Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center
201 Waterfront Street
National Harbor, MD 20745
Phone: +1-301-965-2000
Fax: +1-301-965-2001
Reservations:  Make your reservations now at the Gaylord National!

Gaylord National Resort Hotel and Convention Center, the cornerstone of the exciting new National Harbor entertainment district in Prince George's County, Maryland, shines in glass and steel on the banks of the historic Potomac River. Located eight miles due south of Washington, D.C., the resort hotel is just 15 minutes away from the nation's capital. The spectacular 18-story glass atrium welcomes you to the resort, offering wonderful views of the Potomac River and Old Town Alexandria, while a river meanders through the multi-level indoor gardens. Within this lush landscape you'll discover fine dining and casual restaurants, unique shopping experiences, and a 20,000-square-foot spa and fitness center. And for late-night excitement, an express elevator speeds you to the two-story rooftop Pose Ultra Lounge.


Hotel Accommodations:
Spectacular and inviting, Gaylord National's 2,000 guest rooms offer the ultimate in luxurious accommodations. Quality downtime in the comfortable, relaxing and inspiring guest rooms will enhance the overall quality of your experience at Align 08. You'll feel right at home with modern conveniences like in-room high-speed wireless internet access, an in-room hair dryer, iron and ironing board, electronic lock-and-key system, in-room safe, and easy-to-use voicemail. The in-room safe is large enough to fit a laptop; you can plug in your laptop inside the safe to recharge while you are away.


Hotel Reservations:
Datasynapse has secured a block of rooms at the rate of $249 per night plus applicable taxes (currently 16%) for single or double occupancy. Extra person charge above double occupancy is $20.00 per night. Children under 12 years of age stay free in their parent’s room using existing bedding. A daily resort fee of $15.00 will be added to the guest room rate. This fee includes the following amenities:

  • Wired and wireless high-speed internet access
  • Fitness Center access
  • Designated complimentary in-room beverages
  • Daily newspaper
  • Local and toll free 800 telephone calls (20 minutes per call)

Reservations can be made via the following methods:
By telephone: +1-301-965-4000
Reservations:Make your reservations now at the Gaylord National!

Please note: Your conference registration fee does not include accommodations. Reservation must be made by  Friday August 15, 2008 to receive the group rate. Requests received after the cut-off date will be accepted based on availability at the group rate. All reservations not guaranteed by advance deposit or appropriate credit card guarantee are subject to cancellation.

Subject to availability, the Hotel is offering the group rate three (3) days before and three (3) days after the conference; provided such reservations are guaranteed to the Hotel and are subject to applicable cancellation policies.


Additional Hotel Options:

Below is the link and group code information for the Hampton Inn & Suites National Harbor-Oxon Hill located across the street from the convention center at the rate of $219. This rate will be good September 5, 2008 to September 13, 2008. Hampton Inn

Group Name:Data Synapse - Overflow 2008
Group Code! :DSO


Discounted Travel Options*:
DataSynapse is working with Amtrak to make Align 08 even more accessible for our customers traveling from the New York area. We have secured a discounted travel rate of $164.80 per person traveling from New York’s Penn Station to Union Station in Washington, DC.

Travel details :

To: NY Penn - Washington, DC (Monday, September 8, 2008 - Depart: 9:35 AM EST – Arrive 1:00 PM EST)

Return: Washington, DC - NY Penn (Wednesday, September 10, 2008 - Depart: 4:05 PM EST – Arrive 7:20 PM EST)

This special offer is available to Align 08 attendees that register on or before August 11, 2008. Travel discount is only applicable for travel from/to the destinations listed above at the defined times. If you have any questions regarding this discounted travel rate, please contact your DataSynapse account manager.

* Attendees who do register for the discounted Amtrak fare need to arrive at Penn Station in New York for pre-boarding 90 minutes before the scheduled departure time. You will need to gather at the Amtrak Services Office in Penn Station for the pre-boarding process


Airport and Ground Transportation
Washington DC is serviced by 3 international and national airports. Following are website links to each airport for additional information:

  • Washington Dulles International Airport

Link to: http://www.metwashairports.com/Dulles/

Approximate distance to the Gaylord Hotel: 34.74 miles

  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport

Link to: http://www.metwashairports.com/reagan

Approximate distance to the Gaylord Hotel: 8.64 miles

  • Baltimore/Washington International Airport

Link to: http://www.bwiairport.com/

Approximate distance to the Gaylord Hotel: 42 miles

Ground transportation to Gaylord National is available from the Washington, DC metropolitan airports. For additional information on ground transportation, please visit the airport websites.

Taxis are located outside the baggage claim areas. The average cab fare from each airport to the Gaylord National Resort and Hotel are as follows:

  • Washington Dulles International Airport-34.74 miles, $55.00
  • Ronald Reagan International Airport- 8.64 miles, $20.00
  • Baltimore/Washington International Airport- 42 miles, $65.00

For public transportation, the Gaylord National Resort Hotel is connected to the Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, or Metro system. For additional information, please visit the Metro System website.


Weather
Averages for September in Washington, D.C.

Month Avg.High Avg.Low
September 79°F 62°F
26°C 16°C

To get up-to-the-minute weather conditions for Washington, D.C., click here.


Time Zones
In September, Washington, D.C. adheres to US Eastern Daylight Savings Time


Voltage Requirements
The electric voltage in the USA is 120V (60 Hz). Small electrical appliances and laptops may require a transformer and converter, please check your manufacturer’s guide for recommendations.


Passport and Visa Requirements for International Delegates Traveling to the USA
Click here to find detailed requirements information. Should you need to apply for a visa click here for details.



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