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2009 Travel & Lodging Information

For those flying into the area, the logical airport is Manchester Regional Airport which is situated approximately 7 miles from the convention hotel.  International attendees will be required to fly into an international airport and either rent a car, take a continuing flight or in the case of Boston, public transportation.  The following international airports are listed according to proximity to Manchester, New Hampshire.  

Boston/Logan International in Boston, Massachusetts  (1 hour, 5 minutes, 58 miles)

Portland International JetPort in Portland, Maine  (1 hour, 41 minutes, 92 miles)

Kennedy International Airport in New York City, New York (4.5 hours, 252 miles)  

Additional travel information is available at The New England Travel Planner.

MQX Convention Hotel 

Radisson Hotel exterior

The Radisson Hotel is once again the convention hotel for Machine Quilter's Exposition.  This property has many amenities including indoor pool, health club, two restaurants, gift shop and FREE transportation to and from the Manchester Airport. 

 

 

Radisson Hotel poolWithin close proximity to the convention center are shops, restaurants and sports entertainment, all within walking distance.

Room rates (held until March 23, 2009)
$115/single  $115/double  $125/triple  $135/quad (plus tax)

Reservations should be made DIRECTLY with the hotel at 603-625-1000 and NOT the online service.  Ask for rate code MQX09.

The Radisson is located at 700 Elm Street, Manchester, NH  03101

NOTE:  The Radisson has been sold out since April.  Cancellations do occur and will most likely occur in February and March.  Call the hotel directly to check for availability.

 

-------------------------------------------Alternate Lodging for MQX 2009---------------------------------------

The following properties have blocks of rooms available for MQX attendees.  They are listed in order of closest proximity to the convention hotel and all offer FREE transport to and from Manchester Regional Airport.

MQX offers complimentary shuttle service to and from all the listed hotels during the primary days of the show....... early Wednesday AM through Saturday PM.  The MQX Shuttle will be available part time on Monday and Tuesday for those students taking classes on those days. 

All the hotels listed below have a block of rooms reserved for MQX.  In addition, each hotel has agreed to assist MQX during very busy times as well as when the shuttle may  not available.  The rates listed here are held until March 23, 2009.  Should you need a reservation after that date, the rate may still apply if there are rooms available.  Call the hotel directly for details

Each property has its own unique amenities.  For additional information, please visit each hotel's website. 

Hilton Garden Inn ManchesterHilton Garden Inn, 101 South Commercial Street, Manchester  603-669-2222

$129 single/double  Reservation Code: MQX 

 

 

Comfort Inn ManchesterComfort Inn, 298 Queen City Ave., Manchester  603-668-2600

$82 single/double   Reservation code is MQX

 

 

Fairfield Inn ManchesterFairfield Inn, 860 South Porter Street, Manchester   603-625-2020

$85.00 single/double   Reservation code is MQER

 

 

Best Western ManchesterBest Western Executive Court, 13500 So. Willow Street   877-627-2525

$89.99 single/double   Reservation code is MQX

 

 

Holiday InnHoliday Inn, 2280 Brown Avenue, Manchester   603-641-6466

$99 single/double  Reservation code is MQX

 

 

------------------------------------------------Roommate Coordinator------------------------------------------------

As in previous years, MQX is happy to have Cilla Tyler serve as our Roommate Coordinator.  If you are interested in meeting someone new and sharing expenses, please contact Cilla at agilelatte@aol.com or by phone at 603-463-7428.

 

------------------------------------------Manchester & Area Information-----------------------------------------

Manchester, New Hampshire is the literal heart of a region alive with natural and historical attractions as well as dining, entertainment and tax free shopping.  For first time visitors to the area, here are some sites to check out. 

The links listed below are all live links that will take you directly to the related website.

Manchester Airport

New England Travel/Transportation Info

Manchester Dining Guide

Currier Museum of Art

Millyard Museum

Manchester Historic Association

Manchester Chamber of Commerce

Christa McAuliff Planetarium

SEE Science Center

Verizon Wireless Arena

NH Fisher Cats Baseball

Boston Red Sox

Manchester Weather

NH Campground & RV Park Information

Boston Things To Do

 

 



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