2012 Midwinter Seminar

2012 Midwinter
Seminar
Hilton, Barbados
January 21—26
Barbados Rates one of the
top 5 islands, Barbados is the eastern
-most Caribbean island. It is 21
miles in length and 14 miles wide
and has a population of approximately 284,500 people. One of the
Caribbean’s leading tourist destinations, Barbados is one of the most
developed islands in the region.
Barbados was originally named
Ichirouganaim with possible translations including “Red Land with
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Arlington House
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Harrison’s Cave
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Gun Hill Signal Station
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George Washington’s House
Hilton Facts
White Teeth”. The Portuguese renamed it Barbados which means
“bearded ones”, but it is a matter of
conjecture whether this refers to the
long, hanging roots of the bearded
fig-tree indigenous to the island; to
bearded Caribs once inhabiting the
island or the foam spraying over the
outlying reefs. Barbados has been
an independent country since 1966.
Historical Spots
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High speed internet access
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Mini bar and coffee maker
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Laundry/Valet Service
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Business Center
dining experience from Angus beef
steaks to locally caught marketfresh seafood.
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Lighthouse Terrace Restaurant is
open 7 days from 6:30 a.m. to 11:00
p.m. and serves breakfast, lunch and
dinner buffet or a la carte.
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Careenage Bar is open 7 days from
5:00 p.m.—1:00 a.m. Styled as a
keeled boat it provides a vibrant
ambiance in which to socialize and
soak up the leisurely Caribbean
style.
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Waters Edge Bar is open 7 days
from 10:00 a.m.—9:00 p.m. Sip
sublime cocktails and eat light-bites
and snacks while enjoying azure
ocean views.
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Concierge
Desk
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Private Balcony/Ocean View
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Stunning tropical beach
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Sprawling pool complex
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Kidz Paradise Club
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Fitness and Health Centre
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5 minutes from the island’s capital of Bridgetown
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Folkstone Marine Park
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365 Churches
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Sunbury Plantation
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Lancaster Great House Gallery
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Andromeda Botanic Gardens
Restaurants On-Site
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Bathsheba
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Morgan Lewis Windmill
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20 minutes from the airport
The Grille is the Hilton’s premiere resort restaurant and is
open 5 days from 6:30 a.m.—
10:30 p.m. Enjoy a memorable
Golf Courses
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Apes Hill Club
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Barbados Golf Club
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Plum Tree Club
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Rockley Golf Club
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Sandy Lane Country Club
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Sandy Lane Green Monkey
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Old Nine Course
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Royal Westmoreland
Executive Room Upgrade
Currency
Activities
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Fishing
Executive Room Amenities
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Scuba Diving
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Air Conditioning
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Sightseeing
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Balcony
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Water Sports
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High Speed Internet Access
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Zip Line
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Mini Bar
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Horseback Riding
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Bathroom amenities
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Sailing
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Coffee Maker
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Snorkeling
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Iron & Ironing Board
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Evening Hors d’oeuvres
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Honor Bar
Ocean View Room
1 King or 2 double beds
Perfect Weather
With an average daily high temperature of 78 degrees, an average
daily rainfall of less than
1/4 inch and 3000 hours of
annual sunshine, it’s hard to
imagine a place that
enjoys weather any more
perfect than in Barbados.
Birthplace of Rum
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Air Conditioning
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Balcony
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High Speed Internet Access
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Mini Bar
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Bathroom Amenities
The history of rum in Barbados and
Barbados itself are forever
entwined, with neither narrative complete without the other. It is believed
that rum is the oldest distilled spirit in
the world. And whether or not that is
true, it is most certainly the oldest
distilled spirit in Barbados.
The official currency is the
Bajan dollar, which is fixed to the
U.S. Dollar. Recent exchange rate
was US $1.00—Bajan $1.98. US
currency is readily accepted everywhere on the island, while most
hotels, restaurants and larger stores
accept travelers checks and most
major credit cards.
Passports
U.S. citizens are required to provide
a passport upon arrival and departure
from Barbados.
Shopping
You may find duty-free merchandise in
Barbados at prices 20% to 40% lower
than in the U.S., but you’ve got to be a
smart shopper. Duty-free shops have 2
prices listed on items: the local retail
price and the local retail price less the
government-imposed tax. Some of the
best duty-free buys include cameras,
watches, crystal, gold jewelry, bone
china, cosmetics and perfumes and liquor. The quintessential Barbados handicrafts are black-coral jewelry and clay
pottery. Island artisans weave wall
hangings from local grasses and dried
flowers and also straw mats, and baskets.
Leatherwork particularly belts, sandals
and handbags are also available..
Begin planning for 2012
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE
REGISTER TODAY!
Saturday, January 21—Arrivals throughout the day
Sunday, January 22—Welcome Brunch
Monday, January 23 Group Breakfast, Morning Seminar
Tuesday, January 24—Group Breakfast, Morning Seminar
Golf Scramble and Cocktail Party
Registration is now open for the 2012 Midwinter Seminar. It’s easy! Just fill out and
return the enclosed registration form.
Limited rooms are available and are on a
first-come, first-serve basis.
Registration fee includes air, room, welcome party, breakfasts, farewell party,
luggage handling/maid service, and transportation to and from the Hilton.
Wednesday, January 25—Group Breakfast, Morning Seminar, Group Dinner
Thursday, January 26— On your own
Departures
Friday, January 27— On your own
Saturday, January 28—Departures
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Sponsorships
We realize that not every member can
attend the Midwinter Seminar. However,
you can still participate and get your company name and logo recognized. Please
consider becoming an event sponsor. The
Midwinter Seminar is a very popular event
and a great time of the year to advertise
your company’s logo and services.
2012
Midwinter Seminar
Registration Form
Contact Name:_______________________________________________________________
Company: ___________________________________________________________________
Company Address:_________________________________________ City:_______________
State: __________ Zip:___________ Phone: (
Fax: (
) __________________________________
) ___________________ E-Mail: _________________________________________
Company Attendee:
Guest:
___________________________________
_________________________________
Yes I (we) will play in the AGCI Golf Scramble
Club Rental ____Yes
_____ No
Tuesday, January 24th
1. _______________________
Name(s)
Arrival
Date
2. _______________________
Departure
Date
Bed Options
Air Reservations
King/Double
Yes/No—St. Louis or
Chicago
_____5 Nights = $4,500.00
_____6 Nights = $5,000.00
_____7 Nights = $5,500.00
All registration forms must be accompanied by full payment to hold your space. All Midwinter Seminar fees must be paid prior to departure. There
are a limited number of rooms—reservations will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
SPONSORSHIP OPTIONS
January 21-26, 2012—Hilton in Barbados
Diamond Level—$2,500
Ruby Level—$1,500
Sapphire Level—$1,000
Pearl Level—$500
Yes, my company wants to be a _____ Diamond, _____ Ruby, _____ Sapphire, _____ Pearl Level
Sponsor. Your company name and logo will be displayed at all functions.
Contact Name:________________________________________________________________
Company: __________________________________________________________________________________________
PAYMENT OPTIONS
_____ Check
_____Visa
_____MasterCard
_____Invoice
Credit Card Number_______________________________________________ Expiration Date: _______________________
Security Code on back of card _______________________________ Cardholder Name:_____________________________
THANK YOU!