About Cleveland
It may not have the glamorously hip image of some other American cities, and is widely seen as a place where people watch sports, drink beer and listen to rock. But while there are touches of such character in this city on the southern shores of Lake Erie, look closer and you'll find surprising elements of art and natural beauty. Visitors are often taken aback to discover the vibrant downtown with its characterful neighbourhoods and lively atomsphere.
Cleveland has been rejuvenated in the past few decades, and become something of a model for modern urban planning. Downtown is the centre of things, with historic Public Square - a European-style plaza with statues and fountains - its focal point. The rejuvenated neighborhoods and historical districts of Cleveland are host to many of the midwest's best food and dining, nightlife, art, music and cultural activities.
Airport Information
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport is a public airport located in Cleveland, Ohio just 9 miles southwest of the downtown area and adjacent to the Glenn Research Center, One of NASA's ten major field centers. It is the primary airport serving Greater Cleveland and Northeast Ohio.
Transportation
Taxi, limousine, van and shuttle services, ride-sharing services, and car rental companies all operate at the Cleveland Hopkins International Airport. Downtown Cleveland is approximately 13 miles from the airport, with fares ranging from $20-$30 (USD).
Please visit the airport websites for additional ground transportation options.
Cleveland International Airport
Ride-Sharing Services
Uber and Lyft ride-sharing services are available in Cleveland, providing numerous travel options to get around throughout the city. Free mobile apps are available for both services in the Apple (iOS) App Store and Android Apps in the Google Play Store.
Travel Documentation
A foreign national or alien entering the U.S. is generally required to present a passport and valid visa issued by a U.S. Consular Official, unless they are a citizen of a country eligible for the Visa Waiver Program, or are a lawful permanent resident of the U.S. or a citizen of Canada. For more information, please visit the
U.S. Customs website.
Personalized letters of invitation for applying for visas can be issued to speakers/presenters once your abstracts have been accepted by the conference organizers. Letters will be generated for presenting authors, upon request, with confirmation of your abstract title, session, date and time of presentation. For more information, please contact Merle Hedland at (630) 428-2133 or email
mhedland@stle.org.