Travel
International guests will have rolling arrivals based upon the itinerary you choose.
For Two-Day World Fire Congress only:
- Arrival: Plan to arrive for the 6 May ( 6:00 – 9:00 p Welcome Dinner)
- Departure: Recommended departure is 9 May.
For Congress plus Optional Activities:
If attending National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend on 5 May:
- Arrival: Plan to arrive for the 4 May
- Departure: Recommended departure is 9 May.
Transportation from the Hyatt Regency on Capitol Hill – Washington DC to the U.S. National Fire Academy – Emmitsburg, MD is provided.
If attending Cultural Tour of Washington, DC on 6 May:
- Arrival: Plan to arrive for the 5 May
- Departure: Recommended departure is 9 May.
Lodging
The meeting location is at the Hyatt Regency on Capitol Hill. The event has special reduced pricing. To secure the special room rate pricing, book through the event booking link. You will receive a link to secure your room in your reservation confirmation email once you have successfully registered for the event.
The rooms are based on first come, first served basis until the cutoff date of 4 April, 2024.
- Single room rate: $339 per night plus tax
- Double room rate: $339 per night plus tax
- Triple room rate: $364 per night plus tax
- Quad room rate: $389 per night plus tax
Nearby Airports
Reagan National Airport (DCA)
- 35-minute ride (10 miles from meeting location)
- Uber transportation costs estimated at $20-$40 depending on vehicle size. Prices may vary based on time of day and traffic conditions.
Dulles International Airport (IAD)
- 40- minute ride (30 miles from meeting location)
- Uber transportation costs estimated at $60-$80 depending on vehicle size. Prices may vary based time of day and traffic conditions.
Baltimore/Washington Airport (BWI)
- 45-minute ride (35 miles from meeting location)
- Uber transportation costs estimated at $60-$90 depending on vehicle size. Prices may vary based on time of day and traffic conditions.