HOTEL RESERVATION

Location: Courtyard New York Downtown/Financial District (215 Pearl St, New York, NY 10038)

Reservation Process:

• Attendees are responsible for booking their hotel reservation

• Click here to book through Egencia

• Recommended stay: 3 nights (Check-in on September 8, check-out on September 11)

• All travel expenses require manager approval

• If you have any issues making your reservation, please contact Micah Blue

Extended Stay Options:

Business stay: Long-haul travelers should plan to arrive Sunday, September 7 to be ready to work in the office and engage with stakeholders on Monday, September 8. For an extended stay or early arrival, please seek additional approval from your manager and/or business. We kindly remind all employees that hotel accommodations are intended for team members traveling from out of town. If you're based locally, please refrain from booking hotel stays unless prior approval has been granted.

Personal stay: You may book separate reservations

• You may request the hotel combine reservations

• Additional nights will be a personal expense

FLIGHTS

Booking:

• Attendees are responsible for individual bookings through Egencia

• If you are flying from LatAm or APAC, please book business class seats. If you are flying within the US or from EMEA, please book premium economy (or equal level) seats.

• Must comply with corporate T&E Policy

Nearby Airports:

• John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

• Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

• LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

VISAS & ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Your Responsibilities:

• Obtain correct visas and meet passport requirements

• Use American Express corporate card for visa/passport expenses

• Start visa process at least 6 weeks before departure

Visa Guidelines

Visa Waiver Program (VWP) Countries:

• Can apply for ESTA

• Allows 90-day entry for business/tourism without visa

Non-VWP Countries:

• Must obtain appropriate visa

Visa Support

Preferred Vendor: CIBT for visa and passport services

Invitation Letter: Contact Johanna O'Connor, if needed

If you have any questions about the visa process, contact Moody's Travel Services

TRANSPORTATION

Airport Transit:

• Taxi: Available 24/7 at all airports

• Ride-Sharing: Uber and Lyft available at airport pick-up zones

Hotel to Office:

Walking Distance: 0.4 miles (approximately 5 minutes)

• Head north on Greenwich Street

• 7 World Trade Center will be on the left

Alternative: Taxi or ride-sharing services (under 5 minutes)