We've got you covered. Check out our info on the Hotel Information page. Book through the HLAA room block and you'll save money. Plus, you just might run into some people you know in the lobby.
Should I wait to book my hotel and airline reservations so that prices will come down?
Hotel accommodations: Hearing Loss Association of America has blocked rooms at favorable rates for a limited time. It is important that you reserve your room(s) by May 10th to insure that you receive the discounted rates.
Airfare: Book your airline ticket(s) early. If you wait, you may pay a much higher ticket price.
Hearing Loss Association of America negotiates the lowest hotel rates possible, but ultimately, hotel rates are based on supply and demand. It is important that you book your accommodations through the HLAA room block so that you receive the discounted rates.
Airline travel is time consuming and complicated. How can I simplify my trip?
Airline travel can be more time consuming and complicated due to increased security. Check with your selected airline, travel agency, or local airport about what to expect.
How do I find transportation to and from the Reno-Tahoe International Airport?
The Grand Sierra Resort and Casino offers complimentary airport shuttle service to and from Reno-Tahoe International Airport. The shuttles are first come-first served and are for individual transfers.
The Shuttle leaves the hotel on the hour and half hour, daily between 5:00am and 11:30pm.
The Shuttle leaves from the exit located at the far end of airport baggage claim every 15 and 45 minutes past the hour daily between 5:15am and 11:45pm.
The Hearing Loss Association of America Convention is attended by people who have hearing loss and their family and friends, as well as healthcare, education, human resources, and vocational professionals.
We want you to relax and be comfortable.
That’s why business casual or casual attire is suggested for most daily activities. Some events and parties may call for more casual or formal attire. You will be in climate-controlled area, but when you venture out, be prepared for a possible change in the weather. Daily averages for Reno in June range from a high of 83° to a low of 47°.
________________________________________________________________________ Are cameras allowed on the exhibit hall floor or in the workshops?
Media are required to obtain passes if planning to take photographs during the convention. Exhibitors and attendees may take pictures within the Exhibit Hall for purposes of company or annual reports, company media pieces, marketing materials, etc. Attendees must ask for exhibitor permission to photograph a booth. Under no circumstance will anyone be permitted to take pictures of an exhibitor's product without the permission of the exhibitor. Some of the products on display at the convention are unique, innovative, one-of-a-kind or prototype items. Exhibitors have the right to report to security any instance of inappropriate photographing of company products or displays. As a courtesy to the speakers, photography is not permitted during the workshops, meetings, or keynote address except by the official show photographer.
After registering for the convention, how soon will I receive confirmation?
Online registrants will receive an immediate confirmation. Please print your online confirmation and retain it for your records. Please allow 4-6 weeks to receive your written confirmation if registering via mail or fax.
We look forward to welcoming you to the Hearing Loss Association of America Convention 2008. Each attendee must check-in at the HLAA Convention Registration Desk located at the Grand Sierra Resort and Casino. At that time, you will receive your badge, a convention program and tote, and other useful information about the convention. Your badge will not be mailed to you.
Why do convention registration rates sometimes increase from year to year?
Registration rate increases reflect the costs associated with producing the convention program. These costs increase from year to year. Sponsorships and convention donations do not cover all of the substantial costs associated with producing the convention. Registration fees are used to present an accessible and educational program to those affected by hearing loss. To help keep the cost of registration affordable, the Hearing Loss Association of America offers early registration discounts and packages.
The convention program is divided into four tracks covering a range of subject matters.
Programming information will be
posted on the HLAA website as it becomes available. A
complete Exhibit & Program Guide will be given to
attendees at the on-site HLAA Convention Registration
Desk.
Information will be posted on the
website as it becomes available. Attendees will also
receive an Exhibit & Program Guide at the on-site
HLAA Convention Registration Desk.
Program information will be posted
on the website as it becomes available. Attendees will
also receive an Exhibit & Program Guide at the on-site
HLAA Convention Registration Desk.
All sessions, workshops, and major events are real-time captioned. Personal Assisted Listening Devices (ALDs) are also provided by request at the HLAA Registration Desk. Interpreting services are provided at all plenary sessions.
If you have assistive listening
devices that you can use during the Convention, please
bring them with you.
