Travel
As the ATIA 2009 Chicago Conference does not provide transportation to, from or during the event, we ask that all attendees make transportation arrangements accordingly.
Conference center location
Renaissance Schaumburg Hotel and Convention Center
1551 North Thoreau Drive
Schaumburg (Chicago), Illinois 60173
1.866.204.0549
Renaissance Schaumburg is located approximately 15 miles from O’Hare International Airport.
Shuttles
Renaissance Schaumburg does not offer a shuttle service; however Continental Airport Express shuttles depart from O’Hare and Midway Chicagoland Airports every 10-15 minutes for Chicago suburbs.
Online reservations
Reservation telephone line: 1.800.284.3826
Mention ATIA conference to receive reduced conference rate.
O'Hare Airport pick up locations:
- Terminal One (United Airlines) by door 1E
- Terminal Two (Continental, Northwest) by door 2D
- Terminal Three (American, Delta) by door 3E
- Terminal Five (Air France, Air Italy) by door 5D
Midway Airport pick up locations:
Airport express ticket counter and loading zone is located at Door 3, lower level across from Southwest baggage claim.
Taxi Service
Individuals who wish to take a taxi from Midway or O’hare to the hotel without paying city rates, tolls and fuel charges, should contact a suburban taxi service in advance or upon arrival at Midway or O’hare. They do not charge for fuel or tolls.
Rates to and from O’Hare are approximately $30. For Midway arrivals, the taxi rate is almost double.
It is strongly suggested that you phone ahead of time for taxi service or you can call a taxi at the kiosk near baggage claim in both airports. American Taxi is a preferred company by the Renaissance Schaumburg. Please call 847.640.8294 for their rate information and to coordinate pick-up.
DO NOT take a taxi that is sitting outside in the City Cabstand area of the two airports. These are city cabs and they will charge for fuel, tolls and an additional 1.50 on your meter for travel outside of the city.
Chicago Transportation Information
Transportation information for the Chicago area including Chicago Transit Authority (CTA), Metra commuter rail and Pace suburban buses can be found on the Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) Web site at: http://www.rtachicago.com/.
Individuals who wish to take the Metra, should take the Union Pacific District Northwest Line to Arlington Park, from the Olgive Transporation Center on Madison and Canal. Please call the Renaissance Schaumburg in advance for shuttle service upon arrival at Arlington Park.
PACE ADA Paratransit Service
This program provides origin-to-destination transportation to ADA eligible people who are unable to use accessible fixed-route bus and rail services due to their disabilities. Pace provides ADA Paratransit Service to visitors with disabilities who do not live in the CTA or Pace service area. To ride with Pace Paratransit, visitors must present documentation that they are ADA eligible for Paratransit Service in the jurisdiction in which they reside. If a visitor is unable to present this documentation, Pace will require documentation of residency and disability. Documentation of eligibility for Paratransit Service for out-of-town visitors should be made at least seven days before the first desired day of travel. Visitors will not be provided service for more than twenty-one consecutive days from the date of the first paratransit trip. Customers who wish to receive service beyond this twenty-one day period must apply for eligibility with the RTA.
More information about PACE transportation, route finder and ADA services, visit: www.pacebus.com or by calling: 800-606-1282, 847-364-7223 (option 2) TTY: 312-913-3122.
Village of Schaumburg Dial-A-Ride Program
Sponsored by the Village of Schaumburg and Pace, DART offers curb-to-curb public transportation. Just call 847-352-8097 and a bus will be routed to pick you up and take you anywhere in Schaumburg, while picking up and dropping off other passengers along the way. Service is available only within the municipal boundaries of Schaumburg. See guide for more details.
Negotiated Travel with Travel Corporate
As an attendee of ATIA 2009 Chicago, you can receive discounts on airlines and car rentals that have been specifically negotiated for your trip by Corporate Travel. Tickets will be issued and an e-mail will be sent confirming your itinerary. The price of your ticket(s), including a service fee, will be listed. Restrictions, fees and cancellation penalties will apply. Visit the Travel Corporate Web site for more information.
