Travel and Hotel
The South Shore Harbour Resort & Conference Center in League City, Texas, overlooks a marina cove just south of Houston and just 5 minutes drive away from NASA's Johnson Space Center. The Resort is an ideal location for this Conference. It boasts excellent conference facilities plus resort amenities that include tennis, golf, a fully equipped fitness center, and a 185-ft. tropical pool.Special Conference-Only Rate: $121.00 Single or Double
This rate is ONLY available by phone.
1-800-442-5005 (Within the US)
1-281-334-1000 (outside the US)
Cutoff Deadline: February 13, 2006.
Availability of group rate and hotel rooms are based on availability, so book early! Be sure to mention that you are attending ASCE's Earth & Space Conference to get the group rate and group availability.
Room cancellations may be made up to 48 hours before expected arrival without penalty.
INTERNATIONAL TRAVELLERS: Travel Documents Needed
A valid passport and visa are required of most visitors to the United States. Attendees should check with their local consulates or embassies. If a letter of invitation is required to secure a visa, please send us your request at least six weeks prior to your planned travel by CLICKING HERE and submitting the required information.
Your full name, address and complete fax number will be needed. We regret that we cannot email these letters.
Air Transportation
There are two major airports in the Houston area: Bush Intercontinental Airport and Houston Hobby Airport. Please note that Houston's William P. Hobby Airport is the closest airport to the Conference venue.
Car Rental Discounts Conference attendees may receive car rental discounts by contacting Hertz and providing the appropriate codes: Hertz 800-654-2220 / www.Hertz.com Codes: CDP# 11381 and PC# 945512
Airport-to-Hotel Ground Transportation
Clearlake Shuttle runs regularly from Hobby Airport (the closest airport to the Conference venue); however, advance reservations are still needed. Arrangements can also be made from Bush Intercontinental Airport at the special negotiated rate and based on availability.
Shuttle rates vary based on both distance and time of day. Please contact Clearlake Shuttle directly, in advance, to make your arrangements at 281-334-3873.
Taxis are available from both airports with no advance arrangements, but are generally much higher cost.
Driving Directions
From Downtown Houston
Take I-45 south to League City (exit 23). Make a left going under I-45 onto FM 518, also known as Main Street. In approximately 4 miles, you will find the turn into the hotel on your left.
From the North Side of Houston and Bush Intercontinental Airport
Take Beltway 8 south to I-45 south to League City (exit 23). Make a left going under I-45 onto FM 518, and find the turn into the hotel on your left in approximately 4 miles.
Travel Tips
Service charges or tips are generally not included in published prices in the United States. Restaurant servers, taxi drivers, etc., generally expect a tip of at least 15%.
Smoking in public areas is usually prohibited in the United States. Smokers should seek out designated smoking areas in hotels, restaurants, and other businesses.
Congress Dress
Business casual attire is appropriate for most Earth & Space 2006 events. Although jackets are not required for the sessions, jackets or sweaters that can be removed are advisable because conference rooms may be cool. You may choose to wear business attire for the banquet.
The best plan is to dress in layers, so that as you move from one place to another you can adjust your clothing.
| Average Temperatures | Daytime | Nighttime | Precipitation |
| March | 71.2° F | 50.6° F | 2.6 in |
Electricity
The electricity used in the United States is standard electricity, which is 110 volts. Please bring the appropriate adapters and transformers for any appliances or computers that you bring to the Conference, as these are not readily available in the United States for adaptation FROM overseas appliances.
Messages
Messages may be directed to Conference Attendees through Voice-Mail services provided in guest rooms. The telephone number to contact hotel guests is: (281) 334-1000
Shipping
Attendees - If you need to ship a package to the conference site, please send to:
(Your name)- Guest
South Shore Harbour Resort & Conference Center
2500 South Shore Harbour Blvd.
League City, TX 77573
Dates of your expected stay
Grants
We regret that ASCE is not able to award any other grants or fee waivers to attend the conference besides the Visiting International Fellowship mentioned above. However, grants are sometimes available for qualified applicants through the following organizations. Please contact them directly to ascertain if they will be able to assist you:
National Science Foundation www.nsf.gov or (703) 292-5111
USAID www.usaid.gov or (202) 712-0000
UNESCO www.unesco.org
Save Up To $25 off Your Next Hertz Meeting Rental
Hertz Meeting Savings helps you keep travel simple while on the road. Save $5 a day up to $25 off your next ASCE meeting rental. Plus you still receive your standard discount as well as all the Hertz benefits of being a member. This special offer is valid one week before through one week after designated ASCE event dates.
For Hertz Meeting and Convention Reservations, simply visit hertz.com. Or call Hertz at 1-800-654-2210 to take advantage of this special offer. Don't forget to mention:
CDP# 11381 and PC# 979731
