IEEE PHOTONICS CONFERENCE 2013
8 - 12 September 2013
Thomas Clark to be the IPC 2014 Program Chair! Welcome Tom!
IPC 2013 RECORDED TALKS WILL BE FREE TO ALL IEEE/PHOTONICS SOCIETY MEMBERS!
Venue + Travel
Accommodation Information
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Things to do
Dining
For those who do not wish to venuture far from the hotel, the Hyatt Regency Bellevue offers wonderful dining experiences
Eques serves breakfast in a welcoming buffet-style
Koral Bar & Kitchen gives a relaxing feeling to go with delicious drinks
Joey Bellevue offers engaging service and "bold" flavors
Daniel's Broiler is the only major Seattle steakhouse to serve USDA prime steaks exclusively
Tully's Coffee is where you can enjoy morning pastries and afternoon snacks
Zen Express is a casual hotspot with Asian cuisine
Needs Deli / Needs Mercantile offers the perfect place for a quick bite to eat
Suite allows you to enjoy a Las Vegas style atmosphere with easy to share plates
Activities
The Parlor Collection is a great way to check out the local Bellevue area and it's unique night life. It is easily accessible from the connecting skybridge in the Hyatt Regency Bellevue. WInd down and have a laugh at the Parlor Live Comedy Club, where headlining comedians performs every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday night. Test your skill or relax with friends at The Parlor Billiards & Spirits. This upscale facility boasts 23 pool tables and two premium bars, along with a full-scale restaurant. Finally, Ultralounge @ the Parlor brings a posh Las Vegas style to Seattle with the ultimate nightclub experience.
Wineries & Breweries offer a great way to explore more of Washinton state. Woodinville is home to more than 40 wineries and is only 20 minutes away from the Hyatt Regency Bellevue. For more information on the wineries and breweries, please click here.
Lucky Strike Lanes & Lounge is an innovative and new way to experience the fun of bowling with the amenities of a bar and lounge. Mixed with the cool fusion of modern and artistic architecture, this lounge offers 16 lanes, 2 billiard tables, and VIP lanes. Click here for more information.
Spas within the area will help you relax and re-engerize after a busy schedule. A handful of spas remain closeby to the Hyatt Regency Bellevue for convenience. The selection in spas include: Truce Spa, Yuan Spa, Obadiah Salon, Red Door Spa at the Bravern, and the Gene Juarez Salon & Spa. All of these spas cater to high quality customer service and relaxing recipes with botanical ingredients and beauty techniques. Their tranquil atmospheres will soothe any busy day. For more information on the spas and their locations, please click here.
Driving Directions
Follow signs to "All Freeways". Take Hwy. 518 to 405 North to Bellevue for 14 miles. Exit onto NE 8th St. west (exit #13B). Follow NE 8th for 6 1/2 blocks. Our hotel is on the right after crossing 106th Ave, at corner of NE 8th and Bellevue Way.
From West:
Seattle on 520. Merge onto WA-520 E exit number 168B toward Bellevue. Merge onto I-405 S toward Renton. Take the NE 8th Street East/West exit number 13B. Take the NE 8th St West ramp, merge onto NE 8th St. Turn right on Bellevue Way.
From North:
Vancouver Follow Provincial Route 99 South. Provincial Route 99 S becomes I-5 South. Merge onto I-405 S via exit number 182 toward Bellevue/Renton. Take NE 8th St. East/West exit number 13B. Take the NE 8th St West ramp, merge onto NE 8th St. Turn right on Bellevue Way. Hyatt Regency Bellevue WA is ahead.
From East:
Spokane Take Freeway Avenue N and merge onto I-90 W for 269 miles. Take the I-405 S exit number 10 toward Renton/Bellevue. Merge onto I-405 N toward Bellevue/Everett. Take the NE 8th St West ramp exit number 13B, merge onto NE 8th St. Turn right on Bellevue Way.
One-way fares starting at $19 per person
Children 17 and under complimentary with each paying adult
Valet Parking $28 per day
Hotel
Hyatt Regency Bellevue on Seattle's Eastside
900 Bellevue Way NE,
Bellevue, Washington 98004-4272 USA
Reservations
Conference Rates:
Single/Double: $209.00
The Group Rate covers all guest sleeping room costs, including service fees, but is exclusive of applicable sales/room tax, currently twelve percent (12%) and $1.25 CA Tourism Fee.
Reservation Deadline: 9 August 2013 (5:00pm Pacific)
A block of sleeping rooms has been reserved for the convenience of the conference attendees The conference rates listed above are available five(5) days prior and five(5) days after the conference, based on availability.
Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
All special requests, including bedding/smoking preferences, are not guaranteed, but subject to availability at the time of your arrival. The hotel will make every effort to accommodate your requests. Complimentary internet access in all guestrooms.