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Workshops near Baltimore/Washington, D.C.

Retreat and Conference Center at Bon Secours
1525 Marriottsville Rd., Marriottsville, MD, 21104
Telephone: 410-442-1320
Website: http://rccbonsecours.com/
Parking: Free
Visitors: All must be 18 years or older
Handicap Accessible: Yes

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The Retreat and Conference Center at Bon Secours, which has recently undergone a multi-million dollar renovation, sits on more than 100 acres in the rolling hills of Maryland. Although this location seems miles from civilization and a wonderful place to retreat, at night visitors can see (or visit) the lights of downtown Baltimore. All services–lodging, conference room, and sleeping rooms (with Internet access)–are housed in the large stone main building. Lodging is in a private room with one double bed and private bath. Amenities include a fitness center, an outdoor swimming pool, and public computers with Internet access. WiFi capability is available in the meeting rooms as well as throughout other areas of the building.

Bon Secours is a conference center designed to promote an inward focus, and as such the sleeping rooms do not have televisions or telephones (though there are large-screen tv’s in two beautiful lounges, cell phone reception, and a telephone available in the main office).

Lodging
If you wish to arrive the day before the workshop starts or extend your stay, please call Bon Secours for room rates and availability, and to make reservations.

 

If you register as a commuter or need a room before or after the workshop, try the following nearby hotel:

Turf Valley Resort
2700 Turf Valley Rd, Ellicott City MD 21042
Telephone: 410-465-1500 or 888-833-8873
Distance from the Center: 2.4 miles (ask for Bon Secours discount)

Transportation
Air Travel:
The nearest airport is Baltimore-Washington International Airport (BWI), approximately 23 miles from the conference center.Train Travel:
The nearest train station (BWI train station) is 1 mile from BWI, approximately 23 miles from the conference center.

Shuttle Transportation:

For shuttle service from either BWI Airport or BWI train station to Bon Secours:
Airport Shuttle: 800-776-0323
Helpful Driving Tip

 

While driving west on Marriottsville Road toward the Retreat and Conference Center at Bon Secours, you will see a long pasture fence on your left. Where the fence ends, turn right into the conference center grounds, drive to the top of the hill, and make a right to the conference center (a large stone building). Conference center personnel will show you where you can park after dropping off your luggage.

Workshops near San Francisco, CA

Vallombrosa Center
250 Oak Grove Ave., Menlo Park, CA 94025
Telephone: 650-325-5614
Website: http://www.vallombrosa.org/
Parking: Free
Visitors: Must all be 18 years or older
Handicap Accessible: No

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Vallombrosa Center, located on ten acres, is the original site of the home of E.W. Hopkins, nephew of the noted Mark Hopkins. Graced by trees from all over the world, Vallombrosa Center grounds include the largest gingko tree in the area. The grounds provide expansive lawns, walking paths, flower gardens, and mature oaks. Lodging is in a private room with one single bed and private bath. Nutritious meals are made from seasonally fresh, local, and delicious ingredients.

Vallombrosa Center is a conference center designed to promote an inward focus, and as such the sleeping rooms have simple furnishings and do not have televisions, telephones, or clock radios/alarms (though there is cell phone reception at the center and a computer and telephone available in the main office). Please bring your own alarm clock and/or hair dryer if desired. WiFi capability is available in the meeting rooms as well as in other areas of the building.

Lodging
If you wish to arrive the day before the workshop starts or extend your stay, please contact On Course and we will check on room availability and make reservations if possible.

 

If you register as a commuter or need a room before or after the workshop, try the following nearby hotels:

The Red Cottage Inn
1704 El Camino Real, Menlo Park, CA 94025
Telephone: 650-326-9010
Distance from the Center: 1 mile (ask for Vallombrosa discount)

Best Western Riviera Menlo Park
15 El Camino Real, Menlo Park, CA 94025
Telephone: 650-321-8772
Distance from the Center: 1.3 miles

Transportation
Air Travel:
The nearest airports are San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and Mineta San Jose Airport (SJC). Both are approximately 18 miles from the conference center.Train Travel:
The nearest train stations are Fremont, Santa Clara, and Hayward. All are approximately 14 miles from the conference center.

 

Shuttle Transportation:
For shuttle service from either airport to the Vallombrosa Center:
Andy’s Airport Shuttle: 408-243-4070 or 855-900-2639
Super Shuttle: 800-258-3826 or 415-558-8500 or 650-558-8500

For shuttles from San Jose Airport only:
Limos.com: 866-546-6726
Palo Alto Airporter: 650-776-2636

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