Scootaround
Mobility Solutions
Services and Information for the
School Nutrition Association - 2010 Annual Conference
Rental Rates
Please
call 1-888-441-7575 today for the rental rates that will apply
at this event. If you require a rental for use before or after the event,
please speak with a Scootaround operator prior to booking.
- Two forms
of coverage are offered at an additional cost; Equipment Protection
and Cancellation Protection.
- Rental
rates are subject to change based on availability. Guarantee your
rates and your equipment by booking early!
- Certain
cities may require a minimum 3-day rental and/or an additional delivery
fee if a hotel delivery is involved - please inquire when booking.
- For convention
rentals, your equipment may be taken offsite as required with the full
daily rate applying regardless of time the equipment is returned the
following day (e.g. If you rent a scooter on Monday and return it Tuesday
at noon, a 2-day charge will apply). If a scooter is taken offsite overnight,
you (the customer) will be responsible for the charging the equipment
and you will also need to purchase Damage and Loss Coverage.
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Standard
Scooters
- Standard-weight
mobility scooters are suitable for passengers weighing up to 300lbs.
- Models
are offered with three or four wheels, depending on availability.
- All scooters
are outfitted with front basket for easy convention material storage.
- Scooters
include padded armrests and adjustable swivel seat for easy entrance.
- Models
may vary from picture shown here.
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Manual
Wheelchairs
- Manual
wheelchairs are suitable for passengers weighing up to 250lbs.
- Chairs
are outfitted with padded armrests and comfortable plastic handrims
for comfortable operation.
- Adjustable
elevating footrests are included on all chairs.
- Chairs
are lightweight and maneuverable.
- Models
may vary from picture shown here.
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Venue Information
- Dallas Convention Center
With the Dallas
Convention Center's 1,000,000+ square feet of meeting and exhibit space, a motorized
scooter will ensure that the conference is fully accessible to you. And what's
more, you are free to use your scooter to visit other attractions that Dallas
has to offer such as the Dallas Zoo, World Aquarium, Reunion Tower and much
more.
Dallas
Convention Center
650 S. Griffin St.
Dallas, Texas 75202
Phone: 214-939-2700
Fax: 214-939-2795
Driving
Directions
- On Central
Expressway - Take Central Expressway (U.S. 75) southbound. Take exit
to I-35/U.S. 77 to Field Street. Turn left under the freeway and veer to the
right onto Griffin Street. The Convention Center is straight ahead.
- On the
Tollway - Go south on the Dallas North Tollway. Take the Harry Hines/Downtown
exit to Field Street to Griffin Street. The Convention Center is straight
ahead.
- On Highway
183 - Take Carpenter Freeway (I-183) east to Stemmons Freeway (I-35E)
southbound. Take the I-45/U.S. 75 exit to the Griffin Street exit. The Convention
Center is straight ahead. (Also works for those coming from Denton/Lewisville.)
On I-35 from the South Take R.L. Thornton Freeway (I-35E) northbound. Take
I-30 east to Griffin/Lamar exit. Stay in the left lane as you exit to continue
on Griffin Street. The Convention Center is straight ahead.
- On I-45
- Take Julius Schepps (I-45) northbound. Take I-30 West to Downtown/Ervay
Street exit to Griffin Street. The Convention Center is straight ahead.
- On I-30
- Take R.L. Thornton Freeway (I-30) westbound to Dallas. Take the Downtown/Ervay
Street exit from the left lane of the freeway. As you exit, you will be on
Griffin Street. The Convention Center is straight ahead.
*PARKING GARAGE
ENTRANCE IS AT THE CORNER OF GRIFFIN ST. AND MEMORIAL.
For more information
and maps to the center, visit the center's website at http://www.dallasconventioncenter.com
or call the Direction Line at (214) 939-2700.
Rental Guidelines
Your electric scooter
is a state-of-the-art device designed to increase your mobility and enhance
your travel experience. Please be aware that the correct care and operation
of the scooter is your responsibility. If you are unsure how to operate the
scooter, please ask your Scootaround representative for assistance prior to
operating the vehicle. If you are unfamiliar with operating the scooter in crowded
areas such as a convention or a tradeshow, please take some added time to practice
the safe operation of the vehicle. Here are some further points to consider:
• Always
use added caution when driving in a crowded area.
• Equipment must not be used in wet or muddy areas.
• Equipment must not be driven on sharp inclines or declines.
• Scooter and Powerchair users must be 18 years or age or older.
• Operation of the equipment by persons other than the assigned renter
is prohibited.
Mobility Rentals in Other Cities
Scootaround provides
scooter and wheelchair rental service in over 500 locations worldwide. For pleasure,
business or cruises, it's a simple, convenient way to help you get the most
out of your trip. Scootaround delivers your mobility vehicle right to your location
and our operators are available 24-hours a day, 7 days a week. Call us toll-free
at 1-888-441-7575 or visit us on the web at www.Scootaround.com.
Avis Rental Vehicles
Scootaround is
proud to partner with the Avis Cares program and share in our common goal to
provide a full range of products and services for drivers and passengers with
mobility issues. As such, we are proud to be the exclusive provider of mobility
scooter rentals at 45 Avis airport locations throughout the U.S. To rent an
Avis vehicle and have it combined with a mobility scooter at one of these locations,
call Scootaround's toll-free line at 1-888-441-7575.
And if you need
an Avis rental vehicle anywhere else in the world, you can book it directly
online right from our website by visiting www.scootaround.com/avis.
Top Reasons to Use Scootaround
People sometimes
ask "What are the benefits of using Scootaround's mobility services?"
Well, that's easily explained in the following reasons:
- Reliable
Equipment - Scootaround's mobility equipment is maintained, cleaned
and serviced on a regular basis. This gives you the added comfort of knowing
that your Scootaround rental will be fully functional not only at the event,
but anywhere else you may travel.
- Top
Brands - Scootaround outfits its rental fleets with the industry's
top name brands. This provides you with access to the most reliable and robust
mobility equipment in the market.
- 7-Day
Call Center - Scootaround employs a 7-day accessible call center
to handle your rental and equipment inquiries. If you have a question, call
us toll-free at 1-888-441-7575 and we'll get you on your
way again.
- 10 Years
Experience - Scootaround has been the North American leader in mobility
rentals for 10 years running. Our staff has years of experience with events
of all sizes and we endeavor to provide our valued rental customers with the
best in equipment and service.
- Caring
Personnel - Scootaround personnel assist thousands of satisfied customers
each year and are always looking for ways to make your travel safe and comfortable.
If you have a special need, please speak to one of our representatives!
- Reservations
Up to 1 Year in Advance - Scootaround allows you to reserve your
mobility equipment up to one year in advance. This gives you peace of mind
that mobility needs are met in keeping with your long-term planning.
- 200
Dealer Network - Scootaround's nationwide network of agents provides
you with the widest area coverage for your mobility needs. If you require
a mobility solution while traveling in the U.S., give us a call. We want to
help.