If you are traveling to Orlando for the 2017 NAHB
International Builders’ Show® (IBS), you may be wondering about the best ways
to get to and from the Orange County Convention Center—where IBS is being
held—along with other places associated with the show. Here is an overview of
how to get around town while attending IBS:
Getting to and
from the Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Once you land in the Sunshine State and get your bags off
the carousel, you can grab an airport shuttle or taxis to get to your hotel.
- Group
shuttles to most Orlando hotels/resorts are available on the B side of the
terminal, on the Ground Transportation Level (Level 1), at Commercial Lane
spaces B42-B47. - Taxi
service is available in two locations: On the A side of the terminal, on
the Ground Transportation Level (Level 1), at Commercial Lane spaces A5-A8 and
A22-A25; and on the B side of the terminal, on the Ground Transportation Level
(Level 1), at Commercial Lane spaces B5-B8 and B30-B34.
Airport personnel are available to assist, as needed.
Complimentary
Shuttle Transportation
During the Show (January 10 – 12), several complimentary
shuttle services will be available.
- Hotel
shuttles will run between all official IBS & KBIS hotels and
the Orange County Convention Center (OCCC).* Shuttle hours each day are 6:30 AM – 6:00
PM. - There will also be a Special
Event Shuttle to all official IBS & KBIS hotels from the Orange
County Convention Center after the IBS Closing Spike Concert (SOLD OUT). This
shuttle will run until 8:15 PM on January 12. - Express
Ride by GE APPLIANCES will run between the West and South Concourses each
day of the show between 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. - For those driving to the Convention Center, Parking
Lot Shuttles will run between the North/South Parking Lot and the West
Concourse each day of the show from 6:30 AM – 6:00 PM.
Call an UBER
Once again this year, UBER
is working with the Builders’ Show to make getting around Orlando easier. This is
a great alternative to waiting in transportation lines. Download the UBER app
to your smartphone, and when you need a lift, your phone’s GPS detects your
location and connects you with the nearest available driver.
Continue to follow our blog for resources, tips and ideas
for maximizing your time at the Builders’ Show. You can discover why All Homes
Start Here—at BuildersShow.com.
*With the
exception of the properties that are within walking distance of the OCCC.