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Shipping Packages: No more than 3 days prior to the event.

  • Items weighting more than 30lbs must be delivered to the hotel through the loading bay.

  • A handling fee of $0.50/pound will apply to all incoming/outgoing boxes.

  • Boxes stored longer than 3 days will incur a charge of $25/box per day.

  • Pallets can not be brought directly into the ballrooms or pre-function areas.

  • The hotel does not provide a pallet jack or trolley.

  • Arrangements should be made in advance for the appropriate handling and transportation of large or heavy items.

Doubletree Fort Shelby 525 W Lafayette Blvd, Detroit, MI 48226

Event Manager: William Marchiori

All shipments must be labeled in the following format:

Doubletree Fort Shelby 525 W Lafayette Blvd, Detroit, MI 48226
ATTN: Your Name and GLIDE, Exhibiting Company Name, Name of Contact Person

It is essential that “ATTN: [Your Name] and GLIDE” appear in the secondary address line and date of function: 9/10-11/2027

Exhibitor Location: Doubletree Fort Shelby 525 W Lafayette Blvd, Detroit, MI 48226

Exhibitor Set Up date & time: TBD

Exhibitor Tear Down date & time: Saturday, September 12th 1:15pm

Receiving Window

We will begin accepting and storing shipments starting within 3 working days prior to the conference on Friday, September 10th

Shipments arriving before this date will not be received.

Storage Before the Conference

All materials received on or after September 7th will be stored onsite and complimentary until the conference begins.

Outgoing Shipping Instructions

When the conference concludes, please follow the guidelines below for any materials you plan to ship out from the Doubletree Hotel:

Preparing Your Outbound Packages

  • All items must be fully packed, taped, and ready for shipment.

  • The hotel does not provide packing supplies.

  • Each item must have a completed carrier shipping label already attached (UPS, FedEx, USPS, DHL, or third‑party courier).

  • Labels must include your company name, return address, and shipment destination.

  • Labels must be securely attached before drop‑off, as hotel staff cannot apply labels for you.

Dropping Off Outgoing Items

  • Outbound packages may be dropped off at the Front Desk.

  • Hotel staff will store your items until your scheduled carrier pickup.

Carrier Pickup

  • Exhibitors are responsible for scheduling their own carrier pickup within 5 days of departure.

  • Please ensure the pickup is scheduled during standard business hours.

  • Provide your carrier with the Doubletree Hotel’s name and address, and any necessary instructions for locating the pickup area.

  • The hotel cannot call or coordinate with carriers on your behalf.

  • You are responsible only for your carrier’s shipping costs.

  • Package Pickup & Shipping Policy

    • Each vendor is responsible for arranging the pickup and shipment of their packages, displays, equipment, and other materials through their preferred shipping company or carrier.

    • Vendors must schedule their own pickup directly with the shipping company and ensure that the carrier has the correct hotel address, pickup location, and any necessary event or vendor information. The hotel is not responsible for arranging or scheduling carrier pickups on behalf of vendors.

    • All packages must be properly packaged and securely sealed prior to being presented for shipment.

    • The hotel is not responsible for packaging, labeling, or repackaging vendor materials unless separate arrangements have been made in advance.

    • Due to limited storage capacity, packages should not be left at the hotel for an extended period after the conclusion of the event.

    • The hotel reserves the right to establish a maximum storage period and/or applicable handling or storage fees for packages that remain after the event.

    • Large displays, crates, pallets, freight, heavy equipment, or other items requiring special handling must be coordinated with the hotel's Event Services or appropriate hotel department in advance. Vendors may be required to make separate arrangements for loading dock access, freight elevators, pallet storage, or other special requirements.

    • The hotel is not responsible for loss, damage, delay, mis delivery, or other issues occurring during transportation by the vendor's selected carrier.

Important Reminders

  • Packages without labels cannot be released to carriers.

  • Carriers cannot pick up after hours.

  • Items left behind without instructions may be discarded after a grace period.