Frequently Asked Questions.
What is the fee for bringing a dog to the conference?
There is no fee for your dog at the conference but if you stay at the Conference Host Hotel you will be charged a $50 non-refundable pet fee by the hotel.
Do I need to make a reservation for my dog?
Yes, when you know for sure that you will bring a dog and are staying at the Conference Host Hotel.
How many days is the conference?
The conference begins at 1.30 PM on Thursday, April 19th and
ends at about 5:30 PM Saturday, April 21st. Registration will be in the morning of the 19th.
Saturday evening is our awards banquet. Sunday, April 20, from 9:30 AM to 11 AM is our Annual
General Meeting.
What are the hours of registration?
Registration begins Wednesday, April 18th, from 6 PM to 8 PM and again on Thursday, April 19th from 8 AM to 1.30PM.
No on-site registrations. You MUST register & pay in full by April 12th.
What are the meals included with the conference fees?
Coffee and a light breakfast will be served in the morning. Water and sodas are available through the day. Lunch is included for each day of a three-day ticket. Lunch is also included in a one-day ticket. Welcome Reception on Thursday evening is at Sea World. Dinner and two drinks will be served there. The Saturday evening banquet dinner is included and will be served at the hotel. Friday night, you are on your own for dinner.
Is there a shuttle from the airport?
No hotel shuttle available. Contact Mears Transportation Shuttle (407) 423-5566
From airport to Doubletree $19 one-way $30 round-trip
Taxi Cabs-approx $30 one way
Is there a parking fee at the hotel?
There is a daily parking fee of $10.00.
Is there a fee for Internet service in the hotel rooms?
There is no fee for Internet service in guest rooms.
What's new at the conference?
Our 12th Anniversary Grand Opening Welcome Reception is at SeaWorld! We will leave Thursday at 3:30pm for SeaWorld! It is about a 10 minute walk across the parking lot or attendees can drive over. We will go on a “behind the scenes” private tour - about 3 hours guided by one or two SeaWorld animal experts. Included in the tour is reserved seating at one show, front line passes to two rides, and feeding stingrays or seals/sea lions. On conclusion of the tour, we move to SeaHarbor Pavilions for a buffet dinner and drinks and our Opening Reception! This is a $135 value included FREE in Full Registration!
