Conference Travel & Logistics

» Travel

Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) is the nearest airport to Chapel Hill (approximately 20 miles from campus), and is served by most major carriers. Unfortunately there is no airport-hotel shuttle service. Taxi fare is about USD$35 each way.

» Hotel

A block of rooms has been reserved at the beautiful Carolina Inn for ICNS participants at the special conference rate of USD$164 per night ($179 for smoking). Make your reservation online by following this link or call 1-800-962-8519. The code for the special conference rate at the Carolina Inn is 'ANS' (not: 'AANS'). To view pictures of the Carolina Inn and explore their website, visit them at http://www.carolinainn.com/.

Budget accommodations are available at nearby Granville Towers, a private student dorm. The room rate (including bed linens) is $39.50 per person/night. If you wish to stay at Granville Towers, please contact Dan Thornton (dan_thornton@unc.edu) prior to May 15 with your arrival and departure dates, and he will make the arrangements.

Another (more expensive) option is the new Franklin Hotel on Franklin Street. It is a 10-15 minute walk from the Franklin Hotel to the Global Education Center. For more information or to book a room, please visit http://www.franklinhotelnc.com.

» Attractions

While you’re in North Carolina, why not take advantage of the opportunity to visit our state’s incredible beaches or its beautiful mountains? Both are within a 2-3 hour drive from Chapel Hill. Go to www.visitnc.com for more information.