Group Theater Tickets
SMA has arranged for a limited number of theater tickets for Friday and Saturday performances during the meeting. Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis only and no refunds or exchanges can be made once tickets are purchased. Call 1-800-239-7444 for more information on show availability or to purchase. 

Crowne Plaza Times Square Manhattan
New York, NY
Whether visiting New York for business or pleasure, the Crowne Plaza Times Square Manhattan offers the best in service and value. Located in the heart of the Theater District, it is the perfect place to take in a Broadway show, shop on Fifth Avenue, stroll in Central Park or wander to the city's numerous landmarks and attractions. Accommodations are spacious and inviting, designed to offer guests the comforts of a home or office during your stay and feature Crowne Plaza’s Sleep Advantage Program amenities. Rated by the Zagat Guide as “the friendliest hotel in New York City”, its staff looks forward to making your stay truly memorable.  

HOUSING RESERVATIONS

To Book Reservations:
Call the Crowne Plaza directly at (800) 243-6969 and reference “Southern Medical Association” to receive the special meeting rate of $349 Single/Double per room, per night, plus taxes and resort fees. 

Reservation Deadline: November 17, 2008
After this time, reservations will be accepted by the hotel on a space-available basis only and may not be honored at the quoted group rate. You are encouraged to book as early as possible, as room availability and/or the group block may be sold-out prior to the reservation deadline. 

TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS

SMA Tours and Travel is pleased to offer the following opportunities for travel arrangements to this meeting:

Airfare: Delta Air Lines has been designated the official airline carrier for this meeting. To make reservations, contact Delta and mention the SkyBonus number below or enter it online in your passenger information screen to be recognized as an SMA attendee. Benefits include no service fees and 1,000 SkyMile bonus points.

Delta - (800) 325-2000 or www.delta.com 
SkyBonus #: 994579987

Rental Car:  Discounted car rental rates are available. Simply mention the appropriate meeting code below when booking to take advantage of these discounts:

Avis - (800) 230-4898 or www.avis.com 
Code #: T307699

Hertz - (800) 654-3131 or www.hertz.com 
Code #: 1285003

Contact Information

Conference sponsored by Southern Medical Association. For questions call 800-423-4992 or 205-945-1840, ext. 620. Website: www.sma.org/mdp. Call to request assistance for special needs. Most requests received at least two weeks prior to the conference can be accommodated.

SMA Cancellation/Registration Refund Policy

Conferences are subject to cancellation. SMA will not refund travel costs if the conference is cancelled.  Refunds are not given for inclement weather.  Registration fee refund requests must be in writing. A refund of your registration fee, minus a $50 administration processing fee, will be granted if notice is received by ten days prior to the conference date. After this time, no refunds will be granted.