Travel Times
Registration for the 2008 EO University: Boston officially opens at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, 23 July 2008, with the Opening General Session beginning at 5 p.m. Please plan your flights accordingly. Departure flights may be arranged for anytime starting on Sunday, 27 July 2008.

Airport Information
If you’re traveling by air, the main airport that serves the Boston area is Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), which is about three miles/10 minutes from the hotel. The airport is located in East Boston, serving the city of Boston and the greater New England area. America's sixth busiest airport, Logan International Airport handles domestic flights and international connections to and from the Pacific Rim, Europe and Latin America.

Logan International Airport has five terminals, with an expanded Terminal E, airport transit facilities and parking as airport improvements in the pipeline. Your ground transportation options includes car rentals, shuttles, MBTA buses, taxis and water taxis, with the airport just four miles (six kilometers) northeast of Boston.

Alternatively, there are two smaller airports that serve the Boston area: TF Green Airport in Providence, RI (PVD) and Manchester Boston Regional Airport in Manchester, New Hampshire (MHT).

TF Green Airport is located 60 miles/1 hour and 15 minutes south of Boston. Manchester Boston Regional Airport is located 50 miles/1 hour north of Boston. Both airports offer alternative flight options to and from domestic and Canadian destinations. Transportation from either airport to Boston is fairly easy; see the “Ground Transportation” section below for further information.

Taxis
Taxis are one of the easiest ways to get from Boston Logan International Airport to the hotel and are readily available from each terminal. A 15-minute drive, the fare from the Boston Logan International Airport to the InterContinental Hotel will cost approximately US$25. All fares leaving Logan Airport are charged a US$2.25 airport fee and travel through the harbor tunnels will cost an additional US$5.25 toll fee. It is recommended that you ask the taxi driver for a receipt showing the driver's name, the taxi company, the amount paid and the medallion number. For more information about ground transportation to and from Boston Logan International Airport, please visit the official website.

Water Taxi
City Water Taxi offers a different way to travel to the InterContinental Hotel. Available Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. – 10 p.m., and Sundays, 7 a.m. – 8 p.m., a one-way fare will cost US$10 per person. From Boston Logan International Airport, take the free water transportation bus #66 from your airport terminal to the water taxi dock. Call for pick-up or look for the orange and white checkerboard boat at the dock. You may purchase tickets in advance or once you’re onboard the taxi. For more information, please visit the official website.

Car Rentals
The Hertz Corporation, the world’s largest and most respected general use car rental company and a proud EO Regional Affinity Partner, is pleased to offer EO members a Special Savings on their car rental while in Boston for the 2008 EO University: Boston. Please click the logo above for details and booking. For North American, Latin American and Caribbean EO members, click on the second link below for details on the EO/Hertz Business Account Program.

Click here to access the EO/Hertz Business Account Program splash page.

Click here for Hertz/University car rental promotions!


Ground Transportation from Providence TF Green Airport
The best transportation options from TF Green Airport are Peter Pan Buses (US$37 per person, roundtrip) or a car rental. Taxis can get pricey, depending on traffic, and can cost more than US$100. Peter Pan Buses arrive into Boston’s South Station, which is a US$3 taxi ride from the InterContinental Hotel. For other ground transportation options from TF Green Aiport, visit the official airport website.

Ground Transportation from Manchester Boston Regional Airport:
Recommended transportation options from Manchester Boston Regional Airport are car rentals or limousine/shared van services. Taxis can get pricey, depending on traffic, and can cost more than US$100.

Weather
July is one of the warmest times of the year in Boston. The average daytime temperature during this period is around 22C (71.5F).

Dress
The dress code for all meetings during the University is business casual.

Men's Dress Code Glossary
Casual – Khaki or comparable slacks, shirt, golf shirt
Business Casual – Nice slacks, collared shirts
Cocktail Attire – Coat and tie, or suit

Women's Dress Code Glossary
Casual – Khaki or comparable slacks, skirt, shirt
Business Casual – Nice slacks, skirt, blouse
Cocktail Attire – Nice dress, pantsuit, cocktail dress

Wednesday
Day: Travel Attire
Evening Social: Casual

Thursday
Meetings: Business Casual
Evening Social: Casual – This evening is an outdoor function, and it may be cool, so be prepared with a light jacket or sweater.

Friday
Meetings: Business Casual
Evening Social: Casual – This evening is an outdoor function, and it may be cool, so be prepared with a light jacket or sweater.

Saturday
Meeting: Business Casual
Evening Social: Cocktail Attire – A suit and a nice dress works. The cocktail reception is an outdoor function, and it may be cool, so be prepared with a light jacket or sweater.

Country: The United States of America
Area: 232.1 square km (89.6 square miles)
Population: 4.5 million
Time Zone: UTC/GMT – 5 hours
Currency: US Dollar (USD)

Overview
Boston is the capital city of Massachusetts and is the largest city of New England with more than 4.5 million people in the metropolitan area. The city is deeply entrenched in both history and culture. Boston is the site of Paul Revere’s famous midnight ride, the Boston Tea Party and many significant American Revolution battles.

Whether you’re a historian, tourist, sports lover, student or businessmen, Boston has a lot to offer. There are an infinite number of museums, restaurants, art galleries and historic neighborhoods with unique cultures— more than enough attractions to delight New England first-timers. For more information on Boston, click here.

Etiquette
Here are some helpful tips to keep in mind when you’re visiting the United States:

• Smoking is not commonplace and is subject to restrictions in most public places. All EO events are smoke-free.
• Americans tend to refrain from greetings that involve hugging and other close physical contact, except with family members and friends. For the most part, they are unreceptive to being touched during conversation and other social situations.
• The standard space between you and your conversation partner should be about two feet. Most United States executives are uncomfortable standing at a closer distance.
• Direct eye contact conveys that you are sincere, although your eye contact should not be too intense. Certain ethnic groups may look away to show respect.
• To point, you may use the index finger, although it's impolite to point at another person.
• To beckon someone, wave either all the fingers or just the index finger in a scooping motion, with the palm facing up.
• To show approval, there are two common gestures: the “O.K.” sign, formed by making a circle with the thumb and index finger, and the “thumbs up” sign, formed by making a fist and pointing the thumb upward.
• The back-slap is sometimes used as a sign of friendship or camaraderie.
• To wave goodbye, move your entire hand, with the palm facing outward.
• When sitting, U.S. citizens often look very relaxed. They may sometimes sit with the ankle of one leg on their knee or prop their feet up on chairs or desks. In formal business situations, however, you're advised to maintain good posture and a less casual pose. Crossing legs knee over knee is not considered arrogant. In the United States, this position is common and considered professional.
• When giving an item to another person, it's common to toss it or hand it over with only one hand.
  

Time Zone
GMT/UTC – 5

During the University, when it is noon in Boston, it will be:

Language
English is the official language of The United States of America and the official language of the 2008 EO University: Boston.

Currency and Money
Legal tender in the United States is the dollar. There are 100 cents to one dollar, and notes are available in denominations of US$1, US$5, US$10, US$20, US$50, US$100, US$1000 and US$10000. Automated teller machines (ATMs) can be found almost everywhere and most provide 24-hour cash withdrawal in US dollars. Airport moneychangers calculate rates at the net rate of exchange displayed. You will get the best exchange rate by making purchases with a credit card. To properly estimate your currency exchange rate, visit www.oanda.com.

Visa, MasterCard and American Express are the most widely accepted credit cards in the United States and are acceptable at most hotels, department stores, restaurants and travel agencies.

Tipping
Many people employed in tourist-intensive service industries are poorly paid and rely on tips to bring their incomes up to decent levels. However, tips should only be given as a reward for good service. If you receive exceptionally poor service, leave a small tip or none at all; to do otherwise defeats the purpose of tipping, which is to provide a financial incentive for superior service.

Electricity
The electrical supply in the United States is 110/120 volts at 60 cycles.
Power points are this style: or 

Telephones
It is expensive to dial internationally from the United States. Your best option is to use a prepaid phone card, phone credit card or access line of a major carrier, such as AT&T (+1.800.321.0288) or MCI (+1.800.888.8000). The international access code in the US is 011 and the country code is 1.

Cell phones in the US use GSM 1900 or CDMA 800, operating on different frequencies from systems in other countries. The only foreign phones that will work in the US are tri-band models, operating on GSM 1900 or other frequencies. If you have a GSM tri-band phone, check with your service provider about using it in the US, but beware that calls will be more expensive than using your home network (because of the US service provider's charges). Your mobile phone number stays the same, and callers at home will be connected to your phone automatically.

Entry Requirements and Visas
Most Canadian citizens and many citizens from Visa Waiver Program countries can come to the US without a Visa if they meet certain requirements. Since 26 October 26 2004, Visa waiver travelers from ALL 27 Visa Waiver Program countries must present a machine-readable passport at the US port of entry to enter the US without a Visa; otherwise, a US Visa is required. To view information about digital photographs and e-passport requirements for Visa Waiver Program travelers, click here. Other foreign citizens will need a nonimmigrant Visa.

Non-immigrant Visas are for international travelers (citizens of other countries) coming to the US temporarily. This Visa allows you to travel to a US Port of Entry (an airport, for example) and request permission from the Department of Homeland Security immigration inspector to enter the US. A Visa does not guarantee entry into the United States.

International travelers come to the US for a variety of reasons. For an overview of the types of non-immigrant Visas available under immigration law, please see the Nonimmigrant Visa Classifications on the US Citizens and Immigration Services (USCIS) website. The consular officer at your embassy or consulate will decide what kind of Visa you need when you apply.

Check with your local United States Embassy for specific requirements on travel into the United States as they pertain to your country of origin. To find an embassy or consulate nearest to you, please visit the US Department of State official website.

Advance planning can smooth the Visa application process for you. The United States regularly adjusts entry requirements in an effort to reduce the threat of terrorism. It is imperative that travelers double- and triple-check current regulations before coming to the United States.

Health
No certificate of vaccination is required for traveling to the United States; however, health regulations are able to change at short notice. It is advisable to check current health regulations with your airline carrier when making reservations. Visitors in transit through the United States should also check health regulations for subsequent destinations to ensure that all necessary, valid certificates have been obtained. Check with your personal physician before your departure for any personal health needs. It is always a good idea to carry a description of any prescription medications in case they need to be refilled.

Dietary Restrictions
EO wishes to accommodate your dietary needs while you’re in the US. If you have any special needs or requirements, please fill out and fax the Dietary Restriction Form to +1.703.519.1864. If you suffer from severe food allergies, we encourage you to visit this website and consider purchasing food and travel translation cards to effectively communicate your needs while traveling.