Travel Info

Santa Fe Convention Center

The Santa Fe Convention Center is located in the heart of Santa Fe’s thriving downtown, the center is within walking distance of some of the world’s finest restaurants, museums and shopping, as well as 1,500 hotel rooms. For those who choose to stay at one of the numerous other lodging options within short driving distance, the Center will include ample underground parking.

Things to Do in and Around Santa Fe

Santa Fe is known as the "City Different," a city that embraces its natural environment unlike any other in the United States. A city whose beautiful, brown adobe architecture blends with the high desert landscape. A city that is, at the same time, one of America’s great art and culinary capitals. Santa Fe welcomes you.

Museums

There are more than 200 galleries and museums in Santa Fe reflecting the many cultures that make up the city. Get immersed in a colorful blend of pastel skies, earth-tone buildings and converging cultures unlike any other place in the world. Some of the many museums in Santa Fe are listed below. Clink the link for more information.

Dining

Dining in Santa Fe is an international experience. There are hundreds of restaurants and cafes scattered throughout the city, many of which are nationally recognized for their excellence. For more information visit www.santaferestaurants.net

Outdoors

With 320,000 acres of wilderness, you’re sure to get hooked on Santa Fe. From mountain streams to alpine lakes, there’s adventure at every turn. Hiking, biking, climbing, skiing, ...seeing is believing.

Shopping

Santa Fe is a shopper’s dream come true. With over 500 galleries and shops nestled amongst historic architecture, you’re sure to find something that’s just your style.

Santa Fe Links

The following are offsite links; you will leave this website.

Santa Fe, the "city different", lies at 6,996 feet (2,132 meters) in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains and is America’s oldest capital city, claiming a long history and a rich cultural heritage.

Founded as a capital city in 1610 by Don Pedro de Peralta, the city’s full name is La Villa Real de La Santa Fe de San Francisco de Asis. It was once claimed by the Pueblo Peoples, the Spanish Crown, Mexico, and for a while during the Civil War, by the Confederacy. In 1846, it was ceded by the Mexican Federation to the United States.

Present-day Santa Fe is internationally renowned for its contemporary, cosmopolitan sophistication. Our city is celebrated by an unsurpassed quality: ambiance. Santa Fe is famous for its culture, art, and traditions. It is home to America’s third largest art market, the Santa Fe Opera, world class dining, hundreds of quaint shops, and unlimited outdoor activities.

Weather

Santa Fe in September can be hot, up to 91°F/32°C during the day, and can drop to 45°F/7°C at night.

Dress

Santa Fe is a casual city—jeans, light-weight slacks are acceptable. Our mountain climate is subject to many changes. At night you will want a sweater or light jacket. Comfortable walking shoes or sandals are also appropriate.

Altitude

6,996 feet/2,132 meters above mean sea level means the amount of oxygen in the air may be considerably less than you are accustomed to. Give yourself time to adjust, drink lots of water (the climate is also very dry with 15-20% humidity), and remember to take deep breaths. Altitude sickness can be as mild as a slight headache or serious enough to require hospitalization.

Hotels/Registration

Blocks of rooms have been reserved at several Santa Fe hotels. You can view hotel information here.

Visa Information

A valid passport is required for entry into the United States. Please check with the United States State Department or the closest US consulate concerning visas to enter the country. See www.unitedstatesvisas.gov/obtainingvisa. If a letter of invitation to the conference would assist you in obtaining a visa, please see Visa Assistance on this website.

Most participants will arrive at the Albuquerque International Airport, which has good connections via shuttle buses to Santa Fe and to the host hotel.

Albuquerque International Airport Terminal Information

Ground Level: Bagclaim [pdf, 232k]
Upper Level: Airline Ticket Counters [pdf, 180k]
3rd Level: Security Checkpoint to Airline Gates [pdf, 272k]

Shuttles

Sandia Shuttle Express – Provides transportation from Albuquerque Inrternational Airport to Santa Fe; $23 per person one way, $43 per person round-trip; 1-888-775-5696 (toll-free); www.sandiashuttle.com

Santa Fe Shuttle – Round-trip transportation from the Albuquerque International Sunport to hotels in Santa Fe in full-size coaches equipped with bathrooms; 1-888-833-2300 (toll free); www.shuttlesantafe.com

Car Rentals

Hertz – 505-842-4235; www.hertz.com
Avis Rent a Car – 505-884-6807, 800-331-1212; www.avis.com
Alamo Rent a Car – 800-327-9633; www.alamo.com
Dollar Rent a Car – 800-800-4000; www.dollarcar.com