[Ace-2018] ACE 2018: Logistics, Directions, Maps, etc. PLEASE READ.

Wed Apr 25 11:32:42 PDT 2018

Dear ACE 2018 Programmatic Workshop Participant,

   Please find below some useful logistical information. Feel free to contact me at my cell (301-580-2997) if you have any questions upon arrival.

   As most of you are aware, we are not able to pay for refreshments during breaks with NASA funds. In order to defer these costs (which otherwise will come out of the pocket of the workshop organizers) we are requesting the following contributions:

  *   For those attending Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday: $60 (PayPal<https://www.paypal.me/ACECoffeeNSnacks/60>)
  *   For those attending Tuesday and Wednesday only: $35 (PayPal<https://www.paypal.me/ACECoffeeNSnacks/35>)
  *   For those attending Monday or Tuesday only: $25 (PayPal<https://www.paypal.me/ACECoffeeNSnacks/25>)

   Please use PayPal links above to make your payment before arrival. Otherwise, please bring cash to the registration desk.

    Have a safe trip.

         Arlindo

HOTEL ADDRESS AND TELEPHONE

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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Washington DC - Silver Spring

8727 Colesville Road
Silver Spring, Maryland 20910<https://www.google.com/maps/place/8727+Colesville+Rd,+Silver+Spring,+MD+20910/@38.998322,-77.0285106,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x89b7c8b0bd131791:0x2cd6601629ade823!8m2!3d38.998322!4d-77.0263166>

Tel: +1-301-589-5200
Fax: +1-301-563-3832

See below for directions and local map.

PARKING AT HOTEL

The hotel only offers paid valet parking ($15/day or $20 overnight). There also several Public Parking facilities in the vicinity of the hotel. The closest one is the Town Square Garage<https://www.google.com/maps/place/Town+Square+Garage+(Garage+61)/@38.9970921,-77.0276148,18z/data=!4m8!1m2!2m1!1sparking!3m4!1s0x0:0xe09cce42d932201d!8m2!3d38.9978371!4d-77.0250721> about 1 block from the hotel at 786 Ellsworth Dr.

GROUP DINNER

On Tuesday May 1st 7PM we are planning a group dinner at the Masa Hibachi Steakhouse & Sushi restaurant<http://www.masajapanese.com/> located at 921 J Ellsworth Dr, Silver Spring, MD<https://www.google.com/maps/place/Masa+Hibachi+Steakhouse+%26+Sushi/@38.9957677,-77.0300418,17z/data=!3m1!5s0x89b7c8ba3cf57dab:0x7edf0a3a1e5ce1b0!4m5!3m4!1s0x89b7c8ba3e5b4007:0x3453e928f341b80c!8m2!3d38.9962639!4d-77.0266944> 20910 in downtown Silver Spring (see local map below). You should have received a separate e-mail yesterday asking you to register for the Group Dinner. Please register at your earliest convenience as we need a headcount to finalize the reservation.  Follow this link<https://goo.gl/forms/fPesytN1Pe99xGeG2> to register: https://goo.gl/forms/fPesytN1Pe99xGeG2

OTHER RESTAURANT RECOMMENDATIONS

There are a number of restaurants and eateries at walking distance from the hotel. Some recommendations are attached.

DIRECTIONS<http://doubletree3.hilton.com/en/hotels/maryland/doubletree-by-hilton-hotel-washington-dc-silver-spring-DCASSDT/maps-directions/index.html> TO HOTEL

From Washington DC:
By car: Take 16th St. NW heading North for 6 miles. Make a right on to Colesville Road. The hotel is located five blocks up on the right at the intersection of Colesville Road and Spring St.

From the Capitol Beltway (495):
By car: Exit 30/30B Colesville Road (Route 29 South) - 1 mile South as you enter downtown Silver Spring, The hotel is on the left, at the corner of Colesville and Spring St.

From Union Station (AmTrak):
Take RED line metro toward Glenmont. Exit at Silver Spring Station. Walk to hotel (0.3 mi, ~9 min)

From Washington National Airport (DCA):
By Metro: Take YELLOW line to Gallery Place/Chinatown. Change to RED line toward Glenmont. Exit at Silver Spring Station. Walk to hotel (0.3 mi, ~9 min)
By car: George Washington Parkway to Beltway (I-495) North, Exit 30B-Colesville Road South 3 miles.
Distance from Hotel: 11 mi.
Drive Time: 30 min.
TYPE

TYPICAL MINIMUM CHARGE

Courtesy Bus

Has Airport Shuttle

Limousine

75.00 USD

Rental Car

Call Hotel for information

Subway/Rail

3.00 USD

Taxi

45.00 USD

From Baltimore/Washington International (BWI)
By car: 95 South to I-495 West, Exit 30B - Colesville Road 2 miles South.
Distance from Hotel: 25 mi.
Drive Time: 45 min.
TYPE

TYPICAL MINIMUM CHARGE

Bus Service

30.00 USD

Limousine

75.00 USD

Taxi

60.00 USD

From: Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Dulles Toll Road to I-495 East to Exit 30B, Colesville Road, South 2 Miles.
Distance from Hotel: 25 mi.
Drive Time:45 min.
TYPE

TYPICAL MINIMUM CHARGE

Bus Service

35.00 USD

Limousine

75.00 USD

Rental Car

Call Hotel for information

Taxi

65.00 USD

LOCAL MAP

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HOTEL INFORMATION<http://doubletree.hilton.com/en/dt/groups/personalized/D/DCASSDT-SAI-20180429/index.jhtml?WT.mc_id=POG>

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Washington DC - Silver Spring

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Our DoubleTree hotel in Silver Spring, MD is located near a lively entertainment district, the Metro Red Line commuter rail, and Interstate 495/Capital Beltway. Walk or take our hotel shuttle to the restaurants, shops and entertainment venues in downtown Silver Spring, or ride the Metro commuter train – only two blocks away – to Washington DC.

Discover Silver Spring’s pedestrian-friendly downtown. The hotel is close to the American Film Institute's Silver Theater, Round House Theatre, Discovery Communications, FDA, NOAA, Howard University, NIH and Walter Reed. Stay within 45 minutes of Washington National Airport and the Baltimore/Washington International Airport and Washington Dulles International Airport.

The DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Washington DC-Silver Spring features modern guest rooms and suites, each with complimentary WiFi, work desks and natural stone bathrooms. Upgrade to a suite for a deluxe private room, separate living area, and walk-in closet. Maintain your exercise routine in our heated indoor pool and fully equipped fitness center.

Dine on contemporary American cuisine at the new Savor Restaurant at our Silver Spring, MD hotel. Unwind in Savor Lounge with cocktails and small plates in a stylish setting or indulge in Italian cuisine at Sergio’s Italian restaurant, part of the city's culinary landscape since 1982.

The DoubleTree hotel in Silver Spring, MD provides over 20,000 sq. ft. of newly renovated meeting space, perfect for social gatherings, conferences and weddings. Our flexible meeting space and urban location near three airports and the DC metro makes this DoubleTree the perfect location for your next event.
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  Arlindo M. da Silva, Jr.
  NASA/Goddard Space Flight Center
  Global Modeling and Assimilation Office
  Code 610.1        Greenbelt, MD 20771
  Office: (301) 614-6174
  Cell: (301) 580-2997

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