Travel

Getting There

NYSUT has arranged the following discounts.

  • US Airways
    877-874-7687 (Mention Gold File 32133269 to obtain 7% discount, or 12% discount if booked 60 days prior to travel. Restrictions apply.)
  • Amtrak
    800-872-7245 (After the automated voice greeting, say the word "agent" to be connected directly to an Amtrak Convention sales agent. Mention Special Fare Code # X19F-930 to obtain 10% discount. Restrictions apply.)

JetBlue Airways also provides travel to New York City from upstate areas. No NYSUT discount applies.

Ground Transportation

  • Amtrak/NY Penn Station
    $6 each way by taxi (10 minutes).
  • La Guardia Airport
    $25-30 each way by taxi (30-40 minutes). $15 each way by Super Shuttle (45-75 minutes).
  • JFK Airport
    $35 each way by taxi (30-40 minutes). $19 each way by Super Shuttle (45-75 minutes).

The Super Shuttle courtesy phone is located in the baggage claim area - no advance reservations required for airport to hotel service. Advanced reservations are required for return trip from hotel back to airport. Call 800-258-3826 at least 24 hours in advance to make a reservation.

Housing

Please read the housing information and instructions carefully and submit your form to NYSUT Headquarters (phone reservations will not be accepted). Reservations are accepted on an availability basis-first come, first served-but no later than February 18, 2005.

Online reservations are once again available here at the NYSUT Web site.

 

For assistance with travel arrangements

Travel arrangements can also be made by contacting Carlson Albany Travel at 518-292-9000 or 800-666-2929. Please identify yourself as a NYSUT Convention attendee. Ticketing fees apply.