Workshop Location & Overnight Accommodations
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The 2020 International Workshop on Agritourism (IWA) will be held October 27-29 at the Hilton Burlington Hotel in Burlington, Vermont, United States of America (USA). Click here to view the Hilton on Google Maps and create custom driving directions from your departure location.
Overnight accommodations are available to Workshop participants at the Hilton Burlington Hotel at a discounted group rate of $149/night. All guest room rates are subject to the prevailing Burlington, Vermont city and state taxes (currently 11%; tax rates subject to change). MAKE A RESERVATION: To make a reservation in the group block, click here to book online or call the Reservations Office at 1-800-445-8667, and mention this event, International Workshop on Agritourism, to get the special discounted rate. The discounted group rate will be available until the cut-off date of Friday, October 2, 2020, or until the block is full; whichever occurs first. |
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Make the most of your time in vermont
Plan to arrive early or stay late to make the most of your time in Vermont and the surrounding states and provinces. For Vermont travel and vacation planning resources, visit VermontVacation.com and Vermont.org, or call 1-800-VERMONT (1-800-837-6668). For customized agritourism experiences around Vermont, contact Origins of Food at https://www.theoriginsoffood.com/contact. Visit https://www.diginvt.com for authentic farm and food experiences.
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Parking at the conference Host hotel
There is a city-owned parking garage adjacent to the Hilton Burlington Hotel. Current rates are $15/night and the garage allows unlimited in-and-out access. Hourly rates are as follows.
- 0 – 2 Hours: Free
- 2 – 2.5 Hours: $2.00
- 2.5 – 3 Hours: $3.00
- 3 – 3.5 Hours: $4.00
- 3.5 – 4 Hours: $5.00
- 4 – 5 Hours: $6.00
- 5 – 6 Hours: $7.00
- 6 – 7 Hours: $8.00
- >7 Hours: $8.00
Travel Visas
Travel visas are required when visiting the United States from most other countries. You are responsible for securing the necessary visa(s) for your trip to the United States. Please leave yourself ample time to secure a visa. Click here to learn more and to apply.
Getting Here
Burlington, Vermont is accessible by air, car, rail, or bus. View details below to learn more about traveling to Burlington (source: Vermont.org).
By Air
The airport nearest to the Hilton Burlington where meetings and events will be held is the Burlington International Airport (BTV) (approximately a 15 minute drive or ride to the hotel).
With excellent air service, Burlington International Airport (BTV) is a convenient point of entry to northern and central Vermont. It’s several major carriers provides daily direct service to domestic and international visitors to and from: Atlanta, Charlotte, Chicago, Detroit, Newark, New York (JFK and LGA), Philadelphia, Washington DC (IAD and DCA), and in the winter, Toronto City.
Other nearby airports include:
With excellent air service, Burlington International Airport (BTV) is a convenient point of entry to northern and central Vermont. It’s several major carriers provides daily direct service to domestic and international visitors to and from: Atlanta, Charlotte, Chicago, Detroit, Newark, New York (JFK and LGA), Philadelphia, Washington DC (IAD and DCA), and in the winter, Toronto City.
Other nearby airports include:
- Montréal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport in Montreal, Quebec, Canada (approximately a 2 hour drive to the hotel)
- Manchester-Boston Regional Airport in Manchester, New Hampshire, USA (approximately a 2 hour and 40 minute drive to the hotel)
- Boston Logan International Airport in Boston, Massachusetts, USA (approximately a 3 hour and 30 minute drive to the hotel)
- Albany International Airport in Albany, New York, USA (approximately a 3 hour drive to the hotel)
By Car
Vermont is a convenient drive from anywhere in the eastern U.S. and southern Quebec and Ontario provinces of Canada. Major interstates 89 and 91 as well as Vermont state highways and scenic byways provide direct routes to downtowns and diverse outdoor recreation. Car Rental, Taxi and Limousine Services
Estimated drive times to Burlington:
Estimated drive times to Burlington:
- From Boston: 3hr, 20 min
- From Montreal: 1hr, 45 min
- From New York: 5 hr, 35 min
- From Ottawa: 3 hr, 40 min
- From Philadelphia: 6hr, 45 min
- From Toronto: 6 hr, 50 min
- From Washington, DC: 8hr, 50min
By Rail
Travel north on the Amtrak Vermonter line from Washington D.C., Baltimore, Philadelphia, New York, Hartford, or stops in Massachusetts and New Hampshire to one of nine vibrant Vermont communities offering an array of enticing attractions and events. The closest stop to the Hilton Burlington where the conference is being held is in Essex Junction (approximately 7 miles away).
Take in Vermont's scenic vistas and charming New England villages and downtowns bursting with arts, culture, and history. Experience the Green Mountain State's renowned recreational opportunities including world class ski resorts, mountain bike and cycling networks, and vast hiking trails. Get Amtrak Tickets
The Visit Vermont Fare provides a 20% discount on tickets purchased at least three days in advance. Learn more.
Take in Vermont's scenic vistas and charming New England villages and downtowns bursting with arts, culture, and history. Experience the Green Mountain State's renowned recreational opportunities including world class ski resorts, mountain bike and cycling networks, and vast hiking trails. Get Amtrak Tickets
The Visit Vermont Fare provides a 20% discount on tickets purchased at least three days in advance. Learn more.
By Bus
With Green Mountain Transit’s extensive route, traveling through Vermont without a car is a breeze. Affordable, safe and reliable, Green Mountain Transit gets you effortlessly around Burlington as well as adjacent towns like Winooski and South Burlington. Explore the Bus Route
Greyhound and Megabus also service Burlington, Vermont.
Greyhound and Megabus also service Burlington, Vermont.