Hotel Reservations
The Blackboard Hotel Reservation Service will guide you through the process of selecting a room at an official Blackboard hotel for BbWorld® '07.

Official Blackboard hotels have been pre-selected and offer a discounted rate to Blackboard attendees. Click here for Hotel Reservations and for additional information.

Airline Reservations (Just Added!)
We are pleased to announce that American Airlines is the official airline carrier for BbWorld '07. With discounts off of their regular published fares as well as a zone discount program for conference participants, we encourage you to explore flight options with American Airlines. Zone fares and discounts apply for travel occurring between Wednesday, July 4, 2007 to Sunday, July 15, 2007 to and from Boston, MA.

You have two options to take advantage of these discounts:

• Click here to book your travel arrangements online on Cliqbook, Blackboard’s official booking tool.
• To make changes to reservations made on Cliqbook, please contact the World Travel Inc. meetings desk at 800-867-2970. Hours of operation are 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM, EDT.
• You may also book directly with American Airlines group desk, at 800-433-1790. Please reference the meeting code A6977AY.

Destination

Boston, Massachusetts
Boston is one of the most charming cities in America. It has an old world atmosphere which is infused with the excitement of today. Founded over 375 years ago, many of the most important historic sites blend seamlessly with modern architecture, creating one of the most architecturally diverse and interesting landscapes in the country.

History is all around in this charming city, but there's a lot going on in modern Beantown too. Boston is often called the most European of U.S. cities owing to its walkable scale and human-sized Victorian and Colonial buildings, acres of public parks, and a lively café-restaurant culture. The city has also derived a great part of its identity from the many universities and colleges based in Boston and in Cambridge including, of course, the hallowed Ivy League Harvard.

From world class universities and renowned museums to the Symphony, the Theater, restaurants and world-class shopping; Boston has something for everyone! Come see all that Boston offers during BbWorld '07.

Weather
Boston’s weather is known for its unpredictability. A local saying is: if you don't like the weather, wait 5 minutes. Summer can be hot and steamy, but also breezy. Summer is the best time to visit. Many tourist sites open only during the warm-weather seasons.

Must See & Do's
• Fenway Park home to the Boston Red Sox. The area boasts many fine restaurants and cafes, as well as some of the finest cultural institutions in Boston.
• Quincy Market with street performers, wide verity of small shops, and endless menus is a unique tourist trap.
• Narrow, winding streets and the smell of coffee in the air probably means you're in the North End, Boston's oldest neighborhood. The heart of the Italian section is crammed with bakeries, cafes, and delicatessens.
• Paul Revere House, built in 1680 and the oldest house in Boston; and the 1723 Old North Church, where two lanterns were hung in the steeple to signal the Brits' arrival.
• Boston Dock Tours show you the whole city by land and by sea.

Nightlife:
• The Theater District holds the biggest shows in New England.
• China Town has some of the best Chinese restaurants in the country.
• The North End is known for its Italian style restaurants where one can sit for hours.
• Lansdowne Street is known for it high quality bars and clubs, one will find any kind of entertainment on this street. Located next to Fenway Park.
• Faneuil Hall is famous for its night life all ages will be satisfied.

Time Zone
The state of Massachusetts follows Eastern Standard Time during the fall and winter months and Eastern Daylight Time during the spring and summer months. In 2007 most of the United States will switch to Daylight Savings earlier than in past years. Daylight Savings Time will begin at 2:00 am on Sunday, March 11 and will end at 1:59 am on Sunday November 4. BbWorld '07 will operate on Eastern Daylight Time.

When it is 12:00 pm in Boston it will be:

9:00 am (Pacific Daylight Time) San Francisco
10:00 am (Mountain Daylight Time) Denver
11:00 am (Central Daylight Time) Chicago
12:00 pm (Eastern Daylight Time) New York

Conference Venue

Hynes Convention Center
An all-inclusive convention facility, the Hynes Convention Center is integrated into the historic and shopping heart of the city, Boston’s Back Bay. Recipient of multiple planner's choice awards, the Hynes offers175,000 square feet of flexible exhibit and auditorium space In addition to being an ideally located, all-inclusive, all-weather convention center. The Hynes is connected by skybridge to two major shopping malls, multiple restaurants and three major hotels – the Sheraton, the Westin and the Marriott. The Hynes is also just steps away from world-famous Newbury Street, Boston's beautiful parks and theatres.

Parking
Within a three-block walk of the Hynes Convention Center are numerous parking garages totaling over 4,400 spaces. Click here for more information on parking options. http://www.massconvention.com/jhcc_dir_par.html

Conference Attire
Attire for BbWorld '07 sessions and special events will be business casual. Since meeting room temperatures and personal comfort zones vary widely, it is recommended that you bring a sweater or jacket to the sessions.

Internet Access and Business Center Access at Hynes Convention Center
BbWorld '07 will offer a Cyber Café so that you may check your email while attending the conference. The Hynes Convention Center offers a full service FedEx Kinkos to take care of any of your business needs while traveling.

Travel and Transportation

Boston's Logan International Airport
Logan International Airport – enhanced by a multi-billion dollar modernization – is a major national and international gateway with a unique location close to the city. Not only does Boston provide fast and convenient connections for air travelers anywhere in the world, but no city delivers faster travel times between the airport and its convention centers. Average transfer time from Logan International airport to the Hynes Convention Center is only 15 minutes.

Taxicab and Shuttle Services
Many companies provide taxicab and or shuttle service from Boston’s Logan International Airport. If you need transportation, simply follow the signs leading to the outside curb. Click here for a list of taxi, limousine and shuttle companies frequently used by Boston area travelers. Call directly or use the Web links to find the transportation option that best suits your needs. Policies, services and rates are subject to change and may vary based on destination, passengers and number of stops. Please refer to Boston’s yellow pages for a complete list of transportation services.

Car Rental
Car rental companies situated in and around Boston’s Logan International Airport provide hassle-free service. Click here for a list of car rental companies servicing the Greater Boston area.

Driving Directions to Downtown Boston
Please check your hotel’s web site once you have booked your reservation to obtain driving directions to your specific hotel from Boston Logan International Airport.

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