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The rates listed below will only be available through the SLA Housing Service.

Renaissance Vancouver HarboursideHeadquarters Hotel
Renaissance Vancouver Harbourside
Vancouver Marriott Pinnacle DowntownHeadquarters Hotel
Vancouver Marriott Pinnacle Downtown
wifi40x40Standard Room – CAN $195 S/D
Harbour View Room – CAN $219 S/D
wifi40x40Standard Room – CAN $195 S/D
Deluxe Room – CAN $219 S/D
Fairmont Hotel VancouverFairmont Hotel Vancouver Fairmont Waterfront HotelFairmont Waterfront Vancouver
CAN $205 S/D CAN $225 S/D
Four Seasons Hotel VancouverFour Seasons Hotel Vancouver Westin Bayshore VancouverWestin Bayshore Vancouver
wifi40x40CAN $220 S/D Standard Room – CAN $209 S/D
Deluxe Tower Room – CAN $229 S/D
 Map of Hotels Download Printable Form
S/D = single or double

Important Hotel Information

Please note that room rates indicated above are in Canadian dollars.

  • HOTEL DEPOSIT POLICY: A credit card with an expiration date of July 2014 or later is required in order to confirm your hotel reservation(s). Your confirmed hotel will charge a 1 night + tax deposit after May 12, 2014 to the credit card used to guarantee your reservation(s). This deposit will be non-refundable if you cancel your reservation(s) after May 12, 2014.
  • A limited number of rooms are available at the lower-rated properties so please make your hotel reservations early.
  • Hotel amenities indicated are not guaranteed and are subject to change without notice.
  • Rates do not include occupancy tax.
  • The following hotels offer free Wi-Fi for SLA attendees: Four Seasons Hotel, Vancouver Marriott Pinnacle, Renaissance Vancouver Harbourside.

TRAVEL INFORMATION

[wpspoiler name=”Alaska Inside Passage Cruise Onboard the Volendam” ]

7-Night Cruise on the Volendam (Holland America Line) Departs Wednesday, June 11, 2014 – Please quote promo code VolendamSLA20130611 for the best prices and amenities.

Inside cabin CAD$982.00 / Oceanview cabin CAD$1,239.00 / Balcony suite CAD$2,242.00.  Government fees and taxes are an additional CAD$179.00.

EXCLUSIVE UNIGLOBE BONUS:  Receive USD$75.00 shipboard credit per stateroom.

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Date Port Arrive Depart
Jun 11 Vancouver, BC 5:00 PM
Jun 12 Scenic Cruising the Inside Passage
Jun 13 Cruising Tracy Arm, Alaska
Juneau, Alaska
10:00 AM
1:00 PM
10:30 AM
10:00 PM
Jun 14 Skagway, Alaska 7:00 AM 9:00 PM
Jun 15 Glacier Bay, Alaska 7:00 AM 4:00 PM
Jun 16 Ketchikan, Alaska 10:00 AM 6:00 PM
Jun 17 Scenic Cruising the Inside Passage
Jun 18 Vancouver, BC 7:00 AM

Signature Beverage Package includes both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages priced up to US$7.00 and a 15% service charge, applicable to guests one and two. This beverage package excludes beverages priced over US$7.00. Signature Beverage Package has a daily limit of limit of 15 beverages. This beverage package can only be used during the cruise portion of Alaska Land + Sea Journeys.

Guests who purchase an inside stateroom will receive one complimentary dinner at the Canaletto restaurant. Obstructed ocean-view staterooms and above will receive one complimentary dinner at the Pinnacle Grill restaurant. Specialty restaurant offer is not transferable or refundable. Reservations and dining times will be assigned and a confirmation card will be placed in your stateroom upon embarkation day. This offer is applicable to guests one and two. Read the full terms and conditions here.

The company reserves the right to reinstate the fuel supplement for all guests at up to US$9.00 per person per day if the NYMEX oil price exceeds US$70.00 per barrel.

All offers are applicable to new bookings only.  All rates are per person in Canadian dollars, based on double occupancy, cruise only, and are subject to availability. Government taxes and fees are additional.

Shipboard credit is in U.S. dollars, per cabin, based on double occupancy. Credit has no cash value, and will expire on the last evening of the cruise if unused. The offer is subject to change and can be withdrawn without notice.

Please call Uniglobe Vision Travel at +1.888.463.2757 to confirm your space![/wpspoiler] [wpspoiler name=”Vancouver Tours” ]

All SLA 2014 attendees & family members receive 10% off the retail rates on all scheduled sightseeing tours, private tours, and airport transfers between June 6 – 15, 2014.

Vancouver City Highlights Tour
Operates daily at 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. (Approximately 4 hour duration)

Victoria & the Butchart Gardens Tour
Operates daily at 7:00 a.m. (Approximately 14 hour duration)

Whistler Mountains & Adventures Tour
Operates daily at 8:00 a.m. (Approximately 11 hour duration)

Vancouver Snapshots City Tour
Operates daily at 3:30 p.m. (Approx. 2 hour duration)

North Shore, Capilano Suspension Bridge & and Grouse Mountain Tour
Operates daily at 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. (Approximately 6 hour duration)

Learn More and Book a Tour Today

[/wpspoiler] [wpspoiler name=”Getting to/from the Vancouver Airport (YVR)” ]

The Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is approximately 11 miles from downtown.

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION

The Canada Line transports attendees from the airport to all the downtown hotels at a cost of CAN$9.00 inbound and CAN$4.00 return. On weekends the return rate is only CAN$2.75 for a 2 zone ticket as it’s non rush hour. Credit cards accepted.

TAXIS

Taxi fares are roughly CAN$30 to the downtown core and private limousine service is CAN$55 one-way, plus gratuity. Credit cards accepted.

Go here for all transfer options from the airport to downtown.

[/wpspoiler] [wpspoiler name=”Requirements for Travelers to/from the United States” ]

Since January 1, 2007, EVERYONE traveling by AIR between the United States and Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean and Bermuda have been required to present a valid passport, air NEXUS card, or U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Document due to regulations set forth by the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative.

As of 1 June 2009, EVERYONE traveling between the United States and Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean, and Bermuda by LAND, SEA (including cruises and ferries) or AIR will be required to present a valid passport or other documents as determined by the Department of Homeland Security to cross the border.

Visit the following sites for up-to-date information

[/wpspoiler] [wpspoiler name=”Attendee letter to cross the border” ]

There is no requirement to bring this letter when entering Canada to attend a registered conference. Only a valid passport is necessary for U.S. citizens but this letter can be used as supporting documentation for those visitors seeking entry to Canada, who would feel more comfortable with this additional document.

Download Letter

[/wpspoiler] [wpspoiler name=”Visa Information” ]

In addition to a passport, citizens of select countries are required to have a visa as well. GO HERE to find out if you need a visa. Starting between September and December 2013, citizens from 29 countries and 1 territory will need to give biometrics (fingerprints and photograph) when they apply for a visa.

SLA requires all international attendees requesting a letter of invitation to be registered for the SLA 2014 Annual Conference & INFO-EXPO. If you need a letter of invitation to participate in the conference, please send your conference registration confirmation e-mail in addition to your passport number and a brief statement of why you believe it would be beneficial for you to attend the SLA Annual Conference to Caroline Hamilton. Please ensure that your conference registration confirmation includes your full name, company name, job title, mailing address, and phone number. Note: There is an extended wait time to process some Visas so we recommend you start early. In some cases it has been shown to take more than 115 days to process.

[/wpspoiler] [wpspoiler name=”Additional Travel Information” ]

Do you have a DUI charge? Anyone with a criminal record (including a drunk driving conviction) may be excluded from entering Canada. If you have been convicted of driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, you will probably be found criminally inadmissible to Canada. But as of March 1, 2012, you may be able to get a temporary resident permit for one visit without paying the CAN$200 processing fee. GO HERE to find out more.

Are you a single parent traveling with a child under 18 years of age to Canada? Foreign officials and transportation companies are vigilant concerning documentation for children crossing international borders. Generally, any individual younger than 18 years of age could be considered a child. Unless a child is accompanied by both legal parents, the following documentation should be carried by the child or the accompanying adult:

  • a valid passport or proof of citizenship for the child.
  • a legal document proving that the child has the permission of the lawful parent (s) or guardian(s) to travel and includes contact phone information for the parent(s) or guardian(s). Such a document must be specific for each trip. A sample document is provided here. Visit the main website for additional information.

Do you need Medical Insurance when you travel to Canada? Visitors are not covered by Canadian health insurance. Check with your personal medical plan before leaving the U.S. or your home country to ensure you have adequate travelling insurance. It is advised that all people travelling outside their own country take out trip cancellation insurance, medical insurance and insurance to cover loss/damage to personal effects.

[/wpspoiler] [wpspoiler name=”Tips on using Cell Phones” ]

Get a Data and Long Distance Plan Before Leaving Home

Are you one of many of convention attendees traveling from the U.S. or internationally into Canada? Remember, Vancouver is in Canada and you will incur roaming charges for any cell phone service based outside of Canada.

To reduce the costs of your cell phone here are some suggestions

  1. Call ahead to your cellular provider and inquire about Voice/Data/Text roaming packages while in Canada
  2. Disable or limit Data Roaming on your cell phone
  3. Limit your calling and texting
  4. Use Wi-Fi
    • Wi-Fi will be provided complimentary to all SLA 2014 attendees in meeting rooms and common areas of the Vancouver Convention Centre
    • Look for the network called SLA_2014
  5. Use Skype or Facetime while on Wi-Fi

Below are links to some popular carriers’ international coverage plans:

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