May 19-22, 2008, Midwest Airlines Center, Milwaukee, WI
Driving Directions | Downtown Milwaukee Parking
Thanks to its prime location in the middle of the country, Milwaukee is easily accessible by plane, train and automobile.
 The City of Milwaukee is within a day's drive to over one-third of the United States. Interstates 94 and 43 are the main arteries servicing Milwaukee and are some of the most accessible in the country. Click here to see drive times to Milwaukee. There are over 14,000 parking spaces within walking distance of the Midwest Airlines Center, where the conference will be held. The average price to park for the day is $10.
General Mitchell International Airport is 10 minutes from downtown Milwaukee, is efficient and easy to use, and offers 12 airlines and competitive fares. Airlines include Midwest Airlines, Northwest Airlines, AirTrain Airways, Continental Express, Delta Airlines, Frontier Airlines, United Express, American Eagle, Comair, Air Canada, US Airways/America West and USA 3000. Click here to see air times to Milwaukee.
Another option, if you encounter schedule/pricing challenges, is to fly into Chicago's O'Hare Airport (generally cheaper, since it's a hub) and then rent a car for the 90 minute drive north to Milwaukee. Or you
can take the bus - Coach USA-Wisconsin has a shuttle from O'Hare (Midway as well) to downtown Milwaukee. See below for details.
Amtrak connects to all points across the nation offering attendees an affordable and easy travel alternative to the City of Milwaukee. The Amtrak station is conveniently located in the heart of downtown, just two blocks from the conference hotels and convention center.
PCA America is pleased to offer the following transportation discounts for conference attendees.
By Air:
Midwest Airlines - We have partnered with Midwest Airlines as our official airline carrier for the 2008 conference. Midwest Airlines will provide PCA America National Conference attendees and exhibitors traveling to and from Milwaukee a 12% discount for tickets purchased at www.midwestairlines.com at least 90 days in advance of travel; 10% discount off any published fare if ticket is purchased 60 days in advance; 6% discount off any published fare (provided all fare restrictions are met). Click here to see Midwest Airlines' route map.
When booking airline ticket please use the following
discount code: CMZ1577
There are three convenient purchase options:
- Online: Visit www.midwestairlines.com and type the above code in the promo code box (bonus Midwest Miles offered for online bookings).
- Phone: Call Midwest Airlines at 800.452.2022 and provide the code to reservation agent.
- Travel Agent: Purchase ticket through a travel agent, provide them with the following information (as mentioned above) for ticketing or have them call the Midwest reservations department at 800.452.2022.
Northwest Airlines will provide PCA America National Conference attendees and exhibitors traveling to and from Milwaukee a 12%
discount for tickets purchased 30 + days in advance of travel; 10% discountoff any fare 29 days in advance of travel on unrestricted and refundable
ticket purchases only or 7% discount off any fare 30 + days in at advance of
travel; 5% discount off any fare 29 days in advance of travel on application
published fares. You may book reservations by calling 1.800.328.1111. Give
the reservationists this discount code: NMDBT.
In order to take advantage of this discount you must call 1-800-328-1111.
By Train:
Amtrak will offer attendees a 10% discount off the lowest available fare to Milwaukee, WI between the following dates: May 16-25, 2008.
When booking train ticket please use the following
discount code: X86P-920
- Online: Visit www.amtrak.com and type the above code in the promo code box.
- Phone: Call Amtrak at 800.872.7245 and provide the code to reservations agent.
- Travel Agent: Purchase ticket through a travel agent, provide them with the following information (as mentioned above) for ticketing or have them call the Amtrak reservations department at 800.872.7245.
By Car:
Avis Rent A Car is one of the car rental agencies for the conference. As attendees of PCA National Conference you are eligible to receive discounted weekend and weekday rates for any class of car May 12-28, 2008. Discounts will vary based on time of rental and type of vehicle.
Rates do not include any state or local surcharges, tax, optional coverages or gas refueling charges. Renter must meet Avis' age, driver and credit requirements.
When booking car rental please use the following
discount code: D086359
- Online: Visit www.avis.com and type the above code in the promo code box.
- Phone: Call Budget at 800.331.1600 and provide the code to reservation agent.
Budget Rent A Car System, Inc. is another one of the car rental agencies for the conference. As attendees of PCA America's National Conference you are eligible to receive discounted weekend and weekday rates for any class of car May 12-28, 2008. Discounts will vary based on time of rental and type of vehicle.
Rates do not include any state or local surcharges, tax, optional coverages or gas refueling charges. Renter must meet Budget's age, driver and credit requirements.
When booking car rental lease use the following
discount code: U078629
- Online: Visit www.budget.com and type the above code in the promo code box.
- Phone: Call Budget at 800.772.3773 and provide code to reservation agent.
By Shuttle Bus:
Coach USA-Wisconsin Coach Lines Only able to fly into Chicago Airports? Well we have 1 more option for you to get to Milwaukee. Coach USA has a daily service from both Chicago O'Hare and Midway Airports to downtown Milwaukee (5th Street just north of St. Paul). No reservations required. Schedule operates everyday of the year. Prices and schedules subject to change without notice. For more information please call 877.3.AIRPORTS (877.324.7767) or visit their website at www.wisconsincoach.com
Coach USA-Wisconsin Coach Lines-Airport Express Daily Service to O'Hare, Midway and Mitchell Airports (PDF)
By Ferry on Lake Michigan:
Lake Express Ferry from Muskegon, MI to Milwaukee, WI. You will be able to bring your car with you to Milwaukee! Visit their website for details and cost. www.lake-express.com
Airport Shuttle:
Go Airport Connection will shuttle you between Milwaukee's General Mitchell International Airport and downtown Milwaukee hotels. The cost is $12 one way or $20 roundtrip per person when using the following promotional code PCAA08. For your convenience please book your reservation on line by clicking on the following link. CLICK HERE TO BOOK YOUR GROUND TRANSPORTATION or call 800.236.5450 to arrange your transportation. Please give the representative the promotional code PCAA08. There will always be professional, friendly representatives available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Questions about transportation discounts? Contact Greer Thornton at gthornton@preventchildabuse.org or 312.334.6817.
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