All conference activities will be taking place at Collin County Community College – Spring Creek Campus (2800 E. Spring Creek Pkwy, Plano, TX 75074) which is located approximately XXX miles from the airport.

The EDGEucate 2009 Headquarters hotel, located approximately five miles from the College, is the Hampton Inn & Suites. We have negotiated a reduced rate of $99.00 per night for all EDGEucate 2009 conference attendees. If you’d like to take advantage of this great price, please make your housing reservations now as we have secured a limited amount of rooms. The negotiated rate is only available until October 5, 2009. If you elect to stay at the Hampton Inn & Suites, there will be complimentary shuttle service to and from the campus.

Hampton Inn & Suites – Dallas Allen
830 West Stacy Road
Allen, Texas 75013
Phone: 214-495-7667

Book now! To make your housing reservation use the online booking link (website: http://hamptoninn.hilton.com/en/hp/groups/personalized/DALANHX-EDG-20091027/index.jhtml ) or call the hotel directly 214-495-7667 to speak with a hotel representative.

Included with the $99 rate are the following complimentary amenities:

• Complimentary high-speed Internet access in guestroom and lobby area to save time and money.

• Complimentary On The House hot breakfast with over 15 different items to start each day off right.

• Complimentary local phone calls and no surcharge for long distance calls made directly with a credit card saving your company money.

• Complimentary in-room movie channel(s) to help your travelers relax and unwind while they are away from home.

• A complimentary copy of USA TODAY® in the lobby each morning to provide your travelers with information on current events.

• Complimentary coffee and tea in the lobby 24 hours a day for your travelers’ convenience.

• Hilton HHonors® loyalty program that offers your travelers both points and miles for free travel.

• Our unconditional 100% Hampton Guarantee ensures your travelers complete satisfaction. If they are not completely satisfied, we don’t expect them to pay.

Around the area:

• Conveniently located approximately 100 yards from the Hampton Inn & Suites is an authentic Mexican restaurant with a fully staffed bar.

• The Allen Premium Outlets are 20 yards from the back door of the Hotel.

Getting to the Hampton Inn & Suites:

There are several ways to get to the Hampton Inn & Suites from the airport. You may take a taxi, drive, or use the airport shuttle service. A one way taxi from DFW to the Hampton Inn & Suites costs approximately $75.00. You may also catch the shuttle which can be found in baggage claim. The cost of the shuttle is $35 one way. Though it is not necessary, if you’d like, you can pre-arrange your reservation by calling 800-BLUEVAN (258-3826). Driving directions can be found below.

Driving Directions from DFW - Take the north exit out of the Airport (Hwy 121) continue onto Hwy 121 for 30 miles (Stacy Rd), turn right onto Stacy Rd go down about 1 mile the hotel will be on the left.

Directions from Lovefield - Make a left out of the airport onto Harry Hines Blvd, make a right onto Mocking Bird Ln. Take Mocking Bird Ln to Dallas North Tollway, make a left onto the Tollway and continue north to Hwy 121. Make a right onto Hwy 121 continue on about 5 miles to Stacy Rd. Turn right onto Stacy Rd go down about 1 mile the hotel will be on the left.

Other accommodation options:

There are a couple of other hotels in the area should you choose not to stay at the Hampton Inn & Suites. Please contact each hotel directly for information on rates as we do not have negotiated room blocks at the following properties.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites – Allen
205 Central Expressway North
Allen, TX 75013

La Quinta Inn & Suites
1220 North Central Expressway
Allen, TX 75013

Hilton Garden Inn Dallas/Allen
705 Central Expressway South
Allen, TX 75013