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Conferences & Meetings

MLA '09 Annual Meeting and Exhibition

Participate in MLA '09

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The following websites have been recommended by the Hawaii Convention Center for checking for the lowest fares. Remember that sometimes traveling in the middle of the week produces better fares.

A post-meeting cruise is also available

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How to Make Reservations at the Hilton Hawaiian Village
It is in your best interest to reserve your room as early as possible. Booking early helps ensure you will receive your first choice room type and your preferred dates.

To make a reservation, call Hilton Hawaiian Village at 808.949.4321. To obtain the special rates listed below, be sure to mention you are attending the Medical Library Association (MLA) Annual Meeting: The hotel will ask for a one-night refundable deposit. If your plans change, notify the hotel before April 24, 2009, to avoid loss of deposit.

Hilton Hawaiian Village Beach Resort
 2005 Kalia Road
Honolulu, HI 96815
Reservations: 808.949.4321

MLA Annual Meeting Rates
 Garden View: $199 plus tax
Partial Ocean View: $215 plus tax
Ocean View: $250 plus tax

MLA ’09 Meetings and Exhibit Hall Location:
 Hawaii Convention Center
1801 Kalakaua Avenue
Honolulu, HI 96815
(Note: the Convention Center is a short ten-minute walk or one-third mile from the Hilton Hawaiian Village)

Hilton HHonors Program
Several upcoming meetings will offer lodging at a Hilton hotel. Attendees may wish to join the Hilton HHonors Program to earn points and miles for stays at over 3,000 hotels worldwide.

Online Reservations
If you prefer to make hotel reservations online, visit the Hawaii Convention Center MLA '09 webpage.

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Materials will be available in early January 2009. Discounted MLA member rates for early registration packages (before April 2009) are:

Super Inclusive: $430
Includes admission to all sessions, exhibits, the Welcome Reception, the Awards Ceremony and Luncheon, the MLA Reception, and audio CD. This package provides the best value.

Inclusive: $405
Includes admission to all sessions, exhibits, the Welcome Reception, the Awards Ceremony and Luncheon, and the MLA Reception.

Conference only: $295
Includes admission to all sessions, exhibits, and the Welcome Reception.

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