Hotel

The conference site is:

The Florida Hotel & Conference Center
Address: 1500 Sand Lake Rd, Orlando, FL 32809

Guests should register directly with the hotel at this website:  http://www.thefloridahotelorlando.com

a. Click on the button "Check availability."
b. On the 2nd page, click on the button "Groups."
c. On the 3rd page, enter Group ID: 3318 and Password: 10797, and  
click the button "Find Groups."
d. The Group Name that appears should say "IEEE IECON MEETING." Click  
the link "Make Reservation."

Please note that the special rate of $139/night has been reserved for  
the week of Saturday, 8 Nov 2008 through Friday, 14 Nov 2008.

Airport

Orlando International Airport (code MCO) is located just a few minutes from the conference hotel. A map of the terminal is available at the airport website: http://www.orlandoairports.net/images/diagrams/terminal_layout_l.jpg

The terminal has three levels. All gates and ticketing are at the uppermost Level 3. Baggage claim in at Level 2. Ground transportation (bus, taxi, shuttle) is at the lowest Level 1.

Current information about ground transportation:

http://www.orlandoairports.net/ops/bus_taxi.htm

Orlando area

Orlando enjoys a world-reknowned reputation as a wonder family vacation area, with numerous lodging and activity options to appeal to all ages and price ranges. Persons interested in local activities are encouraged to visit the Orlando/Orange County Convention & Visitors Bureau website: http://www.orlandoinfo.com/

November weather in Orlando is generally mild. Average high/low temperatures are 80/60°F (27/16 °C). A light sweater for evening activities is appropriate. Rainfall and humidity greatly diminishes compared to summer months.