Frequently Asked Questions

Evening (Saturday reception): Elevated business casual (e.g., nicer top, blazer, or dress)  

Even if you stay primarily in the hotel, you will likely do a significant amount of walking. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Many attendees choose to wear sneakers while commuting and switch to professional shoes upon arrival at the venue.

• Portable charger
• Water bottle
• Business cards
• Light jacket/wrap

Check-in will be located in the Sutton Complex on the second floor of the New York Hilton Midtown.

Conference staff will be at the CIEE welcome table to greet you and provide assistance.

Registration will be open 8am-5pm on Friday and Saturday; 7am-10am Sunday.

• Wi-Fi is included in all guest rooms
• Wi-Fi will be provided in the conference rooms

Yes – you can store your bags on the 1st floor at the luggage storage area (located near the Herb N’Kitchen restaurant and gift shop).

Saturday

• Breakfast is provided
• Lunch is provided
• Dinner – appetizers are provided at offsite reception at Monarch Rooftop

Sunday

• Breakfast
• Lunch

Yes – please make sure to include information about your restriction or allergy when you register.

We recommend budgeting approximate $75-$150 total for meals not included in the conference program:

Friday (arrival day)

• Lunch or snacks: $15–$30
• Dinner: $25–$60+

Sunday (departure day)

• Lunch/snacks: $15–$30

In New York City, casual meals typically range from $15–$35, while sit-down dinners are often $25–$60+ per person depending on the restaurant and neighborhood.

New York Hilton Midtown is located at 1335 Avenue of the Americas (6th Ave), between 53rd and 54th Streets.

From JFK Airport

• AirTrain + Subway (most affordable): ~$11 total, ~60–75 minutes
• Taxi (flat fare): ~$70–$90 including tolls/tip, ~45–75 minutes
• Rideshare (Uber/Lyft): ~$70–$120 depending on demand

From LaGuardia (LGA)

• Bus + Subway: ~$3–$5, ~45–60 minutes
• Taxi or Rideshare: ~$35–$70, ~30–60 minutes

From Newark (EWR)

• AirTrain + NJ Transit + Subway: ~$15–$25, ~60–75 minutes
• Taxi/Rideshare: ~$70–$120+, ~45–75 minutes

The closest subway station to Hilton Midtown is the 7 Av Station, located just a 3-minute walk away at 53rd Street and 7th Avenue.

Amtrak trains arrive at Moynihan Train Hall at Penn Station (8th Ave between 31st & 33rd St). You have three options from the station:

The E Train subway (10-15 minutes total):
Take the Uptown E train from 34 St – Penn Station.
Ride 3 stops to 7 Ave (53rd St & 7th Ave).
Walk 1 block east to 6th Avenue.

Walking: ~25-30 minutes straight up 7th or 8th Avenue to 53rd Street, then east to 6th Avenue.

Rideshare: ~10-25 minutes, depending on traffic. Pick up outside Moynihan Train Hall.

Yes, all rooms are 100% accessible

While we love the support of family and friends, we strongly encourage you to attend solo. The conference is a whirlwind weekend packed with sessions, and the schedule doesn’t leave much extra time. If you do choose to bring a guest, please keep the following in mind:

• Guests are not permitted to attend any official conference workshops, seminars, or sessions. These are strictly for registered attendees to ensure a focused learning environment.
• If you plan on having a guest join you for the weekend (even if they are only attending the Saturday event or staying in your hotel room), you must indicate this on your registration form so we can provide you with the correct pricing and availability.

• Friday arrival day – when your flight or train arrives in New York
• Sunday departure day – sessions will conclude at 1:15