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AHQA 2006 Annual Meeting  

Crossing the Bridge  
February 20-24, 2006
Hyatt Regency Miami , Florida

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Hyatt Regency Miami
at Miami Convention Center
400 S.E. 2 nd Avenue
Miami , FL 33131
Phone: 305-358-1234 (reservations are to be made via internet only)
Fax: 305-374-1725
Website: www.hyatt.com

THE ROOM BLOCK FOR THE HYATT IS NOW FULL.  PLEASE USE THE LINK BELOW FOR THE OVERFLOW PROPERTY TO MAKE YOUR RESERVATION.

The Hyatt Regency Miami at Miami Convention Center has been chosen as the official hotel for the 2006 Annual Meeting, titled, “ Crossing the Bridge” . The Hyatt Regency Miami has a s pectacular setting downtown on the scenic Miami River and is located minutes from world-class shopping, golf and white-sand beaches for outdoor functions and events.

Overflow Property

InterContinental Miami Hotel
100 Chopin Plaza
Miami , FL 33131
Phone: (305) 577-1000
Fax: (305) 577- 0384

Website: www.intercontinental.com

When making your reservations, please use the following link: The URB link for the conference rate is: http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/ic/1/en/rates/miaha?&_GPC=AHQ&

If you decide to go directly to the http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/ic/1/en/hd/miaha website, please make sure you place a code in the corporate # section - that code is AHQ.

The InterContinental Miami Hotel overlooks Biscayne Bay and is conveniently close to Miami Beach and adjacent to Bayside Marketplace with its fashionable shops and restaurants.

Please Note : Complimentary shuttle transportation will be provided between the InterContinental and Hyatt Regency Miami every 15 minutes on the hour during peak hours (7:00am to 10:00am & 3:00pm to 7:00pm) and every 30 minutes on the hour during off peak (10:00am to 2:59pm).

Room Rates: All room reservations must be made by February 1, 2006. Any reservations made after the cut-off date will be on a space-available basis. The hotel is unable to adjust rates after the cut-off date and check-in. The room rates are $179 single/double, plus 13% tax.

Check-in/Check-out times
Check In Time: 3:00 p.m.
Check Out Time: 12 noon

Deposit: A one night's deposit is required 14 days after your room reservation is confirmed by the hotel but no later than the cut-off date of February 1, 2006. The deposit may be charged to American Express, Diners Club, Discover, Visa or MasterCard. Personal checks and money orders are also accepted.

Room Cancellation: When guest rooms are cancelled in a timely manner, a reservation cancellation number should be obtained for your protection.

This is a standard cancellation policy developed and enforced by the hotel not AHQA. We encourage you to request and maintain hard copy confirmation of both reservations and cancellations for your protection.

Dress Code: AHQA has designated the dress code for the 2006 Annual Meeting as business casual.

Weather: Average temperatures: high 78, low 62 degrees. Visitors are most comfortable with a light jacket or leather jacket/coat. Please be aware that indoor meeting room temperatures tend to be cooler.

Transportation/Travel Agency: AHQA's official travel agency, Alamo Travel , can assist you with your travel plans. Alamo Travel can be reached at 800-748-8565 (phone) or 228-688-7590 (fax). We urge you to make your travel arrangements as soon as possible to receive all discounts being offered. AHQA is not responsible for non-refundable tickets.

Rental Car: Avis Rent-A-Car is the official car rental agency for The American Health Quality Association. The Avis Worldwide Discount (AWD) number is T653399 and the reservation number is 800-331-1600.

Driving Directions to Hyatt Regency Miami From Miami International Airport to Hotel (8 miles): Take 836 East, Go through tolls and stay to right side. Take I-95 South Exit - Downtown. Once on I-95 Stay in left hand lane and take Exit 2A/ Biscayne Boulevard . Stay in right hand lane at the end of the ramp, the hotel will be on your immediate right side.

Conference Registration Information: Please visit the AHQA website at www.ahqa.org for more information about registration or contact Amanda Scott at ascott@ahqa.org or 202-331-5790 ext. 1567.

Special Needs: Meeting registrants with disabilities, dietary restrictions, or other special needs should contact Jacqueline Osborne at josborne@ahqa.org or 202-331-5790 ext. 1575.

For questions about the hotel, meeting logistics, conference support or exhibiting please contact Jacqueline Osborne at josborne@ahqa.org or 202-331-5790 ext. 1575.

For questions about program content, speakers or strategic partnerships, please contact Erin Williams at ewilliams@ahqa.org or 202-331-5790 ext. 1574.

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