Zoo is open every day from 9 a.m. to 5 pm. Adult admission is $9. Admission for kids 3-11 is $7. Free Parking.
Brackenridge Park
(Brackenridge Park Web Site)
Located adjacent to the San Antonio Zoo, Brackenridge Park offers rides on an historic carousel, an aerial tram, a model train, and horses. The Park is also home to the Japanese Tea Gardens, a lush year-round garden and floral display featuring shaded walkways, stone bridges, 60-foot waterfall and attractive ponds. The Gardens are open 7 days a week from 8 a.m. until dusk. Free admission.
San Antonio Botanical Garden
The San Antonio Botanical Garden, operated by the City of Antonio Parks and Recreation Department, was founded in 1980, and encompasses 33 acres in the center of the city of San Antonio. It is open year-round from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Adult Admission is $7. Admission for children ages 3-13 is $4.
