Tours & Evening Events

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GUEST PROGRAM
The guest registration fee includes a ticket to the Opening Reception on Sunday evening, as well as access to the Exhibit Hall, daily continental breakfasts and admittance to the Spouse/Guest Hospitality Suite. (Admittance to the Spouse/Guest Hospitality Suite is by guest badge only).

All tours are available to registered attendees. Tickets can be ordered online at the AANS Web site, using the enclosed forms or onsite at the Tour Desk located in the San Diego Marriott Hotel
& Marina. Please note that onsite sales will be limited and accommodated on a space-available basis; advance registration is strongly encouraged. In accordance with a policy established by the AANS Board of Directors, medical registrants may not register for tours and activities scheduled in conflict with the Scientific Program, Monday through Wednesday.

Children under 18 years of age should register for the Annual Meeting, even though there is no registration fee. They will receive a badge. This badge will allow full participation in the guest program activities, excluding access to the Exhibit Hall. (Children under the age of 18 will not be admitted to the Exhibit Hall. Please make arrangements for your child's supervision prior to visiting the Exhibit Hall.) For guest program activities, children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

Any special needs requests must be made at least 30 days prior to the selected tour or event to guarantee accommodation. However, if a request is received within 30 days, we will make every effort to accommodate it.

TOURS & OPTIONAL EVENING EVENTS
Many attractions normally require that tickets be purchased months in advance with no guarantee of availability. Only through AANS tours are you most likely able to tour these exciting destinations.

Tickets will be distributed at the San Diego Marriott Hotel & Marina only. All delegates must have their tour tickets for participation and must provide proof of registration with proper identification (driver’s license or state ID).

To register for any of the guest program tours or events:

CANCELLATIONS
Cancellation for any tour must be submitted in writing no later than April 10, 2009, to s.williams@accessdmc.com or (619) 299-2209 (fax).

Cancellation requests received in writing on or before April 10, 2009, will receive a full refund, less a $10.00 processing fee. No requests for refunds will be accepted after April 10, 2009. The tour company also reserves the right to substitute appropriate sites if necessary. In the event that a tour must be cancelled, Access Destination Services will notify all registrants as soon as possible and will offer another tour option or issue a refund. Refunds for cancelled tours will be credited within four to six weeks following the meeting.

It is expressly agreed that AANS and Access Destination Services shall not be liable for any damage caused or incurred in connection with these optional activities. Attendees agree to indemnify AANS and Access Destination Services against liabilities arising from, or in connection with, the AANS Annual Meeting. Tours and optional evening events are available exclusively to AANS Annual Meeting attendees through Access Destination Services. Please click here to
register online for the tours. You may also complete the tour registration form and fax it directly to (415) 366-1713 (there is a $10 fee for registering via fax).

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Tours Descriptions

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SUNDAY, MAY 3, 2009

Sunday Brunch Harbor Cruise
10:15 AM – 1:30 PM
$140 per person

There is nothing more spectacular than standing at the bow of a yacht, and engaging in the full sensory experience that surrounds. You will step aboard an elegant yacht and have the opportunity to do just that. You may see the sparkling waters, the beautiful San Diego skyline or even marine life such as seals, pelicans and dolphins. You may hear the waves crashing or live music being performed. You may feel the warm sun on your face and the gentle breeze blowing through your hair. You may smell and taste the freshly prepared buffet brunch and refreshing mimosas.

You will be greeted by friendly and knowledgeable staff and escorted the short drive from the San Diego Marriott to the dock. Upon arrival you will step aboard a little piece of San Diego luxury. From the moment you step on board until the moment you disembark, you are sure to have a relaxing, fun ride on the bay. Cruising on the San Diego Bay will quickly become one of your favorite things to do in America's Finest City!

Temecula Valley Wine Country Tour
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
$155 per person

Enjoy the warm sun, beautiful countryside, and delightful wine of the Temecula Wine Country! You will visit two of the region's finest wineries to tour and taste their award winning wines.

You will spend the afternoon learning about and sampling some of California's premier wines. You will enjoy exclusive tours and wine tasting programs at two of the region's picturesque wineries' as well as a delicious, gourmet boxed lunch at one of them. Throughout the day, you will gain a wealth of knowledge about the area's vintages and begin to feel like true sommeliers. These informative, in-depth tours will give you the facts you need to impress your friends the next time you wine and dine together.

What better way to relax than in a beautiful place with a delicious glass of wine? You will be sure to enjoy the taste of luxury throughout this Southern California wine tasting experience!

AANS Opening Reception
6:30 – 8:30 PM
Included in Registration Fee

Join us at the AANS Opening Reception from 6:30 – 8:30 PM for a wonderful evening of food and entertainment while you enjoy the San Diego skyline and San Diego Bay.

MONDAY, MAY 4, 2009

Behind the Scenes at the San Diego Zoo
9:30 AM – 2:30 PM
$145 per person

Come and enjoy the excitement and wonder of San Diego's World-Famous Zoo! The World Famous San Diego Zoo has been the gem of San Diego for over 80 years. Starting as a small collection of animals, the zoo has grown tremendously! Today, the zoo has the largest collection of mammals, birds, and reptiles in North America, numbering 4,239 specimens representing 816 species and subspecies. This sanctuary boasts of being home to 1,607 mammals of 214 species and subspecies (56 endangered), 1,762 birds of 428 species and subspecies (16 endangered), and 869 reptiles and amphibians of 174 species and subspecies (6 endangered). Furthermore, the creatures at the zoo are nurtured in enclosures that closely simulate their natural environments. Plants are also abundant at the 100-acre zoo. It is also a lush botanical garden that houses more than 6,500 plant species!

Enjoy a VIP tour of the zoo. You are met at the entrance and escorted to your own private double-decker bus for a special look at the zoo, its operations and animal care. In this exclusive tour, you will see the animal's the way everyone wishes they could – upclose and personal. From the private double-decker bus, information will be given on exhibit design, breeding plants and animal nutrition.

Padre's Game @ PETCO Park
7:05 PM (game starts)
Approximately $68

Nothing is more all-American than hotdogs and baseball. Tonight, you will head to PETCO Park, to root, root, root for the home team! You will watch and cheer as our San Diego Padre’s take on the Colorado Rockies! Located in the heart of downtown San Diego, walking distance from the San Diego Marriott Hotel and Marina, PETCO is much more than a ballpark; it’s a highlight of this great city! Its exquisite towers and terraces offer panoramic views of the San Diego skyline and an intimate setting to enjoy America’s favorite pastime. Swing into PETCO Park and you will be sure to have a great time!

Introducing Aolani - one of the only sailing catamarans in San Diego. With 58 feet from bow to stern, Aolani will sail graciously over the bright blue Pacific! Elegant and modern appointments aboard the Aolani will pamper you with a luxurious sailing experience.

Sailing San Diego Bay Aboard the Aolani
12:30 PM – 4:30 PM
$149 per person

There is nothing as spectacular or exhilarating...as standing at the bow of your privately chartered boat, viewing the dazzling sight of San Diego's skyline or the dancing quality of lights reflected off the water. Feel pampered, privileged, relaxed and refreshed. It takes the art of entertaining to a whole new level.

Introducing Aolani - one of the only sailing catamarans in San Diego. With 58 feet from bow to stern, Aolani will sail graciously over the bright blue Pacific! Elegant and modern appointments aboard the Aolani will pamper you with a luxurious sailing experience.

TUESDAY, MAY 5, 2009

Kayaking Tour
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
$115 per person

Thrill-seekers and nature-lovers alike will be delighted by the athletic endeavor that this day on the water entails. Come explore one of the many San Diego County breathtaking ocean water areas – La Jolla, via kayak. After a brief paddle instruction and safety talk, our experienced guides will bring you andyour kayak down to the beach. You will launch your kayak from La Jolla Shores and paddle to the La Jolla Sea Caves taking in the gorgeous views and watching for the abundant wildlife. Along with numerous types of sea birds, hopefully you will spot some of the harbor seals, California sea lions or Pacific White-Sided Dolphins that inhabit the area. Next, you will kayak into the fascinating kelp beds of the La Jolla Ecological Reserve. Finally, on your way back, you will paddle past the surf zone and perhaps see someone 'hang ten'.

No experience necessary. Whether you have been sea kayaking before or want to try it for the very first time, this is the opportunity you are looking for!

Introducing Aolani - one of the only sailing catamarans in San Diego. With 58 feet from bow to stern, Aolani will sail graciously over the bright blue Pacific! Elegant and modern appointments aboard the Aolani will pamper you with a luxurious sailing experience.

Coronado Walking Tour
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
$68 per person

Join us for a leisurely walk through quaint Coronado, once the playground of presidents and princesses. Our tour begins with an overview of the island’s history – 460 years of history to be exact. Beginning in 1542 when Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo, a Spanish explorer first arrived in San Diego, all the way up until the finishing touches were put on the Hotel Del Coronado.

The Hotel Del holds the most stories, having been the filming site for the legendary film "Some Like It Hot" with Marilyn Monroe. Movie stars weren't the only residents of the hotel. British royalty also called it home. The Duke and Duchess of Windsor were guests, and the Duchess even has a building on the hotel grounds named after her – the Duchess of Windsor Cottage.

Further along our guide will point out the house where L. Frank Baum – author of the Oz books, most notably The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, spent winters. He wrote many of the books right here in Coronado!

An important part of Coronado's history – past and present – is aviation and the military. In 1911, Glenn Curtis opened an aviation camp in what is today Navy Air Station, North Island. In 1927, Col Charles Lindbergh took off on the first leg of hisjourney to St. Louis, New York and Paris from North Island. History is still a part of everyday life in Coronado with more than 85 historical sites designated in the city. In the spring of 2000, the Coronado Historical Association reopened its museum in newly restored historic space on Orange Avenue, the city’s main street. We will fill you with tales and tidbits of more than one hundred years of remarkable history.

San Diego Land and Sea Tour
12:30 PM – 4:30 PM
$62 per person

Enjoy "America's Finest City," through a special narrated guided tour. Some of the areas of interest you will see along the way include Historic Old Town, the site of the city’s original settlement where many of the old adobes and frame houses are still standing and have been completely restored, Balboa Park, considered one of the most beautiful, diversified and culturally enriching parks in North America, as well as the historical Gaslamp Quarter and Seaport Village.

After seeing our lovely city by land, you will be welcomed aboard a public harbor tour boat. You will cruise the calm waters of San Diego Bay to see the city and bustling harbor from a completely different perspective. Professional guides will narrate points of interest that may include the Coronado Bay Bridge, the Navy shipyards and aircraft carriers. Along the way, you might even see a seal or two cruising through the water. You haven't see San Diego until you have seen it from the water. It's an entirely different way to see the city

WEDNESDAY, MAY 6, 2009

Seaside Sightseeing in La Jolla
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
$68 per person

La Jolla, with the tantalizing charm of a Mediterranean isle, unique shops and breathtaking views of the Pacific, is a refreshing change of pace sure to delight even the most discriminating traveler!

Upon arrival in the heart of the shopping district in La Jolla, AANS guests will have some free time to explore, shop, and relax on their own before meeting up for a fantastic lunch along world famous Prospect Avenue! Often referred to as the Jewel of the Pacific Coast, you will surely find designer names you'll recognize and make wonderful discoveries in the many extraordinary owner-operated establishments.

After a day of shopping, you will head to the Scripps Institute of Oceanography to explore Birch Aquarium. Situated on a spectacular site overlooking the Pacific Ocean this unique facility presents undersea creatures in realistic habitats, and allows visitors to experience the frontiers of marine science through hands-on museum exhibits.

La Jolla is an exquisite combination of a southern European resort atmosphere and Southern California fun! La Jolla is truly the "jewel" of America's Finest City!