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2012 ACUTA Winter Seminar on 01.22.2012 - 01.25.2012  at Palm Springs

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If the Register button above is grayed out (or not responding to a click) you need to logon first to register online or download the registration form and fax to 859-278-3268. You can also download a copy of the 2012 Winter Seminar brochure as an Adobe Acrobat document.

Exhibitors: Register your booth personnel using this form.

Special thanks to our host school - California State University San Bernardino - Palm Desert Campus

Please visit the ACUTA Winter Seminar meeting webpage sponsor.

Track 1: Everything IP | Track 2: 21st. Century Skills for IT
Registration Fees & Hotel Information

Registration if postmarked by December 16 / after December 16, 2011

  • ACUTA Member - $489 / $539
  • Non-Member - $649 / $699
CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY: Cancellations may be mailed, faxed, or e-mailed.
  • Cancellations received by 1/6/12: Full refund less $25 administration fee if notice of cancellation is received in the ACUTA office by 1/6/12. All unpaid cancelled registrations will be assessed a $25 administration fee.
  • Cancellations received 1/7/12 through 1/20/12: Registration fee must be paid. Credit (less $25 admin. fee) will be issued for cancellation received 1/7/12 through 1/20/12. Credit must be applied to registration for another ACUTA event within one year.
  • Cancellations received after 1/20/12: Registration fee must be paid and is not eligible for refund or credit.


Conference Hotel

Renaissance Esmeralda
Reservations - 800-266-9432 or 506/474-2009 or Book Room Online.

 

  • ACUTA rate: $209 single/double plus tax. -
  • Mention ACUTA for the special rate.

Credit card information or one night’s deposit is required to guarantee your room. (The hotel accepts American Express, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, and Visa.) If you need to cancel or change your reservation, please notify the hotel and secure a cancellation number at least 72 hours in advance to avoid cancellation fees.

ACUTA encourages you to make your reservation early as the number of rooms available in the ACUTA block is limited. If the block is filled prior to the cut-off date (12/16/11), rooms will be confirmed on a space-available basis.

NOTE: It is extremely important that you book your hotel room within the ACUTA block. This will assist your association with meeting our contractual obligations to the meeting hotel and help us keep the cost of registrations low for future events. By booking at the official event hotel, you not only receive a great discounted rate, free Internet access from your guest room, excellent accommodations, and the ultimate in convenience, but you also help ACUTA.

Please be aware that rooms should only be booked using the official contact information provided by ACUTA. ACUTA does not contract with any third party housing providers and any claims to the contrary are fraudulent.

Travel and Transportation

Travel Authority / Altour (800/274-7135 or 859/277-7135) will help you find the lowest fare and most convenient flights when you identify yourself as an ACUTA attendee. They will also assist with upgrades and monitor your reservation for advance changes and any new policies the airlines may put into effect. Travel Authority / Altour has a per-ticket transaction fee of $35 (at the time of printing).

There are several ground transportation options available from Palm Springs International Airport:

  • Most major car rental companies are at the airport.
  • One-way taxi fare is approximately $55.
  • Shuttle companies require advance reservations (preferably two weeks in advance). Current rate (as of Oct. 2011) at Desert Valley Shuttle to the Renaissance Esmeralda is $45 one way or $80 round trip. Contact them at 800/413-3999 or 760/251-4020 or www.palmspringsshuttle.com.
  • Other nearby airports include Ontario (about 1.5 hours) and Los Angeles (about 2.5 hours).
Monday Night Event - Tommy Bahama's Restaurant

Located on the second floor of the Tommy Bahama retail store, Tommy Bahama’s Restaurant & Bar is a unique celebration of the islands offering a relaxed escape from the hustle and bustle with truly inspired cuisine. It starts with an island state of mind which ensures you world-famous hospitality and an ease and comfort with efficient and timely service. We will be dining al fresco on the patio.

We will enjoy a three course-meal consisting of Tommy’s classic caesar salad, choice of main course, and key lime pie for dessert. You will be provided with one drink ticket for a glass of wine, beer, or mixed drink; a cash bar will also be available. Coffee, iced tea, and soft drinks are included.

This event is included for all fully registered attendees and those exhibitors who have purchased a social registration. Guests and additional exhibitors are welcome to attend for a $50 fee. (Space is limited.) ACUTA policy prohibits children under age 16 from attending this event.

Things to do in Palm Springs - http://www.palmspringsusa.com/visit

In January, when most of the northern hemisphere is shivering, what could be better than a few days in Palm Springs, California? This area is famous for its climate, but you can’t miss the unique desert beauty and culture. Rich in history and famous for its inspiring scenery, Palm Springs is truly a jewel among desert cities. Whatever your interest—golf, hiking, museums, or entertainment — you’ll find plenty of reasons to extend your stay.

For golfers, the greater Palm Springs area offers more than 100 of the world’s most beautiful courses. Play a round on one of the lush greens you’ve probably seen when the pros play on TV. Tour the nearby Indian Canyons and experience their unique beauty, mystery and power. Located on tribal land, the canyons are just five minutes from downtown Palm Springs. Before you leave, visit a trading post for some original souvenirs to take home.

The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway has been delighting visitors for more than 30 years with a short trip from the desert floor to an alpine forest at 8,516 feet. The tramway features state-of-the art tramcars with rotating floors designed to give spectacular views of the mountains and valley below to every rider, on every trip!

The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens is one of the Coachella Valley’s most unique tourist attractions, giving visitors a complete introduction to the natural desert’s animals and plants. Children are especially fond of “critter close-ups,” a chance to see and touch small desert animals—tortoises, snakes, and birds.

For those whose pleasures involve something other than the great outdoors, there’s always El Paseo Shopping Avenue with more than 250 delightful discoveries, including enchanting shops and boutiques featuring fashion, jewelry, art, home, spas, dining, and more.

Palm Springs invites you to enjoy January in the desert Southwest. See what adventures await you at www.palmspringsusa.com. Join us in sunny California for a unique and unforgettable experience.

Start Date:Sunday, January 22, 2012
End Date:Wednesday, January 25, 2012
Address:Renaissance Esmeralda
Palm Springs, CA