What You Need to Know about the 2025 Annual Meeting - San Juan, Puerto Rico
AMCA is thrilled to be heading to Puerto Rico for the AMCA's 91st Annual Meeting! The annual meeting will convene in San Juan, Puerto Rico from March 3rd to March 7th, 2025. Puerto Rico is a territory of the U.S. and it’s at the forefront of the United States’ ongoing battle to protect the public from invasive and expanding mosquito species and vector-borne disease threats.
Our annual meeting of public health and mosquito control professionals allows our membership to engage for a week of learning, collaboration, and networking. Next year is no exception. We look forward to seeing everyone!
Meeting Location & Accommodations
The meeting headquarters will be at the San Juan Convention Center, a state-of-the-art facility offering spacious meeting rooms, exhibition halls, and convenient amenities.
We have secured discounted room blocks at two convenient hotels located directly at the Convention Center:
- Sheraton Puerto Rico Resort: Conveniently located across from the convention center, the Sheraton provides a full-service option as our host including a variety of restaurants. Rates starting at $249 per night.
- Aloft San Juan: This modern hotel provides stylish accommodations, a vibrant atmosphere, and convenient access to the Convention Center. Rate at $189 per night.
Booking information and a link to reserve your room will be provided later this year, no later than early fall. So check back soon.
Why should you attend AMCA’s annual meeting in
Puerto Rico?
Each year our annual meeting has a program designed to highlight the various research, collaborations, and innovations impacting our programs throughout the US. Meeting in Puerto Rico will give our members a new perspective in the battle against mosquito-borne diseases. The island's warm, humid climate and abundant rainfall create ideal breeding grounds for a variety of mosquito species. In recent years, there have been local outbreaks of Dengue fever, Zika virus, and Chikungunya virus in this U.S. Territory.
Meeting in Puerto Rico provides a unique opportunity to:
- Discuss innovative solutions for mosquito control in a tropical environment. Attendees will have the chance to learn about the latest advancements in mosquito control methods and techniques that can be used to combat invasive Aedes as they expand their range throughout the continental U.S.
- Learn about the unique challenges faced by Puerto Rican vector control professionals. Through presentations and discussions, attendees will gain valuable insights into the specific challenges faced by mosquito control professionals working in Puerto Rico, such as limited resources, diverse terrain, and a high population density. In many ways these insights are applicable to many of our member’s districts, as we all struggle to balance limited budgets and ever-changing mosquito and human population structures.
- Collaborate on research and development of new mosquito control methods. The meeting will foster collaboration between researchers, industry professionals, and public health officials to develop and implement new strategies for more effective mosquito control throughout the U.S. including many tropical regions.
Traveling to Puerto Rico
San Juan is a major travel hub with Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (SJU) offering numerous flights daily between the mainland U.S., Canada, the Caribbean, and Europe.
As a U.S. territory, Puerto Rico offers a convenient travel experience for U.S. citizens:
- No Passport Needed: Pack your standard-issued government ID and you're ready to go! Since Puerto Rico is a U.S. territory, U.S. citizens are not required to carry a passport.
- Language: Feel free to brush up on your Spanish, but it's not essential. Both English and Spanish are widely spoken throughout the island, so communication is easy.
- U.S. Currency: Leave your currency converter at home. The U.S. dollar is the official currency in Puerto Rico, so no need to exchange money.
- Familiar Outlets: No need for adapter plugs. The electrical outlets in Puerto Rico are the same standard as in the mainland U.S..
Estimated Travel Costs
Travel costs will vary depending on your location and travel preferences. Here's a breakdown of some ballpark figures to help you budget:
- Airfare: Roundtrip flights from major U.S. cities to San Juan is consistent with other major cities from the U.S. and most locations will offer flights from $200 to $700, roundtrip.
- Accommodations: We have secured discounted rates at the conference hotels with rates as low as $189 (see above) which offer a range of amenities and dining options to suit your needs.
- Transportation: San Juan has a good public transportation system, including buses and a light rail system. Additionally, taxis and ride-sharing services are readily available for convenient travel throughout the city.
- Food: San Juan offers a wide range of dining options, from budget-friendly local eateries serving delicious Puerto Rican cuisine to upscale restaurants featuring international dishes. You can find everything to suit your taste and budget.
Submissions, Registration & Meeting Schedule Coming Soon
We invite all members to submit your presentation, poster, or workshop idea later this summer for the AMCA 2025 Annual Meeting. We anticipate another full schedule of symposia, workshops, and more!
Later this spring we will open our call for symposiums as well as workshops! Based upon the success of our 20224 agenda, we are excited to expand our workshop offerings throughout the meeting in 2025. Official abstract submissions will begin later this summer.
Registration details, including fees and deadlines, will be available in Fall 2024 on the AMCA website.
Stay Connected!
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Future Annual Meeting Dates
2025 - San Juan, Puerto Rico: 3/3-3/7
2026 - Portland, Oregon: 3/23-3/27