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September 29 - October 5, 2008
Nashville, TN


Hotel Reservations

Room Blocks Are Open NOW!!


More than 2,000 hotel rooms are available at discounted rates for the 2008 World of Bluegrass events.  Rates at some properties are discounted by more than $100 per night.


Be aware the some room types are limited and we recommend you make reservations and plans to attend at your earliest convenience.


TO MAKE RESERVATIONS

1.  All reservations must be made through the Nashville Central Reservations Department with the Nashville Convention and Visitors Bureau.  Please DO NOT call hotels directly or the IBMA for room reservations.  You will only receive the discounted negotiated rates by calling the number below.

Call 1-877-259-4716 or 615-259-4700
The call center is open Monday - Friday, 8am to 5pm Central.

2.  Inform them you need reservations for "World of Bluegrass".

Or - Click Here to reserve your room on-line.


HOTELS OFFERING DISCOUNTED RATES

 Hotels  Rates starting at:

 Proximity to
Convention Center

 Renaissance

 $154.00

 Attached

 Hilton Nashville Downtown

 $154.00

 2 blocks

 Sheraton Downtown

 $125.00

 2 blocks

 Doubletree

 $135.00

 3 blocks

 Best Western Downtown

 $115.00

 3 blocks

 Hampton Inn & Suites

 $153.00

 4 blocks

 Holiday Inn Express

 $126.00

 4 blocks

 Days Inn Stadium

 $82.00

 1 mile




ROOMS AVAILABLE TO YOU AND MINIMUM STAY REQUIREMENT

In order to make this offer to all of last year's Business Conference attendees and to maximize room nights at the host property, we ask that you make reservations only for the rooms you or your company need.  Reservations during this time period must also be for a minimum of four nights or more per room at the Renaissance, which is the host hotel connected to the Nashville Convention Center.  All other properties DO NOT have a minimum night stay requirement.



“JAMMING” AND “QUIET” ROOMS

Some hotel properties will allow “jam sessions” on designated floors of their property and only guests assigned to those floors will be permitted to host jam sessions during IBMA events.  There will also be accommodations designated as quiet areas, and no jam sessions will be permitted in those areas.  Consider your preference when choosing your room type and confirm it when making your reservation.

 

DEPOSITS, GUARANTEES & CANCELLATIONS

Each individual will be required to leave a credit card number at the time a reservation is made to guarantee their accommodations. 
THE
HOTELS WILL PROCESS A DEPOSIT TO THE CREDIT CARD FOR EVERY ROOM RESERVATION AFTER AUGUST 25, 2008.

 

All deposits are 100% refundable if cancellation or changes are made prior to August 25.  Any cancellation or changes to room reservations made after August 25, 2008 may be subject to a fee equal to one night's room stay and related taxes depending on the individual property’s cancellation policy. 

  

CONFIRMING YOUR ROOM RESERVATION

The Nashville Housing Bureau will email, fax or mail an acknowledgment for every reservation, modification or cancellation. Review acknowledgments carefully for accuracy. You will not receive a separate confirmation from the hotel.  Hotels will make every effort to meet your requests for specific room types and locations on a first-come, first served basis.  However, specific room assignments cannot be guaranteed.

 


PLEASE DO NOT CALL IBMA TO MAKE HOTEL RESERVATIONS


Travel Information

The Nashville International Airport (BNA) is just minutes from downtown Nashville and is serviced by most major carriers, offering over 215 flights daily. Flight arrangements can easily be made by calling your local travel agent or by accessing travel service websites on the internet. You may obtain additional information about the Nashville International Airport at www.nashintl.com.

Nashville also offers you access to several rental car companies and 24 hour taxi service throughout the city. Additional information on these and other services can be found at
www.musiccityusa.com.


 Downtown Parking / Recreational Vehicles


We STRONGLY encourage anyone coming to the events to travel by car.
  There is a parking garage directly across from the Renaissance Hotel and Nashville Convention Center in addition to numerous other parking garages and lots throughout the downtown area.  All guests should expect to pay a daily parking fee between $6.00 and $10.00 per day.

There ARE NO camping facilities in downtown Nashville.  Bus and recreational parking is extremely limited and will be held in reserve by IBMA for performers ONLY who are appearing at the events.

There are several camping facilites wihtin 15 miles of downtown Nashville however, no shuttle service will be provided from these locations. 

For more information on campgrounds, Nashville attractions and more - contact the Nashville Convention and Visitors Bureau at
1-877-259-4716 or 615-259-4700 or visit www.musiccityusa.com.


 



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