New Orleans, Louisiana is a melting pot of cultural diversity. From jazz music to jambalaya, New Orleans will surprise you with all it has to offer. And don't forget about that Southern hospitality — it's alive and well in New Orleans!

When making your travel and hotel arrangements, please remember the 2008 EAUC sessions will begin at 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, April 8. Attendees should plan to arrive the day before to relax at the hotel and attend the Esker-sponsored Welcome Reception on Monday evening, where you can pick up your conference badge and materials. The Conference will conclude with the Gala Party the evening of Thursday, April 10.

Suggested travel itinerary:
Arrival: Monday, April 7 in the afternoon
Departure: Friday, April 11 in the morning

The Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) is located approximately 11 miles from the French Quarter. Ground transportation options include:

Taxicabs: A cab ride from the airport to the French Quarter for one or two persons is $28 and $12.00 (per passenger) for three or more passengers. Pick-up is on the lower level, outside the baggage claim area. A $1 fuel surcharge added to total fare.

Airport Shuttle: Shuttle service is available from the airport to all downtown hotels, including Hotel Monteleone, for $13 per person one-way or $26 per person round-trip. A $2 fuel surcharge added to total fare. For more details or to make a reservation, call 1-866-596-2699.

Rental Cars: Arrangements can be made with the rental car company of your choice by contacting them directly. Valet parking is available at Hotel Monteleone for $30 per day, per vehicle as space permits. Parking is not guaranteed. For conference attendees traveling by air, we recommend that you consider not renting a vehicle as taxicabs are readily available at the hotel.

Driving Directions:

From Mississippi, Alabama, etc.: Head I-10 West toward Baton Rouge. Exit Orleans Ave./Vieux Carre (235A). Proceed down ramp and turn left at the light onto Orleans Ave. Continue on Orleans Ave under Interstate. Orleans Ave. becomes Basin Street. Continue on Orleans/Basin for .6 miles. Turn left on Conti Street. Continue six blocks (.5 miles), turn right on Decatur Street, then right on Bienville St. You will see the garage for Hotel Monteleone on your left side approximately 2 blocks down.

From Airport, Baton Rouge, Texas, etc.: Head I-10 East toward New Orleans Business District and Slidell. Exit Superdome/Poydras Street (Exit 234B). Proceed down ramp and continue straight for 8 blocks, staying in left hand lane. Turn left onto Camp Street and continue 4 blocks to Canal Street (a big 2-way Boulevard). Cross over Canal Street which turns into Chartres Street (in the French Quarter). Go 2 blocks on Chartres St and turn left on Bienville Street. Halfway down the street, you will see the garage entrance for Hotel Monteleone on the left.