One of our Rainier participants writes:

" I am looking forward to the conference in just a couple of months. I was wondering if you knew through your blogging or people signing up.....if there are any folks sharing rides from SEA TAC down to Ashford for the conference? I was hoping to rideshare with some one, pay for gas, etc..."

Now is the time to but tickets to Seattle and make travel arrangements. I can help coordinate rideshares if there is interest. Send an email to info@mmmedicine.com

Cheers,

Joe Alcock

Arriving in Seattle

When you arrive at the Seattle-Tacoma (SeaTac) airport, you may find a spectacular view of Rainier to the south. The anticipation of a new, and different medical conference rises in your mind, and the anticipation of summiting this beautiful, Fuji like peak creates excitement. You might not even know much about high altitude, but you know you will after the conference. You have been running and training a bit at the gym in order to prepare you for a more adventurous type of CME. But you forgot a few supplies. No worries, because beautiful Seattle has it all! You can go to REI at 222 Yale North in Seattle (phone 206-223-1944, see http://www.rei.com/seattle for store locations) to load up or rent equipment for our excursions. Besides, a little detour is worth it. Nearby boasts the Space Needle, built for the World Expo in 1962, with a surrounding park, zoo, and museums (http://www.spaceneedle.com/restaurant). You might even plan to stay by the seaside community of Queen Anne and eat seafood overlooking the spectacular waterfront.

The Puget Sound, and the surrounding islands are rich with open air markets, kayaking possibilities in the San Juan Islands, fishing, and excursions to Victoria Island. Before or after the conference, Seattle is not to be missed! TripAdvisor.com can keep you apprised of good places to stay. Your family will enjoy these options, as well. Don't hesitate to contact us at worlddoc@comcast.net for more information.