Frequently Asked Questions
General Questions
Where is Fall Meeting 2021 being held?
#AGU21 will be held at the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center and available online. We have partnered with various audio-visual providers to ensure quality streaming so that no matter how you choose to engage with #AGU21, you'll have a great experience.
New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
900 Convention Center Blvd
New Orleans, LA 70130
What are the dates for Fall Meeting 2021?
Will Fall Meeting 2021 definitely be in-person?
If conditions and advice change and warrant a reduced in-person event, or fully virtual event again, we will inform conveners and the AGU community as soon as possible.
Will Fall Meeting 2021 offer on-site childcare?
Can caregivers still receive free on-site registration?
When does the online registration tool open to register for the early bird fees?
When does the housing tool open to reserve hotel accommodations in New Orleans?
What is the expected meeting attendance?
Do I have to be an AGU member to attend?
How do I become an AGU member?
Will AGU accept ancillary meeting room requests?
What is the closest airport?
What is the weather like in New Orleans during Fall Meeting?
Does AGU offer travel discounts?
AGU has again teamed up with United Airlines to offer you discounts on air travel to Fall Meeting. Discounts are applicable from 10 December through 20 December 2021. Visit the United website and enter ZK5B830332 in the Offer Code box and click on the yellow arrow button to view discounted fares. The discount will be applied at the time of ticketing. Contact AGU with any questions.
Amtrak offers #AGU21 attendees an energy efficient travel option to New Orleans. Travel by rail on Amtrak's iconic City of New Orleans, Crescent and Sunset Limited service from Washington, D.C., Atlanta, Memphis, Houston, Dallas, Birmingham, and Chicago to save 15% off regular (full) coach seating. Upgrades to private rooms are available at an additional charge. Applicable for travel between 1-22 December 2021 with a minimum of four (4) days advanced reservations required prior to travel. Visit Amtrak.com and enter V653 in the Promo Code Box when booking your trip. The discount will be applied at the time of ticketing. Restrictions apply.