FAQ's
Q: How close is the hotel to New York City?
A: New York City is accessible by car via the Lincoln Tunnel which is 3 miles away and also by the NJ Transit train from Secaucus Junction to New York Penn Station
Q: Is there transportation from the near by airports?
A: Yes. The hotel provides a shuttle service from Newark Liberty Int’l Airport to the hotel. A train is available from Newark Liberty International Airport to Secaucus Junction for a fee. Please visit www.njtransit.com for details. Please visit www.crowneplaza.com for more details.
Q: What are the dates of the convention?
The official dates of the convention are July 3rd, 2010 through July 5th, 2010. There will also be an unofficial event for the youth held on Friday, July 2nd, 2010. Plan to arrive on Saturday afternoon (July 3rd) or early on Friday (July 2nd) to go sightseeing in NYC.
Q: How do I register for the convention?
A: You can register for the convention by printing the Registration Page and mailing to Goan Association of America, 114 Maryknoll Rd, Metuchen, NJ 08840. You can also register online using a Credit Card.
Q: How will I be notified that my registration is confirmed?
A: You will receive a confirmation email from Goan Association of America once your registration is confirmed.
Q: Can I register at the convention?
A: In order to get an accurate estimate of how many people will be attending the convention, we have limited the registration deadline to June 18th, 2010. You will not be able to register at the convention. So Register Now!
Q: Is there a refund policy for the registration fee?
A: Unfortunately, all purchases are final.
Q: Is there FREE transportation from Newark Liberty International Airport to the hotel?
A: No, however, there is a free shuttle to the hotel from the New Jersey Transit Secaucus Junction Train Station. Please visit www.crowneplaza.com or www.njtransit.com for more details.
Q: How do I get from New Newark Liberty International Airport to the New Jersey Transit Secaucus Junction Train Station?
A: From the Newark Airport Rail Station take the North East Corridor train towards New York Penn Station to the Secaucus Junction Station. Transportation is available for $11.00 for adults, $8.00 for children/seniors/disabled via the New Jersey Transit trains. It is recommended to purchase tickets at the station prior to boarding as there is a $5.00 fee for all tickets purchased aboard the train. Please visit www.njtransit.com for more details.