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Lodging/Directions

April 8-10, 2010 
The Desmond Hotel & Conference Center (Map It
Malvern, PA (Chester County) 

Travel Distances 
(by automobile)

Erie: 405 miles
Harrisburg: 85 miles
Lancaster: 43 miles
Philadelphia: 27 miles
Pittsburgh: 283 miles
Scranton: 122 miles
York 70 miles

The 2010 Pennsylvania Land Conservation Conference will be held at The Desmond Hotel in Malvern (Chester County). The Desmond is a one-of-a-kind hotel, conveniently located in one of Pennsylvania’s most scenic and historic settings.

For your convenience, each room offers complimentary high-speed internet access. The hotel features a fitness center, indoor swimming pool, hot tub, walking/jogging trail and on-site putting green.

Conference attendees will be given a discounted rate of $119.00 for single/double occupancy if reservations are made by March 19, 2010.

Regular rates are much higher, so reserve your room early! Be sure to use the code PA Land Conservation Conference. Make your reservation as soon as possible to secure a room and benefit from the discounted rate. In the Valley Forge area, you will discover beautiful gardens and world-class art museums, enjoy an afternoon of golf, or go rafting down the river. You’ll delight in a region blessed with a remarkable spectrum of attractions — from our scenic natural beauty and amazing outdoor activities to our vibrant history, fairs, and festivals. Visit http://www.brandywinevalley.com or www.valleyforge.org to learn more about the attractions.

The Desmond Hotel
One Liberty Boulevard
Malvern, PA 19355
800-575-1776
610-296-9800
Email: info@desmondgv.com
Website: http://www.desmondgv.com

Directions to The Desmond Hotel are available at conserveland.org or map your own directions by using www.mapquest.com.

If there are no rooms available at The Desmond Hotel or you would prefer lodging offsite, here are some alternatives:

Sheraton Great Valley   
610-524-5500 
707 E Lancaster Ave 
Frazer PA 19355-1880

Extended Stay Hotels Inc 
610-240-0455
300 Morehall Rd 
Malvern PA 19355

Hampton Inn 
610-699-1300
635 Lancaster Ave 
Malvern PA 19355-1816

Holiday Inn Express 
Fraiser Malverne 
610-651-0400
1 Morehall Rd 
Malvern PA 19355-1759

Homewood Suites 
610-296-3500
12 E Swedesford Rd 
Malvern PA 19355-1488

Courtyard Philadelphia 
Plymouth Meeting   
610-238-0695 
651 Fountain Rd 
Plymouth Meeting PA 19462


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The people of the Pennsylvania Land Trust Association envision a prosperous Pennsylvania, where communities know that their treasured green places will endure. We envision a Commonwealth where the lands that guarantee our water quality are safeguarded; where every child can safely play at a nearby park; where our productive farmland and forests are protected, securing our food and timber supply; and where wild places are preserved for wildlife and people.

Thank you to the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources for supporting the Association’s conservation efforts.

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