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HOTEL & TRAVEL

HOTEL

The Westin Charlotte Hotel is conveniently located in the heart of Downtown Charlotte, just seven miles from the Charlotte-Douglas International Airport.

  • Reserve your hotel room at the Westin Charlotte by reserving a room online or calling toll free 1-866-837-4148, and mention American Forests' National Conference on Urban Ecosystems.
  • Don't miss our deadline for room reservations - October 14, 2005
  • Special room rates:
    • Single or double room: $129+tax/night (tax is 13.5%)
    • Federal Government rate: $81+tax/night
  • Visit www.westin.com for more information. Type in Charlotte, NC.
  • Each hotel room features Westin's signature Heavenly Bath and Heavenly Bed, dual-line cordless telephones with voice messaging, large work desk, in-room data port, high-speed Internet access, complimentary gourmet coffee, in-room movies, laptop-sized safe, and refreshment center.
  • The Westin Charlotte's recreation center includes 24 hour Westin Workout with cardiovascular equipment, weight machines and free weights, Cardio Theater, and an indoor lap pool with sauna.

TRAVEL

  • The Charlotte-Douglas International Airport is serviced by: Air Canada, American, Continental, Delta, Independence Air, Lufthansa, Northwest, United, and US Airways
  • Taxi service and rental cars are available at the airport
  • Hotel parking is $10/day self-park or $15/day valet park

WELCOME TO CHARLOTTE

Welcome to Charlotte, the Queen City, where we know you will be delighted by the sights and sounds of tourists' number one choice as a destination in the Carolinas. In Charlotte, there is always something new to entice, interest and amaze. Charlotte's southern culture represents a colorful spectrum-the fine artwork of the Mint Museum-to the engine-racing thunder of NASCAR that draws more than one million visitors each year. Whether you stay a day, weekend or longer, Charlotte will keep you entertained.

  • Have a question? Please call the Visit Charlotte hotline Monday through Friday at (800) 231-4636.
  • Visit the convention bureau's website: www.visitcharlotte.com
  • Trolley runs directly from hotel to the city's historic east end that features Charlotte's hottest dining and entertainment venues
  • While in the area, extend your stay and visit beaches and attractions of Carolinas coast; Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina; Biltmore Estate, the nation's largest privately owned home; and Pinehurst, one of American's premier golfing destinations.