Transportation

Air Transportation

The San Diego International Airport is located only 10 minutes from downtown and is serviced by 22 major and commuter airlines. For terminal and airline information call (619) 231–2100 or visit www.san.org.

SOT has established discounted rates (2%–10% depending on the airline) through American Airlines and United Airlines for travel originating in the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico. Be sure to use the following discounted reference numbers when making your reservations. You may call the airline directly using the toll free numbers listed for American or United, or provide your travel agent with the reference numbers listed to receive the discounted airfare.

• United Airlines
  Meeting ID# 530IQ
  Meetings Desk: (800) 521–4041

United is offering a 2%–10% discount off the lowest application fare for all attendees, including First Class, to the Society of Toxicology Annual Meeting. Book early and take advantage of the promotional fares that give you the greatest savings! By purchasing your ticket 30 days in advance of your scheduled travel you will receive an additional 5% discount. This special offer applies to travel on domestic segments of all United Airlines, United Express, TED, and United code share flights operated by US Airways, US Airways Express, and Air Canada. Mileage Plus members receive full credit for all miles flown to this meeting. You or your Travel Agent should call today, as seats may be limited.

You may also purchase your ticket on-line at www.united.com and receive a 10% discount off the lowest applicable fare. United will request you to enter your flight origin and destination, travel dates, and your promotion code number (5301Q) to display available flights. This special on-line offer applies to flights to or from the US only.

• American Airlines
  Starfile Number #6736AD
  Reservations: (800) 433–1790
  Travel Dates good from March 1–12
  5% discount good at the following airports: Burbank, Ontario, LA, Long Beach, Orange County (John Wayne), San Diego.

American Airlines is offering a 5% discount off the lowest application fares to the Society of Toxicology. There is a $8.00 service fee to book through the reservations number.

TQ3 Navigant Travel Services

TQ3 Navigant is the official travel management firm for SOT’s 45th Annual Meeting. To take advantage of their services and savings, call toll-free (800) 525–6061, or direct (703) 276–2030, or (703) 276–2040 Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM–5:30 PM (Eastern Standard Time), ask to speak to Niki Markun or e-mail: niki.markun@navigant.com. To obtain the maximum discounted fares, call at least 60 days prior to departure. Lower fares are still obtainable up to 14 days in advance. Please note that TQ3 Navi-gant charges a $40.00 service fee per ticket.

Before calling TQ3 Navigant, please gather the following information:

• The desired dates of arrival to and departure from San Diego
• Your home city or originating airport
• Your approximate time of departure from the originating airport
• The number of persons traveling (adults/children)
• Your method of payment, either credit card or check
• Your airline frequent flyer number(s)
• Identify yourself as a Society of Toxicology attendee. Navigant will find the best fare for you and e-mail you an itinerary.

Ground Transportation

The best form of transportation to and from the San Diego Airport are shuttles and taxis.

Shuttle Service

• Cloud 9 Shuttle
  Reservations: (800) 974–8885
  Web site Portal
  

Cloud 9 Shuttle, San Diego International Airport’s shuttle service, offers on-line reservations to and from the Airport. SOT attendees will receive a discount fare of $6.00 one-way (shared van service for 1 passenger) from the airport to all official SOT hotels when they make their shuttle reservations using the Cloud 9 Shuttle on-line reservation system. list. To make your airport shuttle reservation, visit the Cloud 9 Shuttle Web site Portal or call reservations and identify yourself with the SOT Annual Meeting. Cloud 9 Shuttle also offers charter service including sedans, limousines, and extended passenger vans.

Taxi Service

Taxis from the San Diego International Airport to downtown are approximately $8–$10 one way. Five can ride for the price of one! Taxicab stands are located at the airport, most hotels, attractions, and shopping centers. Your fare will be displayed on the meter and will include a flag drop charge plus a per-mile and/or a per-hour charge. All cabs leaving the airport charge the same rate. Rates for all other cab trips may vary from company to company.

Car Rental

• Avis
  Worldwide Discount Number: (AWD) T534999
  Reservations: (800) 331–1600

Avis is the official car rental company for the SOT Annual Meeting and special low rates have been established. Special group rates are good one week before and after the event, so you can take in the sights and explore the surroundings at your own pace. The Avis Car Rental Group Meetings & Group Sales Desk is staffed by helpful, friendly representatives who are specially trained experts at handling all your car rental needs.

Amtrak Train

• Amtrak
  Schedules & Fares: (800) USA–RAIL
  Web site: www.amtrak.com

Amtrak provides rail travel from San Diego with 11 round-trips per day to Los Angeles, continuing to Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo. The Santa Fe Depot (Amtrak) is located in the heart of downtown San Diego, within walking distance of the San Diego Convention Center, Maritime Museum, Contemporary Art Museum, Children’s Museum, Harbor Excursion cruises, Seaport Village, Horton Plaza, and the San Diego Concourse. Whether you are traveling to San Diego by rail or taking a short trip between San Diego’s three picturesque coastline stations, Amtrak offers daily service.

Bus

• Metropolitan Transit System (MTS)
  Schedules & Fares: (619) 233–3004
  Web site: www.sdcommute.com

Metropolitan Transit System, Public Transportation MTS buses, trolleys, and coasters provide convenient transportation throughout San Diego County. Travel to and from the airport, all shopping centers, attractions, beaches, hotels, and Mexico. Bus schedules differ, but most hotels and attractions have service every 15 to 20 minutes. The San Diego Trolley runs every 15 minutes throughout most of the day and 30 minutes in the evening. The North County Coaster runs 43 miles along the coast with station stops in downtown San Diego, Old Town, Solana Beach, Encinitas, Carlsbad, and Oceanside. You can also get a free trolly transfer which will take you to Tijuana. All MTS buses, trolleys and coasters are equipped with wheelchair lifts.