South East Gurupurnima in Atlanta

Welcome to Dadabhagwan Gurupurnima 2011

Jai Satchitanand 

It is with great pleasure and much awaited enthusiasm to serve you all with which the Mahatmas of South Eastern USA extend a Warm Welcome to ALL - You, your family and friends all over the world are heartily invited to attend Param Pujya Dada Bhagwan’s 2011 Guru Purnima Celebration Event being held in Atlanta, Georgia, USA, in the enlightened presence of Param Pujya Deepakbhai Desai. 

An occasion not to be missed, as it is one of the 3 most auspicious days Dadashri has specified for mahatmas to do Darshan of the Gnani Purush – the 3 days being: Janmajayanti (birthday of the Gnani), Gurupurnima, and the Indian New Year’s Day. These 3 days are of utmost importance for reasons best put by Dadashri himself; 

Dadashri:- “On these days there are no external interactions with anyone and therefore I, the Gnani Purush become one with Dada Bhagwan within and consequently am in an absolute state. You can reap tremendous benefit by doing Darshan of this state and that is why it is very important to do Dada's Darshan on these days.”  

To celebrate Parma Pujya Dada Bhagwan’s 2011 Guru Purnima various events have been organized and they are:-

·         Question and answer format satsang sessions with Pujya Deepakbhai Desai.

·         Various exhibitions and displays featuring the theme:-

·         ‘A Spiritual Journey’

·         Videos shows showcasing unique films such as ‘360˚ Parenting’, ‘The Science of Karma’ and many more.

·         Puppet Shows.

·         Fun Zone for kids – “Children’s World” with exhibits that will appeal to children of all ages!

Important Note: - During and around the Guru Purnima Event dates there is another huge international convention being held in Atlanta. All mahatmas and participants are encouraged to book their travel and accommodation as early as possible. A last minute option will not be available due to the large crowds expected to attend the international convention at the same time. This is especially important to keep in mind when booking Flights in and out of Atlanta and booking hotel accommodation. To avoid any hassles please book well in advance. 

Gnan Vidhi will be held on Sunday, July 10th, Pran-Pratistha will be on Thursday, July 14th and our Gurupurnima celebration will be on Friday, July 15th.

Date:

Friday July 8^th 2011 to Friday July 15^th 2011

Venue:

Loews Atlanta Hotel
1065 Peachtree Street
Atlanta, Georgia, 30309

To celebrate this auspicious occasion the following Main Events have been organized in Atlanta, GA, USA.

HOTEL STATUS

LOEWS ATLANTA HOTEL - BOOKED AND NO ROOMS ARE AVAILABLE.

RESIDENCE INN ATLANTA - BOOKED AND NO ROOMS ARE AVAILABLE.

REGENCY SUITES HOTEL  - ROOMS ARE AVAILABLE

Loews Atlanta Hotel will be the main hotel for all mahatmas to stay during the GP event.

Additionally, Residence Inn Atlanta Midtown / 17th Street & Regency Suites Hotel are another nearby hotels for all mahatmas to stay during the GP event.

All Mahatmas are requested to book their accommodation at the Loews Atlanta Hotel or Residence Inn Atlanta Midtown - 17th Street or Regency Suites Hotel well in advance.

Event Date:-
Friday July 8^th 2011 to Friday July 15^th 2011

Venue:  

Hotel 1:-
Loews Atlanta Hotel  - All the rooms are booked.

1065 Peachtree Street
Atlanta, Georgia, 30309
Hotel Phone: (404) 745-5000

Hotel Group Rate: Hotel Group Rate is: $115.00 per night for 4 people in a room.

Hotel Group Code: DADG08 - Please mention the hotel group code when booking the room by phone.

Use the link below to book your accommodation as required:-

http://www.loewshotels.com/en/Atlanta-Hotel/GroupPages/DadaBhagwan

Hotel 2:-

Residence Inn Atlanta Midtown / 17th Street - All the rooms are booked.
1365 Peachtree Street
Atlanta, Georgia, 30309
Hotel Phone: (404) 745-1000

Hotel Location: - Two Blocks away from Main Event Hotel – Atlanta Loews Hotel

Hotel website link: - Residence Inn Atlanta Midtown / 17th Street

Hotel Room Type & Rate: - Availability 25 Rooms in each of the Category Below:-

For Reservations:- Please contact - (404) 745-1000 and give the name of conference as Dada Bhagwan Group and in case of any issues for reservations please email Sales Manager at: - Tracy.johnson@marriot.com

Parking: Valet parking, fee: 22 USD daily; please call hotel directly to arrange any RV or bus parking.  

Area Airports:-

Atlanta-Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL) - ATL

Take I-85 North to Exit 250 (Georgia Tech/10th/14th St exit). Continue on access road to the 2nd traffic light. Turn right on 14th St. At 4th traffic light, turn left on Peachtree Street. Residence Inn is 2 1/2 blocks on the right. MARTA Rail at Arts Center Station Bus service, fee: 2 USD (one way) Subway service, fee: 1.75 USD (one way) Estimated taxi fare: 35 USD (one way)

More Airport Information

Hotel Transportation: -

• Airport shuttle
• Parking
• Car rental desk

Maps & transportation

Driving directions

Hotel 3:-

Regency Suites Hotel - Rooms are available

975 West Peachtree Street at 10th,

Atlanta, GA, United States

Hotel Main Website:  http://www.regencysuites.com

For Booking a room: Click here

Conference Name: Dada Bhagwan Group

Reservations: 1-800-642-3629 or 1-404-876-5003,

In case of any issues for reservations please email Joy Frazier - joy@regencysuites.com

All reservations will be on a first come first serve basis

Regency Suites is approximately a 6 minute walk away from the main Guru Purnima Event Hotel – Atlanta Loews Hotel

Click here to get a Walking Route to Atlanta Loews Hotel from Regency Suites Hotel

The Regency Suites shall also provide a Shuttle service from Regency Suites to Atlanta Loews Hotel upon request and availability.

PARKING: Parking Fee $18 USD per day

Click here for Driving Directions: Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Regency Suites Hotel

Click here for Marta Rail Direction: Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Regency Suites Hotel

Taxi option -  Taxies are available from the Airport to Regency Suites Hotel - 975 West Peachtree Street at 10th, Atlanta, GA 30309, USA Tel: (404) 876-5003‎

More Airport Information

Hotel Accommodation Details: Availability: 50 Rooms

Important Note: -

During and around the Guru Purnima Event dates there is another huge international convention being held in Atlanta. All mahatmas and participants are encouraged to book their travel and accommodation as early as possible. A last minute option will not be available due to the large crowds expected to attend the international convention at the same time. This is especially important to keep in mind when booking Flights in and out of Atlanta and booking hotel accommodation. To avoid any hassles please book well in advance.

Nearest Airport:-
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Atlanta, GA 30320
http://www.atlanta-airport.com

Transportation from the Airport:-

1. By Train:-

MARTA Rail System – Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority.

The link for the website of MARTA is: - http://www.itsmarta.com

Fare: $2.00 per person one way (plus $0.50 for a Breeze Card to be used transfers).

Using Marta to get to the Hotel from the Airport follow the steps below:-

1.      Get on MARTA Rail at the Airport Station (To get here follow all Marta Signs once at Baggage Claim).

2.      Take any train (MARTA Rail) from Atlanta airport and get off at the Midtown Station.

3.      Once you arrive at the Midtown Station call Loews Atlanta Hotel for Hotel pick up (404-745-5000).

2. By Taxi:- CLICK HERE TO GET AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION

Atlanta Airport Superior Shuttle Service

www.atlsuperiorshuttle.com

(O): 770-457-4794**

To receive group rate - Make sure to quote the Group Name while booking: Dada Bhagwan Group [DBVI]

Between Atlanta Airport and the Atlanta Loews Hotel

Rates -

One-way:            $15/person*

Round Trip:         $25/person*

* Please note that it will be cheaper for a group of three or more to take a Cab/taxi on their own. This is a better rate for people traveling on their own or in twos (one to two people) only.

**Advanced Reservations Required

            Location: 
            Taxicab service is located in the Yellow Bus aisle at the airport.
            Fares originating from a business and concluding at a business within the zone of downtown, Buckhead and Midtown are at a rate of $8

            ($2 for each additional person).

           Taxi Information:-

           Call (404) 762-6087

           Taxi Fee Structure - Business District
           Flat Rate Zone from/to the Airport
           Downtown $ 30
           Buckhead $ 40
           Midtown $ 32 – Atlanta Loews Hotel is in Midtown Atlanta + $2 charge for each additional person.
           Flag Drop Fee $ 1.50

          Taxi Fee Structure - Outside Business District
          Rates computed by a meter
         $ 2.50 for the first 1/8 mile
         $ 0.25 for each additional 1/8 mile
         $ 21/hr wait time
         $ 1.50 Flag Drop Fee

         Shuttle Services:-

         Phone: - (404) 941-3440 /  Toll Free 877-799-5282

Rate	One Way	Roundtrip
Downtown	$16.50	$29.00
Midtown	$18.50	$33.00
Buckhead	$20.50	$37.00

3. Hotel Parking:

Loews Atlanta Hotel is located just 20 minutes from the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), in the heart of Midtown Atlanta. The Hotel offers its own Paid Parking Services. Alternate Special Parking arrangements at an additional FEE for Guru Purnima Event participants are being made (Details for this will be posted on the website shortly). 

Important Note: - During and around the Guru Purnima Event dates there is another huge international convention being held in Atlanta. All mahatmas and participants are encouraged to book their travel and accommodation as early as possible. A last minute option will not be available due to the large crowds expected to attend the international convention at the same time. This is especially important to keep in mind when booking Flights in and out of Atlanta and booking hotel accommodation. To avoid any hassles please book well in advance.