REGISTRATION
Early Bird Registration Regular Registration Online Registration Cancellations
Minicourse and Shortcourse Registration Registration Desk
Early Bird Registration:
Register by June 23 to take advantage of the early bird savings and you may choose to receive your registration packet before the meeting. Registration packets will be mailed first class during the week of July 3 and there will be no need to come to the registration desk once you arrive.
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Advance Registration forms received between June 23 and July 28 will be processed at the regular registration rate. Participants registering during this period must pick up their registration packets onsite at the registration desk. After July 28, participants must register on-site at the registration desk.
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CLOSED. Registration will be available on-site.
MathFest cancellations must be received by August 4 to receive a 50% refund for registration. If your registration packet was mailed before your cancellation, you must return your badge to the MAA/MathFest, 1529 18th Street, NW, Washington, DC, 20036, to receive your refund.
Advance Registration/Housing Forms must be received by July 28. Enroll early; space is limited! If a course is full, you will be notified. On-site registration is allowed for short course and mini courses if classroom space allows. The MAA reserves the right to cancel courses due to low enrollment. Full refunds will be issued for cancelled courses. Otherwise, mini-course and/or short course cancellations must be received by August 4 to receive a 50% refund.
The registration desk will be located in the Cumberland Lobby of the Knoxville Convention Center outside Ballroom E. It will be open Wednesday, August 9 from noon to 7:00 pm, Thursday, August 10 and Friday, August 11 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, and Saturday, August 12 from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm. You may pick up your registration materials, register on-site, and purchase event tickets, when available, at this location.
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MATHFEST HOUSING
Hotel Reservation Information Hilton Knoxville Holiday Inn Select Downtown Parking Amenities
Hotel Reservation Information:
Reservations at MathFest hotels must be made through the MAA to receive the listed conference rates. The MAA can process reservations and changes until 4:00 pm on July 10, 2006. After July 10, reservations and/or changes can only be made if space is available. After July 10, participants must arrange their own housing.
All rates are subject to a 16.25% room and state tax. Any reservations cancelled less than 24 hours prior to arrival will be subject to a cancellation fee equal to one night's stay. Changes made to departure date after check-in will be subject to a charge of one night plus tax. Rooms will fill quickly so participants are advised to reserve rooms as early as possible.
Additional fees may apply for triple or quad occupancy or for cot rental. Please contact MathFest Registration at 800.741.9415 x430 for additional information.
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The Hilton Knoxville (headquarters)
504 W. Church Avenue
Knoxville, Tennessee 37902
$124.00 single/double
(Reservations through MAA only until July 10, 2006)
The newly-renovated Hilton Knoxville hotel is situated in the heart of downtown, the gateway to scenic East Tennessee. With a covered sky bridge to the Knoxville Convention Center, a short walk to the University of Tennessee campus, views of the Tennessee River and Neyland Stadium, and perfectly situated in the downtown business district, the Hilton Knoxville hotel is convenient to it all.
The contemporary decor in each of the spacious Hilton hotel guest rooms offers the finest in modern amenities, as well as spectacular views of the Great Smoky Mountains. The Hilton Knoxville restaurant, The Market Cafe, serving breakfast and lunch, offers the finest of American Cuisine in a casually elegant atmosphere. Marty's Bistro, open for dinner Monday through Saturday, concentrates on regional ingredients and classical presentation. Guests can also wind down in our hotel lounge, The Orange Martini. The Hilton hotel's recreational facilities include a newly-expanded on-site exercise room and a seasonal outdoor pool & sundeck. The avid golfer will enjoy being positioned within 30 minutes of 16 beautifully maintained golf courses.
The Hilton hotel in Knoxville, Tennessee is just a short 45-minute drive from the Great Smoky Mountain National Park. The Hilton Knoxville is within walking distance of the federal and state government office buildings, Alcoa, Brunswick Boat Group, First Tennessee Bank, Market Square, the University of Tennessee and only one block from the site of the 1982 World's Fair.
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The Holiday Inn Select Downtown
525 Henley Street
Knoxville, TN 37902
$63.00 single/$73 double
(Reservations through MAA only until July 10, 2006)
The Holiday Inn Select Downtown is located at beautiful World's Fair Park, home of the 1982 Worlds Fair. We are conveniently situated in Downtown Knoxville, connected to Knoxville Convention and Exhibition Center and 25 steps to the Knoxville Convention Center. The Hotel is close to many downtown corporations (Brunswick/SeaRay Boats, TVA) and was recently renovated in 2004. The Holiday Inn Select Downtown is walking distance to Knoxville Museum of Art, The Candy Factory, Fort Kid, and the University of Tennessee. Also in walking distance are the Market Square and the Old City districts which boast terrific local eateries, nightlife and shopping. Other great Knoxville attractions include the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame, The Knoxville Zoo, Knoxville's Volunteer Landing and the Star of Knoxville Riverboat on the Tennessee River.
Parking
Hilton Holiday Inn Select
Daily Self Parking Fee $6.00 $6.00
Daily Valet Parking Fee $10.00 N/A
In and out Priviledges
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Amenities
Hilton
v Complimentary high-speed wireless internet access in guest rooms and public spaces
v New Business Center
v Expanded exercise facility
v Executive level
v Starbucks in lobby
v Access to neighboring YMCA
v Seasonal outdoor pool
v Sundeck
Holiday Inn Select
v High-speed internet access
v Business center
v Concierge services
v Iron/ironing board
v Coffee maker
v Cocktail lounge
v Restaurant
v Indoor pool
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TRAVEL INFORMATION
Air Train Bus Driving Directions Car Rental Daily Shuttle Information
Public Transportation Airport Shuttle and Taxi Service Helpful Links
Air Travel:
United Airlines is the official airline for MathFest 2006. To obtain a discounted fare on United Airlines make your reservations by calling 1-800-521-4041 between the hours of 8:00am and 10:00pm, Eastern Time. Please be sure to refer to United Airlines Meeting ID Number 530XB. McGheeTyson Airport is the closest airport and is located approximately 15 minutes from the Hilton Knoxville, Knoxville Convention Center and the University of Tennessee Conference Center.
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Train Travel: AMTRAK
Knoxville does not have an AMTRAK station or service. Listed below are the nearest stations:
Toccoa, GA-101.32 miles
Clemson, SC – 108.22 miles
Greenville, SC – 114.6 miles
Gainesville, GA – 115.96 miles
Spartanburg, SC – 132.3 miles
If you need immediate attention concerning a reservation, please call a service representative at 1-800-USA-RAIL (1-800-872-7245 or TDD/TTY (1-800-523-6590).
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Bus Travel:
Greyhound Knoxville
Address
100 E MAGNOLIA AVE
Knoxville, TN 37917
865-524-0369
The Knoxville Greyhound station is located 10 blocks form the Hilton Knoxville.
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Driving Directions:
From McGhee Tyson Airport
North on Highway 129 (Alcoa Highway) approximately 15 miles till reach connection with I-40 East, merge onto I-40 East and exit immediately at exit number 388. Move into left lane and follow exit marked Henley Street.
Holiday Inn Select Downtown -
Move immediately into right lane. At the first stop light, turn right on Clinch Avenue to enter hotel parking.
Hilton Knoxville -
Move immediately into far left lane. At the second stop light, turn left on West Church Avenue - hotel will be one block ahead Walnut Street.
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Car Rental Information:
Avis and Budget have been selected as the rental car as the official car rental companies for MathFest 2006. When making your reservations you must use Avis Meeting Discount Number K019303 or Budget Meeting Discount Number X914201 for the discounted meeting rate. Rates are available from August 7, 2006 to August 15, 2006. Reservations can be made by telephone (877) 289-2611 for AVIS or 1-800-214-6092for Budget.
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Daily Shuttle Information:
No daily shuttle will be required for MathFest 2006. The location of the Hilton Knoxville, Knoxville Convention Center and the University of Tennessee Conference Center are within a two block radius of each other. However, the Knoxville Tourism & Sports Corporation, Gentry-Trailways and Simon Properties will sponsor a free shuttle to a local shopping mall.
A shuttle bus will be traveling between the Knoxville Convention Center and the West Town Mall. Busses will begin operating on Wednesday, August 9th at 11:00am. They will depart from the Convention Center on the hour and the West Town Mall on the half hour.
The schedule is being finalized and will be posted here and in the program book. Please note that the West Town Mall is approximately a 20 minute drive from the Convention Center. A mall directory can be found at http://www.simon.com/mall/directory.aspx?ID=202.
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Public Transportation:
Knoxville Area Transit (KAT) city bus service 865-215-7800
Printable schedules are available at www.ci.knoxville.tn.us/kat. KAT provides regular, fixed route bus service throughout the City of Knoxville and portions of Knox County.
Hours of operation (including Night Rider / Sunday Rider service)
Monday - Friday:
5:30 a.m. - 12:30 a.m.
Saturday:
6:30 a.m. - 12:30 a.m.
Sunday:
11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Knoxville Trolley Lines, a FREE downtown trolley service, provides a convenient way to see all the attractions in the downtown area. The trolley service also connects to the (KAT) for trips outside of the downtown area, including malls, parks and other attractions.
Hours of operation:
Monday - Friday
7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
In addition, a Late Line Trolley operates every 15 minutes on Friday and Saturday nights (8 p.m. - 2 a.m.) with service to Knoxville’s historic Old City, the Knoxville Convention Center and other entertainment spots. A Trolley map can be found at http://www.ci.knoxville.tn.us/kat/web%20pages/trolley/Trolley_Map.asp.
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Airport Shuttle and Taxi Service:
Knoxville Visitor Information – www.knoxville.org
Trolley Schedule – www.ci.knoxville.tn.us/kat
Public Transportation Schedule - www.ci.knoxville.tn.us/kat
Airline/Airport Information – www.tys.org
Restaurant Information – www.knoxville.organd www.knoxmenus.com
University of Tennessee Information- www.utk.edu
State of Tennessee Information – www.state.tn.us
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