Travel Information

School Building Expo has reserved a limited number of rooms at the Hilton Pittsburgh. Reservations can be made by calling the hotel directly. Be sure to mention the discount code, School Building Expo, to receive the rate of of $169. Make your reservations early as rooms fill up quickly. The discounted rate expires Friday, May 1, 2009 and rooms are available on a first come first served basis.

Hotel:	Address:	Contact:	Rate:	Block Code:	Discount Deadline:	Notes:
Hilton Pittsburgh	600 Commonwealth Place Pittsburgh, PA 15222	1-412-391-4600 1 800 HILTONS (1.800.445.8667)	$169	School Building Expo	May 1, 2009	Room Block Dates: June 1-3 Rate honored 3 days pre/post block based upon availability

Hilton Pittsburgh
600 Commonwealth Place, Pittsburgh, PA
The Hilton Pittsburgh hotel is ideally located downtown and adjacent to Point State park and Pittsburgh's famed Three Rivers. It is also a leisurely walk or short bus ride from the Convention Center. During your stay you will enjoy one of the recently renovated guest rooms with amenities including ergonomically designed work areas, complimentary wireless high speed internet access, business center, fitness room, and room service.

Jet Blue Discount
Jet Blue is offering a special rate for School Building Expo 2009. Save 5% on the lowest available fare simply by booking online using the information below: To receive the special rate use the link and discount below and be sure to travel during the applicable dates.

Link: www.jetblue.com/promo
Code: SBX2009
Discount: 5%
Valid Cities: Any City to Pittsburgh, PA (PIT)
Travel Dates: Outbound: 05/30/09 - 06/02/09
Return: 06/03/09 - 06/06/09
Promo Valid: through 06/02/09

To and From the David L. Lawrence Convention Center:
Walking: The Convention Center is a 15 minute walk from the Hilton Pittsburgh and many other downtown hotels.
Shuttle Busses: SBX will provide shuttle busses to and from the Hilton Pittsburgh during the 3 days of the event.
Parking: There are several parking lots with in a 15 minute walk of the Convention Center with rates ranging from $8.75 to 12.75 per day. For a parking map and garage rates visit the Pittsburgh Parking Authority.

Weather in Pittsburgh:
Early June is a great time of year to visit Pittsburgh. With an average temperature of of 70° you will be able to comfortably walk around the city. However, June in Pittsburgh is a transition moth, with cooler nights and a higher chance of rain. Pack a jacket, light sweater, and umbrella, just in case!