Host Hotel: The St. Regis Rome

Website: 5-Star Hotel in Central Rome | The St. Regis Rome

Address: Via Vittorio E. Orlando, 3, Rome, Italy, 00185

Phone: +39-06-4709
Fax: +39 06-4747307

Suite Upgrade: $1,450.00 Imperial Room

Located in the historic center of Rome, The St. Regis Rome offers luxury accommodations just steps from Piazza della Republica and a short walk from Via Veneto. This iconic hotel is within a 15-minute walk of the Spanish Steps, the Trevi Fountain, and the designer boutiques along Via Condotti. The Coliseum and Roman Forum are also easily accessible by bus, metro, or on foot via Via Nazionale.

Each spacious room at The St. Regis Rome is equipped with air conditioning, an LCD TV, an iPod docking station, a laptop safe, and a mini-bar. Guests can enjoy complimentary WiFi access in the lobby and at Lumen Cocktails & Cuisine. The hotel’s health club and spa offer a relaxing retreat, while the on-site restaurant serves traditional cuisine.

• Prime location near Piazza della Repubblica and Via Veneto
• Health club and spa
• On-site dining at Lumen Cocktails & Cuisine
• Business services and elegant meeting rooms
• Luxurious rooms with modern amenities

The St. Regis Rome features opulent interiors and a variety of business services, including prestigious meeting rooms with state-of-the-art equipment and elegant furnishings like Murano glass chandeliers. Recognized among the World’s 500 Best Hotels by Travel and Leisure in 2011, this hotel continues to receive numerous awards for its superior service and accommodations.

Experience the best of Rome with a stay at The St. Regis Rome, where luxury and heritage combine to create an unforgettable visit.

Program Inclusions

Your trip package includes: six night deluxe accommodations and all group events as indicated on the program agenda.

Airline Reservations

Flight arrangements are not included in this package. However, we are partnering with Jet Set Travel Concepts who will be more than happy to assist you.

Here is their contact information:

Jay Lane – Phone Number 706 – 300 – 4516

Email

Documentation

All U.S. citizens need a valid passport to enter Italy If you do not have a passport or your passport has expired, log onto www.state.gov for information on how to obtain a passport. Please be advised that obtaining your passport could take six (6) to eight (8) weeks.

In 2025, the new European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) will require passport holders from 60 visa-exempt countries, including the U.S., to apply for approval to enter 30 European countries. ETIAS is set to launch sometime around May 2025, though the launch date has been pushed back many times (most recently from 2024); it could be changed again.

Travel Insurance

Please find the information for trip insurance below:

• www.travelguard.com
• www.safteywing.com

Language

Italian is the official language of Italy.

Climate

Temperatures in late August range from 86°F during the day and 64°F at night in Rome.

Wardrobe

Comfortable, casual, and loose-fitting clothing and shoes are the key to relaxed travel. Clothes that do not wrinkle easily work best (i.e. khakis, dress slacks, casual blouses or sport shirts). Dressing in layers allows you to adjust to climate changes.

For sightseeing or tours, be sure to pack for comfort. Light cotton slacks, khakis, shorts, jeans, T-shirts and sport blouses/shirts work well. Sneakers and sandals are suggested.

Business casual attire is suggested for all Scientific Sessions and Welcome reception (jackets and ties optional).

Gala Attire – Cocktail.

Currency

The Euro is the official currency of Italy.

Cuisine

Italian cuisine is defined by simplicity, high-quality ingredients, and deep regional traditions, emphasizing fresh, seasonal foods such as olive oil, tomatoes, garlic, herbs, vegetables, cheeses, and cured meats. Rather than heavy sauces or complex techniques, Italian cooking focuses on balance and allowing individual flavors to shine. The cuisine varies widely by region, with Northern Italy favoring butter, cream, risotto, polenta, and fresh egg pasta; Central Italy known for olive oil–based dishes, legumes, and simple pastas; Southern Italy highlighting tomatoes, seafood, olive oil, and dried pasta, including pizza; and the islands of Sicily and Sardinia featuring bold flavors influenced by Mediterranean and Arab cultures. Core dishes include pasta in countless forms, pizza, risotto, seafood, meats, vegetables, and iconic cheeses such as Parmigiano-Reggiano, mozzarella, and pecorino. Traditional meals follow a structured progression from antipasto to primo, secondo with contorno, and dolce, reflecting Italy’s strong connection between food, culture, and regional identity.

Restaurants

• TBD

Electricity

In Italy, the types of electrical outlets used are C, F, and L. Here are some details:

• Type C: Two round pins.
• Type F: Two round pins with two earth clips on the side.

Time Zone

Italy has only one time zone. Central European Time (CET) is used as standard time, while Central European Summer Time (CEST) is observed when Daylight Saving Time (DST) is in force.