Welcome to Providence!
Providence, Rhode Island – The Creative Capital -- has been celebrated for its stellar dining, arts scenes, and creating a
memorable experience for meeting and event attendees. Recently named the #1 City in America by Travel + Leisure readers in
its "America's Favorite Cities" 2014 poll, Providence offers a thriving arts community, vibrant and diverse neighborhoods,
outstanding hotels, a renowned restaurant scene and many things to do, all combined with the accessibility and friendliness of a
small town with the culture and sophistication of a big city. A perfect place to visit!
Providence is and always was a place for the fiercely independent, boasting a story of innovators, industrialists, intellectuals, and
the irrepressible. Founded in 1636 by Roger Williams, the city was established as a haven for freedom of conscience -- where
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freedom of thought reigned and made way for freedom of action. From a great 18 century seaport to the birthplace of the
American Industrial Revolution to today’s flourishing cultural and academic community.
Students and alumni of Brown University, Providence College, and Rhode Island College, among others, bring vitality to the
city’s intellectual life. The famous Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) lends the city a hipster cool, with many young artists
coming to study and staying to begin their careers. The world’s largest culinary educator, Johnson & Wales University, has had
a tremendous impact on Providence’s much-lauded restaurant scene.
Explore Federal Hill, known for its eateries, galleries, and unique shops/boutiques. Hailed as “One of the Best Five Little Italys in
the US” by Chef Mario Batali, the city’s rich Italian influence makes Providence a foodie’s dream destination and offers scores of
options for your next great meal!
Downtown Providence is compact and walkable. Stroll riverside pathways and timeworn streets to witness the city’s model
for the adaptive reuse of buildings while preserving much of the stunning architecture of bygone eras. Its rivers are edged
by cobblestone walkways, park benches, trees and flowering plants, and bisected by a series of graceful Venetian bridges
connecting downtown Providence to the city's East Side. Gourmet restaurants and upscale shopping are nearby, including
the Providence Place Mall featuring retail favorites Macy’s, Nordstrom, Apple, Tiffany & Co., DSW, Crate and Barrel, and
Restoration Hardware – just to name a few.
Its central Southern New England location makes Providence an easily reachable destination. By plane, by train, or by car,
it lies one hour from Boston, one and a half hours from Hartford, and three hours from New York City. We look forward to
sharing a small, but very special corner of Southern New England!
Transportation Information:
By AIR:
T.F. Green Airport (PVD) (Providence) was recently named one of the "Top Five Alternative Airports" in the country by
Forbes magazine and received a Reader's Choice recommendation from Condé Nast Traveler. Just ten minutes from
downtown Providence offering more than 150 flights daily via major carriers.
Airlines
Air Canada
Cape Air
Delta Airlines/Delta Connections
jetBlue
Southwest Airlines
United Airlines/United Airlines Express
US Airways/US Airways Express
(888) 247-2262
(800) 352-0714
(800) 221-1212
(800) JET-BLUE ((800) 538-2583)
(800) 435-9792
(800) 864-8331
(800) 428-4322
aircanada.com
flycapeair.com
delta.com
jetblue.com
southwest.com
ual.com
usairways.com
Ground transportation options from T.F. Green Airport to Downtown Providence:
Airport Shuttle Service Operators
Airport Taxi & Limo
All Occasion Transportation
Newport Shuttle
Prestige Limousine
Sentinel Limousine
(401) 737-2868
(401) 454-1380
(401) 846-2500
(401) 732-8600
(401) 765-5595
airporttaxiri.com
alloccasionlimo.com
cozytrans.com
arrowprestigelimo.com
sentinellimo.com
Taxi Service
Taxi service to and from T.F Green into Providence costs approximately $30.00 each way.
Car Rental
Major car rental services are available upon arrival into Green Airport. Please call for availability and rates:
Alamo
Avis
Budget
Dollar
Enterprise
Hertz
National
Thrifty
(401) 739-0696
(401) 736-7500
(401) 739-8986
(401) 739-8450
(401) 861-4408
(401) 738-3550
(401) 737-4800
(401) 732-2000
alamo.com
avis.com
budget.com
dollar.com
enterprise.com
hertz.com
nationalcar.com
thriftyri.com
***Alternate Airport Option: Logan International Airport (BOS) (Boston, MA) is less than 50 miles from Providence
offering convenient transportation options including bus service pick-up within steps of all five of its airport terminals. Peter
Pan’s 10 daily departures leave directly from Logan to downtown Providence, and AMTRAK and commuter rail service is
readily available from downtown Boston as well. ***
By TRAIN:
Providence is located on AMTRAK’s Northeast Corridor between Washington DC, New York City, and Boston. Highspeed Acela Express train service transports passengers from New York City to Providence in about two and a half hours;
Northeast Regional service extends the ride to approximately three and a half hours. For rates/tickets call 1-800-USARAIL or visit www.amtrak.com.
The Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority (MBTA) runs low cost commuter trains to Providence from Boston and other
points in Massachusetts. Call 1-800-392-6100 or visit www.MBTA.com for schedules and fares.
The Providence Train station is located 5 blocks from the Omni Providence and Rhode Island Convention Center. Taxis
are readily available outside the station or enjoy an easy walk.
By BUS:
Peter Pan Bus Lines
Greyhound
Megabus (betw NY & PVD)
(888) 751-8800
(800) 231-2222
(877) 462-6342
peterpanbus.com
greyhound.com
megabus.com
RI Public Transit Authority (local)
(800) 244-0444
ripta.com
By CAR:
Located at the intersection of I-95 and I-195, Providence is 50 miles from Boston (approximately one hour) and 185 miles
from New York City (approximately three hours). For a detailed map of the area, please visit the Providence Warwick CVB
website at www.goprovidence.com.
Hotel Information:
Omni Providence
1 West Exchange Street
Providence, Rhode Island 02903 USA
(401) 598-8000
Reservations: Call (800) 843-6664 or reserve online at http://www.omnihotels.com/hotels/providence/meetings/erappa-annualconference and request the ERAPPA Conference rate -- $189*+tax!
For those in search of the spirit of the city, the landmark Omni Providence Hotel is situated in a premier downtown location,
placing guests steps away from all the best Providence has to offer -- historic attractions, gourmet restaurants, upscale
shopping, entertainment, and more.
The Omni Providence is conveniently connected to the Rhode Island Convention Center (RICC), the Dunkin’ Donuts
Center, and the Providence Place Mall. Visitors can enjoy their choice of dining venues, as well, including Centro
Restaurant, Flemings Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar, and Morsel's.
The hotel has 564 oversized guest rooms and suites accentuated with breathtaking views of Providence and its downtown
skyline, all while providing luxurious accommodations and amenities guests have come to expect from Omni Hotels &
Resorts.
Hotel Amenities & Facilities:
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Non-smoking luxury hotel
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Plush robes
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Iron/Ironing board
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Coffeemaker
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Turndown service
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Hair dryer
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In-room safe
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Mini-fridge
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Flat-panel HDTV
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Dual-line telephones
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Speakerphone
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Voicemail
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WiFi Internet service (complimentary during your ERAPPA stay)
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AM/FM alarm clock
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Access to Capital Club Fitness Center
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Proximity to beaches, golf, and tennis for endless options to relax in the Ocean State!
* The Omni Providence Hotel will rebate $10 per occupied room night to the organization to assist ERAPPA 2015 offset conference costs incurred at the
Rhode Island Convention Center.
Weather
Rhode Island’s average temperature for the entire year is near 50 degrees, with April through June and September through
mid-November the most delightfully moderate seasons. January and February are the coldest months, with a mean
temperature near 29 degrees, and July and August the warmest, with a mean close to 72 degrees.
Rhode Island has no regular "rainy" or "dry" season, with precipitation fairly evenly distributed throughout the year. The first
measurable snowfall of winter generally comes toward the end of November, but may be as late as January. The month of
greatest snowfall is usually February.
Jan
Feb
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38
o
20
o
Mar
46
o
57
o
28
o
37
o
o
Avg. High
Avg. Low
18
Mean
28
30
37
3.9 in
3.6 in
4.1 in
Avg. Precip.
Apr
o
36
May
o
67
o
47
47
o
4.1 in
Jun
o
76
o
56
57
o
3.8 in
Jul
o
82
o
64
67
o
3.3 in
Aug
o
80
o
61
74
o
3.3 in
Sep
o
74
o
54
71
o
3.6 in
Oct
o
64
o
44
64
o
3.5 in
Nov
o
54
o
34
54
o
3.7 in
Dec
o
41
o
o
24
44
o
34
4.4 in
4.4 in
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