Amateur Softball Association 2015 ASA May 10A/12A May 8th-10th, 2015 Q u a l i f i e r The only CVB in Georgia accredited by both DMAI and GACVB. Team Columbus Builds Partnerships for Successful Meetings COLUMBUS CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU In the Heart of UPtown Columbus, Georgia Voice 800.999.1613 FAX 706.322.0701 [email protected] ASA 1 TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING ABOUT MEETINGS IN COLUMBUS HOW TO FIND US “Your assistance and coordination of our event was an Columbus is connected by four major highways extraordinary additive to the overall success...with over 1,200 attendees and more than 300 performers from including I-185. around the world, this conference was unprecedented in its scope and diversity. We have received rave reviews—board members, performers and attendees have expressed their appreciation with comments ranging from “this was the best ITG conference they’ve attended” to “this conference raised the bar for future conferences.” ...These comments...reflect directly on your efforts and participation in this event. Rob Murray, DMA 2012 Host International Trumpet Guild 37th Annual Conference “I could not ask for better people to work with!” Billy Houston President AIR AND GROUND OPTIONS Tri Rivers Waterway Development Association Columbus Airport— Serviced by Delta Airlines “Thank you to Columbus for being a gracious host city for 15 minutes from UPtown the Georgia Planning Association 2012 Fall Conference. We Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport— had rave reviews about the location and the event. Thanks Most major air providers for everything you did to make the conference a success! 90 minutes from UPtown (We) look forward to working with you in the future.” Groome Transportation— Servicing Columbus since 1996 Patti Cullen 36 round-trips 7 days a week Executive Director $67 round-trip (current fares) River Valley Regional Commission Rental Car Companies— Servicing Columbus and Atlanta airports Avis Budget “Five years ago Georgia Thespians was locked into limits in Enterprise our metro Atlanta conference location. Moving our Hertz conference to Columbus has opened up limitless National possibilities. We could not have made our move so Servicing Atlanta airport only smoothly without the help of the Columbus Convention Advantage and Visitor Bureau. We appreciate your support and Airport Rent a Car Atlanta guidance. Dollar EZ Frank Pruet Payless Chapter Director Sixt Rent a Car Atlanta Georgia Thespians Thrifty ASA 2 Bureau Services Basic Services Additional Services On-line Registration & Reservations Information booths stocked with literature related to the Registration Assistance area can be set up on site with or without staff, to provide convenient resources for your attendees. Customized Name Badges Tour Itineraries Convention groups, reunions and special event groups with a signed contract for sleeping rooms in Muscogee County Welcome Bag, including Visitors Guide & Map are eligible to receive Visitors Guides and bags at no cost. Your group is also eligible to receive black and white name Housing Bureau badges (no logos please) at cost for supplies. See chart Site Inspection Arrangements below for pricing. Off-site Banquet/Special Event Coordination Note: For those groups requesting name badges, a final list Restaurant/Attraction Guides of attendees in Excel format is due three (3) weeks prior to pick up date. Calendar of Events Current News About the Destination Price Chart Digital Media Pin-on Name Badges w/Labels $0.25 AV Presentations on Attractions Lanyard Name Badges w/Labels $0.70 Promotional Materials Plastic Bags $0.30 On-site Visitor Information Booth Spouse Program Assistance Services Listing Media Support Press Conference Coordination News Releases Access to Regional Media Contacts Interview Scheduling with Local Media Contacts Press Kits ASA 3 MEETING PROFILE HOTEL OPTIONS HOTEL FEATURES ROOM BLOCK ROOM RATE No. of Rooms/Suites — 73 40 Peak Rooms $95.00 + tax Internet Access King Pool & Health Club $95.00 + tax Continental breakfast 2 Queen Beds Both room rates are for 2 people. Add Comfort Inn $5.00 for each 3460 Macon Road, 31907 additional 706-256-3093 person. Comments from Comfort Inn: Room rate includes Hot breakfast and wifi. Property has indoor pool and fitness center. Contact Debbie Berlingeri Director of Sales 762-822-3960. No. of Rooms/Suites — 120 75 Peak Rooms $55.00 + tax Internet Access Pool Continental Breakfast Days Inn Columbus-North Fort Benning-Airport 3452 Macon Road, 31907 706-561-4400 No. of Rooms/Suites — 177/2 150 Peak Rooms $89.00 + tax No. of Meeting Rooms — 2 Max. Banquet Seating — 150 Theater Conference Seating — 300/150 Internet Access Full Service Restaurant & Lounge Airport Shuttle Doubletree Hotel Columbus Pool & Health Club 5351 Sydney Simons Blvd, 31904 706-327-6868 Comments from Doubletree: A room rate of $99.00 including breakfast is available. ASA 4 MEETING PROFILE HOTEL OPTIONS HOTEL FEATURES ROOM BLOCK ROOM RATE No. of Rooms/Suites — 80/8 40 Peak Rooms $69.00 + tax No. of Meeting Rooms — 1 Max. Banquet Seating — 30 Theater Conference Seating — 30/30 Internet Access Pool & Health Club Econo Lodge Inn & Suites at Continental Breakfast Ft. Benning 4483 Victory Drive, 31903 706-682-3803 Comments from Econo Lodge Ft. Benning: Room rate includes breakfast and wifi. No. of Rooms/Suites — 118 50 Peak Rooms $76.00 + tax No. of Meeting Rooms — 2 Theater Conference Seating — 24/24 Internet Access Airport Shuttle Pool & Health Club Continental Breakfast Hampton Inn Columbus- Airport 5585 Whitesville Road, 31904 706-576-5303 Comments from Hampton Inn Airport: Room rate includes a complimentary hot breakfast and wifi. Property has outdoor grill and pool. Located within walking distance to shopping and dining. South Commons is just minutes away. No. of Rooms/Suites — 87/2 20 Peak Rooms $83.00 + tax No. of Meeting Rooms — 2 Max. Banquet Seating—85 Theater Conference Seating — 85/40 Internet Access Airport Shuttle Hampton Inn Columbus-North Pool & Health Club 7390 Bear Lane, 31909 Continental breakfast 706-256-2222 Comments from Hampton Inn North: Room rate includes breakfast and internet. A booking code will be provided upon a signed contract. ASA 5 MEETING PROFILE HOTEL OPTIONS HOTEL FEATURES ROOM BLOCK ROOM RATE No. of Rooms/Suites — 102 40 Peak Rooms $125.00 + tax No. of Meeting Rooms — 3 Max. Banquet Seating— 100 Theater Conference Seating — Internet Access Pool & Health Club Hampton Inn Columbus South– Fort Benning 1 Legacy Way 706-653-9455 Comments from Hampton Inn Fort Benning: Room rate includes breakfast and internet. No. of Rooms/Suites —81/47 20 Peak Rooms $99.00 + tax No. of Meeting Rooms — 1 Max. Banquet Seating— 50 Theater Conference Seating — 50 Internet Access Airport Shuttle Pool & Health Club Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Continental Breakfast Suites: Columbus-Ft Benning 3901 Victory Drive, 31903 706-507-7080 No. of Rooms/Suites —88/55 40 Peak Rooms $99.00 + tax No. of Meeting Rooms — 2 Single Max. Banquet Seating— 80 $109.00 + tax Theater Conference Seating — 100 Double Internet Access $119.00 + tax Pool & Health Club Suite Continental Breakfast Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites: Columbus at Northlake 7336 Bear Lane, 31909 706-507-7200 Comments from Holiday Inn Express Northlake: The staff at the Holiday Inn Express and Suites Columbus at Northlake is very excited to work with your group. Please contact us with any question about our hotel. When calling to make your reservation please mention the ASA Qualifier to get your special rate. ASA 6 MEETING PROFILE HOTEL OPTIONS HOTEL FEATURES ROOM BLOCK ROOM RATE No. of Rooms/Suites — 224/3 50 Peak Rooms $79.00 + tax No. of Meeting Rooms — 6 Max. Banquet Seating— 150 Theater Conference Seating — 150/90 Internet Access Dinning Room & Lounge Airport Shuttle Holiday Inn: Pool & Health Club Columbus-North I-185 2800 Manchester Expy, 31904 706-324-0231 Comments from Holiday Inn North: Room rate includes breakfast. When making your reservations ask for the Amateur Softball May Qualifier rate. No. of Rooms/Suites — 81 30 Peak Rooms $94.00 + tax No. of Meeting Rooms — 1 Max. Banquet Seating— 60 Theater Conference Seating — 60/34 Complimentary high speed internet Saltwater pool, grill area, fire pit, fitness center and buffet breakfast Home2Suites Columbus Pet friendly 1664 Whittlesey Road, 31904 706-257-6931 No. of Rooms/Suites — 77 30 Peak Rooms $79.00 + tax Internet Access Pool Continental Breakfast Home-Towne Suites Columbus 6040 Knology Way, 31909 706-561-1795 Comments from Home-Towne Suites: Hotel is an all suite property located in upscale North Columbus. 14 day cancellation policy and a 2 night minimum stay. ASA 7 MEETING PROFILE HOTEL OPTIONS HOTEL FEATURES ROOM BLOCK ROOM RATE No. of Rooms/Suites — 98/9 100 Peak Rooms $60.00 + tax No. of Meeting Rooms — 1 Theater Conference Seating — 15 Internet Access Pool Continental Breakfast La Quinta Inn & Suites Columbus State University 2919 Warm Springs Rd, 31909 706-323-4344 No. of Rooms/Suites — 177/5 100 Peak Rooms $119.00 + tax No. of Meeting Rooms — 5 Max. Banquet Seating — 100 Theater Conference Seating — 120/34 Internet Access Full Service Restaurant & Lounge Marriott Columbus Airport Shuttle 800 Front Avenue, 31901 Pool & Health Club 706-324-1800 Comments from Marriott: Hotel will create a group code for your convenience. No. of Rooms/Suites — 78 20 Peak Rooms $109.00 + tax No. of Meeting Rooms — 1 Max. Banquet Seating—40 $169.00 + tax Theater Conference Seating — 35 for 2 bed- Internet Access room suites Pool & Health Club Continental Breakfast Residence Inn Columbus 2670 Adams Farm Drive, 31909 706-494-0050 Comments from Residence Inn: Room rate includes a HOT breakfast and wifi. Property is located within walking distance of shopping and dining. Walmart nearby. Outdoor sparkling pool and a sports court for the kids. Enjoy rooms that are 50% larger than most hotel rooms.