Developmental Vascular Biology Workshop V and Genetics and Genomics of Vascular Disease Workshop II at the
NAVBO Workshops in Vascular Biology October 14-18, 2012 Asilomar Conference Grounds
Lodging - The meeting will be held at the beautiful Asilomar Conference Grounds. Asilomar is known as the "refuge by the sea." Located on the Monterey Peninsula, Asilomar is a historic site and part of the California State Park system. Visit the web site at www.visitasilomar.com
To make reservations you must complete the housing form (download here) and return via mail, fax or email directly to Asilomar. All contact information is included on the form. Please read the Cancellation Policy on the Housing Form. Reservations are for four-night stays only, October 14 at 4pm through October 18 at 11am - Standard rooms are $850.97 (single) and $526.65 (double) - meals are included.
Family Care - NAVBO does not provide childcare services, however, Asilomar recommends Corporate Kids Events, Inc. at 800-757-3580. NAVBO has not contracted with CKE, but parents may contact them individually.
Travel - Driving Directions from San Francisco / San Jose Asilomar is approximately 120 miles south of downtown San Francisco (about 105 miles from San Francisco International Airport) and about 75 miles south of San Jose. Take 101 south to 156 West. Take 156 West to Highway 1 South, through Monterey to the Pebble Beach / Pacific Grove exit, turn right on Holman Highway / 68 West. Stay on Highway 68 West/Holman Highway for 3.5 miles until it becomes a city street called Forest Avenue. Continue on Forest Avenue for about 1 mile and make a left turn onto Sinex Avenue. In just under 1 mile, Sinex Avenue ends right at the front gates to Asilomar.
Driving Directions from Los Angeles Asilomar is approximately 325 miles from downtown Los Angeles (about 310 miles from LAX). Take 101 North though Salinas to 156 West. Take 156 West to Highway 1 South, through Monterey to the Pebble Beach / Pacific Grove exit, and Highway 68 West. For about 3-1/2 miles you will then be on a portion of Highway 68 West that is also called the Holman Highway. Stay on Highway 68 West/Holman Highway until it becomes a city street called Forest Avenue. Continue on Forest Avenue for about 1 mile and make a left turn onto Sinex Avenue. In just under 1 mile, Sinex Avenue ends right at the front gates to Asilomar.
Driving Directions from Salinas Take Highway 68 West to Highway 1 South to Highway 68 West to Pacific Grove. Just past the Monterey Peninsula Airport, Highway 68 West overlaps Highway 1 for about 5 or 6 miles. Stay on Highway 68 West/Highway 1 and take the Pacific Grove exit. For about 3-1/2 miles you will then be on a portion of Highway 68 West that is also called the Holman Highway. Stay on Highway 68 West/Holman Highway until it becomes a city street called Forest Avenue. Continue on Forest Avenue for about 1 mile and make a left turn onto Sinex Avenue. In just under 1 mile, Sinex Avenue ends right at the front gates to Asilomar.
Airport Transportation Local taxi companies service the Monterey Peninsula Airport as does the Monterey-Salinas Transit bus system. Airport shuttle service to and from San Jose and San Francisco airports can be arranged in advance through Monterey Salinas Airbus by calling 831-373-7777 or visiting the Monterey Airbus website.
Public Transportation The Monterey-Salinas Transit bus system stops at the Monterey airport. The buses are clean and wheelchair accessible. The fare to Asilomar is $1.75 one way, and the total trip is about 30 minutes. Take any number Monterey-bound bus. Ask for a transfer when you board. Transfers are free. Tell the driver to announce the Monterey Transit Center, which is where you will disembark and transfer to the #1 Asilomar bus. There is rarely more than a 5-minute wait at the transfer point. The #1 bus will let you off at the front gate to the Asilomar Conference Grounds. MST buses also have room for two bicycles per bus. For more information, visit the Monterey-Salinas Transit website.
Limousine Service Main Event Limousines pride themselves on excellence that will make your event a memorable one. Transportation specialists for any size group or function based in Monterey California. Taxicab Service Taxicabs are available at the Monterey Airport for transfer to Asilomar. Fares are $20 - $25 one-way. For more information, visit Main Event Limousine website.
Car Rental The following are some of the car rental companies that service the Monterey area. It is highly recommended that you call to reserve your car well in advance, since some local events such as golf tournaments and music festivals have been known to create a rental car shortage.