Hotel & Travel
   

Pan Pacific Hotel, The Fairmont Waterfront,
and Vancouver Convention & Exhibition Centre
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
April 10-15, 2005

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VANCOUVER VOTED TOP CITY IN THE AMERICAS
BY CONDÉ NAST TRAVELER

Condé Nast Traveler magazine recognized Vancouver as the "Best City in the Americas" at their annual Readers' Choice Awards ceremony held recently in New York. Vancouver won the top spot over Victoria and Quebec City. The Americas division includes Canada, Central America and South America. Cities are scored on ambience, friendliness, culture, sites, restaurants, lodging and shopping. 

"We're extremely honoured to accept this award," said Tourism Vancouver chair Paul Tilbury. "Condé Nast Traveler is a very respected publication, and winning an accolade such as this can only further elevate our profile in one of our key markets." 

This award tops a long list of accolades for Vancouver in recent years. Vancouver has also been honoured with top rankings by groups such as the American Automobile Association and the International Air Transportation Association, and consistently ranks as one of the most Liveable Cities in the World. 

Also recognized at the ceremony was Vancouver's Fairmont Waterfront Hotel, which was voted the best hotel in Canada. Vancouver Island, which offers wonderful pre and post stay opportunities, won the "Best North American Island" category over Nantucket and Prince Edward Island. 
  

About Vancouver 

Vancouver is a dynamic, multicultural city set in a spectacular natural environment. It consistently rates as one of the top 10 meeting and convention destinations year after year, has been voted one of the world’s most livable cities, and is the site of ISPI’s 43rd International Performance Improvement Conference. The city offers:

A Spectacular Setting: Nestled between majestic mountains and the sparkling ocean, Vancouver is one of the most beautiful cities in the world .

Unlimited Attractions: The city caters to all interests year-round with great shopping, gourmet dining, and live entertainment, from hockey games, ballet, and theatre performances to symphony concerts and the opera. Outdoor adventure ranges from hiking, golfing, sailing, and skiing to whale watching, off roading, and white water rafting.

Four Season Destination: The mild west coast climate makes Vancouver a natural outdoor playground year-round, where you can golf in the morning and ski in the afternoon.

Gateway to Adventure: Vancouver offers quick and easy access to Whistler Resort and the Canadian Rockies, as well as Victoria and Vancouver Islands. 

Greater Value: The U.S. dollar goes a long way in Canada. Vancouver offers a world-class experience and excellent value for your money. 

Visit www.tourismvancouver.com for a complete listing of local attractions, maps, weather reports, and more!

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Vancouver Office: (604) 689-1805

Toll-free Canada & USA: 1-866-689-1805

Web Site: http://www.explorebctourism.com

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Hotel Information - Book Your Hotel Room in Vancouver!

Hotel rates (listed below) are valid through March 21, 2005.  However, hotel availability is not guaranteed; please book your hotel room as soon as possible.

Hotels Rates in Canadian Dollars
  (See Exchange Rate Calculator)

Please note, the hotel rate is fixed in Canadian Dollars but will vary in US$ and other currencies based on the daily exchange rate when payment is made.

Exchange Calculator provided by xe.com: The Universal Currency Converter Services

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Since travelers are now required to show a passport or original birth certificate when crossing the U.S.-Canadian border, ISPI has compiled this list of helpful resources to help facilitate the process of obtaining or renewing a passport for individuals who plan to attend ISPI’s 43rd Annual Performance Improvement Conference in Vancouver. When finalizing your travel arrangements, ask your airline for a list of acceptable travel documents for travel to Canada. 

General Information on U.S. Passports
http://travel.state.gov/passport/index.html

How to Get Your First Passport
http://travel.state.gov/passport/get_first.html

How to Renew Your Passport
http://travel.state.gov/passport/get_renew.html

FAQs on Passports: Applying for Your Passport the Easy Way
http://travel.state.gov/passport/fri_publications_easy.html

Visa

International visitors who plan to temporarily visit the United States before or after attending ISPI’s 43rd Annual Performance Improvement Conference in Vancouver will need to have a visa.

How to Get a Visa
http://travel.state.gov/visa/index.html

How to Get a Temporary Visa
http://travel.state.gov/visa/tempvisitors.html

FAQs on Visas
http://travel.state.gov/visa/questions.html


Additional Websites for Travelers

From currency to customs, these websites provide useful information to enhance your travel to Canada.

Tips for Travelers to Canada
http://travel.state.gov/travel/tips_canada.html

Currency Exchange Calculator
http://www.bankofcanada.ca/en/exchform.htm

Current Information on Canada
http://travel.state.gov/travel/canada.html

Customs
http://www.customs.ustreas.gov/xp/cgov/travel/
leavingarrivinginUS/vacation/know_beforeu_go.xml

Embassy of Canada
Washington, DC: 202.682.1740
http://canadianembassy.org/

A Safe Trip Abroad
http://travel.state.gov/travel/abroad_pub_safetrip.html

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The Vancouver International Airport (airport code: YVR), located in Richmond, south of Vancouver’s city center, is just a short drive to downtown. It has been voted number one in North America and one of the top 10 airports in the world for the fifth straight year. Learn more about the Vancouver International Airport and traveling to Vancouver at www.yvr.ca.

Airlines

ISPI has partnered with the following carriers to provide attendees with discounted airline rates:

United Airlines

United Airlines is offering special meeting fares for conference participants. Book early and take advantage of promotional fares that give you the greatest savings! Earn a 5% discount off the lowest applicable fare. Earn an additional 5% discount by purchasing your ticket at least 30-days in advance of scheduled travel. Simply call (or have your travel agent call) 1.800.521.4041 and refer to meeting IS Number 529CC.

Continental Airlines

Continental Airlines offers up to 10% off most fares for air travel to Vancouver to attend ISPI’s 43rd International Performance Improvement Conference & Exposition. Earn an additional 5% discount by purchasing your ticket 60-days in advance of the travel date. ISPI conference participants are also eligible for special Continental Airline Zone Fares. To qualify, call Continental Airlines MeetingWorks Desk at 1.800.468.7022, state ISPI’s Agreement Code: V990FK and Z Code: ZGY2.

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