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San Antonio- Capturing the Spirit of Texas

Alamo Plaza	Buckhorn Saloon Museum	River Walk (Paseo Del Rio)

Now the eighth largest cities in the United States, the city has retained its sense of history and tradition, while carefully blending in cosmopolitan progress. Sounds and flavors of Native America, Old Mexico, Germany, the Wild West, Africa and the Deep South mingle and merge. Close to 20 million visitors a year delight in the discovery of San Antonio's charms.

For more information on visiting San Antonio, visit: www.sanantoniocvb.com.

Special packages on touring and activities for spouses/guests through APPA will be announced in conjunction with the opening of registration on December 1, 2007.

APPA 2008 Venue


APPA 2008 will be held at the The Henry B. Gonzales Convention Center (HBGCC). The Center is located at 200 East Market Street, San Antonio, TX. The HBGCC is 1.3 million square feet, which includes 59 meeting rooms, 3 beautiful ballrooms, 4 exhibit halls with a contiguous space of approximately 440,000 square feet and 7 registration areas.

APPA Bookstore

Purchase the latest from APPA publications in the field of facilities management, as well as other books to enhance your knowledge and professional development. Special discounts are available for conference attendees, with an extra 10% to all first time attendees.

Appropriate Dress

Casual business attire is suitable for all meetings, sessions, and the opening reception. Business attire is recommended for the awards reception and awards banquet. Please remember to bring a sweater or jacket, as room temperatures may vary.

Accessibility

The Henry B. Gonzales Convention Center provides service ramps to entrances and elevated areas, an array of passenger elevators, restroom facilities for the disabled and Braille instructions/directions at strategic locations throughout the building. Wheelchairs are also available upon request.

CEU Credits

APPA 2008 gives you the opportunity to earn continuing education units (CEUs). Transcripts will be available approximately four weeks after the conclusion of the meeting. Watch our webiste for more information on the CEU process.

Cancellation Policy

APPA will refund the full cost of registration for cancellations received on or before June 20, 2008. Absolutely no refunds will be issued for cancellations received after June 20. APPA is not responsible for any travel or lodging charges incurred.

Weather

The average high in San Antonio in July is 96 F, and the average low is 74 F. On average, July is one of the warmest months in San Antonio, so pack accordingly.