22nd Enzyme Mechanisms Conference
Sunday January 2 - Thursday January 6, 2011
Travel & Information
Driving Directions to the Don CeSar from Tampa Airport
Driving directions to the Don CeSar Beach Resort from the Tampa International Airport are for available download here:
Don CeSar Driving Directions (PDF)
Hotel Parking
Complimentary self-parking has been arranged at the hotel as part of the conference package. Valet parking is also available.
General
St. Pete Beach is located on Florida's Gulf coast ca. 30 miles SW of Tampa International Airport (TPA). For comprehensive information on travel, recreation and attractions in the St. Pete/Clearwater area please consult the following website:
Visiting St. Pete/Clearwater
Van, Limo & Taxi Service
Shared Van & Private Limousine/Car service from Tampa International to the Don CeSar is available at special discounted rates from SuperShuttle/ExecuCar. For details and reservations please visit the following direct weblink:
Group Discounted Van & Limousine Service
Download SuperShuttle Van & Limo Information (PDF)
For information about Taxis please visit:
Taxis from Tampa International Airport
Weather
The average temperature in January is 62 ˚F (17 ˚C). For the latest information please see the following website:
St. Pete/Clearwater Weather
Amenities at the Don CeSar
Spa Oceana
Fitness Center
Fitness classes & activities
2 Outdoor Pools
Outdoor & indoor hot tubs
Beach & water activities
Business Center
Concierge Service
Valet Parking
Shoppes at the Don
Variety of Restaurants & Dining Options
• Maritana Grille (Fine Dining)
• Sea Porch Cafe (Casual Dining)
• Beachcomber Bar & Grill (Poolside)
• Lobby Lounge (Cocktails, coffee, snacks, light dining)
• Sunsets Lounge (Sports Bar)
• Uncle Andy's Ice Cream
Golf & Tennis
Golf and tennis facilities are located close to the hotel. Please consult the Concierge who will be happy to arrange reservations and transportation.
Fort DeSoto Park
Named as America's Top Beach For 2009, Fort De Soto park is located only a short scenic drive from the hotel. The park offers beautiful beaches, swimming, fishing, boating and excellent bird watching opportunities. For the latest information please see the following website:
Fort DeSoto Park Official Website
Tampa International Airport
The Don CeSar is an easy 30 minute drive from Tampa International Airport (TPA) which is served by the following airlines:
Air Canada
Air Tran
Air Wisconsin
American
Atlantic Southeast
British Airways
Cape Air
Cayman Airways
Comair
Continental
Delta
Freedom Airlines
Frontier
Gulfstream International
Jet Blue
KLM
Midwest
Republic Airways
Southwest
Spirit
United
US Airways
WestJet
Discounted Car Rental with Dollar
We have negotiated discounted car rental rates valid for the dates of the conference, and one week before and after, through Dollar. The discount code (CD#) is CM0078 and the rates include the following concessions:
• Unlimited Mileage
• Complimentary additional driver(s) (code DRIVR)
• No underage driver fees (code AGE24)
• Economy or Compact - $33 daily/$165 weekly
• Intermediate - $37 daily/$185 weekly
• Standard or Full Size - $40 daily/$200 weekly
• Minivan - $59 daily/$295 weekly
• Sport Utility - $57 daily/$285 weekly
• 12 Passenger Van - $119 daily/$595 weekly
The rates are valid at Tampa International Airport (TPA), the local Dollar office (St. Petersburg Beach) and throughout Florida. The codes DRIVR and AGE24 will appear during the reservation process to indicate the included concessions. Credit card details will be taken upon pickup of the car at the rental counter.
To access the discounted rates and book your rental car please click on the following logo:
If you need a car after you arrive at the resort, please contact the local office (see below) and they can arrange for pickup at the hotel.
Dollar (St. Petersburg Beach location)
5005 Gulf Boulevard
St Pete Beach
Phone: (727) 367-3779
Discount code (CD#): CM0078
Other Car Rentals
Alamo Rent A Car
800-462-5266
Avis Rent A Car
800-331-1212
Budget Car Rental
800-527-0700
Dollar Rent A Car
800-331-3550
Discounted Conference Rates:
Enterprise Rent A Car
877-881-5500
Hertz Rent A Car
800-654-3131
National
800-227-7368
Thrifty Car Rental
800-331-3550
Organizing Committee
John Richard, Chair SUNY Buffalo
Kay Ahn Pfizer Global Research and Development
Tadhg Begley Texas A&M University
Debra Dunaway-Mariano University of New Mexico
Francine Perler New England Biolabs
Richard Wolfenden University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
John P. Richard
Tina L. Amyes
University at Buffalo
Department of Chemistry
Buffalo, NY 14260, USA
(716) 645 4232 (John)
(716) 645 4231 (Tina)
Fax: (716) 645 6963