LODGING and travel DETAILS

Hotel Information

KC Marriott Country Club Plaza
4445 Main St.
Kansas City, MO 64111

Lodging Details:

  • All attendees will stay at Kansas City Marriott Country Club Plaza.
  • Local commuters are required to lodge and stay on-site at the hotel.

Travel Details

Attendees are responsible for their own airfare and ground transportation to and from the event. 

Arrival: Wednesday, July 15

  • Registration will be open from 11:00 a.m. CST to 2:30 p.m. CST.
  • Welcome session begins at 3:00 p.m. CST.

Departure: Friday, July 17

  • Departure for airport can take place after 1:00 p.m. CST.
  • Recommended flight departure time no earlier than 3:00 p.m. CST.

Additional Details

Transportation
Attendees are responsible for their own airfare and ground transportation to and from the event. The KC Marriott Country Club Plaza is approximately 25 miles from Kansas City International Airport (MCI). Available transportation options include taxis, rental cars and rideshare services like Uber and Lyft.

Additional Hotel Stays
A two-night hotel stay for July 15-17 only is included for all attendees. The group rate for the Varsity Yearbook Adviser Experience applies during the event dates and extends three days before and after, based on hotel availability.

If additional nights are required beyond this period, a separate reservation will be necessary, and payment must be provided on-site by the attendee. You will be contacted with additional information if your registration form reflects dates outside of the July 15-17 window, along with the available nightly rate. Rooms are not guaranteed. 

Communications
Be sure to include an email address during registration that is accessible to you during and after the close of your school year.

Cancellation and event policies can be found here. 

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