Travel to the Spring SG Summit in New York

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🏨 Official ASGA Conference Hotel

Ramada by Wyndham Jersey City

📍 0.2 mi to conference (walkable)🚶 1 block from PATH train✈ Free EWR Airport Shuttle

65 Tonnele Avenue, Jersey City, New Jersey 07201 • 201-432-6100

The Ramada is a short walk from the conference and just one block from the Journal Square PATH train, putting you within easy reach of Manhattan. The hotel offers a free airport shuttle to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), free continental breakfast, and free WiFi. Room rates: $145/night (Single or Double), $155/night (Triple or Quad), plus 16.625% tax. Register early. Use the ASGA group code when booking.

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Ramada by Wyndham Jersey City guest room

📍 Conference Location

Hudson County Community College Culinary Conference Center

161 Newkirk Street, Jersey City, NJ 07306. First floor Banquet Room

If you won’t be staying at the recommended conference hotel, check the proximity of your hotel to this location. Students often tell us that being close made all the difference. (Campus Map)

☀️ Weather

Highs in the 60s, lows in the 40s

The Big Apple runs cool in April. Pack layers and check the latest forecast.

🅿️ Parking

$40+/day typical at hotels and near the conference

Parking is a challenge in NYC. HCCC has a free first-come lot, plus a paid garage and the ParkWhiz app. See options below.

✈️ Airport

Fly into Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) — closest at 10.2 miles

If your drive would take more than 8 hours, ASGA recommends flying. Your conference hotel offers a free shuttle to and from EWR. LaGuardia (LGA, 12.8 mi), JFK (22.5 mi), and Westchester County (HPN, 42.3 mi) may offer cheaper or more convenient flights.

🚗 Ground Transportation Quick Reference

You’ll need transportation from the airport to your hotel, then to the conference location. Plan your route in advance if using public transit.

Option	Est. Cost	Notes
🚐 Hotel Shuttle (EWR)	Free	Free shuttle between Newark Liberty (EWR) and the Ramada
🚕 Taxi	$45 (EWR) / $55 (LGA) / $80+ (JFK)	More convenient and often cheaper than a rental car plus parking
🚙 Uber / Lyft	Varies	Usually the most convenient and cost-effective option in NYC
🚐 Shared Van	~$25 pp	From all 3 main airports; discounts available for larger groups
⛴️ NY Waterway Ferry	From $8 one-way	Runs Monday–Friday; call 1-800-53-FERRY for details
🚌 Public Transportation	Varies	An option, but plan your route in advance

🅿️ Parking at the Conference Location

HCCC’s free lot (first come, first served) — 162 Sip Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07306
State Square Parking Garage — 132 Sip Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07306 (look for the “Park and Lock” sign on Sip Ave)
ParkWhiz app — book a spot ahead of time

📍 Ramada by Wyndham Jersey City: your conference hotel

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