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Venue

Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center
300 E Ocean Blvd
Long Beach, California, 90802
United States

Hotels

APEX & IFSA will have a shared hotel block at the Hyatt Regency & Marriott to increase networking opportunities ‎and collaboration.‎

Hyatt Regency Long Beach | Room Rate: $324USD/night + taxes, fees
Marriott Long Beach Downtown (formerly Renaissance) | Room Rate: $272USD/night + taxes, fees
Courtyard Long Beach Downtown | Room Rate: $289USD/night + taxes, fees
Hilton Long Beach | Room Rate: $289USD/night + taxes, fees
Residence Inn | Room Rate: $273USD/night + taxes, fees
Westin Long Beach | Room Rate: $279USD/night + taxes, fee

Meeting Attendees: Watch Out for This Room-Booking Scam
Hotel-room poachers are third-party housing companies that profit by booking meeting attendees and exhibitors outside the official housing block. These pirates pose as the official purveyor of a block of hotel rooms for a meeting or use various tactics to convince meeting attendees to make their reservations through an unofficial company, including using the association branding. It is not a new problem, but it is a growing concern among events like ours. In some cases, attendees are booked at a lower-tier hotel far from the event location; in others, they arrive at their hotel to discover their cards have been charged but there are no reservations in their names. Associations may also end up paying costly attrition fees when a reserved block of rooms is not used.
APEX will NOT call for credit card details to book hotel rooms on members’ behalf.

Please make sure to only book with the APEX/IFSA Global EXPO host hotel. Please use links that are received directly from us or throughout the APEX/IFSA Global EXPO website. If there is any question as to if a link or email received is legitimate please share with APEX staff at staff@apex.aero and we will be happy to confirm for you.

Travel

Supporting Global Mobility: Visa Application Guidance for APEX Members

Navigating the complexities of international travel can be challenging, especially when it comes to obtaining the necessary visas. As a global association committed to supporting our members and the aviation industry, we understand the importance of a seamless passenger journey and have therefore collated comprehensive visa application information.

Up-to-Date Visa Guidelines: Stay informed with the latest application procedures and required documentation. A foreigner traveling to the United States to conduct temporary business (which includes attending business meetings or consultations) must have a visitor visa (B) unless qualifying for entry under the Visa Waiver Program.

  • Global Visa Wait Times – Updated monthly
  • Visas for Business Travelers – Overview of requirements and important links.
  • Visitor Visa – Overview; How to Apply; Fees; Required Documentation  
  • Visitor Waiver Program – Overview; Participating Countries; Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) Application; Passport Requirements
  • Visa FAQs – The basics about Visas.  
  • Visa Wizard – A guide to help foreign citizens understand which visa category might be appropriate for their travel to the United States.
  • Visa News – Updates and news regarding U.S. Visas

Personalized Invitation Letters: APEX can issue custom invitation letters addressed to the Visa officer on behalf of the association. If you require an invitation letter, please send an email with the subject: 2025 EXPO Visa Invitation Request to Michelle Hall at mhall@apex.aero. The following information should be included:

  • Full Name on Passport
  • Issuing Country
  • Passport Number
  • Passport Expiry
  • Company Name Company
  • Mailing Address
  • Company Title

We are here to support your professional journey, making global connections easier and more accessible. Join us to take advantage of these valuable resources and ensure your travel plans go smoothly.

For more information, contact:
APEX Staff at staff@apex.aero.