Ways to Save on Travel

• Consider flying into Buffalo instead of Toronto to save as much as 50% on airfare. Savvy travelers fly on a U.S. discount airline into Buffalo and then take a shuttle or rent a car for the approximate two to three-hour drive into downtown Toronto. Split the cost of a rental car with a colleague and save even more.

View airlines that fly into Buffalo.

View airlines that fly into Toronto.

View bus lines with direct service from Buffalo, NY to downtown Toronto hotels.

• Book airfare early and compare rates on sites like www.kayak.com
•  Stay in the AIHce hotel block. AIHce staff negotiated multiple times to obtain the lowest rates in downtown Toronto. AIHce hotels range from $139 USD to $194 USD per night (based on USD to CAD exchange rate as of 3/10/09). The following hotels are still available at these great rates.

Delta Chelsea Hotel $190 CAD = $148 U.S.
The Fairmont Royal York $229 CAD = $178 U.S.
Sheraton Centre Toronto $225 CAD = $175 U.S.
The Westin Harbour Castle $225 CAD = $175 U.S.

•  Participate in the Shared Room Referral Program and cut hotel costs by 50%
•  Ensure your passport is up to date to avoid rush processing fees
•  When you arrive into Toronto, take the Airport Express Shuttle to your hotel instead of a taxi and save up to $30 one-way

Additional Ideas to Save Money Before Arriving and Onsite

•  Register by April 30 for significant savings on registration fees (up to $350)
•  Ride the complimentary Hotel Shuttle or walk – all AIHce hotels are close to the Centre
•  Avoid taxi fares in the evening by using the PATH – Toronto’s extensive underground walkway – or the city subway. Inexpensive day or weekly passes can be purchased.
•  Be sure to use your complimentary drink ticket at the Expo Opening Cocktail Reception
•  Use the complimentary AIHce Cyber/Message Centers to keep up with email
•  Use the Restaurant Reservation service to find restaurants that fit your budget. Inexpensive eateries may be found in many ethnic neighborhoods, including Chinatown, and at the St. Lawrence Market