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The site of the 2012 Vascular Annual Meeting is Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center located just outside Washington, DC on the banks of the Potomac River in National Harbor, Maryland. The resort is located 15 minutes from Reagan National Airport and 45 minutes from Dulles and Baltimore Washington Airports.
About Gaylord National
Gaylord National offers sweeping views of the Potomac River, Washington, D.C., and Old Town Alexandria. As the cornerstone of the new National Harbor project in Prince George’s County, Maryland, Gaylord National offers an exciting and unique venue for the Vascular Annual Meeting.
The resort offers a first-class meeting destination. Highlights of the property include an 18-story glass atrium overlooking the Potomac, seven restaurants including fine dining and casual, unique shops, an indoor pool and a 20,000 square foot spa and fitness center.
National Harbor is a 300-acre development that includes five hotels, residential units, tree-lined promenades with scores of shops and offices, two marinas and much more. For a complete directory as well as an interactive map, please visit the National Harbor
website.
Weather
The average temperature in Washington, DC in June is an 83-degree high and a 65-degree low. Please dress appropriately as the meeting rooms have a tendency to be a bit chilly.
Attire
The attire for the conference is business casual during the day and resort casual for hospitality events.
Americans With Disabilities Act Accommodations
Registrants who need specialized accommodations to participate in the Vascular Annual Meeting (i.e., large print or Braille materials; assistance obtaining motorized scooter rentals) should check the “Yes” box under Disability Accommodations on the Attendee Meeting Registration Form. Someone from the SVS office will call to discuss how we may assist you.
Ground Transportation
Gaylord National offers an exclusive, express shuttle to and from Reagan National Airport (operated by SuperShuttle). This convenient new service will depart every twenty minutes from Gaylord National's front door to Reagan National Airport, and every twenty minutes from the Reagan National Airport baggage claim. Reservations are recommended, but tickets also will be available from the SuperShuttle desk, located on the lower level of the airport, near baggage claim.
Daily Shuttle Schedule
• 6:00 am - 8:00 pm
Ticket Prices*
• US$18 one-way
• US$32 per person, round-trip
• US$78 for exclusive van service, booked in advance
For reservations, call 1-800-660-8000.
From Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Gaylord National
US$43 per passenger/US$125 exclusive
From Baltimore/Washington Airport (BWI) to Gaylord National
US$43 per passenger/US$125 exclusive
Upon arrival at airport, follow the signs for Ground Transportation to SuperShuttle.
Local Reservations: 1-800-660-8000
TDD Reservations: (866)472-4497
*Estimated pricing is for a one-way rate. Schedules are not determined by Gaylord National and are subject to change at any time without prior notice. Please verify directly with SuperShuttle before finalizing your plans. Exclusive rates are if a group hires the van for up to 7 passengers. Van will not be shared with other passengers.
Daily Parking Rates
- US$5.00 for first hour
- US$12.00 for 0-3 hours self parking
- US$19.00 per day self parking/overnight*
- US$17.00 for 0-3 hours valet parking
- US$28.00 per day valet parking/overnight*
*All pricing at time of writing are subject to change without notice.
Spouse Hospitality Room
There will be a hospitality room at Gaylord National where spouses can become acquainted and plan their activities. The room will be open from 7 am – 3 pm on Thursday and Friday, June 7 & 8. Continental breakfast and beverages will be provided. Please check the on site program for the final room assignment.
Alumni and Committee Receptions
The evening hours on Thursday, June 7, 2012 are reserved for alumni, committee, and group receptions. The receptions will occur at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center.
The reception arrangements enable attendees who may be members of more than one alumni association or group to frequent multiple receptions. SVS requests that receptions begin after 6:30 pm so as not to conflict with the SVS Opening Reception.
Please complete the
meeting space request form and either fax (847-680-5283) or
email it to SVS. Upon receipt of the request, a space release letter will be generated to the hotel.
There is no rental charge to secure a meeting room. However, all additional costs associated with alumni reception events are the responsibility of the host organization.
Sponsorships
Thanks to the SVS Vascular Annual Meeting Supporters:
Vascular Annual Meeting Educational Grants
- Abbott Vascular
- Cook Medical
- Cordis®, a Johnson & Johnson company
- Gore & Associates, Inc.
- Medtronic, Inc.
Vascular Annual Meeting Sponsorships
- Boston Scientific - Cyber Cafe
- Cook Medical - Mobile Device App
- Covidien - Gaylord National Resort Key Cards
- Endologix, Inc. - Gaylord National Meter Panel Signage
- Medtronic, Inc. - Plenary and Breakfast Session Downloads and Flash Drives
- Philips Healthcare - Hybrid OR Suite
- Zonare Medical Systems, Inc. - Gaylord National Convention Center Stair Clings and Meter Panel Signage
Updated May 2012