Host City
Madison, WisconsinFacility Locations
University of Wisconsin – Madison: Natatorium
Address: 2000 Observatory Drive
Madison WI 53706
Phone: (972) 208-5437
Parking - University of Wisconsin – Madison: Natatorium
Parking lot 62 is across the street from the Natatorium. The cost of parking is $10. A parking attendant will be stationed there. Only cash will be accepted and preference is to have exact amount. Other lots close to the Natatorium are 36, 57, 58. Unfortunately, there will not be any in or out privileges so if you leave you will have to pay again. Please refrain from parking in any other areas as your vehicle will be ticketed and towed at your expense.FOOD/DRINKS: You are allowed to bring food and drinks into the Natatorium as long as it is not consumed inside the gymnasium. There will be a lounge area near Gym#2 set up with tables and chairs. Only a limited number of campus dining establishments are open during the holiday weekend and they are located at the MEMORIAL UNION and UNION SOUTH, both are about a 15-20 minute walk from the Natatorium. The #80 bus which stops right in front of the Natatorium will take you to both locations and #80 bus . At the Memorial Union, there is the Brat Stand, Strada, Der Rathskeller, Peets Coffee and the Daily Scoop – ice cream. Plus, you’ll be just steps from the Lake. At Union South, there is Ginger Root-Asian; Urban Slice-pizza; Badger Market-sandwiches; Prairie Fire Coffeehouse, and the Daily Scoop. The #80 bus also takes you down to State Street, where there are so many food carts and restaurants to choose from. Remember the bus is FREE.
For an on campus map, go to map.wisc.edu.
Click here for the bus scheduleMonday Only
Madsion Area Technical College – Truax Campus Gymnasium
1701 Wright Street
Madison, WI 53704
608-245-2100Parking: Since school is closed for the holiday, please park in the student identified sections.
MADISON MARRIOTT WEST
1313 John Q Hammons Drive
Middleton, Wisconsin 53562
608-831-2000Rate: $ 109 per room;
Includes: Complimentary self-parking, free Wi-Fi, complimentary grab-n-go breakfast daily.
Note: A one night’s non-refundable deposit will be charged to your credit card at the time of reservation.
Minutes from downtown and the University of Wisconsin, the Madison Marriott West in Middleton offers a dynamic blend of convenience, outstanding service and welcome amenities that make your visit a delight. A luxurious, light-filled atrium hints at all that awaits: newly renovated, well-appointed guest rooms designed to meet the needs of business travelers, with free high-speed Wireless Internet access. Enjoy our Falling Water Cafe, with an eclectic American menu and stunning bar. Realizing that some attendees will be flying into the area, we provide a complimentary airport shuttle to and from Madison Regional Airport (reservations required). Finally, for those looking for a shopping experience like no other in the area, conveniently located across from our hotel is Greenway Station, with restaurants like Fuji Sushi, Biaggi’s Italiano, Fuddruckers, Johnny’s Steakhouse, Noodles and Company and more. Greenway Station – For Everything You Love.
MADISON, WISCONSIN – GETTING THERE
BEST CHOICE: Fly into (MSN) Dane County Regional Airport. It is located in where else – MADISON and is serviced by the big three: Delta, United and American Airlines. Getting in and out of the airport is extremely easy and is a 15-20 minute drive to downtown Madison and the area hotels. Check frequently and use the discount codes from United and Delta. (Fares can go from $250-$400).
ALTERNATIVE #1: Fly into Milwaukee (MKE) and drive to Madison, Wisconsin. It’s about 80-90 miles one-way (1 to 1-1/2 hr). Airfares may be $75-$125 lower than flying into Madison. (For a group of 4 or more, it may be worthwhile as you’ll be renting a car and driving anyway. But take into account the additional travel time and gas).
ALTERNATIVE #2: Fly into Chicago (ORD) and drive to Madison, Wisconsin. It’s about 125-135 miles one-way (2 to 2-1/2 hr.). Airfares may be $50-$100 lower than flying into Madison. (For a group of 4 or more, it may be worthwhile as you’ll be renting a car and driving anyway. But take into account the additional travel time and gas).
I’m sure everyone has there way of securing the lowest or best priced airfare to Madison, Wisconsin. Buying at the right time and you can save $50-$100. My suggestion is to check the airline or travel site regularly as prices are always changing. A nice site to use to track fares is GOOGLE.COM/FLIGHTS. Let them do the work and track prices for you. Any changes and they’ll email you.
We look forward to seeing all of you in Madison, Wisconsin – HERE WE COME!!!
AIRLINE TRAVEL - DISCOUNTS
We realize that one of the biggest investments you'll make outside of your time is your travel. This year we have partnered with United airlines and Delta airlines to offer discounts to our attendee's. Simply use the code to receive discounts.
UNITED AIRLINES
Reservations and ticketing are available via www.united.com. In the BOOK TRAVEL box, click onto “All Search Options”. Enter all the information to search for flights. At the bottom there is a promotions and certificates box where you will enter a code. Discount is available from 5/19/17-6/5/17.
(MSN) For Madison, Wisconsin: ZXXN842049
(MKE) For Milwaukee: ZXXY279534
(ORD) For Chicago: ZXXX392200
DELTA BOOKING CLASS PERCENTAGE OFF:
F / G / J / C / D / Y / A / P / I 10%
B / M / S / H / Q / K / L 5%
U / T / V / X 2%Reservations may also be made by calling our Delta Meeting reservations at 800-328-1111 Mon-Fri 7am-7pm CDT.
*Please note that there is a direct ticketing fee for booking through the reservation number above.
Reservations and ticketing are available via www.delta.com/meeting. Select Book A Trip and this will bring you to the Book A Flight page. Enter the meeting code NMPN2 in the box provided. Discounts are available from 5/19/17-6/5/17. Discount is available to the following airports: (MSN) Madison, Wisconsin; (MKE) Milwaukee; (ORD) Chicago O'hare.
AVIS has provided the NACBA with a nice discount for those needing rental cars. You can book directly at www.avis.com or by calling 1-800-331-1600. Please include the Avis Worldwide Discount or AWD number: D112796.
Reminder: All rentals are subject to a driver’s license check and all drivers should be 25 or older with a major credit card. Any drivers between the ages of 21-24 will incur an underage fee of $27 a day.