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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the dates for SATELLITE 2010?SATELLITE 2010 Conference and Exhibition is Monday, March 15, 2010 through Thursday, March 18, 2010. The Pre-Conference Program is Monday, March 15, 2010. The Conference and Exhibition are Tuesday - Thursday, March 16-18, 2010. What are the times for the Exhibition?The Exhibit Hall is open the following hours: 11:00 a.m. - 5:45 p.m. Tuesday, March 16 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 17 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Thursday, March 18 Where is SATELLITE 2010?SATELLITE 2010 is at the Gaylord National Convention Center in National Harbor, MD. How can my company reserve exhibit space at SATELLITE 2010?Exhibiting at the SATELLITE Conference and Exhibition has always been a terrific value because it's the only event to link buyers and sellers within the global satellite marketplace. Contact Michael Cassinelli, Exhibit Sales Manager, for more information on exhibiting at SATELLITE 2010. How do I register?ONLINE: Click here to register online.MAIL: Complete the PDF form and send to SATELLITE 2010 c/o CDS, 107 Waterhouse Road, Bourne, MA 02532 FAX: Complete the PDF form and fax to 508-759-4552 PHONE: Call +1-508-743-0512 or 800-915-9803 (between 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. EST) How much does it cost to attend SATELLITE 2010?The SATELLITE 2010 Conference and Exhibition has three pricing tiers – Early Bird, Late Advance and On-Site. Military discounts are available, click here for more information.Here is an overview of the registration fees:
Does SATELLITE 2010 offer military discounts?Yes! Active military and federal, state and local government employees qualify for the military discounted rate of $899 for the 2-day Military Forum, $999 for the Individual Conference and $1499 for the Full Conference. To obtain the military and government rate, simply select the option during the online registration process and please remember to bring your valid military or government ID to the event. Contractors do not qualify for military discounts.What is the dress code?Business formal is encouraged for all events at SATELLITE 2010 Conference and Exhibition. Military personnel are encouraged to wear duty uniform. How do I make my travel arrangements?Traveling to SATELLITE 2010 is easy and convenient when you use the SATELLITE 2010 travel service. Exclusive discounts on hotel rates are available in the SATELLITE 2010 official hotels. Please book your hotel rooms through Par Avion, the official housing bureau for SATELLITE 2010, for your discounted room rate. Air Travel There are 3 major international airports that serve the metropolitan Washington, D.C. area:
Par Avion Meetings and Conventions, can book your hotel room, flight and rental car in one quick phone call. To speak with a representative, please call 800-826-3079 or +1-310-590-4706. For driving directions and public transportation information, please click here. Are there discounted hotel rates?Yes! Exclusive discounts on hotel rates are available in the SATELLITE 2010 official hotels. Please book your hotel rooms through the SATELLITE 2010 housing bureau for your discounted room rate. You can book online or download the PDF form and fax to +1-310-649-3554 How do I get to the Gaylord National Convention Center?The Gaylord National Convention Center is 8 miles south of Washington, DC, situated at the foot of the Woodrow Wilson Bridge, just off I-95 on the Capital Beltway at the I-295 interchange. Gaylord National Convention Center is just a 15-minute drive from Reagan National Airport and within a 45-minute drive from Dulles and Baltimore Washington International Airports. Shuttle service and car service are available from either airport to the hotel. As National Harbor is a new development and may not register on some GPS systems, please follow these driving directions for best results. The physical address is: How far is the Gaylord National Convention Center from Washington, DC?The Gaylord National Convention Center is located on the Potomac River, just 8 miles south of Washington, DC. Click here to see a map. Does Metro run to the Gaylord National Convention Center?National Harbor and the Gaylord National Resort are connected to the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, or Metro system, via a limited-stop bus route. The NH-1 bus runs 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., seven days a week. It arrives every 20-22 minutes during morning and evening rush hour (Monday-Friday), and every 30 minutes at all other times. The NH-1 route begins at the Southern Avenue Metro station (the end of the green line) and concludes at National Harbor, with four additional stops along the way. Current pricing for the trip is $1.35 each way, or $1.25 each way with a Metro SmarTrip card. The bus stop is located at the corner of Waterfront Street and St. George Boulevard, across the street from the main Gaylord National entrance. Will SATELLITE provide a shuttle bus to the Convention Center for local attendees?
What is the shuttle bus schedule?Click here for a PDF of the shuttle bus schedule. The SATELLITE 2010 shuttle bus will run on a continuous 20-30 minute loop from Union Station and Metro Center in Washington, D.C. and the Pentagon and Navy Annex in Arlington, Virginia to the Gaylord National Convention Center. Is there an official transportation partner for SATELLITE 2010?Yes! Reston Limo has been announced as the official transportation partner for SATELLITE 2010. To secure your own transportation to SATELLITE, please fill out the PDF Reservation Form and fax it to Daniel Oh at +1-703-478-0136. What restaurants and attractions are in National Harbor?There are more than 30 restaurants in National Harbor. Visit www.NationalHarbor.com for a list of restaurants, shops and attractions. Plus, water taxis run from National Harbor to Old Town Alexandria, Virginia and the Georgetown Waterfront in Washington, DC.Isn’t there a water taxi that runs from Old Town Alexandria to National Harbor?Yes, there is a water taxi that runs from National Harbor to Old Town Alexandria, VA and one that runs to the Georgetown Waterfront in Washington, DC, as well. The Potomac Riverboat Company operates a water taxi service that allows travelers to explore this historic region from the dynamic perspective of the Potomac River. For a complete schedule, please visit www.potomacriverboatco.com. How will the move to Gaylord National Convention Center affect SATELLITE 2010?The change of venue will definitely affect aspects of the show, but the core value still remains. SATELLITE will continue to market to the key verticals to deliver you the qualified buyers you need to meet. Scott Chase will continue as Conference Chairman and will produce a conference with the cutting-edge, relevant content that attracts your best prospects to the event. And the exhibition will continue to offer the services and solutions the global marketplace needs for satellite-enabled communications. Can I transfer my registration to someone else at my company?Yes, SATELLITE 2010 accepts registration substitutions. Please send substitution requests in writing to SATELLITE 2010, 4 Choke Cherry Road, 2nd Floor, Rockville, MD 20850 or register@SATELLITE2010.com. How do I cancel my registration, and what is the cancellation policy?Cancellations must be made in writing. Cancellations made after September 30, 2009 will be subject to a cancellation fee of $750. Registrants who cancel after January 15, 2010 will be liable for the full conference registration fee. Non-payment or non-attendance does not constitute cancellation. Please send cancellation requests in writing to SATELLITE 2009, 4 Choke Cherry Road, 2nd Floor, Rockville, MD 20850 or register@SATELLITE2010.com. Who can I contact if my question is not answered here?The SATELLITE 2010 Management Team is happy to answer your questions. Click here for complete contact information. |
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