Book your room

A block of rooms has been reserved at the conference hotel, Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort, for the conference dates April 19 - 22, 2010. The conference rate is $175 + tax per night and may be offered three days before and three days after the conference dates if rooms are available.


Rooms are still available Monday-Friday, April 19-23 at the conference rate. Rooms on Sunday, April 18 are sold out at the conference rate, but may still be available. Please call the hotel (tel: 1-727-461-3222) directly to secure rooms and mention the Symposium when booking.

Housing is available at the conference rate through the following conference link:
Standard block
Government block - SOLD OUT

Please remember the conference dates have changed for 2010. Sessions will begin Monday, April 19 and continue through the banquet on Thursday, April 22.

Complimentary wireless internet

Only those attendees booking reservations in the SIM block through the housing link will receive complimentary internet.

About the hotel

Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort

400 Mandalay Avenue
Clearwater Beach, Florida, USA
Tel : 727.461.3222
Fax: 727.461.0610


Located along 10 acres of sparkling white-sand beach overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, the Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort provides the perfect environment for business and leisure. The resort is a tropical oasis encompassing lush, native pines in the north and the coast's white-sand beaches and barrier islands. It is nestled in the heart of a vibrant natural playground that showcases amazing deep-sea fishing, surf casting, and wildlife habitats. Other attractions near Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort include:

  • Deep-sea fishing, dolphin excursions, and sunset dinner cruises, available across the street at the Clearwater Marina
  • Sunsets at Pier 60 daily festival, located next door, with arts and crafts, street performers, and live music, all while the sun sets over the Gulf of Mexico
  • 44 Golf courses in the area, with varying costs
  • Boutiques and restaurants, within easy walking distance
  • Professional sports, including the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Tampa Bay Devil Rays, Tampa Bay Lightning, and spring training for three pro baseball teams

The resort is located just 20 minutes from St. Petersburg/Clearwater International Airport (PIE) and just 30 minutes from Tampa International Airport (TPA).

The Hilton Clearwater Beach offers a wide range of services, including the following, for the convenience of its guests: 24-hour business center, on the lobby level; photocopies, fax transmittals, and convention printing; transparencies, office supplies, and typing services; notary public; concierge staff, for assistance with nearby activities; and, free pool and beach towels, for use during your stay.

Recreational options at the resort include:

  • Two heated beachside pools and Jacuzzi
  • State-of-the-art cardiovascular fitness room
  • Fun Factory, a supervised children’s program
  • Beach volleyball
  • Onsite parasailing, wave running, and kayaking
  • Snorkeling, deep-sea fishing, and sailing available through concierge
  • Sunset champagne/picnic baskets from the beach club shop
  • Beach-cabena rentals on property
  • Several onsite dining settings with beachfront food service