2009 Travel and Lodging

GETTING THERE

Flights

NORTHWEST AIRLINES is offering discounted air transportation to conference attendees traveling to the Glass Art Society Conference from June 1 - 22, 2009 with a destination of either Elmira, NY (ELM) or Rochester, NY (ROC) airports. Fares are subject to special rules, restrictions and availability.
Contact Northwest Airlines Meeting Services at 800-328-1111, Mon - Fri, 7 am - 7:30 pm Central time for reservations and ticket purchase - refer to Worldfile # NM2S4.

Find Corning/Elmira airport ground transportation info
Find Rochester airport ground transportation info

Car Rental

GAS has obtained a discount for all members with HERTZ CAR RENTAL. Up to 10% off daily rates, plus a $5/day discount during the conference (up to $25/week.) Call 1-800-654-2210 and reference the CDP # 1779165.

HOTELS

Hotel Info also available at http://www.GAS2009Corning.com

LESS THAN 5 MILES FROM CORNING MUSEUM OF GLASS

Radisson Hotel Corning – 125 Denison Parkway East, Corning *This hotel block is full
$120 single/double, $135 triple, $150 quad
Reservations: (607) 962-5000 or online www.radisson.com/corningny
Group Code: GAS609. Located in Corning’s historic Gaffer District.
In house restaurant, bar, room service, indoor heated pool, fitness center, and 10-person outdoor Jacuzzi spa. Pet friendly.

Staybridge Suites Corning – 201 Townley Avenue, Corning *This hotel block is full
$130 studio suite, $150 one-bedroom suite, $185 two-bedroom suite
Reservations: (607) 936-7800, mention Glass Art Society
Fully equipped kitchens, e-com library, complimentary continental breakfast, fitness room & pool.

Comfort Inn Corning – 66 West Pulteney Street, Corning *This hotel block is full
$114 single/double
Reservations: (607) 962-1515, online: www.choicehotels.com/hotel/ny089
Near CMOG, high speed Internet, full breakfast, fitness room, indoor pool.

Villa Bernese B&B – 11881 Overlook Drive, Corning *This is full
$150 single/double
Reservations: (607) 936-2633 or online www.bedbreakfastcorning.com
Bed & breakfast in Corning with European elegance, luxury and hospitality. Overlooking the Chemung River Valley.

Fairfield Inn by Marriott Corning – 3 S. Buffalo St, Corning *This hotel block is full
$154 single/double.
Reservations: (800) 228-2800, refer to Glass Art Society Conference.
Multi-award winning hotel. Complimentary hot breakfast.

Americas Best Value Inn - Lodge on the Green – 196 South Hamilton Street, Painted Post
$79 single/double, $81 triple, $83 quad
Reservations: e-mail Marcie@lodgeonthegreen.com

Corning Inn – 255 South Hamilton St, Painted Post
$69 single/double, $79 triple
Reservations: (607) 937-5383

Holiday Inn Corning-Painted Post – 304 South Hamilton St, Painted Post
$99 single/double. Reservations: (607) 962-5021, mention code GAS

Econo Lodge Painted Post – 200 Robert Dann Dr, Painted Post
$99 single/double.
Reservations: (607) 962-4444, www.choicehotels.com/hotel/NY124
Continental breakfast. Micro-Fridge in every room.

Hampton Inn Corning-Painted Post – 9775 Victory Highway, Painted Post
$124 single/double
Reservations: (607) 936-3344 or online www.corning.hamptoninn.com
Newly renovated spacious rooms. Complimentary hot breakfast bar.

6-10 MILES FROM CORNING MUSEUM OF GLASS

Watson Homestead – 9620 Dry Run Rd, Painted Post
$85 single/double, $95 triple, $105 quad, 8 am breakfast included in rate.
Dorm rooms $45/person – max 4 /room, linens not provided.
Reservations: (607) 962-8057 x405 or e-mail watsondonna@stny.rr.com
Hiking trails and more on 600 rural acres.

Country Inn & Suites, Big Flats – 105 East Mall Rd, Horseheads
$150 single/double, $155 triple, $160 quad
Reservations: 1-800-456-4000, mention “GAS Conference rate”

Hilton Garden Inn Elmira/Corning – 35 Arnot Rd, Horseheads
$175 single, $180 double. Reservations: (607) 795-1111

HOTEL SHUTTLE SCHEDULE

East Shuttle

Pick Up Locations: Hilton Garden Inn, Country Inn & Suites
Drop Off Locations: Market Street for Registration and Corning Museum of Glass
Times: June 10, 11:30 am - 11 pm; June 11, 6:30am - 1am; June 12 - 13, 7am - 1am

West Shuttle

Pick Up Locations: America's Best Value, Lodge On The Green, Holiday Inn - Painted Post, Econolodge, Hampton Inn, Fairfield Inn, Corning Inn, Comfort Inn
Drop Off Locations: Market Street for Registration and Corning Museum of Glass
Times: June 10, 11:30 am - 11 pm; June 11, 6:30am - 1am; June 12 - 13, 7am - 1am

Radisson Shuttle

Pick Up Locations: Radisson Hotel
Drop Off Locations: Corning Museum of Glass
Times: June 11, 7:00 am - 8:00 pm; June 12 - 13, 7am - 1am

Watson Homestead Shuttle

Pick Up Locations: Watson Homestead
Drop Off Locations: Market Street for Registration and Corning Museum of Glass
Times: June 10, 11:30 am - 11 pm; June 11, 6:30am - 1am; June 12 - 13, 7am - 1am

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