Accommodations and Travel
Travel Information
Columbia University is easily accessible from John F. Kennedy (JFK) International, Newark International (EWR), and LaGuardia (LGA) airports (LGA serves domestic flights only). Average one-way taxi fare to Columbia, or to area hotels, is approximately $50 from JFK or Newark, or $30 from LaGuardia. Taxis within New York City--covering those from both JFK and LaGuardia Airports--are now required to take credit cards. Taxis from Newark Airport may require cash payment. Train and car service options are also available. If you take a taxi from the airport, please use an authorized taxi from a taxi stand at the airport.
From within Manhattan, Columbia University is served by the Number 1 subway train (red line) at the 116th St. stop. Please note that the 2 and 3 trains on the red line do not serve Columbia.
Conference Hotel and Dormitory Information
Both hotel and dormitory options have been made available for ICELW participants.
Hotel Information
We are pleased to offer two discounted hotel options near the conference venue:
Park 79 Hotel
117 W 79th Street
New York, NY 10024
Phone: +1 212-787-3300
Fax: +1 212-496-3975
www.Park79.com
Standard rooms with either one double bed or two single beds are available at the discounted rate of $175 per night, excluding taxes. This rate will be available until all discounted rooms have been booked or until May 7, 2012, whichever comes earlier. Room dates for this rate include the dates of the conference and surrounding dates, subject to availability, for those who wish to arrive earlier or stay later. Also, additional discounted room types are available: Deluxe Queen Rooms (deluxe queen bed, $195); Deluxe King Rooms(deluxe king bed, $205); and Junior Suites (1 double bed and a pullout sofabed, $225)
To make a reservation: Please call or fax the hotel. Identify yourself as being with the ICELW group when making your reservation, and make sure to include your name, credit card information, and phone number.
Hotel Beacon NYC
2130 Broadway at 75th Street
New York, NY 10023
Phone: +1 212-787-1100, extension 2
Fax: +1 212-724-0839
www.beaconhotel.com
King bedded suites are available at the discounted rate of $295 per night, excluding taxes. These rooms have a bedroom with a king bed, a living room with a pull-out sofa bed, a kitchenette and a marble bathroom. Maximum occupancy in a one-bedroom suite is 4 adults.
These rates will be available until all discounted rooms have been booked or until April 27, 2012, whichever comes earlier. Room dates for this rate include the dates of the conference and, subject to availability, surrounding dates for those who wish to arrive earlier or stay later.
To make a reservation: please call the hotel between the hours of 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM Eastern time, and identify yourself as being with the ICELW Group when making your reservation.
Dormitory Information
Dormitory rooms are available through the Summer Conference Housing office at Teachers College at Columbia University. More information and the application form are available at: http://www.tc.edu/housing/index.asp
Getting Around New York
New York is a very walkable city; in addition, taxis are readily available, and the subway and bus systems serve New York City and the surrounding areas.
The official subway map is available at http://www.mta.info/nyct/maps/submap.htm. Another useful, independent site for determining the best route via subway, bus, and or walking is at www.hopstop.com
ICELW 2012 will be held from June 13-15, 2012 on the campus of Columbia University in New York.
Our 2012 program will feature keynotes from evidence-based training pioneer Dr. Ruth Clark and from workplace learning and communication expert Dr. Saul Carliner.