Housing and Travel
About Jackson Hole
The Town of Jackson is the county seat of Teton County and the only incorporated municipality in the county. Jackson is the name of the town, and "Jackson Hole" as it's often called, refers to the whole area, which is a 50 mile-long valley, surrounded by high mountains. The current population of Jackson is approximately 8,647.
Jackson is a popular tourist destination because of its proximity to Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks, its unmatched scenic beauty, the world-class skiing and its western character.
The mission of the Town of Jackson is to provide a high quality of life and to protect and enhance values that accommodate a diversity of lifestyles within the community, while promoting a healthy and stable economy that embraces sensitivity and respect towards the environment.
Please visit the Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce website for more information at www.jacksonholechamber.com.
Hotel Reservations
Housing Deadline: Thursday, May 11, 2010
LOWER HOTEL RATE NOW AVAILABLE - BOOK TODAY!
A block of sleeping rooms has been reserved for the convenience of IODC or OF&T meeting attendees at the Snow King Resort.
The meeting rates are:
Single Room |
USD $ 185 |
Double Room |
USD $ 185 |
Extra Person Charge |
USD $ 10 |
Complimentary Wireless Internet service will be available to guests who book within the OSA group block.
Online group bookings are not available with the Snow King Resort. Reservations may be made by phone, fax, email or mail.
Government Rates can only be requested by calling the Snow King Resort at +1 800.522.5464.
- Phone: Call toll-free at +1 800.522.KING (5464) or direct at +1 307.733.5200 and requesting The Optical Society or IODC or OF&T group rate.
- Email: reservations@snowking.com
- Fax: +1 307.733.4086
- Mailing:
SNOW KING RESORT RESERVATIONS
PO Box SKI
400 E. Snow King Avenue
Jackson Hole, WY 83001
USA
Complete the Snow King reservation form (PDF 128 KB). Any incomplete information will create delays in processing your hotel reservation. An email confirmation will be supplied to you once your room is booked.
Individual attendee deposits are fully refundable only if reservations are canceled with Hotel at least 72 hours prior to scheduled arrival.
Deposits and Cancellations:
- One (1) night room and tax will be charged to your credit card upon making your reservation.
- Reservations may be cancelled 72 hours prior to arrival to receive a full refund. Cancellations received within 72 hours of arrival will forfeit one (1) night's room and tax deposit.
- Full payment in advance is not required.
The Snow King Resort must receive reservations no later than May 11, 2010. After this date, the balance of the rooms will be released to the hotel.
Snow King Resort
400 E Snow King Ave
PO Box SKI
Jackson Hole, WY 83001
United States
Tel.: +1 307.733.5200
Fax: +1 307.733.4086
Travel / Letters of Invitation:
Attention Nationals and Citizens of Visa Waiver Program countries:
Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA)
As of 12 January 2009, all nationals and citizens of Visa Waiver Program (VWP) countries will be required by law to obtain a travel authorization prior to initiating travel to the United States under the VWP. This authorization may be obtained through the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA), a free internet application administered by the Department of Homeland Security though a U.S. government Web site.
Register Online for entry to the United States
Visa Waiver Program Frequently Asked Questions
Letters of Invitation:
The application process for an international visa can take up to six months or more. You will need to apply for your visa as early as possible, but no later than three months before you wish to enter the US.
One factor that increases the processing time is the personal interview, now required for most applicants as a standard part of visa processing. As soon as you know that you will need a visa for travel, you should contact the embassy or consulate to schedule an appointment for screening.
Individuals requiring letters of invitation to obtain travel visas may contact OSA directly by one of the following methods:
- Online: Letter of Invitation Request Form
- Fax: +1 202.416.6100
- Mail:
Optical Society of America, Meetings Department
2010 Massachusetts Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20036
In all requests please include the following:
(When requesting letters for more than one individual, please include all information stated above for each person.)
- Your full name as it appears on your passport
- Your complete mailing address
- Your phone and fax numbers
- Indicate which meeting you will be attending
- If you are presenting a paper, include the title and the session in which that paper will be presented
- If you are exhibiting, please indicate that in your request
- Individuals from China should include the passport number, the date of birth and the gender of each person requesting an invitation letter
- Indicate which meeting you will be attending
All letters of invitation will be sent by airmail or by fax unless a Federal Express account number or credit card number with expiration date is provided on the original request. Please allow ample time for processing requests. OSA is not able to contact US or Canadian Embassies in support of an individual attempting to gain entry into the host country to attend an OSA meeting.
Weather:
All summer long you will find the refreshing alpine weather: average high temperatures reach a comfortable 82 degrees.
Spring (late April-June): Mild days and cold nights interspersed with rain and occasional snow.
Summer (July and August): Warm days and cool nights prevail, with afternoon thundershowers common.
The current weather forecast for Jackson Hole, Wyoming can be found here.
Electricity:
Standard 120v/60c voltage electricity is used in hotels.
Currency:
The local currency is the US dollar. Credit cards are widely accepted. Traveler's checks are accepted at many businesses. For the latest currency exchange click here.
Transportation
Airline Travel
The local airport is Jackson Hole Airport (JAC).A taxi from the airport to Snow King Resort is approximately US$ 32 one-way.
Snow King Resort offers complimentary airport shuttle for all guests of the Hotel, Condominiums and Love Ridge Resort Lodges!
Rental Cars
A selection of rental car dealerships is available at Jackson Hole Airport.
Driving Directions
From Jackson Hole Airport
Exit the airport on E Airport Road and take a Right on S US-191/US-26/US-89. This will become S Cache Drive as you reach the town of Jackson. Continue on this road. Turn Left at E Snow King Ave. The road will end at the Snow King Resort.
General Directions
From I-70: In Denver, go I-25 North to Cheyenne, there take I-80 West to Rock Springs, North on Hwy. 191, onto Hwy.189/191 into Jackson.
From I-80: At Rock Springs, go North on Hwy. 191, onto Hwy. 189/191 into Jackson.
From I-15 South: Continue North through Salt Lake City to Idaho Falls, take Hwy. 22 East through Tetonia, Driggs & Victor, ID and over Teton Pass, through Wilson, WY to Jackson.
From I-15 North: At Idaho Falls take Hwy. 26 through Tetonia, Driggs & Victor, ID and over Teton Pass, through Wilson, WY to Jackson.
Ground Transportation
A free Town Shuttle is available from the Snow King Resort the town of Jackson. Please contact the concierge for a schedule and more information. START Bus provides service from Jackson to Teton Village.
