| 2009 REALTORS Conference & Expo
November 11-14, 2009
Westin San Diego
San Diego, CA
Convention Registration form and Hotel information
Final Schedule
Inaugural Ticket Form- SOLD OUT
Southern California CRS Networking Event
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
WHERE SHOULD I STAY?
The Council will be headquartered at the Westin San Diego. The hotel information is as follows:
Westin San Diego
400 West Broadway
San Diego, CA 92101
Phone: 619.239.4500
Services at the Westin include: 24 hour room service, fitness center, complimentary airport transportation (limited), outdoor pool, business center and 24 hour valet parking (charge). Your guest room is equipped with an in-room safe, iron and board, hair dryer, mini bar and coffee maker.
CAN I BE REACHED AT THE ABOVE NUMBER?
Only if you have a reservation at the Westin. If not, the quickest way for someone to reach you is via your personal cell phone.
WHERE SHOULD I SLEEP?
Make your life easy - stay at the Westin. You won't have to jump in a taxi to get to the meetings on time and if you are spending a small amount of time at the Expo, you can just hop in taxi. If you have not made your reservation, don't wait any longer. Complete a registration form at www.realtors.org or call Experient at 800.974.3084.
HOW DO I GET TO THE HOTEL?
If you are flying, you will arrive in San Diego International Airport. The airport is approximately 5 minutes from our hotel. The following modes of transportation are available from the airport:
Hotel Shuttle: If you are staying at the Westin, there is a courtesy shuttle service available from 5:00 a.m. - 12:00 a.m. Once you have received your luggage, call 619.239.4500 for your pick up.
Taxis: A taxi ride will cost approximately $12.00 one way from the San Diego International Airport to the Westin San Diego.
Limo: Limousines are available for hire. Please call the bell stand at the hotel for arrangements.
SHOULD I CHECK MY HOTEL CONFIRMATION?
Yes! Do not wait to make sure that everything is correct on the confirmations. It is so easy to key in the wrong arrival or spell a name incorrectly. Please verify the following details to assure a trouble free check-in:
1. Is your name spelled correctly?
2. Are your arrival and departure dates correct?
3. Is your city and state correct? Is it spelled correctly?
4. Are your accommodations as requested?
If any of the above items are incorrect, you must advise Experient immediately. They can be reached by phone at 800.974.3084; by fax at 800.521.6017; or by e-mail at NAR@itvlsvc.com
WHY DOESN'T THE HOTEL HAVE MY CONFIRMATION?
Experient will create a rooming list from your registration form which will be sent to the Westin San Diego approximately 30 days prior to the event. Upon receipt of the rooming list from Experient the Westin or your hotel choice will send you a reservation confirmation. Again, be sure to check that everything on your hotel confirmation is as you requested. Do this immediately upon receipt.
WHERE CAN I PICK UP MY BADGE?
Your badge will be mailed to you at the address provided on your registration form.
DO I NEED A BADGE?
You will need a badge to participate in any of the events scheduled at the convention center. All conference attendees need a badge for admittance in the sessions and the expo. If you prefer to only attend the expo, you can purchase a badge at the convention center. If you are not attending any of the sessions or the expo you do NOT need a badge.
WHAT CAN I DO OR SEE
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Balboa Park is the nation's largest urban cultural park. While visiting the park you can enjoy the San Diego Art Institute, San Diego Zoo, Spanish Village Art Center, Cactus Garden, enjoy a hike or bike ride through the many trails, grab a game of golf or enjoy a bit to eat at one the many restaurants or cafes. You can visit the website here.
Not only can you enjoy some time in Balboa Park, but you can take an Old Town Trolley Tour through the San Diego area. Tours leave every 30 minutes starting at 9:00 a.m. Each tour lasts about 2 hours, more information can be found here.
Other attractions include:
-Seaport Village
-Gaslamp Quarter
-Sea World San Diego
-USS Midway
Shopping at Horton Plaza and movie theaters are approximately 1 mile from the hotel. There are many more attractions available to you during your stay. For more information, call the San Diego Convention and Visitors Bureau. They can be reached at 619.232.3101 or stop by the office at 2215 India Street, San Diego, CA 92101. Further information can be found at their website: http://www.sandiego.org/nav/Visitors
HOW DO I FIND MY MEETING ROOM?
For your convenience, a copy of the Westin San Diego floor plan will be available on-site.
DOES CRS HAVE ANYTHING HAPPENING?
You will find plenty of happenings during the Council's business meetings. Following are just a few.
Wednesday, 11/11/09
1:00pm- 2:00pm On-Line Learning Panel Opal Room
4:00pm- 4:30pm Late Breaking News Briefs Crystal I & II
- RE-build USA - Dennis Walsh presents the newest certification that will benefit agents, buyers and sellers through creative FHA 203K financing. Come hear all the details and find out how easy it is to create this niche that will enhance your business for years to come! Hear about it before it is rolled out at NAR.
- IMMOBEL, Inc. - Janet Choynowski, CEO of IMMOBEL will give you the hot off the presses details of our newest member benefit and show you how you can affordably have your listings translated into 13 languages and promoted globally. Show your clients how savvy you are and let prospective buyers learn about your listing in a language they are comfortable in.
4:30pm- 6:00pm Member Update Crystal I & II
Thursday, 11/12/09
9:00am- 11:00am Chapter President's Leadership Forum Crystal I
9:00am- 12:00pm Product Review Panel Ivory Room
1:30pm- 2:20pm Communications Advisory Panel Topaz Room
3:00pm- 4:30pm Member Connect Advisory Panel Crystal II
WHEN IS THE CRS INAUGURAL?
Come join the festivities as we install the 2010 Council Officers and Chapter Presidents on Saturday, November 14, 2009, from 7:00pm - 12:00am. The black tie event will take place at the Westin San Diego, Emerald Ballroom. Individual tickets are $80 per person. You can purchase tickets through our ticket order form.
WHERE CAN I FIND A PLACE TO EAT?
San Diego has many restaurants to choose from. Depending on what you are in the mood for, you can enjoy a great steak, pasta, Mexican, or simply enjoy a burger. You can find many of the restaurants on the San Diego Convention and Visitors Bureau website, http://www.sandiego.org/nav/Visitors.
A few websites you can visit for dining options are:
http://www.foodieview.com/restaurants/sandiego
http://www.sandiegorestaurants.com/
http://www.cafesandiego.com/
WILL I BE SAFE IN SAN DIEGO?
Avoid mishaps -- travelers have so much on their minds they forget to be "street smart" and are usually easy targets for crime. STAY ALERT!
1. Do not walk anywhere by yourself. Go out in groups whenever possible.
2. Stay on the main streets. Avoid dark side streets wherever possible.
3. Do not wear your convention badges on the street.
HOW WILL I GET TO AND FROM THE CONVENTION CENTER?
NAR will operate its shuttle to and from the convention center from Thursday, 11/12/09 through Monday, 11/16/09.
WHAT SHOULD I WEAR?
Dress at the meetings is business casual, however should you find some free time to visit some of the better restaurants you may need business or "after five" attire and men will need to wear jackets and ties. Do not forget comfortable shoes and a light jacket for the evening.
WHAT WILL THE TEMPERATURE BE LIKE?
The average temperatures in November are 70 degrees during the day and 60 degrees in the evening. Do not forget comfortable shoes, an umbrella and your sunglasses.
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