Travel

The most convenient way to get to Vicksburg is to first fly to Jackson, MS (JAN) and then drive to Vicksburg (all interstate I-20) which is about 45 minutes away. If you are interested in carpooling with other attendees flying in, please make sure to answer "Yes" to that question in the registration process.

Lodging

There is no hotel block for the event however, we recommend the Hampton Inn. There is also a Marriott Courtyard and a Holiday Inn nearby.  If you are looking for a bit more local options, Vicksburg has several nice Bed & Breakfast’s including Duff Green Mansion, Cedar Grove Inn, and Oak Manor. Give them Shelley Tingle’s name and you’ll likely get a discount.

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