- Air Travel
- Hotel Information
- Transportation
- Driving Directions
- Parking
- Attractions
- Transportation and Parking
- Driving Directions
- Restaurants
- Transportation and Parking
- Directions
- Attractions
- Restaurants
- Restaurants
- Flood Information
- Service Project in Mexico
Air Travel
Save time and get help with your travel arrangements by using the official travel agent of YS, Kahala Travel. Call 800.852.8338 between 7:30am and 5:00pm (PST) Monday through Friday.
TopHotel Information
Reserving a Room
Several hotels are available at reduced convention rates: Hilton, Double Tree, Renaissance, Holiday Inn Express, Millenium, Sheraton. Make your hotel reservations through the Nashville Housing Bureau by clicking on one of the below hotels or calling 1-877-259-4716.
The hotel web sites include information regarding location, amenities, and pricing. You must reference the National Youth Workers Convention to get the reduced rate. Be sure and reserve your room early to get the best selection of hotels.
Several hotels are available until they sell out at reduced convention rates. Visit the hotel web site links below for information about each hotel’s location and amenities and to make a reservation.
(Below rates are per room, per night, and do not include applicable tax)
| Hotel | Single | Double | Triple | Quad |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person/married couple - 1 bed | 2 people - 2 beds | 3 people - 2 beds | 4 people - 2 beds | |
| Hilton .4 miles |
$152.00 | $152.00 | $152.00 | $152.00 |
| Double Tree .3 miles |
$129.00 | $134.00 | $144.00 | $144.00 |
| Renaissance on site |
$129.00 | $145.00 | $160.00 | $175.00 |
| Holiday Inn Express .4 miles |
$139.00 | $139.00 | N/A | N/A |
| Millenium 2.4 miles |
$119.00 | $119.00 | $119.00 | $119.00 |
| Sheraton .3 miles |
$135.00 | $135.00 | $135.00 | $135.00 |
Hotel Check-In
- Check into the hotel immediately upon arrival. (Since your room probably won’t be available until 4 pm, the hotel will provide storage for your luggage.)
- Check in with a major credit card (even if you wish to pay your final bill by check). Note: It is recommended that a debit card not be used for hotel check-in as many hotels block your estimated total bill as a guarantee. Credit card check-in allows you to charge all expenses to your room. If you choose not to use a credit card, you must pay cash in advance, and you may not charge anything to your room.
- Settle your final bill with cash, traveler’s checks, major credit card, or check (driver’s license and major credit card required). Church checks made out to the hotel for the exact amount will be accepted with credit card back up. No third-party checks are accepted.
- Check with the hotel regarding nonprofit exemption.
- Many hotels now have a surcharge if you check out earlier than scheduled. When you check into your hotel, be sure your checkout date is correct.
Changes/Cancellation Policy
Hotel Information
Reserving a Room
The Town and Country Resort & Convention Center is the official hotel of the National Youth Workers Convention. To get the guaranteed lowest rate make your reservations by following the link below to the hotel web site.
The hotel web site includes information regarding location, amenities, and pricing. You must reference the National Youth Workers Convention to get the reduced rate. Be sure and reserve your room early to get the best selection of hotels.
Visit the hotel web site link below for information about each hotel’s location and amenities and to make a reservation.
(Below rates are per room, per night, and do not include 10.5% Occupancy Tax or 2% San Diego Tourism Marketing District Assessment.)
| Hotel | Single | Double | Triple | Quad |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person/married couple - 1 bed | 2 people - 2 beds | 3 people - 2 beds | 4 people - 2 beds | |
| Town and Country Resort & Convention Center On site |
126.00 | 126.00 | 136.00 | 136.00 |
Hotel Check-In
- Check into the hotel immediately upon arrival. (Since your room probably won’t be available until 4 pm, the hotel will provide storage for your luggage.)
- Check in with a major credit card (even if you wish to pay your final bill by check). Note: It is recommended that a debit card not be used for hotel check-in as many hotels block your estimated total bill as a guarantee. Credit card check-in allows you to charge all expenses to your room. If you choose not to use a credit card, you must pay cash in advance, and you may not charge anything to your room.
- Settle your final bill with cash, traveler’s checks, major credit card, or check (driver’s license and major credit card required). Church checks made out to the hotel for the exact amount will be accepted with credit card back up. No third-party checks are accepted.
- Check with the hotel regarding nonprofit exemption.
- Many hotels now have a surcharge if you check out earlier than scheduled. When you check into your hotel, be sure your checkout date is correct.
Changes/Cancellation Policy
Reservation must have been cancelled at least 48 hours prior to arrival, by 6pm, to avoid a one night charge.
Hotel Information
Reserving a Room
Several hotels are available at reduced convention rates: Embassy Suites, Marriott, Omni, and Westin. Make your reservations directly with the hotels.
The Hotel Web sites include information regarding location, amenities, and pricing. You must reference the National Youth Workers Convention to get the reduced rate. Be sure and reserve your room early to get the best selection of hotels.
THE LAST DAY TO MAKE RESERVATIONS AND RECEIVE THE CONFERENCE RATE IS OCTOBER 29, 2009. (The Embassy Suites deadline is October 28th)
Several hotels are available until they sell out at reduced convention rates. Visit the hotel Web site links below for information about each hotel’s location and amenities and to make a reservation.
(Below rates are per room, per night, and do not include 15% tax)
| Hotel | Single | Double | Triple | Quad |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person/married couple - 1 bed | 2 people - 2 beds | 3 people - 2 beds | 4 people - 2 beds | |
| Embassy Suites Hotel Atlanta – Centennial Olympic Park |
SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT |
| Atlanta Marriott Downtown 4 Blocks away |
$120 | $130 | $140 | $140 |
| Omni Hotel at CNN Center |
SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT |
| Westin Peachtree Plaza 4 Blocks away |
$109 | $119 | $129 | $129 |
Hotel Check-In
- Check into the hotel immediately upon arrival. (Since your room probably won’t be available until 4 pm, the hotel will provide storage for your luggage.)
- Check in with a major credit card (even if you wish to pay your final bill by check). Note: It is recommended that a debit card not be used for hotel check-in as many hotels block your estimated total bill as a guarantee. Credit card check-in allows you to charge all expenses to your room. If you choose not to use a credit card, you must pay cash in advance, and you may not charge anything to your room.
- Settle your final bill with cash, traveler’s checks, major credit card, or check (driver’s license and major credit card required). Church checks made out to the hotel for the exact amount will be accepted width credit card back up. No third-party checks are accepted.
- Check with the hotel regarding nonprofit exemption.
- Many hotels now have a surcharge if you check out earlier than scheduled. When you check into your hotel, be sure your checkout date is correct.
- Please note that the Omni CNN Center has an early departure fee of 75% of the group rate.
Changes/Cancellation Policy
No charge will be assessed for room cancellations made on or before October 2. Cancellations made after October 2 will be assessed a $25.00 cancellation fee. Cancellations received within 72 hours of arrival forfeit a one night’s room charge and tax. Changes may be made online, by e-mail or by FAX until November 1. Please note: the Omni CNN Center has a 7 day cancellation policy (you must cancel prior to seven days before arrival) to avoid being charged for the night.
Hotel Information
Reserving a Room
The Cincinnati USA Convention & Visitors Bureau Housing Department is handling rooming. CCVB is unable to make reservations over the phone. Below are your options for booking hotel reservations. The CCVB Housing Bureau is able to answer questions via e-mail at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Book your reservations online here
Book your reservations by Fax: fax the form to 513.621.2156
Book your reservations by Mail by using this form:
NYWC Cincinnati Housing Bureau
525 Vine Street, Suite 1500
Cincinnati, OH 45202
Questions: Email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or Call: 513-632-5377 (Monday-Friday – 9 AM – 4:30 PM – EST)
Several hotels are available at reduced convention rates
The CCVB Housing Bureau online reservation Web site includes information on each hotel regarding location, amenities, and pricing. You must make all room reservations through the CCVB to get the reduced rate. Be sure and reserve your room early to get the best selection of hotels.
THE LAST DAY TO MAKE RESERVATIONS AND RECEIVE THE CONFERENCE RATE IS OCT. 2, 2009. Depending on availability, rooms may be reserved through the CCVB Housing Bureau until October 14, 2009. Beginning October 15, contact the hotels directly for availability and pricing.
Several hotels are available until they sell out at reduced convention rates.
Visit the hotel Web site links below for information about each hotel’s location and amenities. Do not book your reservations on these sites as you will not get the YS group rate, please book with CCVB Housing Bureau
(Below rates are per room, per night, and do not include a 17% sales tax)
| Hotel | Single | Double | Triple | Quad |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person/married couple - 1 bed | 2 people - 2 beds | 3 people - 2 beds | 4 people - 2 beds | |
| Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza 1 Block from Front Entrance |
$114 | $114 | $124 | $134 |
| Hyatt Regency Cincinnati Across the street from the Center |
$110 | $125 | $135 | $135 |
| Millennium Hotel Across the street from the Center |
$110 | $110 | $135 | $135 |
| Westin Cincinnati 4 Blocks from Center (5-minute walk) |
$110 New Lower Rate |
$119 | $119 | $119 |
Hotel Check-In
- Check into the hotel immediately upon arrival. (Since your room probably won’t be available until 4 pm, the hotel will provide storage for your luggage.)
- Check in with a major credit card (even if you wish to pay your final bill by check). Note: It is recommended that a debit card not be used for hotel check-in as many hotels block your estimated total bill as a guarantee. Credit card check-in allows you to charge all expenses to your room. If you choose not to use a credit card, you must pay cash in advance, and you may not charge anything to your room.
- Settle your final bill with cash, traveler’s checks, major credit card, or check (driver’s license and major credit card required). Church checks made out to the hotel for the exact amount will be accepted with credit card back up. No third-party checks are accepted. Purchase Orders are not accepted.
- Check with the hotel regarding nonprofit exemption.
- Many hotels now have a surcharge if you check out earlier than scheduled. When you check into your hotel, be sure your checkout date is correct.
Changes/Cancellation Policy
A first night’s rate is required as the deposit.
Reservations secured by a check deposit, will be assessed a $25 processing fee if cancelled at any time.
FAILURE TO CANCEL RESERVATIONS BY 3 PM (EST), THREE DAYS PRIOR TO YOUR ARRIVAL DATE, FORFEITS THE FIRST NIGHT’S ROOM RATE.
PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT YOUR HOTEL WITH CHANGES OR CANCELLATIONS BEFORE OCTOBER 15, 2009.
Hotel Information
Reserving a Room
Several hotels are available at reduced convention rates: Hotel Figueroa, Holiday Inn, Sheraton Downtown Los Angeles, Westin Bonaventure and the Wilshire Grand.
The Hotels Web sites include information regarding location, amenities, and pricing. You must reference the National Youth Workers Convention to get the reduced rate. Be sure and reserve your room early to get the best selection of hotels.
Make your reservations directly with the hotels. Several hotels are available until they sell out at reduced convention rates. Visit the hotel Web site links below for information about each hotel’s location and amenities and to make a reservation.
(Below rates are per room, per night, and do not include 15% tax)
| Hotel | Single | Double | Triple | Quad |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person/married couple - 1 bed | 2 people - 2 beds | 3 people - 2 beds | 4 people - 2 beds | |
| Sheraton Los Angeles Downtown Hotel * Six blocks from the Convention Center (about 10 minutes) |
$119 New Lower Rate |
$119 | $119 | $119 |
| Westin Bonaventure Seven blocks away (about 10 minutes) |
$125 | $125 | $135 | $145 |
| Wilshire Grand Hotel Five blocks from the Convention Center |
$119 New Lower Rate |
$119 | $127 | $127 |
| Figueroa Hotel **** One block from the Convention Center |
SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT | NA | NA |
| Holiday Inn Los Angeles City Center |
SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT |
*The last day to make a reservation and receive the conference rate is September 9, 2009. A deposit equal to one nights’ room and tax is required to hold each guest’s reservation. Such deposit shall serve to confirm the reservation for the dates indicated, and, upon check-in, shall be applied to the guest folio of the reserved stay. These deposits paid by individuals are refundable if notice is received by hotel at least 14 days prior to arrival and a cancellation number is obtained. All deposits shall be charged at the time the reservation is made.
****For reservations call 800.421.9092 and ask for the Youth Specialties rate
Hotel Check-In
- Check into the hotel immediately upon arrival. (Since your room probably won’t be available until 4 pm, the hotel will provide storage for your luggage.)
- Check in with a major credit card (even if you wish to pay your final bill by check). Note: It is recommended that a debit card not be used for hotel check-in as many hotels block your estimated total bill as a guarantee. Credit card check-in allows you to charge all expenses to your room. If you choose not to use a credit card, you must pay cash in advance, and you may not charge anything to your room.
- Settle your final bill with cash, traveler’s checks, major credit card, or check (driver’s license and major credit card required). Church checks made out to the hotel for the exact amount will be accepted width credit card back up. No third-party checks are accepted.
- Check with the hotel regarding nonprofit exemption.
- Many hotels now have a surcharge if you check out earlier than scheduled. When you check into your hotel, be sure your checkout date is correct.
Changes/Cancellation Policy
No charge will be assessed for room cancellations made on or before Monday, August 24. Cancellations made after August 24 will be assessed a $25.00 cancellation fee. Cancellations received within 72 hours of arrival forfeit a one night’s room charge and tax. Changes may be made online, by e-mail or by FAX until August 24.
Transportation
Metro
Click here for instructions on using the Los Angeles Metro system.
Shuttle Service to Downtown
Super Shuttle
Provides service from LAX ($16 one way), Burbank ($24 one way), and Orange County ($72 one way)
FlyAway – from LAX to Union Station
Take a bus from LAX to Union Station and the a short taxi ride to downtown
Rental Cars
Approximately 40 rental car companies operate out of LAX, with vehicle rental sites located off the airport. Many of these rental car companies provide phone links inside or near the baggage claim areas on the Lower/Arrival Level of the terminals so travelers can request a free shuttle pick up to reach the rental car sites.
Customers of other rental car should contact their rental car of choice using the Ground Transportation Telephone Boards in baggage claim areas of each terminal to arrange for pick-up.
Click here for a full list
Taxis
Taxis can be found curbside on the Lower/Arrival Level islands in front of each terminal under the yellow sign indicating Taxis.
Driving Directions
Driving Directions
To the Los Angeles Convention Center
From the South
From 110 NORTH, transition to the 10 WEST, and exit immediately from the LEFT lane to PICO Blvd. The PICO off-ramp becomes CHERRY St. Turn RIGHT into the West Hall parking garage.
Alternate from the South
From 110 NORTH, exit at 9th St. RIGHT on FLOWER St. RIGHT on 11th. LEFT on CHERRY St. LEFT into the West Hall parking garage.
From the North
From 110 SOUTH, exit at OLYMPIC Blvd. LEFT at bottom of ramp onto BLAINE. LEFT on 11th St. Immediate RIGHT on CHERRY St, and LEFT into the West Hall garage.
From the East
From 10 WEST, transition to the 110 NORTH (Downtown). EXIT at PICO Blvd. The PICO off-ramp becomes CHERRY St. Turn RIGHT into the West Hall parking garage.
From the West
From 10 EAST, exit at GRAND Ave. Turn LEFT on OLIVE St., and LEFT on PICO Blvd. Turn RIGHT on CHERRY St. and RIGHT into the West Hall parking garage.
Parking
Downtown Locations
Make sure to call ahead to the lots to inquire about in and out privileges and cost.
Figueroa Hotel - $12 per day
Holiday Inn - $25 per day (no in and out privileges)
Sheraton Downtown - $24 over night (with in and out privileges)
Wilshire Grand - $35 over night valet parking
Attractions
What to do in Music City
Click here for a comprehensive document on downtown Nashville entertainment.
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Transportation and Parking
Shuttle
GrayLine Airport Shuttle
Rates: $16 per person (round trip – downtown)
Main Counter is located to the left of the lobby doors one floor below the baggage claim area. GrayLine Shuttles arrive every 15 minutes.
Millennium Shuttle
Rates: Complimentary for Millennium guests only
After arriving at Nashville International Airport look for the Millennium Phone Box on the baggage claim level or call 615.259.4343 and a shuttle will arrive shortly.
Rental Cars
Check in counters are located near the exits one floor below the baggage claim area for making rental arrangements.
Taxis
For cab service, follow the signs one floor below baggage claim. Click here for sample airport rates.
Parking
Click here for information on Nashville Parking
Driving Directions
Nashville Convention Center
601 Commerce St
Nashville, TN 37203
From West on I-40(from Dayton)
Follow Nashville signs and exit on Broadway (Exit 209). Turn left. Convention Center is on your left, between 7th and 5th Avenues.
From East on I-40 (from Kentucky)
(Airport)
Follow I-40 West (Memphis signs). Take Exit 209 (Broadway) and turn right onto Broadway Ave. Convention Center is on the left between 7th and 5th Avenues.
From South on 1-65
Take the I-40 West fork (Memphis sign). Exit on Broadway (Exit 209). Turn right onto Broadway Ave. Convention Center is on the left, between 7th and 5th Avenues.
From North on I-65
Follow I-65 (Memphis sign), it joins I-40. Stay on I-40, following Nashville signs. Exit at Broadway Ave (Exit 209). Turn left onto Broadway. Convention Center is on the left, between 7th and 5th Avenues.
From Southeast on I-24
Merge with I-40. Follow I-40 West (Memphis sign). Take Exit 209 (Broadway Ave) and turn right onto Broadway Ave. Convention Center is on the left between 7th and 5th Avenues.
From Northwest on I-24
Join I-65. Follow I-65 until it merges with I-40. Exit on Broadway (Exit 209). Turn left onto Broadway Ave. Convention Center is on the left between 7th and 5th Avenues.
Restaurants
Click here for Restaurant information around downtown in Cincinnati.
Casual Restaurants
Restaurant Map
Transportation and Parking
San Diego Airport Shuttle
NYWC Conference participants receive a discounted rate off the round trip fare from the airport to your hotel through Cloud 9 Super Shuttle. The shuttle runs to/from the airport hotels located on Hotel Circle. The NYWC discounted price is $10 one way/$20 round trip for Town and Country Guest’s and $11 one way/$22 round trip for guests at other hotels located on Hotel Circle.
To receive the discount and reserve your spot, click here:
National Youth Workers Convention Airport Transportation
For more information on Cloud 9 Super Shuttle please call: 1.800.BLUE.VAN, www.supershuttle.com
Rental Cars
There are several companies to choose from for rental car options in baggage claim area 1 and 2. Use the courtesy phone to request shuttle pick up of the company of your choice. Once reservations have been made proceed outside to the Ground Transportation Center. Car rental shuttles regularly operate at the Terminal 1 center traffic aisle and at the traffic island at the far west end of Terminal 2.
Additional information on rental cars from the airport can be accessed here.
Taxis
Follow signs to the Transportation Plaza and a transportation coordinator will assist you with the next available cab. Click here for more detailed information on San Diego’s taxi services.
Hotel Parking
Parking is $10 per day and can be found both in front or in back of the hotel. Please click here
here for a property map of the Town and Country.
Note: If you are not a hotel guest, parking is $15 per day at the Town & Country.
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To Town and Country Resort Hotel
FROM THE AIRPORT:
Head WEST on Airport Terminal Rd. Turn LEFT onto N Harbor Dr. Turn LEFT at W Grape St. Take the ramp onto I-5 S. Take exit 16 to merge onto CA-163 N towards Escondido. Take exit 3B for I-8 W. Follow signs for Hotel Circle. Turn RIGHT at Hotel Circle N.
FROM INTERSTATE 5 North or South:
Exit onto Interstate 8 East (El Centro) and exit 2nd Hotel Circle exit, turn left continuing under the overpass.Exit onto Interstate 8 East (El Centro) and exit 2nd Hotel Circle exit, turn left continuing under the overpass.
FROM INTERSTATE 805 North or South:
Interstate 15 North or South & Hwy 163. Exit onto Interstate 8 West (Beaches), exit Hotel Circle and turn right.
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Attractions
Welcome to San Diego!
San Diego is packed with world famous fun activities and exciting attractions from SeaWorld, the world-class San Diego Zoo to breathtaking beaches, amazing restaurants, museums, a festive nightlife and professional sports teams. So explore the city before you go! Check out these two sites for great information plus one created by our very own YS staffer Adam. Click here for great Dining and Nightlife Tips, information on San Diego Attractions and a local guide on all things San Diego.
Average Temperature
August-September: High 78F, low 66F
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Restaurants
Downtown Dinning
From Southern fare to haute cuisine with quite literally everything in between, Nashville’s menu of dining options will suit any taste. Here, a perfect barbecue (pork, of course) is as celebrated as the most spectacular creation from any of the city’s award-winning chefs. Whether it’s a family-friendly meal, dinner and a show or a romantic repast, the city’s restaurants serve every dish with a side of Southern hospitality. (Nashville Convention and Visitors Bureau) Click here for a map of Nashville Dinning options.
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Restaurants
You’ll be surprised at the amount of options to eat close to the Town and Country Resort and Convention Center. Check out a list of options here
You can also find more options at the San Diego Convention and Visitors Bureau or YS Staffer Adam created a fun site just for those of you visiting from out of town. Check out this site for more!
TopFlood Information
We join you in concern for friends and ministries in Nashville affected by recent flooding. While many areas of the city have received extensive damage, the Nashville Convention Center will be open and ready to host the National Youth Workers Convention this fall. We look forward to bringing youth workers to Nashville!
If you’d like to get involved in the flood relief efforts, here are two excellent sites.
Donate Nashville
Save Tent City (an effort of NYWC attendee and youth worker, Gavin Richardson)
Service Project in Mexico
Join Amor Ministries to experience a mission trip while you are in San Diego for NYWC.
Amor Ministries is offering a FREE day trip to build a home for a family in great need in Tijuana, Mexico. Amor Ministries has been building homes in Tijuana to eradicate physical poverty and show God’s love for 30 years!
Day trips to build are available October 1, 2, and 3. Trips depart at 7:00 AM and will return at 5:00 PM. Amor will provide your transportation to Mexico and the job site, building instruction, lunch, mission trip Bible study, and transportation back to the convention – For FREE! All you need is your passport and work clothes!
Come learn about how your church group (youth group, family camp, women’s retreats, men’s retreats, and so much more) can help those in great need.
Pre-registration is highly recommended as space is limited. The deadline to register is September 22nd. Sign-up today at http://www.amor.org/nywc or call 619-662-1200 ext.115.
Previous to NYWC, I felt like I was simply on my way out of youth ministry, but God spoke to me and now I know I have more to do and students to love before he’s done with me.