2007 NSTA Midwinter Meeting, January 27-31, 2007

ABOUT TUCSON

Tucson (TOO-sahn) is a growing metropolis of 900,000 that keeps getting better and better. The city's geography is a postcard image of cactus forests, rolling hills, and craggy mountains. National and State Parks and Forests ring the city. Tucson lies in the borderland, a region that blends the cultures of the United States and Mexico, and has a long history of settlement by ancient Native American peoples, Spanish explorers, and Anglo frontiersmen. The weather is mild nearly all the time, just right for all kinds of fun activities. We think you'll agree, whether you're a new visitor, just passing through, or a longtime resident re-discovering hometown treasures, Tucson is Real. Natural. Arizona.

Play outside any time of year in Tucson. Our warm, pleasant winters are perfect for outdoor fun. Come for rugged canyons to explore, mile after mile of pristine hiking and mountain bike trails and an unbelievably lush desert. Not to mention our in-your-face mountains and one awesome sunset after another. Plus, play round after round of some of the most spectacular golf you’ve experienced. Thrill your kids with an authentic Wild West experience, or an amazing tour of Kartchner Caverns. Go birding, stargazing or pamper your adventurous body and soul at one of our world-class spas.

For complete information about activities, check out their website at www.visittucson.org.

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The NSTA Midwinter Meeting will be held at Loews Ventana Canyon Resort located at 7000 North Resort Drive in Tucson, Arizona. In January, Conde Nast Traveler ranked Loews Ventana Canyon Resort as one of the top 25 resorts in North America. The property has just completed a $10 Million renovation to the hotel's 398 guest rooms, enhancing the casual desert elegance and making them the newest guest room experience in Southern Arizona.

Group room reservations may be made by calling (520) 299-2020. In order to receive the group rate, be sure to mention National School Transportation Association (NSTA).

Room rates are $219 single or double occupancy. The NSTA group rate is available during January 27-31, 2007 and a limited number of rooms are being held. Rates are available until December 29, 2006 or until the room block is full.

Tucson International Airport (TIA) is conveniently located 15 miles from downtown Tucson at 7250 S. Tucson Blvd., 85706. The following airlines fly in to Tucson International Airport:

Transportation from the Tucson airport to Loews Ventana Canyon Resort is available through Arizona Stagecoach (www.azstagecoach.com). You should make a reservation in advance and can do so on their website or by calling (520) 889-1000. Costs are $41 per person.

Rates: Charges are $4.50 flag drop, $1.80 per mile, and $20 per hour waiting time. There is no extra charge for baggage or for additional persons going to the same location.