About Scottsdale, Arizona

Blessed with sunshine, ample outdoor activities and spirited Western-flavored culture and history, Scottsdale is one of those special destinations that is inviting to everyone. As a city that is simple and affordable to get to, Scottsdale's sunny skies and lush Sonoran Desert setting make it the perfect backdrop for the 63rd Annual Meeting of the AACPDM.

Transportation
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
3400 E. Sky Harbor Boulevard Phoenix, AZ 85034
Website: http://phoenix.gov/skyharborairport/index.html 

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, the main facility serving Scottsdale, hosts more than 42 million passengers each year, making it one of the top 10 busiest airports in the country. Located in the heart of the southwestern United States, more than 20 airlines provide more than 100 non-stop flights out of Sky Harbor each day to domestic destinations and connecting service to anywhere in the world. Customer service amenities include Wi-Fi, a consolidated Rental Car Center and a unique audio and visual passenger-paging system.

The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa is 20 miles away from Sky Harbor International Airport.

Ground Transportation To/From Airport:
Shuttle Service
AAA Sedan provides airport shuttle service to/from The Westin Kierland. The cost is $50 each way (up to 3 people) and they will meet you curbside by the blue diamonds outside of all terminals at Sky Harbor Airport or they can meet & greet you at baggage claim for an additional $20 each way. To make arrangements, email info@kierlandresort.com or call AAA Sedan at 602- 454-7433.

Taxi
Taxi service is available outside of all terminals.

Car Rental
Hertz is conveniently located on property at the Westin.
Phone Number: 1-480-624-1239

Weather
The average temperature in Scottsdale, AZ in September ranges between 75-98 degrees Fahrenheit. Scottsdale, AZ averages approximately .86 inches of precipitation in September.

Time Zone
Scottsdale is in the Mountain Standard Time (MST) zone, which is 7 hours behind UTC (Universal Time, Coordinated). Most of Arizona does not observe Daylight Saving Time and so operates Mountain Standard Time all year around. During the AACPDM 63rd Annual Meeting, September 23-26, 2009, Scottsdale will be at the same time as California.

For more information about Scottsdale, AZ, please visit the following websites:
www.scottsdalecvb.com 
http://www.scottsdaleaz.gov/Visitors.asp 
http://www.go-arizona.com/Scottsdale