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May 17 through 21

Travel Information

Where is Knoxville?

The three stars on the Tennessee State Flag represent the three great regions of the state: East, Middle, and West. Knoxville is the third-largest city in the state and the largest city in East Tennessee, with a metropolitan population of over half a million.

Go to information on Knoxville and the surrounding region.

Air Travel

The McGhee Tyson Airport serves Knoxville with non-stop jet (yes, jet, not crop-duster) service to major cities and hubs including Atlanta, Charlotte, Chicago, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Dallas, Detroit, Houston, Memphis, New York, St. Louis, and Washington, DC. Airlines include American, Continental, Delta, Northwest, TWA, United, and US Airways. It is typically very easy to get in and out of the airport, with short walks and short lines.

Ground Transportation

Taxis are available at the airport, along with rental cars from Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, National, and Thrifty. Thrifty also has an office in the conference hotel itself.

Public Transportation

No public transportation is available from the airport to the conference hotel. The Knoxville Trolley Lines (buses that look like trolleys) provide free transportation throughout Downtown Knoxville. The Blue Line comes right up to the front door of the conference hotel.

Passports and Visas

A visitor visa may be required for travel to the United States, along with a valid passport. Please check with the American Embassy or Consulate in your area for detailed information, or talk to your travel agent.

Currency

Foreign currency can be exchanged at banks near the hotel. Note that there may be a substantial minimum on the exchange, such as $150. McGhee Tyson Airport does not have currency exchange services.

Go to the The Universal Currency Converter™ web site for help with foreign exchange rates.

Voltage

Electrical service is 120 volts, 60 cycle. You may need an adapter for use in electrical outlets. Check the Voltage Valet for information on requirements and to find adapters.

Weather

Late May is a beautiful time in Knoxville, typically warm but not hot. The historical averages for weather in Knoxville on May 17-21 are as follows.

• Record high: 93° F (34°C)
• Average high: 78° F (26° C)
• Average low: 58° F (14° C)
• Record low: 39° F (4° C)

The average precipitation for May is 4.33 inches (110 mm). It might rain some time during the week, or it might not. It is unlikely to rain all week. Check weather.com for current weather and averages.