Travel Information

Come back beginning in June for information on the  2014 Conference in San Francisco, meanwhile enjoy a retrospective look at the 2013 Conference in Anaheim.
 

About Anaheim
Airline Travel
Driving Directions
Transportation and Services
Special OFC/NFOEC Discounts
Special Promotions
International Letter of Invitation

About Anaheim, California

Experience much more than just the Conference!

Popularly recognized as the "OC," Orange County is a world-class visitor destination in the center of Southern California fun. Located between Los Angeles and San Diego OC's second largest city, Anaheim is the perfect starting point for your OC adventures.

You'll find plenty of things to see and do: inviting beaches, unparalleled shopping and entertainment, trendy restaurants, sexy nightlife, championship golf, lively art districts, beautiful historic landmarks and the ultimate family attractions.

Warm sunshine, swaying palm trees and breathtaking ocean views create a relaxed lifestyle where shorts, sandals and sunglasses are always in season.

• Visit the Anaheim Orange County Visitor & Convention Bureau
• Anaheim Travel Video – Travel Channel
• Anaheim Walking on Sunshine Video

Need things to do? Where to eat? What to see? Check out the Anaheim Orange County Visitor and Convention Bureau Website for Special Deals and Promotions:

Anaheim Convention Center – Largest Convention Center on the West Coast
800 West Katella Avenue, Anaheim, CA 92802

At 1.6 million square feet of total space, the Anaheim Convention Center is the largest convention center on the entire west coast.  Located in the heart of the Anaheim Resort District, which includes the Disneyland® Park, Disney California Adventure, Downtown Disney and Anaheim GardenWalk, the Anaheim Convention Center is within walking distance of 12,000 hotel rooms and is easily accessible from three major Southern California Freeways.

Resort Walking Map 
Dining Map 
Resort Map

Weather

The average temperature in Anaheim is 70 degrees. The average annual rainfall is 10-14 inches. Approximately 70% of days are bright and sunny! Summers are moderate to hot with cool evenings. Winters are mild with little rain. From beaches and outdoor recreation to exciting events and dining al fresco, the OC has plenty of ways to enjoy the year-round climate.

March Weather in Anaheim
Average High Temperature: 73 °F / 23°C
Average Low Temperature: 51 °F / 11°C

For the most current weather forecast, please visit here.

Electricity

Standard 120v/60Hz voltage electricity is used in the United States. More information on international electricity.

Currency

The US Dollar (USD) is the currency of the United States. Credit cards are widely accepted; VISA and MASTERCARD are the most popular. Traveler’s checks are accepted at currency exchanges or banks, but are not as widely accepted. For the latest currency exchange, click here.

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Special Discounts for OFC/NFOEC Attendees

Airline Discount

American Airlines is the official airline for the 2013 OFC/NFOEC Conference. You may visit the American Airlines website at www.aa.com to search for available flights and use the authorization code 8133BY to receive your discount. You must use the official OFC/NFOEC authorization code to receive the discount.

Delta Airlines is offering discounted flights. Visit www.delta.com, select Book a Trip, and click on Meeting Event Code near the bottom of the window that pops up. On the next window, enter the Meeting Event Code NMEEF to receive your discount.

Car Rental

Avis Rent-a-Car is pleased to offer low rates with unlimited mileage to participants attending OFC/NFOEC. For reservations call +1.800.331.1600 and refer to Avis Worldwide Discount # D004076. Reservations may also be made on the Avis website or by phone (World Wide Telephone Numbers).

SuperShuttle

SuperShuttle is the nation's leading shared-ride airport shuttle, providing door-to-door ground transportation and provides service to and from 28 major airports in 23 cities. SuperShuttle is pleased to offer a 10% roundtrip discount to participants attending OFC/NFOEC. Please refer to the Discount #CQAFL. Discounted reservations may be made on the Super Shuttle website or by phone, +1.800.258.3826.

Click here to go to the SPECIAL PROMOTIONS page!

Housing

Visit our OFC/NFOEC Housing page for the special discounts on hotels.

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Airline Travel

When you want to travel to Anaheim, CA, you can't get any more convenient than John Wayne Airport Orange County (airport code: SNA). A mere 20 minutes from Anaheim, this airport gets you closest to all the great things to do in the city, whether you're going to Disneyland, the beach or an event at the Anaheim Convention Center.

John Wayne Airport Orange County
18601 Airport Way
Santa Ana, CA 92707
+1 949.252.5200

While some airports can be difficult to navigate, SNA operates only one main passenger terminal: the Thomas F. Riley Terminal. This passenger terminal is separated into Terminal A and Terminal B, with departures on the upper level of both terminals and arrivals on the lower level. SNA services several commercial airlines, including but not limited to:

• American Airlines
• Southwest Airlines
• Continental Airlines
• Frontier Airlines
• United Airlines
• Delta

Other Airports

Los Angeles International Airport - When you need to get to Anaheim from any location in the world, then Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the number one choice. As the fifth busiest airport in the world, LAX takes you to more domestic and international destinations than any other airport in the area. And because of its size, LAX airport offers a multitude of shops and services.  If you’re traveling to Anaheim and you want the most airline choices and the most services, consider LAX.

LA/Ontario International Airport - If you’re looking for a great alternative to the other airports that serve Anaheim and the greater Orange County area, there’s the Ontario International Airport in Ontario, California. It is also known by the name LA/Ontario International Airport or by its code, ONT. As the third largest airport in the immediate Anaheim area, ONT offers a number of domestic and international flights to a number of destinations.

Long Beach Airport - Long Beach Airport (LGB) may technically be in Los Angeles County, but it’s still extremely convenient to Anaheim and to all of Orange County. This airport provides an easier airport experience than its larger neighbor, Los Angeles International Airport.

Airport Location Map

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Driving Directions to the Anaheim Convention Center

 
FROM POINTS NORTH

• Take I-5 South.
• Take the HARBOR BLVD. exit.
• Keep RIGHT at the fork in the ramp.
• Merge onto S. HARBOR BLVD.
• Cross W. Katella Ave.
• Turn RIGHT onto CONVENTION WAY.
• Anaheim Convention Center is straight ahead.

 
FROM POINTS SOUTH

• Take I-5 North.
• Take the KATELLA AVE. exit toward DISNEY WAY.
• Turn SLIGHT LEFT onto ANAHEIM WAY.
• Turn LEFT (west) onto E. KATELLA AVE. (becomes W. Katella Ave.)
• Turn LEFT onto S. HARBOR BLVD.
• Turn RIGHT onto CONVENTION WAY.
• Anaheim Convention Center is straight ahead.

 
FROM POINTS EAST

• Take CA-91 West.
• Merge onto CA-57 South toward SANTA ANA.
• Take the KATELLA AVE. exit.
• Turn RIGHT (west) onto E. KATELLA AVE. (becomes W. Katella Ave.)
• Turn LEFT onto S. HARBOR BLVD.
• Turn RIGHT onto CONVENTION WAY.
• Anaheim Convention Center is straight ahead.

 
FROM LOS ANGELES INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (LAX) BY CAR

• Head East on WORLD WAY/CENTER WAY.
• Take the CA-1 S/SEPULVEDA BLVD SOUTH ramp toward I-105.
• Keep LEFT at the fork in the ramp.
• Stay straight to go onto ramp.
• Merge onto S SEPULVEDA BLVD/CA-1 S.
• Take the I-105 E/IMPERIAL HWY WEST ramp toward IMPERIAL TERMINAL.
• Merge onto I-105 E toward NORWALK.
• Merge onto I-605 N.
• Merge onto I-5 S toward SANTA ANA.
• Take the HARBOR BLVD. exit.
• Keep RIGHT at the fork in the ramp.
• Merge onto S. HARBOR BLVD.
• Cross W. Katella Ave.
• Turn RIGHT onto CONVENTION WAY.
• Anaheim Convention Center is straight ahead.

 
FROM JOHN WAYN AIRPORT (SNA – ORANGE COUNTY) BY CAR

• Head Northeast on AIRPORT WAY toward DEPARTING FLIGHTS.
• Stay straight to go onto ARRIVING FLIGHTS.
• Turn SLIGHT LEFT onto AIRPORT ARRIVALS.
• Turn SLIGHT LEFT onto AIRPORT WAY.
• Turn SLIGHT RIGHT onto AIRPORT EXIT/AIRPORT WAY.
• Take the exit.
• Merge onto CA-55 N.
• Merge onto I-5 N toward LOS ANGELES.
• Take the KATELLA AVE exit toward DISNEY WAY.
• Turn SLIGHT LEFT onto ANAHEIM WAY.
• Turn LEFT (west) onto E. KATELLA AVE. (becomes W. Katella Ave.)
• Turn LEFT onto S. HARBOR BLVD.
• Turn RIGHT onto CONVENTION WAY.
• Anaheim Convention Center is straight ahead.

 
FROM LONG BEACH AIRPORT BY CAR

• Head South on E DONALD DOUGLAS DR. toward PARKING/PASSENGER PICK UP.
• Turn RIGHT onto N LAKEWOOD BLVD./CA-19.
• Turn LEFT onto E WILLOW ST.
• Merge onto I-405 S.
• Take CA-22 E toward GARDEN GROVE.
• Take the exit toward HARBOR BLVD. SOUTH.
• Merge onto TRASK AVE.
• Turn LEFT onto HARBOR BLVD.
• Turn LEFT onto CONVENTION WAY.
• Anaheim Convention Center is straight ahead.

FROM ONTARIO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT BY CAR

• Head South on TOWER ST. toward LINDSAY PRIVADO DR.
• TOWER ST. becomes JURUPA ST.
• Turn RIGHT onto S. ARCHIBALD AVE.
• Merge onto CA-60 W toward LOS ANGELES.
• Take CA-57 S toward SANTA ANA.
• Take the KATELLA AVE. exit.
• Turn RIGHT (west) onto E. KATELLA AVE. (becomes W. Katella Ave.)
• Turn LEFT onto S. HARBOR BLVD.
• Turn RIGHT onto CONVENTION WAY.
• Anaheim Convention Center is straight ahead.

 
Printable Directions to the Anaheim Convention Center

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Transportation and Services

John Wayne/Orange County Airport (Approximate rates to & from Anaheim)
Shuttle Services: starting at $10 per person/one way
Disneyland Resort Express Bus: $17 per person/one way ($27 round trip).
Taxi: metered rates, ranging from $45-$75 per car or van load/one way.
Rental Car, Van or SUV: $50-$95 per car/daily. Limousine Service: approx. $115.00.
Town car or SUV: approx. $85

Los Angeles International Airport (Approximate rates to & from Anaheim)
Shuttle Services: starting at $16 per person/one way.
Disneyland Resort Express Bus: $22 per person/one way ($32 round trip).
Taxi: metered rates, ranging from $90-$130 per car or van load/one way.
Rental Car, Van or SUV: $50-$130 per car or van/daily.
Limousine Service: approx. $160.
Town car or SUV: approx. $100

Long Beach (Approximate rates to & from Anaheim)
Shuttle Services: starting at $35 for the first person + $9-10 each additional person/one way.
Taxi: metered rates, ranging from $50-$80 per car or van/one way
Rental Car, Van or SUV: $75-$100 per car or van/daily.
Limousine Service: approx. $110, per car/one way.
Town car or SUV: approx. $90

Ontario International Airport (Approximate rates to & from Anaheim)
Shuttle Services: starting at $43 for the first person + $9-10 each additional person/one way.
Taxi: metered rates, ranging from $95-$135 per car or van/one way.
Rental Car, Van or SUV: $45-$95 per car or van/daily.
Limousine Service: approx. $170.
Town car or SUV: approx. $110.

Taxi Information

John Wayne/Orange County Airport
Taxi Cabs and vans are always available in the Ground Transportation Center. Look for coordinators who can assist you with you ground transportation needs.
John Wayne Airport Yellow Cab Service: +1 800.535.2211

Meter rate:	$2.95 first 1/4 mile plus $0.65 per additional 1/4 mile
Wait fee:	$30.00 per hour (prorated $0.50 per minute)
Flat rates to destinations may be provided upon request. Approximate Rates to Anaheim: Metered rates, ranging from $45-$75 per car or van load/one way.
* Fares are subject to change

Los Angeles International Airport

Taxis can be found curbside on the Lower/Arrival Level islands in front of each terminal under the yellow sign indicating Taxis. Passengers will be presented with a ticket stating typical fares to major destinations.
Approximate Rates to Anaheim: Metered rates, ranging from $90-$130 per car or van load/one way.

Taxi Companies servicing LAX

Bus and Rail Information

OCTA Bus

The Orange County Transit Authority (OCTA) operates the bus system in the Anaheim/Orange County area. There are approximately 77 bus routes and 6,200 bus stops countywide including local community and express routes and service to local Metrolink stations. For detailed schedule information, please refer to the OCTA Bus Service Page.

Local bus service is provided by Orange County Transportation Authority. OCTA can be reached at +1 714.636.RIDE (7433) or www.octa.net/busrail.

The following bus routes have stops near the Anaheim Convention Center (ACC):
Route 50 Long Beach – Anaheim via Katella Ave.: stops on W. Katella Ave. between S. Harbor Blvd. & West St., short walk South to Anaheim Convention Center entrance.
Route 205 Laguna Hills – Anaheim: stops on W. Katella Ave. between S. Harbor Blvd. & West St., short walk South to Anaheim Convention Center entrance.
Route 430 Anaheim Metrolink/Amtrak Station – Anaheim Resort: stops at S. Harbor & W. Katella Ave., and also stops at West St. & W. Katella Ave., short walk South to ACC.

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Amtrak

Amtrak, a nationwide rail service, provides convenient and affordable passenger rail service in the Anaheim/Orange County area.  Eleven trains daily serve Anaheim, Fullerton, Irvine, Santa Ana and San Juan Capistrano. For more information on Amtrak service, please refer to the Amtrak partner listing.

The nearest train stations are located in Irvine, Santa Ana and Tustin, all approximately 10 miles from John Wayne Airport. The closest Greyhound stop is located in the Santa Ana train Station.

Amtrak - +1 800.872.7245
Greyhound - +1 800.231.2222
Metro (LA County - +1 800.266.6883
Metrolink - +1 800.371.5465

Metrolink

Metrolink is Southern California's rail system and provides meeting and convention attendees easy access to major activity centers. OCTA operates the Orange County portion of the Metrolink and has 11 stations offering 42 round trips every weekday on three lines. For more information on Metrolink, please refer to the OCTA Metrolink Service Page.

Anaheim Resort Transit (ART)

Part of the Anaheim Transportation Network, the Anaheim Resort Transit (ART) is the transportation system for the residents, employees and guests of the City of Anaheim and the greater Anaheim Resort area, including the cities of Anaheim, Garden Grove and Orange. ART's frequent service with sixteen interchangeable routes allows for easy access and convenient connections.

For more information on ART, please refer to the Anaheim Transportation Network partner listing.

Rental and Shuttle Information

John Wayne/Orange County Airport Rental Car Information

On-site rental car companies offer convenient services at the Terminal. Their rental car counters are located on the Arrival (lower) Level, between Terminals A and B, right across from the statue of John Wayne. The rental car return is located on the lower level of Parking Structures A2 and B2 accessible from the Ground Transportation Center. Off-site rental car companies are licensed to pick up passengers from the terminal and shuttle them to their off-site locations.

John Wayne/Orange County Airport Shuttle Information

Shuttles are located on the Arrival (lower) Level in the Ground Transportation Center. Look for coordinators who can assist you with your ground transportation needs.

Los Angeles International Airport Rental Car Information

Parking

Parking is available at and near the Anaheim Convention Center.

1. Please contact the Convention Center at +1 714.765.8950 for the current daily parking rate.  Note that vehicles in excess of 20 feet in length will be charged twice the daily rate per entry and must be parked in designated spaces.  Total length of vehicle cannot exceed 40 feet.
2. The Convention Center accepts the following payment types:
   • Cash
   • Master Card (credit)
   • Visa (credit)
3. The parking fee is surrendered upon entering the parking lot and is not transferable.
4. The parking ticket is valid for one entry only and is not valid for in and out parking.
5. Speed limit is 5 m.p.h.
6. Please observe all overhead structure clearance signs.
7. Please park in marked parking spaces only (Anaheim Municipal Code 14.32.170).
8. Backing into parking spaces is not permitted (Anaheim Municipal Code 14.32.176).
9. Overnight parking of any vehicle is prohibited (Anaheim Municipal Code 14.32.160).
10. The selling, the soliciting of sales, demonstrations of equipment, and using handbills in parking lots and parking structures is prohibited (Anaheim Municipal Code 7.24.060).

Anaheim Convention Center Parking Guidelines
Anaheim Convention Center Parking Guide

 

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