ABMP School Issues Forum

Location, Lodging and Transportation

The Driskill

604 Brazos St.
Austin, TX, 78701
www.driskillhotel.com
800-252-9367 (Reservations)
512-474-5911

The registration fee for the School Issues Forum does not include lodging. Attendees must contact The Driskill directly at 800-252-9367 and make reservations under the group name “ABMP School Issues Forum” to receive a special meeting rate of $185 per night plus tax. This discounted group rate is only guaranteed until March 15, 2012. Or to book online, enter the group code: 20G3TC.

About The Driskill – Austin, Texas
Built in 1886 as the showplace of cattle baron Jesse Driskill, The Driskill remains a landmark of Texas hospitality. As a member of The Historic Hotels of America and Associated Luxury Hotels International, The Driskill offers an elite level of luxury and service, and ranks as one the world's finest hotels.

Located in downtown Austin, the legendary hotel is convenient to all the city has to offer, including the Texas State Capitol, Austin Convention Center, opera, symphony, fine dining, shopping, and Austin's 6th Street music scene. Known as the "Live Music Capital of the World,^®" Austin is home to almost 200 music venues, many within walking distance of The Driskill.

The Driskill Grill has recently received numerous awards and accolades including the coveted Foder's Choice Award, Zagat's ranking of "Extraordinary to Perfection" and OpenTable's Diners Choice Award. Wine Spectator, America's leading wine appreciation magazine has honored The Driskill Grill with its "2009 Best of Award of Excellence." The award, according to Wine Spectator, is given to restaurants whose wine lists offer a carefully chosen selection of "quality producers, along with a thematic match to the menu in both price and style," and the Driskill Grill is the only restaurant in Austin to have received this honor.

Flights and Transportation
Attendees flying to Austin, Texas will use Austin Bergstrom International Airport. Super Shuttle (800-258-3826) will take you from the airport to The Driskill for $18 one-way and $26 round trip. Taxi fare from the airport to the hotel averages $25–$50. For more information or other options for travel to and from the airport visit Austin Ground Transportation Information.