Global Conference Helpful Information

Airport / Airline / Transportation Information

Global Conference attendees should fly into Salt Lake City International Airport.

Multiple ground transportation options are available from the airport to the Sheraton Salt Lake City:

  • Uber or Lyft - Plan on US $20-30 each way. Travel time is approximately 15 minutes.
  • TRAX - take the Green line from the airport. Exit at Courthouse Station. It is a 2-block walk to the hotel from Courthouse Station. FAREPAY card is US $3, and one-way fare is US $2.00 (20% discount for FAREPAY card holders). Travel time is approximately 30 minutes.
  • Cabs are available for approximately $25/cab, each way. Travel time is approximately 15 minutes.

Electronic Devices

NPAworldwide requests that all electronic devices (cell phones, pagers, tablets, laptops, etc.) be silenced during educational sessions and meals. If it is necessary to use your cell phone, please step outside the meeting room to an area that will not disturb others.

Electronic Travel Authorization for International Attendees

If you are an international attendee from a country that participates in the visa waiver program, please note the following. As of January 12, 2009, all visitors will be required to pre-register electronically (ESTA) with Customs and Border Protection before travel. To learn more or to pre-register, please visit https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov/esta/. If you need to apply for a visa, NPA will be happy to issue an invitation letter upon request.

Getting Around Salt Lake City

Uber and Lyft both serve the greater Salt Lake City market as well.

TRAX offers a fare-free zone around the downtown area.

Host Hotel

The Global Conference will be held at the Sheraton Salt Lake City, 150 West 500 South, Salt Lake City, UT 84101. The phone number is +1 888 627-8152.

Hotel Reservations

NPAworldwide has reserved a block of rooms at the Sheraton Salt Lake City at the discounted rate of US $189/night (plus tax) for single or double accommodations. Basic guest room wifi is available to NPAworldwide members on a complimentary basis. This special rate is available until April 8, 2024 or until the block sells out, whichever comes first. Make reservations here.

Mobile App

Once again, NPAworldwide will be offering a mobile app through Whova. Download the app now!

Parking

Self-parking is available at the Sheraton Salt Lake City for US $8/day / US $15 overnight.

Photo Release/Company Release

NPAworldwide occasionally uses photographs, video images, or company names of meeting participants in its promotional materials. By virtue of your attendance, you automatically agree to usage of your likeness and company name in such material.

Planning Your Trip

Here are some articles and websites that may be helpful as you plan your trip to Salt Lake City:

Responsible Drinking

NPAworldwide encourages an atmosphere of responsible drinking. Non-alcoholic beverages will be available at all social events. The drinking age is 21. Alcoholic beverages will not be served to anyone under the age of 21 and service may be denied to individuals who appear intoxicated. Attendees may not bring their own alcoholic beverages into any NPAworldwide function.

Smoking

The Sheraton Salt Lake City is a 100% smoke-free property. Smoking is not permitted anywhere on hotel property, including guest rooms or any public spaces.

Weather

The average daytime high temperature in May is 72° F / 22° C. Overnight temperatures cool down to an average of 52° F / 11° C. You may wish to have a sweater or light jacket for the evenings.

What to Wear

Suggested attire is business casual. For men, this includes slacks, golf-style shirts, blazers, or sweaters. For women, this includes slacks, skirts, golf-style shirts and blouses, blazers or sweaters, and comfortable shoes. Suits, ties, day-to-evening dresses and high heels are not required for NPAworldwide functions. Off-site venues (restaurants, theaters, etc.) may have dress codes; please check with individual venues prior to traveling. Meeting room temperatures can vary; dressing in layers is advised.

Wi-Fi

Basic guest room wifi is available to Marriott Bonvoy members. Attendees may need to use their cellular service or create their own hotspots to access wifi in the meeting space. NPAworldwide does not warrant that the wifi service provided by the Sheraton Salt Lake City to its guests will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or other harmful components. No information you consider confidential should be transmitted via this network.