The 2007 Sport Marketing Association (SMA) conference is scheduled for November 1-3 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, hosted by a consortium of schools: Duquesne University, Robert Morris University, Slippery Rock University, and West Virginia University.

Pittsburgh was establish in 1758. As of the 2000 Census, the city's population is estimated at 369,879, marking it as the second largest city in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Pittsburgh is the largest inland port in the United States, providing access to the nation's 9,000 mile inland waterway system. The total area is approximately 4.75% water (U.S. Census Bureau) which justifies why there are an estimated 720 bridges found within the city limits alone!

The average temperatures for the month of the November range from a high of 50.5 degrees to a low of 34.2 degrees fahrenheit. Approximately 3.02 inches of rain falls in November.

Pittsburgh is home to three professional sports teams: NFL's Pittsburgh Steelers; MLB's Pittsburgh Pirates; and NHL's Pittsburgh Penguins. Pittsburgh is the only city where all the major sports teams share the same two colors: black and gold. Whether you want to take in one of the 80 bars and pubs found in South Side Flats, scale 400 feet up Mt. Washington on the inclined plane railroad, known as the Duquesne Incline, shop at Station Square or learn about the history of Western Pennsyvlania including the impact of Pittsburgh's sports history at the Heinz History Center, you will see why Pittsburgh attracts 3.2 million tourists annually.

For more interesting facts about Pittsburgh, recreation, shopping, nightlife, dining, attractions, and event information, we encourage you to visit the Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania CVB website.

Renaissance Pittsburgh Hotel 107 6th Street Pittsburgh, PA, 15222 United States of America Telephone: (412) 562-1200 Fax: (412) 992-2010 Toll-Free: (800) 468-3571

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Surrounded by five world-renowned theatres in the heart of the Culture District, the Renaissance Pittsburgh Hotel is near all of the excitement of downtown Pittsburgh! Renaissance Pittsburgh Hotel is pleased to offer the following services to help make your stay as productive as possible:

• Complimentary Wireless Internet
• 32" Flat Screen TVs
• A variety of restaurants and lounges
• Concierge
• Full Service Business Center
• Laundry and dry cleaning
• Room service 18 hours per day
• Safe deposit boxes at front desk
• Soda, ice machines
• Printable Hotel Fact Sheet

Hotel Parking:

For the convenience of our guests, the hotel offers Valet Parking. 

• On-Site Parking: $3.00 per hour
• Off-Site Parking: Contact Hotel for Details
• Self-Parking: $12.00 for 24-hours in Garage (across from Hotel; no "In/Out")
• Valet Parking: $24.00 per day

Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) combines safety, security, efficiency and beauty in providing a seamless experience for travelers. Conde Nast Traveler's Magazine named PIT among the best in the United States and in the world in its People's Choice Awards. Renaissance Pittsburgh Hotel is accessible from PIT via several modes of transportation:

Express Shuttle USA:

• Cost is $19 per person each way, $34.00 for round trip.
• Shuttle ticket counter is located near Baggage Claim, next to Thrifty Rental Car (behind the elevator). Reservations are not required.
• For ticket information, call 412-321-4990.

Car Service:

• All major rental car companies provide services at the airport
• Yellow Cab Taxi - Approximate cost is $45.00 (one way).
• Public Transportation - Approximately $10.00 (one way).

Driving Directions from PIT Airport to Renaissance Hotel:

Renaissance Hotel Directions:
From the airport via PA 60 S., which becomes US 22/30 E. and becomes I-279 N. to Pittsburgh; continue to Pittsburgh through the Ft. Pitt Tunnel onto the Ft Pitt Bridge. Take the Liberty Ave. exit, proceed down ramp staying straight on Liberty Ave, continue to 6th St. and Liberty Ave intersection, turn left onto 6th St., hotel is located 2 block down on the right.

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The Port Authority of Allegheny County provides Bus, Light Rail Transit System and Incline service throughout Pittsburgh and the rest of Allegheny County. For fares, routes, and schedules, please visit the Port Authority's website.