Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hotel's proximity to the nearest airport?

Louis Armstrong International Airport (MSY) is approximately 15 miles from the hotel.

What are my parking options at hotel?

Overnight valet parking is available for a cost of $46 plus tax per day/per vehicle.

What are my options for getting to and from the hotel:

• Taxi: $36 one way for up to 2 people.

• Airport shuttle: $30 per person one way, $56 per person round trip, depending on the number of guests and the amount of luggage (read more about airport shuttles)

• Public transportation from New Orleans Regional Transit Authority: Streetcar and bus are available, both cost $1.25 one way, $3 for an all-day pass.

• Transportation Network Companies (e.g., Lyft, Uber): Prices vary depending on the time of day.

What is the dress code for the meeting?

The dress code for the event is business casual.

Health and Safety Information

The FMCSA follows the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidance regarding prevention based on community data.

• Current COVID-19 community level information may be found via the CDC Tracker.

• Find more information on the State of Louisiana's COVID-19 protocols https://coronavirus.la.gov/ and additional information from the Louisiana Department of Health https://ldh.la.gov/coronavirus/.

• Find more information on City of New Orleans, Louisiana health department COVID-19 guidance https://nola.gov/health/coronavirus/.

• Find more information on the Marriott New Orleans COVID-19 Property details https://clean.marriott.com/.

• Given that situations are always subject to change, it is recommended that all attendees be prepared to show proof of vaccination or testing status (as required) should the need arise.

For additional information about COVID-19, please see the following resource:

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html

The FMCSA will notify attendees of any changes to the observed protocols as soon as possible should they occur.

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

If you have any questions, please contact Karen Brooks at MCSAP.Western@dot.gov.

2023 MCSAP Planning Meeting and ITD-PRISM Workshop