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Hotel & Transportation


Hotel Accommodations

The Hyatt Regency Milwaukee, which is located in the heart of downtown Milwaukee, will be the site of Wheat Ridge Ministries' 2008 "National Symposium on Health and Hope."  The Hyatt is connected to the Midwest Airlines Center convention facility, Federal Plaza and Grand Avenue Mall and is just two blocks from the Bradley Center, Performing Arts Center and Entertainment District and one block from the scenic Riverwalk.  Click here to visit the Hyatt Regency Milwaukee website.

Registrants must make their own hotel reservations directly with the Hyatt Reservation Center either online at http://milwaukee.hyatt.com/groupbooking/iwrm or by phone at 414.276.1234 (mention Wheat Ridge Ministries' National Symposium on Health and Hope).  The room rate is $119.   

Attending the LCMS CMGS Advocates for Ministerial Wellness Conference prior to the Symposium?  Please make your hotel room reservations with the Hyatt Reservation Center either online at http://milwaukee.hyatt.com/groupbooking/iwrm or by phone at 414.276.1234 (mention Wheat Ridge Ministries' National Symposium on Health and Hope).  The room rate is $119.   


Parking

The Hyatt Regency Milwaukee is pleased to offer all Symposium attendees (both those staying at the hotel and those commuting) a Valet Parking rate of $13 per day with unlimited in and out privileges.  Guests may also Self-Park in the hotel's parking facility for $16 per day with unlimited in and out privileges.   

Visiting Milwaukee

Much like other popular destinations, Milwaukee has many things to see and do, including a vibrant arts scene, a wealth of outdoor activities and a wide range of cultural attractions. What distinguishes Milwaukee from other cities is the warm hospitality and friendly attitude of the people who live here. The city's personal touch and heartfelt welcome makes Milwaukee an extraordinary place to visit.  Click here to learn more! 


Transportation

General Mitchell International Airport

General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) is a medium-hub airport owned and operated by Milwaukee County.  Mitchell's 13 airlines offer approximately 235 daily departures (plus 235 daily arrivals).  Close to 90 cities are served nonstop or direct from Mitchell International. It is the largest airport in Wisconsin.

Ground Transportation

Milwaukee County Shuttle Service

Shuttle operators provide scheduled service to downtown hotels and business locations. AIRPORT CONNECTION provides door-to-door airport service to hotels and all other locations in Milwaukee County.  You can contact AIRPORT CONNECTION at 800.236.5450 or online at www.mkelimo.com

Auto Rental

Alamo - 800.327.9633 • www.alamo.com

Avis - 800.831.2847 • www.avis.com

Budget - 800.527.0700 • www.budget.com

Dollar - 800.800.4000 • www.dollar.com

Enterprise - 800.325.8007 • www.enterprise.com

Hertz - 800.654.3131 • www.hertz.com

National - 800.328.4567 • www.nationalcar.com

Thrifty - 800.847.4389 • www.thrifty.com