August 26 - 28, 2022
Portland, Maine
Travel Information
Venue, Hotel, and Travel Information for
Portland, Maine
Conference Venue
The 2022 Float Conference, as well as the pre-conference Start A Center Workshop will be held at the Cross Insurance Arena.
Cross Insurance Arena
1 Civic Center Square
Portland, ME 04101
Host Hotel
The Holiday Inn by the Bay is located just 1 block from our Conference venue. The CPO Course will also be held here.
We've contracted with our host hotel to guarantee a certain number of reservations in exchange for a discounted rate. If you can, please stay here so we can meet this goal!
Scroll down for alternative lodging options.
Holiday Inn by the Bay
88 Spring Street
Portland, ME 04101
Float Conference Rate:
$299/night (plus taxes)
Use the link below to get our group rate.
Transportation
Getting to Portland
There are many different ways to get to Portland, Maine, and we've listed some below. Take a look at Visit Portland Maine's full list for more information.
You can:
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Fly into Portland International Jetport (PWM).
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Catch a ride on a Concord Coach Lines Bus.
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Take the Amtrak Downeaster from as far as Brunswick or Boston.
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Sail The CAT (Ferry) from Nova Scotia.
Getting around Portland
Portland has plenty of public transportation available. Visit Portland Maine has all the details, but some highlights are listed below.
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Ride shares like Uber and Lyft
The downtown Portland area is very walkable - bring your walking shoes!
What to Pack
for Portland, Maine
Weather
In late August, temperatures in Portland, ME are usually quite pleasant, ranging from the high 50s - high 70s with a good chance of rain.
Layers
Because temperatures vary greatly from room to room, we recommend wearing layers to adjust as you need to throughout the day.
Events
Casual or business casual attire may feel most comfortable. Some attendees like to dress up a bit for the Saturday party.
Hydrate
We try to provide everything you'll need, but you might like to bring a refillable water bottle to refill throughout the event.
Alternative Lodging Ideas
Black Elephant Hostel
(hostel, not a hotel!)
A hostel in downtown Portland with a cool vibe, with the goal of fostering a social environment. Get your friends together for a sleep over!
4 min drive or 12 minute walk
AirBnb
You know the drill - check out AirBnb for local options! Maybe get a group together to split a bigger space, or rent a private room.
distances vary
Clarion Hotel -
Airport Portland Maine
A low key, pet-friendly hotel just a few miles from our venue. If you've attended a concert in Portland, you probably stayed here.
7-10 minute drive to the Arena
Get Creative
There are tons of lodging options in Portland. This list from Visit Portland offers alternatives like bed and breakfasts, cabins, and more.
distances vary