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COMMUNITY 2012 in Dallas, Texas

Transportation, Parking, Dining, and Local Attractions

The beautiful Gaylord Texan is the host hotel as well as the venue for the sessions and exhibits. The Gaylord Texan is a world class property with numerous dining, networking and recreational options there and in nearby Grapevine and Dallas. Extend your stay and bring family or friends for a long weekend.

1501 Gaylord Trail
Grapevine, TX 76051
817-778-2000

While the ALFA room block is closed, you can reserve a room at a nearby hotel.


Airports

The Gaylord Texan is located approximately 10 minutes from the Dallas Ft. Worth (DFW) Airport. Dallas Love field is 20 miles southeast of the Gaylord Texan is served by Southwest Airlines, as well as connection services from United, Continental and Delta.

Drive/Parking

  • Self-parking (per day or overnight): $12 per day plus tax
  • Visitor Valet Parking: $20 per day, plus tax
  • Overnight Valet Parking: $20 per day, plus tax

Airport Shuttle

SuperShuttle is offering ALFA discounted rates. Reserve your shuttle now and access these ALFA rates. Please allow 40 minutes from the airport to the Gaylord Texan and 20 minutes from the Gaylord Texan to the airport. There are a few stops along the way.

Pricing for Super Shuttle Shared Rides

  • DFW Airport: $10 per person
  • Love Field: $20 per person

Sedan Service:

Sedan service is available to and from the airport. Reserve a sedan online.

Taxi Service

Taxi service is expensive from DFW to the Gaylord Texan. Although it is only 10 minutes away, the cost is $30 each way due to higher airport fees and taxes. Another option is the Super Shuttle for airport transfers.

Dining at the Hotel

The Gaylord Palms has 6 restaurants on property.

Old Hickory Steakhouse – Steakhouse.
Open nightly for dinner, 4:30pm-10pm.
Attire: Business casual.
Reservations: Highly recommended, (817) 778-2215. Please call (817) 778-2280.

Zeppole – Coastal Italian.
The Zeppole Bar is open daily from 4:30 to 11pm, with happy hour from 4:30 to 6:30pm. Dining is available each evening from 5pm to 10pm.
Attire: Casual attire.
Reservations: Reservations recommended, call (817) 778-2215.

Texan Station – Sports Bar.
Hours: 11am until 1:30am.
Attire: Casual attire.

Riverwalk Cantina – Tex Mex.
Breakfast: 6:30am to 10:30am daily.
Lunch: Monday – Thursday (11am to 2pm), Friday – Saturday (11am to 3pm).
Dinner: Sunday – Thursday (5pm to 10pm), Friday – Saturday (5pm to12am).
Sunday Brunch: 11am – 3pm ($32 for adults and $12 for children).
Attire: Casual attire.

Glass Cactus – Nightclub. Open Wednesday through Saturday from 5:00 p.m. until 2:00 a.m.
Attire: Casual attire — no flip flops, no torn attire or t-shirts with graphic slogans.
Reservations: Reservations accepted, call (817) 778-2805.

Dining - Grapevine

The Gaylord offers a complimentary shuttle to downtown Grapevine. Check with the Concierge desk for departure times and schedules.

Grapevine Destination Information:

Downtown Grapevine is located just 5 minutes from the Gaylord Texan. Grapevine offers dining, shopping, and other attractions including a vintage railroad and winery tours.

Other Area Attractions

  • Six Flags
  • Great Wolf Lodge
  • Texas Ranger Baseball
  • The Home of “Dallas” the TV series




*ALFA reserves the right to change the conference program.