About Coronado Springs Resort
ICIP 2012 will be held at the Disney Coronado Springs Resort, located in Lake Buena Vista, Florida, a suburb of Orlando. Disney's Coronado Springs Resort is a Southwest-themed Disney resort hotel encircling Lago Dorado—a glimmering 22-acre lake—that evokes the spirit and romance of Spanish-colonial Mexico.
Follow in the footsteps of explorer Don Francisco de Coronado, a 16th century Spanish explorer, who set sail for the New World in 1540. He was in search of the Seven Cities of Cibola and their fabled riches of gold. He never found the legendary riches, but members of his group became the first Europeans to reach the Grand Canyon.
From the welcoming spring-fed Fountain of the Doves to the hidden treasures of the Mayan-ruin themed Dig Site pool, escape to a tranquil lakeside vacation destination where relaxation is your reward. A serene atmosphere infuses the guest rooms, conference facilities, shops, restaurants and cantinas, inspired by faraway places where time goes by just a little bit slower than usual.
The brightly colored Spanish-style Guest rooms are separated into three distinctly themed areas. The Casitas offer an urban terra-cotta paradise. The rustic Ranchos resemble charming Southwestern pueblos. Cabanas provide a quaint beachfront retreat complete with cozy hammocks.
As you explore the resort you'll discover a variety of dining options, including quick snacks, and La Tienda (the shop) where you can pick up essentials.
Maya Grill: (Price Range $15 to $36 per person). Decorated with Mayan motifs, this warm and inviting restaurant pairs American fare with exciting Latin flavors.
Café Rix: (Price Range $15 and under). Grab a quick bite; select from fresh salads, panini sandwiches and freshly baked goods.
Pepper Market: (Price Range $15 and under). Find rotisserie chicken, pasta, salads, burgers, Mexican and other ethnic selections in this food court designed as a charming open-air market.
Laguna Bar: (Price Range $15 and under). This breezy, outdoor lakeside lounge is perfect for unwinding, imbibing your favorite drinks or sampling new ones.
After lunch or dinner, indulge yourself at the full-service salon or get energized by kayaking on the lake or playing a game of sand volleyball.
Want to unwind after a busy day of conference sessions? The 22-person hot tub is one of the largest at any Walt Disney World resort hotel. Between dips you can stroll down the nature trail or grab a poolside drink at Siestas Cantina.
Disney's Coronado Springs Resort has been designated by the Florida Green Lodging Program, recognizing the Resort's environmentally responsible practices.
Activities for Children
The Mayan pyramid-themed Dig Site features a sprawling pool with a jaguar-inspired 123-foot long water slide. Kids can have fun looking for hidden treasure at the Explorer's Playground or testing their skill at the game-laden Iguana Arcade.
Accommodations for Business Meetings
Disney's Coronado Springs Resort offers 220,000 square feet of flexible function space—including the 86,000 square-foot Veracruz Exhibit Hall and the 60,214 square-foot Coronado Ballroom—with high-speed and wireless Internet connectivity, a dedicated business center, 45 breakout rooms and more.
Location and General Information
Disney's Coronado Springs Resort is located between Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park and Disney's Hollywood Studios theme park. It is a smoke-free resort and smoking is permitted only in designated outdoor smoking locations.
Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort is the host hotel for ICIP 2012, and is the location for all oral and poster technical sessions as well as exhibits. By staying at the ICIP 2012 host hotel, you will enjoy the convenience of residing at the conference venue.
For more information, please visit the Coronado website: http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/resorts/coronado-springs-resort/
Welcome to Orlando!
While you may know Orlando for its world-famous theme parks, there are several distinct areas of the city for you to explore. Here’s an overview:
Downtown Orlando – The business side of the city, downtown Orlando is also a hot spot for nightlife, dining and entertainment. Museums, art galleries, theatres and concert venues make it a great spot for a day or evening – of exploring. The downtown neighborhood of Thornton Park offers great people-watching from sidewalk cafes and interesting boutiques, While Lake Eola is the perfect backdrop for several community festivals.
International Drive – As Orlando’s tourism corridor, International Drive offers 14 miles of hotels, shopping and dining attractions. The north end of “I – Drive,” as it’s known by the locals, is anchored by Prime Outlets International Outlets, Festival Bay Mall and Wet ‘n Wild® - Orlando. The center stretch of I-Drive is home to the Pointe Orlando shopping dining and entertainment complex, while the southern end of I-Drive features SeaWorld® Orlando, Aquatica™ – SeaWorld’s Waterpark, Discovery Cove® and Orlando Premium Outlets.
Universal Orlando Resort Area – Located on the west side of Interstate 4, the Universal Orlando Resort® is home to Universal Studios Florida® and Universal’s Islands of Adventure® theme parks; Universal CityWalk® shopping, dining and entertainment area; and three on-site Loews hotels.
Lake Buena Vista – Home to the Walt Disney World® Resort, its affiliated theme parks, numerous hotels and the Downtown Disney and Boardwalk shopping, dining and entertainment areas.
Winter Park - Located just minutes northeast of downtown Orlando, the quaint city of Winter Park offers upscale boutique shopping along Park Avenue and amazing museums and galleries, as well as nationally recognized art shows each spring and fall.
Climate in Orlando
One of the area’s biggest attractions is its year-round mild weather. Located at the heart of the “Sunshine State,” you can expect the January temperatures to rest at an average high of 71° F (22°C) and an average low 49°F (9°C). Despite 300 days of sunshine each year, there is a possibility of light rain, so you may decide to pack a travel umbrella. And, due to unpredictable hotel environments, a jacket or sweater is recommended.
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