Hotel and Travel Information
Getting To ISPID Houston 2025
The nearest airport is Houston Hobby Airport (HOU), about 8.4 miles (22 minutes by car) from the hotel. From the airport:
Taxi/Rideshare: Taxis, Uber, and Lyft are readily available and take about 10-15 minutes to pick you up. (Recommended)
Public Transit: The Houston Metropolitan Transit System operates buses and trolleys. From the airport, take Bus 073 to the Fannin South Transit Center and transfer to the red 700 METRORail to Dryden/TMC Station NB. The Houston Marriott should be a 2 minute walk and Hilton Houston is a 5 minute walk. (40-50 minutes to get to destination)
The furthest airport is George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), about 22.2 miles (36 minutes by car) from the hotel. From the airport
Taxi/Rideshare: Taxis, Uber, Lyft are readily available and take about 10-15 minutes to pick you up. (Recommended)
Public Transit: The Houston Metropolitan Transit System operates buses and trolleys. From the airport, walk to terminal C and take Bus 102 to Downtown and get off at Pierce St @ Travis St. Walk 3 minutes to Downtown Transit Center and get on METRORail- 700 Fannin South to Dryden/TMC Station SB. The Houston Marriott should be a 2 minute walk and Hilton Houston is a 5 minute walk.. (1 hour 32 minutes to get to destination)
Useful Information for delegates traveling from abroad
Entry to the United States
All travelers entering the U.S. must carry a valid passport. In most cases, your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your planned departure date from the U.S. Check with your country’s U.S. embassy or consulate to confirm your requirements.
In addition to a passport, you may also need one of the following:
1. A Visitor Visa (B-1/B-2)
This applies to most travelers attending meetings, conferences or tourism-related activities. Apply well in advance at your nearest U.S. embassy or consulate. Wait times can be lengthy, especially during peak travel seasons.
Find more information at travel.state.gov.
2. Visa Waiver Program and ESTA
If you are from a country participating in the Visa Waiver Program (VWP), you may travel to the U.S. without a visa. However, you must apply online for travel authorization through the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA).
Apply as early as possible—even if your travel plans are not finalized.
ESTA approval is usually valid for two years or until your passport expires.
Applications should be submitted at least 72 hours prior to departure.
To apply for ESTA, visit esta.cbp.dhs.gov.
We encourage international travelers to begin visa or ESTA applications as soon as possible.
Travel Safety and Resources
Review the U.S. Department of State Traveler’s Checklist for guidance on health, safety and document preparation.
Consider enrolling in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive travel alerts and make it easier for the U.S. Embassy to assist you during an emergency.
To enroll, visit step.state.gov.
Before You Depart
Double-check that your passport and any visa/ESTA documentation are valid and current.
Make copies of your important documents and store them separately from the originals.
Pack a printed copy of your ISPID 2025 registration confirmation, hotel confirmation and any emails from ISPID with speaking invitations for reference at entry.
