*Registration is Now Closed*

Hotel reservations will be made for you after you register on the USAID Global Health Intranet for the LAC SOTA Meeting. The cut-off date to guarantee your hotel room reservation is Wednesday, February 10, 2010. You will need a major credit card when booking.

* If you are outside the USAID network and unable to visit the intranet, to reserve your hotel, e-mail, or fax this form [Excel, 21KB] to Tinee Shorts at tshorts@ghfp.net, or call 202-661-8021. The information must be received by Wednesday, February 10, 2010.

Cancellation/Changes
Any cancellation or changes to your room reservation must be made by contacting the hotel directly. You are responsible for any charges or other penalties resulting from cancellations or changes made after Friday, February 12, 2010.

Room Rates and Included Services
The rate for a single room (one person) is US$152, plus tax. This is the government rate and the maximum allowed per diem for lodging. Direct hires may use the federal employee’s certificate [PDF, 229KB] for tax exemption. Please note that at check-in at the hotel, you will be required to present government employee identification as well as this form to receive the tax exemption.

Each meeting participant is responsible for his or her own hotel charges, including the guest room cost, telephone and fax charges, room service, mini-bar expenses, and Internet fees. The hotel has free wireless in the common areas.

Meals
The workshop meeting program includes breakfast and lunch (Monday through Friday), an opening reception with light fare, and a group dinner. You are responsible for appropriate deductions when submitting your travel voucher.  

The current USG rate for M&IE is US$66/day. As Monday through Friday will include breakfast and lunch, participants may claim for dinner and incidentals only at a maximum of US$39.

You may also refer to the GSA Web site for updates. Find "Miami-Dade" for the January 1–March 31, 2010, period.

Amenities
The hotel is a full-service property offering comfortable accommodations, a restaurant, Hyatt Stay Fit gym, pool, sauna, and business center services.

Check-in/Check out
Check-in time at the hotel is 3:00 pm (1500hrs), and the check out time is 12:00 pm (1200hrs). The hotel accepts major credit cards.

Please visit the GH Intranet for more information.