22nd Annual Future Educators Association® International Conference
February 18-20, 2011 • Atlanta, Georgia

 

The Hotel

All conference activities will take place at the Hyatt Regency Atlanta. This downtown hotel lays the treasures of Atlanta at your feet, as Peachtree Center Mall, Georgia Aquarium, Georgia World Congress Center, AmericasMart, CNN Center, Phillips Arena, and Georgia Dome are all within walking distance.

Because all conference events will be held at the Hyatt Regency Atlanta, it is the preferred hotel for accommodations. A limited block of rooms is available at this hotel for a special rate of $189+tax/night. The cut-off date for hotel reservations is January 20 or until sold out.

To get the discounted FEA conference room rate, book your hotel room online at this site or call 1-888-421-1442 and mention the FEA conference.

Map of Hotel and Surrounding Area

Transportation

From Hartsfield International airport to the Hyatt Regency Atlanta:

Shuttle
Go to the transportation booth at the airport and ask for a shuttle to the Hyatt Regency Atlanta Downtown. The Hyatt Regency Atlanta recommends The Atlanta Link. Phone: 404-524-3400. No reservations are necessary. It runs 6 a.m. to midnight from the airport and it leaves the hotel every 10 and 40 minutes after each hour. $16.50 one way/$29 round trip per person.

MARTA Rail System
MARTA is the Metro Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority. $1.75 per ride. To take MARTA from the airport to the Hyatt Regency Atlanta, go to baggage claim to access the TH Terminal. Take MARTA to the Peachtree Center Station and exit northeast towards Peachtree Center Mall. Hyatt Regency Atlanta is connected to Peachtree Center Train Station via Peachtree Center Mall. The rail system runs approximately every 10 minutes. The ride from the airport is about 20 minutes.

Getting around downtown:
With 38 rail stations and more than 125 bus routes to serve your needs, MARTA is the key to getting around Atlanta. Whether you are coming in from the airport, visiting, going to an event, or enjoying Atlanta nightlife, MARTA is the easiest and most cost-effective way to get around the city.

MARTA buses operate weekdays from approximately 5 a.m. to 1:30 a.m. and until 12:30 a.m. on weekends and holidays. Bus schedules may vary by neighborhood. MARTA trains operate daily from 5 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. weekdays, with AM and PM peak service every 12 minutes, off-peak service every 15 minutes, and night service after 9 p.m. every 20 minutes.

Use the online MyCommute Trip Planner or contact MARTA Customer Service at 404-848-5000 for assistance with planning your trip. You can also visit www.itsmarta.com for more information.

Weather

Trying to figure out what to pack? Get average temperatures for Atlanta in February.

Restaurants & Attractions

Though the conference will keep you busy for the majority of the weekend, there are a few opportunities for you to explore the city! As the ninth largest metropolis in the United States, Atlanta has lots to offer. Looking for restaurants or activities? Read on for specific recommendations or visit www.atlanta.net/ for a complete listing of all Atlanta attractions.

Restaurants

(Please note that dinner is not provided on Saturday evening.)

For your convenience, there are three restaurants within the hotel.

  • Avanzare
  • Kafe Köbenhavn
  • Perks Coffee & More

There are also a number of restaurants within walking distance from the hotel, including Hard Rock Café, Benihana, Ted's Montana Grill, Willy's Mexicana Grill, and more.

Attractions

Georgia Aquarium
Completed in November 2005, the Georgia Aquarium is the world's largest aquarium. Featuring more than 100,000 sea creatures, the aquarium is one of Atlanta's premier attractions. There are five exhibits, each with a different theme, plus a "4-D" movie theater. The prize exhibit is the six million gallon tank featuring the Western Hemisphere's only two whale sharks in captivity. Whale sharks are the largest sharks in the world, and the Georgia Aquarium's pair have made quite a splash with sightseers since the aquarium opened.

World of Coke
Opened in May 2007, the New World of Coca Cola is better than ever. Featuring the world's smallest bottling plant, a 4-D movie theater, and the famous fountain drink tasting room, the new facility has drawn record crowds. Learn more about the world's most popular soft drinks through memorabilia, video presentations, and displays. Included is a reproduction of a 1930s soda fountain and the "Everything Coca-Cola" retail store.

CNN Studio Tour
This tour of the world's largest newsgathering organization is lots of fun and a uniquely Atlanta experience. The CNN Center is headquarters for CNN, CNN International, and Headline News. During 40-minute guided walking tours, visitors get a behind-the-scenes look at the high-tech world of 24-hour TV network news in action.

Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site and Sweet Auburn
This area served as the thriving center of black enterprise in Atlanta from the 1890s through the 1940s. It is the birthplace of Martin Luther King Jr. and the Southern Christian Leadership Conference, and the site of black-owned businesses such as the Atlanta Life Insurance Co. and Studioplex, the headquarters for the National Black Arts Festival.

Centennial Olympic Park
This 21-acre site was one of the most popular spots in the city during the 1996 Centennial Olympic Games. Today, year-round programming featuring concerts, family activities, and artists' markets make the park a gathering place for Atlantans and visitors alike. The park features the world's largest Olympic Ring fountain, Quilt Plazas, and Water Gardens that weave together to tell the dramatic story of the 1996 Olympics.

National Museum of Patriotism
For a nation as rich in diversity and history as America, the word 'patriotism' can take on a number of meanings. The National Museum of Patriotism does not offer a definition, but rather presents a unique experience complete with more than 20 educational displays and interactive exhibits that celebrate the American Spirit. By experiencing the museum, you will leave with a greater love for our nation and decide for yourself what patriotism means to you.

Underground Atlanta
Six historic city blocks in the heart of Atlanta have been transformed into an urban market with unique shopping, dining, entertainment and nightlife! Underground Atlanta offers History Tours.

Georgia State Capitol
Completed in 1889, the Georgia Capitol remains one of the most impressive buildings in the state. Still a working government building, the Capitol's recent renovation offers visitors a unique experience in exploring Georgia, both past and present. The Georgia Capitol Museum is a public educational institution housed in the Capitol building under the administration of the Office of Secretary of State. It is a unit of the Division of Archives and History. The museum seeks to preserve and interpret the history of the Georgia State Capitol building, as well as the events that have taken place within its walls. To carry out this purpose, the museum collects, maintains, and exhibits significant artifacts, including historic flags and works of art, within the Capitol. Educational and tour programs are offered daily.

Jimmy Carter Presidential Library
The Carter Presidential Museum is ALL NEW, with interactive displays and fascinating exhibits that the entire family will enjoy. Experience "A Day in the Life of the President," step into the Oval Office, and take a virtual trip with the Carters to fight disease and promote democracy around the world.

The Mall at Peachtree Center
Peachtree Center Mall offers a variety of fun activities for all ages. Situated in the heart of downtown at Peachtree Street and International Boulevard, Peachtree Center Mall is connected to Hyatt Regency Atlanta by a covered walkway. Studios, galleries, and a variety of shops will keep you entertained for hours at Peachtree Mall.

Atlanta Botanical Garden
This peaceful oasis includes 30 acres of gardens, an urban forest, wildflower trail, the Dorothy Chapman Fuqua Conservatory, and a glass-walled building housing more than 7,000 rare tropical and desert plants. A bridge links the main gardens to the new Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Children's Garden.

High Museum of Art
The High Museum of Art displays European and American paintings; African, decorative, and 20th century art; and traveling exhibits by artists such as Picasso, Matisse, Monet, and Rockwell. The museum also offers weekly film screenings, jazz on select Friday nights, lectures, and tours.

Fernbank Museum of Natural History
This museum includes exhibition galleries and an IMAX theater. Special features include displays of Argentinosaurus, the largest dinosaur ever unearthed, and Giganotosaurus, the largest meat eater ever discovered. The complex includes a science center, planetarium, observatory, and a forest featuring trails through majestic old trees.

Zoo Atlanta
Located in historic Grant Park, the zoo features 250 species of animals from all over the world. Some unusual creatures include the Sumatran orangutans, Western Lowland gorillas, and black rhinos. Atlanta's newest visitors, a pair of Giant Pandas from China, arrived in 1999.