IDC 2009 - Logistics

The conference will be held at the Harvard Kennedy School of Government (CAMPUS MAP), which is located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA (CITY MAP).

**NOTE** Photo ID is required to enter Harvard facilities.

- PHYSICAL ADDRESS, VENUES, AND TELEPHONE NUMBER

- TRAVEL BY TAXI FROM LOGAN AIRPORT
- TRAVEL BY SUBWAY FROM LOGAN AIRPORT
- ARRIVAL AT HARVARD SQUARE STATION

- 2009 CONFERENCE HOTELS AND ACCOMODATIONS

PHYSICAL ADDRESS, VENUES, AND TELEPHONE NUMBER

JOHN F. KENNEDY SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT
Harvard University
79 John F. Kennedy Street (Harvard Square)
Cambridge, MA 02138
++ (617) 495-1100

The conference will take place in 3 buildings at the Kennedy School (CAMPUS MAP):
- Taubman Building (Registration, Friday Keynote, Saturday Breakfast/Opening Keynote, Saturday Lunch)

- Belfer Center (Registration, Panel Sessions, Coffee Breaks)

- Littauer Center (Panel Sessions, Saturday Dinner/Closing Keynote)

TRAVEL BY TAXI FROM LOGAN AIRPORT

20-30 minutes, $30-$45 (subject to change)
Yellow Cab: ++ (617)547-3000
Ambassador Brattle Cab: ++ (617)492-1100
Green Cab: ++ (617)623-6000
Union Taxi: ++ (617)661-2500
US Shuttle: ++ (617)894-3100 (door-to-door service for Logan Airport)

TRAVEL BY SUBWAY FROM LOGAN AIRPORT

(see Metropolitan Boston Transport Authority for details)
Take shuttle bus to AIRPORT subway (Blue Line)
Blue Line inbound to GOVERNMENT CENTER (four stops)
Green Line inbound to PARK STREET (one stop)
Red Line outbound, direction ALEWIFE (HARVARD is the fourth stop)

ARRIVAL AT HARVARD SQUARE STATION

Come out of the station near the Harvard News Stand, you will be facing the Harvard Coop. Head left down JFK Street towards the river. You will pass Pizzeria Uno on your left and Urban Outfitters on your right. Continue down the street for three blocks. The third block is Eliot Street and the Eliot Street Cafe (Dunkin' Donuts) is on the corner. The Kennedy School is directly across the street from the Eliot Street Cafe (Dunkin' Donuts).

CONFERENCE HOTELS AND ACCOMMODATIONS

The 2009 IDC has negotiated special group rates at two nearby hotels: The Inn at Harvard and The Charles Hotel.

The Inn At Harvard (OFFICIAL IDC HOTEL)
1201 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138
(617)491-2222
http://www.theinnatharvard.com/

This luxury 4-star hotel is located on the campus of Harvard University and is a 10-minute walk from the Kennedy School. It offers large rooms with wireless internet access, complimentary newspaper, valet parking and access to the Harvard Faculty Club.

A special rate of $199/night is available for IDC attendees on the nights of Friday, April 3rd and Saturday, April 4th. The special group rate is subject to availability.

To reserve accommodations at the Inn at Harvard:
Call the Hotel at (617) 491-2222. Booking hours are Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 6 PM, or e-mail at reservations@theinnatharvard.com
Refer to the group name Harvard International Development Conference or code 241870 to receive the Group Rate.

The Charles Hotel (OFFICIAL IDC HOTEL)
One Bennett Street, Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 864-1200
http://www.charleshotel.com/

This luxury 4-star hotel is located adjacent to the Kennedy School and only 5 minutes from the Harvard Square T-station.

A special rate of $199/night is available for IDC attendees on the nights of Friday, April 3rd and Saturday, April 4th. Rooms must be reserved by Mar. 20th, 2009 for the rate to be in effect.

To reserve accommodations at the Charles Hotel:
1) call the Hotel directly by calling (617) 864-1200 or toll free at (800) 882-1818. Booking hours are Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 7 PM and Saturday, 9 AM - 4 PM. When calling, request the group rate for the Harvard International Development Conference.

or
2) make Online Reservations:
• Go to the hotel's website www.charleshotel.com
• Click on "Book Now" in the bottom left corner of the screen
• Click on "Groups" in the bottom center of the screen
• Enter the Attendee Code: HKSIDC2009

Other Cambridge-Area Hotel Options

The Harvard Square Hotel
110 Mount Auburn Street, Cambridge, MA 02138
(617)864-5200
http://www.harvardsquarehotel.com

Located across the street from the Kennedy School, this recently refurbished hotel has 73 rooms. High speed internet is available in all rooms, parking available at an additional charge.

The Sheraton Commander
16 Garden St., Cambridge, MA
(617)547-4800
http://www.sheratoncommander.com/

Located within 10 minutes walk of the Kennedy School, this large hotel has all the traditional amenities, including high speed internet, fitness center and restaurant.

Doubletree Guest Suites Boston
400 Soldiers Field Road, Cambridge, MA 02134
Telephone: (617) 783-0090
Click to go to website

A Bed & Breakfast in Cambridge
1657 Cambridge St., Cambridge, MA 02138
(877) 994-0844 or (617) 868-7082
http://www.cambridgebnb.com/

Small historic B&B located a 15 minute walk from the Kennedy School. This option is less expensive than many of the larger hotels and includes a gourmet breakfast. There are only three rooms, however, and pets, smoking and children under 12 are not allowed. Parking available.

A Friendly Inn at Harvard Square
1673 Cambridge Street, Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 547 – 7851
http://www.afinow.com/afi/

The Friendly Inn is a 15 minute walk to the Kennedy School. Breakfast included and DSL is available in every room. Parking available.

The Irving House
24 Irving Street
Cambridge, MA 02138
Phone: (617) 547-4600
http://www.irvinghouse.com/

Located about 15 minutes from the Kennedy School, rooms include wireless internet and Continental breakfast. Handicap accessible.