{"id":568,"date":"2025-06-20T19:22:31","date_gmt":"2025-06-20T19:22:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ruralsociology.org\/annual-meeting\/hotel-travel-information\/"},"modified":"2025-11-25T18:51:02","modified_gmt":"2025-11-25T18:51:02","slug":"hotel-travel-information","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ruralsociology.org\/annual-meeting\/hotel-travel-information\/","title":{"rendered":"Hotel &#038; Travel Information"},"content":{"rendered":"<!--themify_builder_content-->\n<div id=\"themify_builder_content-568\" data-postid=\"568\" class=\"themify_builder_content themify_builder_content-568 themify_builder tf_clear\">\n                    <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row tb_pn58150 tb_first tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col-full tb_ukmy151 first\">\n                    <!-- Breadcrumbs module -->\n<div  class=\"module module-breadcrumbs tb_3rcg368 \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n\t<nav role=\"navigation\" aria-label=\"Breadcrumbs\" class=\"tbp_breadcrumb_trail\"><ul class=\"tbp_trail_items\" itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/BreadcrumbList\"><meta name=\"numberOfItems\" content=\"1\" \/><meta name=\"itemListOrder\" content=\"Ascending\" \/><li itemprop=\"itemListElement\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ListItem\" class=\"tbp_trail_item tbp_trail_end\"><a itemprop=\"item\" href=\"https:\/\/ruralsociology.org\/\" rel=\"home\"><span itemprop=\"name\">Home<\/span><\/a><meta itemprop=\"position\" content=\"1\" \/><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div><!-- \/Breadcrumbs module -->\n<!-- module fancy heading -->\n<div  class=\"module module-fancy-heading tb_f8x2476 \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <h1 class=\"fancy-heading\">\n    <span class=\"main-head tf_block\">\n                    Hotel &amp; Travel Information            <\/span>\n\n    \n    <span class=\"sub-head tf_block tf_rel\">\n                    Raleigh, NC            <\/span>\n    <\/h1>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module fancy heading -->\n<!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_dee2376   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p data-start=\"471\" data-end=\"779\">Nestled in the heart of North Carolina\u2019s Research Triangle, <strong>Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh Durham<\/strong> offers a perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and sophistication. Enjoy easy access to a variety of nearby dining options, from upscale steakhouses and global cuisine to casual local favorites, all within minutes of the hotel.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"781\" data-end=\"914\">We\u2019ve reserved a block of rooms at a discounted group rate for RSS attendees. <strong data-start=\"859\" data-end=\"883\">Book by July 7, 2026<\/strong> to receive the preferred rate.<\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text --><!-- module fancy heading -->\n<div  class=\"module module-fancy-heading tb_quf1180 \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <h3 class=\"fancy-heading\">\n    <span class=\"main-head tf_block\">\n                    Hotel Details:            <\/span>\n\n    \n    <span class=\"sub-head tf_block tf_rel\">\n                                <\/span>\n    <\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module fancy heading -->\n        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_subrow themify_builder_sub_row tf_w col_align_top tb_col_count_2 tb_hh57918\">\n                <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column sub_column col4-2 tb_gxme919 first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_k626142   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p><strong data-start=\"1135\" data-end=\"1167\">Embassy Suites by Hilton<br>Raleigh Durham Research Triangle<\/strong><br data-start=\"1167\" data-end=\"1170\">201 Harrison Oaks Boulevard<br>Cary, NC 27513<\/p>\n<p>Availability is limited\u2014early booking is strongly recommended.<\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text --><!-- module buttons -->\n<div  class=\"module module-buttons tb_r9q5392 buttons-horizontal solid   rounded tb_gs125683\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div class=\"module-buttons-item tf_in_flx\">\n                        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hilton.com\/en\/attend-my-event\/rssannualconference2026\/\" class=\"ui builder_button tf_in_flx tb_default_color\" >\n                                    <em><svg  class=\"tf_fa tf-fas-hotel\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#tf-fas-hotel\"><\/use><\/svg><\/em>                                        Book Your Room Now                                        <\/a>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n<!-- \/module buttons -->\n        <\/div>\n                    <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column sub_column col4-2 tb_dbz4919 last\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_n3fu377   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <ul>\n<li data-start=\"1221\" data-end=\"1250\">\n<p data-start=\"1223\" data-end=\"1250\">Single\/Double: $169\/night<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1281\" data-end=\"1346\">\n<p data-start=\"1283\" data-end=\"1346\">Room block deadline: <strong data-start=\"1304\" data-end=\"1320\">July 7, 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row tb_v7ca710 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col-full tb_lq2n710 first\">\n                    <!-- module fancy heading -->\n<div  class=\"module module-fancy-heading tb_dbgn595 \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <h3 class=\"fancy-heading\">\n    <span class=\"main-head tf_block\">\n                    Traveling to Raleigh:            <\/span>\n\n    \n    <span class=\"sub-head tf_block tf_rel\">\n                                <\/span>\n    <\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module fancy heading -->\n<!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_h13p741   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p>Raleigh is one of the most dynamic and accessible cities in the Southeast. Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) serves 10 major airlines with numerous nonstop destinations<\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row tb_caqu850 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_2 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col4-2 tb_orxm850 first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_6myr832   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p data-start=\"1680\" data-end=\"1693\"><strong data-start=\"1680\" data-end=\"1691\">By Air:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Fly into <strong>Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)<\/strong> \u2014 located just 6 miles (~10\u201315 minutes) from the Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh Durham Research Triangle in Cary, NC.<\/li>\n<li>RDU is served by <strong>19 major airlines<\/strong> offering <strong>over 400 daily flights<\/strong> and <strong>nonstop service to 80+ destinations.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text --><!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_l8fi464   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p>Delta Air Lines is pleased to offer special discounts for <strong>RSS. <\/strong>Use the Meeting Event Code <strong>NY4BS.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>You may also call Conferences and Events\u00ae at 1.800.328.1111* Monday\u2013Friday, 8:00 a.m. \u2013 6:30 p.m. (EST)\u00a0<br><strong><em>*Please note there is not a service fee for reservations booked and ticketed via our reservation <\/em><\/strong><strong><em>800 number.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text --><!-- module buttons -->\n<div  class=\"module module-buttons tb_a759862 buttons-horizontal solid   rounded tb_gs125683\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div class=\"module-buttons-item tf_in_flx\">\n                        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.delta.com\/flightsearch\/book-a-flight?tripType=ROUND_TRIP&#038;priceSchedule=price&#038;originCity=&#038;destinationCity=&#038;departureDate=&#038;returnDate=&#038;paxCount=1&#038;meetingEventCode=NY3KA&#038;searchByCabin=true&#038;cabinFareClass=BE&#038;deltaOnlySearch=false&#038;deltaOnly=deltaPartner\" class=\"ui builder_button tf_in_flx tb_default_color\" >\n                                    <em><svg  class=\"tf_fa tf-fas-plane\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#tf-fas-plane\"><\/use><\/svg><\/em>                                        Book Your Flight Now                                        <\/a>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n<!-- \/module buttons -->\n        <\/div>\n                    <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col4-2 tb_7y3w850 last\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_r35b584   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p data-start=\"1876\" data-end=\"1917\"><strong data-start=\"1876\" data-end=\"1915\">Ground Transportation to the Hotel:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Public Transit (GoTriangle):<\/strong><br>Take <strong>GoTriangle Route 100<\/strong> from RDU Airport to the <strong>Regional Transit Center<\/strong>, then transfer to local routes serving Cary. While not a direct line to the hotel, this is a budget-friendly option with connections throughout the Triangle region.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Rideshare &amp; Taxi:<\/strong><br><strong>Uber, Lyft<\/strong>, and local taxi services are readily available. \u00a0A taxi or rideshare to the Embassy Suites in Cary typically takes <strong>10\u201315 minutes<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Car Rentals:<\/strong><br>Multiple rental car agencies are located on-site at RDU, with easy access to major highways for a quick drive to the hotel.<\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row tb_wjhp681 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col-full tb_umrc681 first\">\n                    <!-- module fancy heading -->\n<div  class=\"module module-fancy-heading tb_e6vx498 \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <h3 class=\"fancy-heading\">\n    <span class=\"main-head tf_block\">\n                    Accessibility &amp; Accommodations            <\/span>\n\n    \n    <span class=\"sub-head tf_block tf_rel\">\n                                <\/span>\n    <\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module fancy heading -->\n<!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_7ksp114   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p><strong>RSS and Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh Durham are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible experience for all attendees.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The hotel offers a range of accessibility features, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Wheelchair-accessible guest rooms and entrances<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Elevators and accessible meeting spaces<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Mobility- and hearing-accessible suites<\/strong> with features such as roll-in showers and visual alarms<\/li>\n<li><strong>Accessible parking and drop-off areas<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Supportive signage and assistance available upon request<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2551\" data-end=\"2820\">If you require materials in alternate formats, dietary accommodations, or other support, please let us know on the <a class=\"\" href=\"\/annual-meeting\/register-now\/\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"2666\" data-end=\"2688\">registration form<\/a> or by contacting a member of our administrative team\u00a0by <strong data-start=\"2803\" data-end=\"2819\">July 1, 2026<\/strong>.<\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row tb_9pov302 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col-full tb_paov302 first\">\n                    <!-- module fancy heading -->\n<div  class=\"module module-fancy-heading tb_06gx302 \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <h3 class=\"fancy-heading\">\n    <span class=\"main-head tf_block\">\n                    Explore Raleigh            <\/span>\n\n    \n    <span class=\"sub-head tf_block tf_rel\">\n                                <\/span>\n    <\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module fancy heading -->\n<!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_ns5r302   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p><strong>Whether you\u2019re new to North Carolina or returning, Raleigh offers a vibrant mix of urban energy and Southern charm. Extend your stay or carve out time to explore:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>North Carolina Museum of Art<\/strong> \u2013 A premier visual arts destination featuring indoor galleries and a 164-acre outdoor Museum Park with trails and sculptures<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pullen Park<\/strong> \u2013 One of the oldest amusement parks in the U.S., offering a historic carousel, pedal boats, and family-friendly fun just minutes from downtown<\/li>\n<li><strong>North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences<\/strong> \u2013 Fascinating exhibits on geology, paleontology, wildlife, and the natural world, perfect for all ages<\/li>\n<li><strong>Downtown Cary Park<\/strong> \u2013 A new, state-of-the-art urban park with elevated walkways, public art, playgrounds, and local food and drink options<\/li>\n<li><strong>William B. Umstead State Park<\/strong> \u2013 A 6,000-acre natural retreat with hiking, biking, fishing, and wildlife viewing just 15 minutes from downtown Raleigh<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>For dining, culture, and travel ideas, click <a href=\"https:\/\/ruralsociology.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Things-to-do-in-Cary-Copy.pdf\">here<\/a> or visit VisitRaleigh.com.<\/strong><\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n<!--\/themify_builder_content-->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hotel &#038; Travel InformationRaleigh, NC Nestled in the heart of North Carolina\u2019s Research Triangle, Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh Durham offers a perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and sophistication. Enjoy easy access to a variety of nearby dining options, from upscale steakhouses and global cuisine to casual local favorites, all within minutes of the hotel. We\u2019ve reserved a block of rooms at a discounted group rate for RSS attendees. Book by July 7, 2026 to receive the preferred rate. Hotel Details: Embassy Suites by HiltonRaleigh Durham Research Triangle201 Harrison Oaks BoulevardCary, NC 27513 Availability is limited\u2014early booking is strongly recommended. Book Your Room Now Single\/Double: $169\/night Room block deadline: July 7, 2026 Traveling to Raleigh: Raleigh is one of the most dynamic and accessible cities in the Southeast. Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) serves 10 major airlines with numerous nonstop destinations By Air: Fly into Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) \u2014 located just 6 miles (~10\u201315 minutes) from the Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh Durham Research Triangle in Cary, NC. RDU is served by 19 major airlines offering over 400 daily flights and nonstop service to 80+ destinations. Delta Air Lines is pleased to offer special discounts for RSS. 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