For the first time ever, the 2027 NASB annual meeting is taking place in conjunction with the HFCC (High Frequency Coordination Conference) -- the international shortwave frequency coordination conference which takes place twice each year in different parts of the world.  The HFCC is rarely held in the United States, so this is a unique opportubity for U.S. shortwave listeners and broadcasters to see how the international shortwave frequency coordination process works.  It will also be a special opportunity to visit the brand new Continental Electronics Corporation factory and to see a new solid-state shortwave transmitter being constructed. You will also be able to meet personally with representatives of the major shortwave broadcasting stations from around the world. 

Airport: The main airport is Dallas-Fort Worth International, although Dallas Love Field Airport is somewhat closer to the conference hotel.  Delta and Southwest airliines serve Love Field.  More airliines fly to DFW.  

Hotel Details: The Courtyard by Marriott Dallas Downtown/Reunion District is ideally situated at 310 S. Houston Street, putting guests within a short walking distance of major landmarks such as Reunion Tower, Dealey Plaza, and the John F. Kennedy Memorial along with shopping and restaurants in the nearby West End and Commerce Street and Main Street. The hotel offers modern, climate-controlled rooms equipped with flat-screen TVs, coffee/tea makers, mini-refrigerators, and free high-speed Wi-Fi. Amenities include a fitness center, 24-hour business center, on-site dining at The Bistro and HQ Dallas Rooftop Bar with skyline views.

Hotel Address: Courtyard by Marriott Dallas Downtown/Reunion District, 310 South Houston Street, Dallas, Texas 75202 USA

Hotel Telephone: +1 214-238-6589

Price of accommodation rooms: The room price for a single or double room is US $122.00 (total of US$143.64, including tax and breakfast for up to two people). Use the following link to make your reservation online.

https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1788887714867&key=GRP&app=resvlink&_branch_match_id=1521972990938735521&_branch_referrer=H4sIAAAAAAAAA8soKSkottLXTywo0MtNLCrKzC8p0UvOz9UvSi0uy0wtN7LPTLE1NLcAAnNzQxMLM3O17NRKW%2FegADWgFluQqpzMvGy1uqLUtFSg9rz0%2BKSi%2FPLi1CJb54yi%2FNxUAAqDv8FhAAAA&inventoryMissing=true

Your reservation must be guaranteed with a credit or debit card. It can be cancelled without penalty up to 48 hours prior to arrival. Cancellation after that will incur a charge of one night's accommodation on your card.

Hotel Conference Package Fee: For persons attending the NASB portion of the HFCC Conference on Thursday and Friday, the Hotel Conference Package Fee is $122.00 per person. This amount covers conference room rental with full amenities including audio visual equipment, meeting room rental, morning and afternoon coffee breaks and lunch on Thursday and Friday.  When you make your hotel reservation, your card will also be used to guarantee the Hotel Conference Package Fee. PLEASE NOTE: As food and beverage has to be ordered in advance, the hotel will charge your card for the Hotel Conference Package Fee on December 22, 2026. But you will not be charged for your hotel room stay at that time. While room reservations can be cancelled up to 48 hours prior to arrival without penalty, the Hotel Conference Package Fee is non-reimbursable.

Hotel Reservation Deadline: December 21, 2026. After this date, the hotel will release all rooms in the HFCC room block which have not been reserved, and if you make a reservation at a later time it will be subject to room availability and the current non-HFCC rate. There are several other large events in Dallas during our conference week, so room availability may be difficult. We strongly encourage you to make your room reservation by December 21.

Check-in/out times: The hotel check-in time is 4:00 pm. Check-out is 11:00 am. Early check-in is available if a room is ready, but there will be a one-half-day charge for early check-in.

Transportation from DFW Airport to the Conference Hotel: To get from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to the Courtyard by Marriott Dallas Downtown/Reunion, you have convenient options using either public or private transit. For direct public transit, take the DART (Dallas Area Rapid Transit) Orange Line train from the DFW Airport Station directly into downtown Dallas, exiting at West End Station; from there, the hotel is a 10-to-12-minute walk south down Market Street (or a quick 3-minute ride via a connecting bus or local taxi). Alternatively, ride-share services like Uber and Lyft, as well as traditional taxis, pick up on the upper level of each airport terminal at the designated ground transportation zones. The drive to the downtown hotel typically takes 20 to 30 minutes via I-35E South, depending on traffic conditions.

Transportation from Dallas Love Field Airport to the Conference Hotel:  To get from Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL) to the Courtyard by Marriott Dallas Downtown/Reunion District, you can drive/rideshare via I-35E S or use the DART public transit system. Taking an Uber, Lyft, or taxi is the most seamless method. The trip covers roughly 7.5 miles and typically takes 15 to 30 minutes, depending heavily on downtown Dallas traffic.  The DART (Dallas Area Rapid Transit) system is highly efficient, costs $2.50 for a midday pass (or $3.00 for an AM/PM pass), and takes about 35 to 40 minutes total.  

Local Transportation: Getting around Dallas from the Courtyard by Marriott Downtown is convenient on foot, via ride-share services like Uber and Lyft, or using Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) light rail and buses, with both Union Station and West End Station just a short walk away. Situated in the heart of downtown, the hotel places delegates within a 5-to-10-minute walk of iconic attractions like Dealey Plaza, The Sixth Floor Museum, the JFK Memorial, Reunion Tower, and Pioneer Plaza. For dining and shopping, delegates can step right out to explore the vibrant West End Historic District and Main Street District, offering an array of Tex-Mex restaurants, classic steak houses, local coffee shops, boutiques, and everyday convenience stores within a few blocks of the hotel.

Weather: Visiting Dallas in mid-January means experiencing cool to chilly winter weather, with average daytime highs around 57°F (14°C) and brisk nighttime lows dropping to about 37°F (3°C). While conditions are typically clear or crisp, cold snaps accompanied by biting winds or rain are possible. To stay comfortable throughout the day and into the evening, pack versatile layers such as sweater knitwear, long-sleeve shirts, and a medium-to-heavy coat or jacket. Be sure to include a warm scarf, comfortable walking shoes for getting around downtown, and a compact umbrella or raincoat in case of damp weather.

Local Attractions: Dallas offers an array of world-class tourist attractions ranging from cultural landmarks in the city center to iconic Texas heritage sites nearby. In downtown Dallas, visitors can explore the Dallas Arts District, home to the Dallas Museum of Art and the Nasher Sculpture Center, or visit historic sites like Dealey Plaza, The Sixth Floor Museum, and the Perot Museum of Nature and Science. Just a 30-minute drive north in Parker, Texas, lies Southfork Ranch, made world-famous as the fictional home of the Ewing family in the classic TV series Dallas. Additionally, visitors can go about 35 miles west to the Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District to witness the world's only twice-daily live Texas Longhorn cattle drive and take in a professional rodeo at Cowtown Coliseum.

Other Texas Attractions (if you want to extend your visit): Beyond the vibrant cityscape of Dallas, Texas offers a vast landscape of world-famous destinations and iconic cultural landmarks. Travelers looking for authentic Western heritage can experience a working cattle ranch or explore the historic streets of San Antonio to see the Alamo – a historic 1700s Spanish mission where Texas fighters made a legendary stand for independence – and stroll the scenic River Walk, a colorful network of walkways along the San Antonio River, lined with vibrant shops, restaurants, and historic architecture. Austin is the "Live Music Capital of the World," known for its eclectic arts scene and state capitol. Nature enthusiasts can marvel at the dramatic desert canyons of Big Bend National Park or the highest peak in Texas at Guadalupe Mountains National Park. For a taste of the Gulf Coast, the beaches of Galveston and Padre Island National Seashore provide miles of pristine coastline. Many Caribbean cruises depart from Galveston in January on major cruise lines including Royal Caribbean, NCL, Disney, Carnival and MSC.

Thursday Excursion: On Thursday afternoon, 21 January, there will be an excursion for all delegates to the factory of Continental Electronics, followed by a group dinner sponsored by Continental Electronics at a local restaurant.