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Introduction...

Welcome to the new and comprehensiveissue of the Caribbean meetings andincentives guide. We hope you will find this guide useful when it comes to choosingthe right hotel and destination for a trulyunique meeting or conference event, or the ultimate incentive.

The Caribbean TourismOrganization (CTO)represents over 30 nations

across the region and thisguide showcases the very best

of our conference and meetings facilities forthose who want to work hard and play hardin one of the world’s most beautiful regions.From large hotels to smaller more individualproperties, we aim to show that theCaribbean is the place for your businessevent, be it a conference, meeting orincentive trip.

As well as stand alone conference centreswe have an extensive choice of facilitieswithin many of the Caribbean hotels allequipped with the latest high‐tech facilities,making it very easy to concentrate events in one place. We also offer the additionalbenefit that our multi‐cultural Caribbeanregion is home to English, Spanish, Frenchand Dutch‐speaking destinations, making it easy to arrange your event and to address any cross cultural or linguistic needs thatmay arise.

Many of the Caribbean destinations, boast a wide choice of business hotels, but theyalso offer smaller, individual properties aswell, which may allow you to book them

exclusively for your event. Whichever optionyou choose you will be guaranteed excellentservice and the assurance that your goalsare met and you host an event toremember.

We doubt you will find a more incentivisingimage than our white sand, palmed fringedbeaches with crystal clear, warm sea. But we also offer so much more, with our richculture and history, fabulous food andamazing landscape and interiors, as well as a wide range of activities. There issomething guaranteed to appeal toeveryone whatever their interests.

The Caribbean is also very easy to get to; a major consideration when you arebooking large groups. Many of ourdestinations are served by regular directflights from the UK and there is a goodnetwork of regional flights and also ferryroutes, to support lesser accessible orknown destinations.

The meetings and incentives product hasgrown from strength to strength in theCaribbean and we hope this guide inspiresyou to consider us when choosing your nextdestination. We are very aware that theworld is an increasingly competitive placebut we are confident that our quality andrange of product speaks for itself whenmaking the case for the Caribbean to host a top notch event or provide the ultimateincentive.

Carol I. HayDirector of Marketing UK & Europe, Caribbean Tourism Organization

Cover images © Anguilla Tourist Board, Bahamas Tourist Office, Curaçao Tourist Board Europe, Saint Lucia Tourist Board and Trinidad & Tobago Tourist Office

Contents4 Getting Down to Business

6‐7 Map

A‐Z Country Listings10 Anguilla Tourist Board

13 Antigua & Barbuda Tourism Authority

16 Bahamas Tourist Office

19 Barbados Tourism Authority

22 Belize Tourism Board

24 Bermuda Department of Tourism

28 Tourism Corporation Bonaire

30 British Virgin Islands Tourist Board

34 Cayman Islands Department of Tourism

36 Cuba Tourist Board

38 Curaçao Tourist Board Europe

40 Discover Dominica Authority

42 Grenada Tourism Authority

44 Guadeloupe Islands Tourist Board

46 Guyana Tourism Authority

48 Embassy of the Republic of Haiti

50 Jamaica Tourist Board

62 Martinique Tourism Authority

64 Montserrat Tourist Board

66 Nevis Tourism Authority

68 Puerto Rico Tourism Company

70 St Eustatius Tourism Development Foundation

72 St Kitts Tourism Authority

74 Saint Lucia Tourist Board

77 St Maarten Tourist Bureau

79 Saint‐Martin European Promotion Office

81 St Vincent & The Grenadines Tourist Office

83 Trinidad & Tobago Tourist Office

86 Turks & Caicos Islands Tourist Board

88 U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism

90 Venezuela Tourist Department

92 Caribbean Destination ManagementCompanies

98 Caribbean Tourism Organization (UK) Members

99 Caribbean Tourism Organization (UK) – National Tourist Offices

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Getting Down to Business

The Caribbean not only offers captivating islands for leisure pursuits, it also provides a host of excellentfacilities for business travel and corporate gatherings.

This region can be easily reached fromNorth and South America, Europe andAfrica. There are numerous direct flights,enabling business delegates fromaround the world to easily jet in forevents. Some islands can be reached byregional flights and, in some cases, ferryroutes. Most of the islands have theirown currencies, but accept US Dollars –prices are regularly quoted in thiscurrency.

The Caribbean islands are famous fortheir relaxed way of life, but their charmand welcoming nature also encouragemany international business seminars,meetings and incentives trips. Withglamorous tropical backdrops, theislands provide first‐class hotels,excellent infrastructure and modernconferencing facilities. The largest

of these facilities are concentrated on the islands of The Bahamas,Barbados, Cuba, Jamaica, Martiniqueand Puerto Rico.

Some conference centres are attachedto well‐established hotels, thus makingit easy to manage business events anddelegate accommodation in one place.Alternatively, smaller businessgatherings can be fully hosted atboutique hotels or on tiny, remote island resorts.

Whether the occasion is a largeconference for international businessleaders, a series of commercial meetingsand seminars, or a small group on acorporate incentive trip, the Caribbeanhas an excellent reputation of being thedestination for such events. Businessdelegates will also be rewarded withoutstanding opportunities for relaxationand leisure activities to round off theirtrip, including tropical beaches, golfcourses, restaurants and casinos.

The Caribbean is a diverse region, and much of the different destinations’heritage influences their culture and way of life today. For French flair,sophisticated hotels, upmarketrestaurants and designer boutiques, theFrench‐speaking islands of Guadeloupe,Haiti, Martinique and Saint Martin offerthe best of France within a tropicallandscape. The colonial history of theSpanish Caribbean lives today throughthe islands’ architecture, language,music and dance. These islands includeBelize, Cuba, Puerto Rico and Venezuela.

The Dutch‐speaking islands of theCaribbean are unique in their Dutchheritage combined with modernAmerican culture. The islands of St. Maarten, St. Eustatius, Bonaire andCuracao offer casino resorts, tropicalbeaches, excellent diving opportunitiesand distinctive Dutch‐style architectureto visitors. St Maarten, shared withFrench territory Saint Martin, is thesmallest island in the world.

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The Caribbean’s diversity extends to the English‐speakingislands; the largest group in the Caribbean ‐ they stretch fromthe Gulf of Mexico down to the northern coast of Venezuela.These islands have had links with Great Britain for hundreds of years, and include the British and US Virgin Islands, St. Vincent & the Grenadines and Jamaica. Some islands,including Anguilla, Bermuda, Cayman Islands and Montserrat,are still British Overseas Territories, and will offer an air offamiliarity to British travellers.

Islands in the north of the Caribbean, including the Bahamas,the Cayman Islands, Jamaica and the Turks and Caicos Islandscan be reached by direct flights from the UK. The Bahamas, an archipelago of islands just off the coast of Florida, offersophisticated casino resorts on Nassau and Grand BahamaIsland, while Jamaica’s rugged interior provides manyadventure and outdoor activities for business delegates inpursuit of action away from the conference room.

English‐speaking islands in the east of the Caribbean includeAnguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, the British VirginIslands, Dominica, Grenada, Montserrat, St. Kitts & Nevis,St Lucia, St. Vincent & the Grenadines, Trinidad & Tobago andthe US Virgin Islands. Anguilla’s superb beaches provide abreathtaking backdrop to any business event held at its luxuryhotels and villas. The island is also known as a gourmet’sparadise, and offers many excellent restaurants for businessgatherings. With its rainforest landscape, pretty capital St George’s and local spice markets, Grenada offers travellers a truly authentic Caribbean experience. The island’s hotels, in unspoilt surroundings, provide a range of excellent meetingfacilities and modern communication infrastructure forbusiness events.

Other English‐speaking Caribbean islands include Trinidad andTobago. These sister islands are vastly different to each other,but combined offer a perfect destination for business. Trinidad’scapital Port of Spain is a commercial centre with large, modernhotels. Tobago is rustic, but the more picturesque island of thetwo and perfect for smaller groups. The island of Bermuda has a British‐based culture perfect for hosting business events. Thepink sandy beaches, world‐renowned golf courses, plush hotelsand spas also offer an idyllic way for delegates to unwind afterconferences and meetings.

With so much to offer – warm hospitality, first‐class conference and hotel facilities, tropical resorts, sportingactivities and more – it’s time to consider the Caribbean for a successful business event.

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A relaxed state of mind often providesroom for innovative solutions. If you arelooking for a meeting space where yourteam can work hard, rejuvenate and thinkclearly, look no further than Anguilla.

Anguilla can provide you and yourbusiness team with an elite environmentthat is equal parts business and pleasure.Spacious luxury villas, dedicatedmeeting spaces, an 18‐holechampionship golf course, state‐of‐the‐art audio visual equipment, businesssupport services, private chefs, cateringand a place to relax at the end of yoursessions; Anguilla is perfect for smallhigh‐level board and strategic meetings,high‐end groups and top tier incentiveprogrammes.

Anguilla’s venues can accommodatefrom 20‐100 persons in a variety ofconfigurations. Hotels and resorts offermeeting services and provide conciergeassistance. Our destinationmanagement companies are located onthe island and are ready to assist yourcompany with a complete islanditinerary.

Getting thereCurrently, there are no directinternational flights to Anguilla.However, from the United Kingdom ‐British Airways and Virgin Atlantic allhave excellent services into Antigua andSt. Kitts with onward connections toAnguilla. Inter island airlines are: LIATand charter airline operators offerservices to all Caribbean islands and theUSA. Connecting services fly from StMaarten (just seven minutes by air),which is served by Air France via Paris,

KLM via Amsterdam, plus Jet Blue,American Airlines and Continental viaNew York and other US gateways. Flightsare also available from Puerto Rico (onehour by air), which is served by severalUS and inter‐island carriers.

Useful InformationAnguilla is a friendly, English‐speakingisland located in the northeasternCaribbean. A safe and peacefulcommunity, Anguillians are gracious andhospitable, warm and welcoming. Ourisland home is easy to explore withwonderful places and people to meetfrom end to end.

Our beautiful sand, near perfect weatherand delightful water temperatures makeit nearly impossible to leave your spot on the beach, but we hope you get thechance to explore the island and becomea part of our community during yourstay.

Contact:Anguilla Tourist Board

Telephone:020 7736 6030

Website:www.ivisitanguilla.com

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Language: English

Government: British Overseas Territory

Capital: The Valley

Size: 35 square miles; 16 miles long by 3 mileswide at widest point

Population: 14,886 (according to last census)

Location: Eastern Caribbean, most northerly ofLeeward Islands

Climate and Temperature: 80°F monthly mean temperature, watertemperatures generally range between70°F and 80°F

Rainfall: 35 inches per year: rainy season is usuallySeptember through October, driestmonths are February and March

Electricity: 110 Volts AC, same as the United States

Currency: While the Eastern Caribbean Dollar is theofficial currency of Anguilla, the US

dollar is widely accepted across theisland.

ATMs: ATMs can be found in manyconvenient locations throughout theisland. We recommend withdrawals byFriday should you be staying theweekend.

Water: Water is potable. Bottled water is alsoavailable at most hotels andconvenience stores.

Driving: Driving is on the left‐hand side of theroad, and a driver’s license is required.

Rentals: Car, jeeps and bike rentals available

Airport: Clayton J. Lloyd Airport is situated onthe immediate outskirts of The Valley,the island’s main administrative andcommercial centre. The runway is 5,440feet and can accommodate small tomedium size aircraft including the Dash8, Super ATR 72, and most corporatejets. A locally owned licensed fixed baseoperation, service is available providingaircraft refueling, ground handling andfull concierge services.

International Gateways: The nearest international gateways are St. Maarten/Martin (7 minute flight), San Juan, Puerto Rico and Antigua (40 mins flight).

Ferry: Ferries begin operation at 7:30am andrun regularly at 30‐45 minute intervalsup until 7:00pm from Marigot, St.Martin. The last ferry of the day fromAnguilla leaves Blowing Point at 6:15pm.The crossing is about 20 minutes. Privateferries are also available. Fares vary withproviders. Charter service is alsoavailable from Blowing Point to thePrincess Juliana Airport and SimpsonBay.

Entry: Passport and return or onward ticket(s)required. Contact the AgriculturalDepartment (+1 264‐497‐2615) forinformation regarding pets, animals andseeing‐eye dog importation.

Departure Tax: A US $20 departure tax applies to alltourists departing from Anguilla, via theairport. There is no charge for childrenunder twelve years old. The departuretax for day trips to surrounding islands isUS $5 for trips through Blowing PointFerry Terminal ONLY. Residents ofAnguilla and residents of St. Martin/St.Maarten are also subject to a US $5departure tax through Blowing PointFerry Terminal.

Dress Code: Casual, but in good taste (short shorts,bikinis, bra‐type tops and toplessness in both men and women are undesirablein public places; nude and toplessswimming and/or sunbathing are notpermitted). All beaches are public.

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Meetings & Incentives –Venues & DMCs

The following is a list of AnguillaDestination Management Companiesthat specialise in meetings, groupitineraries and complete islandcoordination. For more informationcontact the Anguilla Tourist Board +1 264‐497‐2759 or Toll Free (from theUS) at 1‐800‐553‐4939

Bennies Travel & ToursTel. +1 (264) 497‐2788bennies@anguillanet.com

Blue Sea AnguillaTel. +1 (264) 235‐2583blueseaanguilla@yahoo.comwww.blueseaanguilla.com

Luxe Destination ManagementTel: +1 (264) 729.3907, merlyn@luxeanguilla.comwww.luxeanguilla.com

Malliouhana Tours & TravelTel. +1 (264) 497‐2431/2348mtt@anguillanet.com

Meeting Space VenuesAltamerMeeting/Conference Rooms: 1Largest capacity: 80Tel: +1 (264) 498‐4000Fax: +1 (264) 498‐4010www.altamer.cominfo@altamer.com

Anguilla Great House/Blue Ridge ResortMeeting/Conference Rooms: 3Capacity: 20‐120Tel. +1 (264) 497‐6061www.anguillagreathouse.com

Cap JulucaMeeting/Conference Rooms: 1Capacity: 50Tel. +1 (264) 497‐6666/+1 (888) 858‐5822info@capjuluca.comwww.capjuluca.com

CuisinArt Golf Resort & SpaMeeting/Conference Rooms: 1Capacity: 93Tel. +1 (264) 498‐2000/+1 (800) 943‐3210Fax: +1 (264) 498‐2010reservations@cuisinart.aiwww.cuisinartresort.com

Paradise Cove Resort & Ultimacy VillaMeeting/Conference Rooms: 3Capacity: 75Tel: +1 (264) 497‐6603/6959 Sherille@paradisecoveanguilla.comwww.paradisecoveanguilla.comwww.ultimacyvilla.com

Viceroy AnguillaMeeting /Conference Rooms: 8Capacity: 10‐300Tel: +1 (264) 497 7000viceroyanguillaLTC@viceroyanguilla.comwww.viceroyhotelsandresorts.com/anguilla

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About Antigua and Barbuda

The twin island paradise of Antigua andBarbuda is one of the most populardestinations in the Caribbean. Apicturesque destination with deeplyindented bays and natural harbours,Antigua and Barbuda provides theperfect backdrop for an event abroad.

While a beach for every day of the year,makes the destination a top choice forthe leisure traveller, Antigua andBarbuda’s top hotels located in stunning,peaceful and serene settings also boastof excellent meeting and conferencefacilities, making them perfectly suitedfor creating the right atmosphere forinspiring, strategic meeting sessions orfor rewarding incentive trips.

In addition to 365 white sandy beachesto explore, there are an abundance oflively bars and intimate restaurants todiscover. Groups can also plan a visit tothe largest Frigate Bird sanctuary in thewestern hemisphere in Barbuda, or takein Antigua’s iconic view of EnglishHarbour and the surrounding Nelson’sDockyard all from the fortifications atShirley’s Heights.

For information on promotionalpackages to Antigua and Barbuda,please contact the Antigua and BarbudaTourism Authority.

Top HotelsAntigua and Barbuda has a variety ofaccommodation options available to ourvisitors, with a total of 3200 hotel roomson Antigua. All Antigua and Barbuda’shotels offer professional services thatwill make your meeting and incentivetrip a success.

Contact:Antigua & Barbuda Tourism Authority

Telephone:020 3668 3800

Website:www.visitantiguabarbuda.com

Browse our website,www.visitantiguabarbuda.co.uk forinformation on our prestigious hotelsand their facilities to suit yourconference requirements or yourincentive trip.

Hot ActivitiesA variety of activities are available toAntigua and Barbuda visitors. Jumpstartthe creative process, with adventure‐seeking and team‐building activities thatinclude swimming with stingrays,kayaking, zipping through rainforests,cricket, sailing, golfing, clay pigeonshooting or dining out.

Antiguans and Barbudans are cricket‐lovers and the country has produced fourof the greatest West Indies Test cricketplayers. Cricket‐lovers can sign‐up at theRichie Richardson Cricket Academy inAntigua to learn all about the game ofcricket from former West Indies playerRichie Richardson.

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Antigua’s Nelson’s Dockyard, is theperfect base for those who enjoy sailingor would like to learn to sail with any ofthe island’s qualified sailing instructors.In April, the harbours surroundingNelson’s Dockyard, fill with the yachtsand sailboats of some of the world’sgreatest sailors and sport enthusiastswho journey to the destination for one of its many yacht regattas including theAntigua Classic Yacht Regatta, and theAntigua Sailing Week.

Food aficionados visit the historicNelson’s Dockyard on a Friday night forSeafood Fridays; one of Antigua’s bestkept secrets. With dining taking placeoutdoors, the vibe is relaxed and laid‐back and is the perfect opportunity forgroup bonding.

Take a day trip to Antigua’s sister island,Barbuda, on board a private catamarancruise. Spend the day snorkelling orpicnicking on one of the island’ssecluded beaches.

Festivals and EventsNo matter the time of year, there’salways something happening in Antigua

and Barbuda. Known as the sailingcapital of the Caribbean, Antigua’syachting calendar runs from Decemberthrough to April, and culminates with thepremier sailing regatta in the Caribbean,The Antigua Sailing Week. From July –August, Antigua hosts its annualCarnival, a ten day summer festivalwhere masqueraders in colourfulcostumes parade through the streets in the capital city of St. John’s. Sportfishing tournaments, triathlons, literaryfestivals and outdoor food fairs are othergreat events visitors can experience in Antigua and Barbuda, throughout the year.

Passport and VisaUnited Kingdom citizens do not require a visa to enter Antigua and Barbuda onholiday or business.

Getting HereWith over 10 scheduled flights a week,Antigua is easily accessible and visitorscan fly direct to the destination any dayof the week. Flights are operated byBritish Airways and Virgin Atlantic fromLondon Gatwick.

ClimateAntigua and Barbuda is a year rounddestination with a remarkably consistentclimate throughout the year, withtemperatures between 21–27 Celsius,and a plus for being one of the Caribbeanislands with the least rainfall.

Be inspired in Antigua and BarbudaThe Antigua and Barbuda TourismAuthority invites all meetings, incentiveand conference guests to experience ouramazing beaches, hospitable culture,our fantastic facilities, Caribbean cuisine,quaint bars, energising activities andfestivals that will remain with you, longafter you return home.

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The 16 main Islands of The Bahamas alloffer exciting experiences and excellentfacilities. The core ‘business end’ of ameeting or incentive is easily put together,see our ‘Top Ten Reasons’ below, but it isperhaps the fun ‘extras’ that set TheBahamas apart. Activities for the downtime are limited only by one’s imagination.High adrenalin powerboat adventures orshark dives, dolphin and sea lionencounters, a Segway ride or underwaterpersonal submersible vie with a privateisland away‐day, tall ship sailing or thefull on, music and dance rhythms of aJunkanoo ‘rush’ out, to be the highlight of a group’s itinerary.

Top Ten Reasons for Bringing Groups to The Islands of The Bahamas

1) OUR PEOPLETourism is our number one industry andour people are some of the mosteducated and experienced in thebusiness. With two Hospitality Schools,we have a constant supply of new talententering the industry.

2) SITE VISITSWe offer several site visits each year andpresent you with the opportunity to takea personal look at what The Islands ofThe Bahamas have to offer.

3) GREAT VENUESEach of our venues offers a differentexperience, from small properties agroup can take over completely to fullservice resorts. You can have dinner on a private Island, in a botanical gardensetting, in the grounds of an historical

fort, or overlooking one of our manyharbours.

The largest meeting and conferencefacilities are located on Nassau/ParadiseIsland:

z Atlantis Resort www.atlantis.com

z Sheraton Nassau Beach Resort &Casino www.sheratonnassau.com

z Hilton British Colonial Nassauwww.hilton.co.uk/nassau

and on Grand Bahama Island:

z Grand Lucayanwww.grandlucayan.com

z Pelican Bay Hotelwww.pelicanbayhotel.com

4) PROFESSIONAL DMC’SAs a first‐class destination, we have a number of DMC’s offering a range of services.

Meetings & Incentives inThe Islands of The Bahamas

Contact:Bahamas Tourist Office

Telephone:020 7355 0800

Website:www.bahamas.co.uk

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5) SUPERB FACILITIESWhether you have a conference, a meeting or an incentive programme,you can certainly find venues and facilitiesthat will fit your group’s needs. We offer avariety of facilities including hidden gemsoff the beaten path, private island resorts,large full service venues and classic citycentre hotels.

6) GREAT LOCATIONScattered like precious jewels over 3,884 square km of clear tropical sea atthe top of the Caribbean, the chain of 16main islands and hundreds uninhabitedcays is located just off Florida and northof Cuba. The Islands of The Bahamas arethe closest offshore destination to theUnited States. Formed mainly of flatcoral, with just a few gently rounded hills,the highest point in the entire archipelago is just 63m. The trade winds that blowalmost continually give the islands awarm, agreeable climate which hardlyvaries all year round with temperatureaveraging 25 degrees.

7) ACCESSIBILITYBritish Airways offers a direct non‐stopservice from London Heathrow toNassau, the capital, five days a week.Nassau/Paradise Island, Grand BahamaIsland and some Out Islands are also

directly accessible from Florida. It is easyto move your international, national orregional group business to The Islands ofThe Bahamas. Private air charters are alsoavailable.

8) CURRENCYThe Bahamian dollar is on par with theU.S. dollar and both are acceptedinterchangeably throughout the islands.

9) MULTIPLE ISLANDS, MULTIPLE EXPERIENCES…The Islands of The Bahamas offer a rangeof locations and experiences with morethan 50 resorts suitable foraccommodating groups of any size, anideal destination for your Incentive,Meeting and Group Travel. On some ofthe smaller islands facilities for groups arelimited by the accommodation available –your group really can be the only game intown.

10) LOGISTICAL SUPPORTWe will work with you to help make yourprogramme a success. However far alongyou are in your planning process, let usknow and we can show you how toenhance your programme.

The Bahamas Tourist Office in Londonand the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism in

Nassau can provide you with destinationmanagement assistance to both inboundand locally‐based groups, meetings andconferences, assisting with planning,negotiating and executing group travelprogrammes to enhance their travelexperience. There are local teams basedin Nassau and Grand Bahama Island (GBI),with liaisons in Ministry of Tourism officeson the other islands.

The services that the Ministry of Tourismcan assist with include:

z Arranging site inspections and assistingin the overall planning and vendorselection for conferences, meetings,incentive trips and symposiums inNassau/Paradise Island, Grand BahamaIsland and other select islands.

z Liaising with other BahamasGovernment Ministries and agencies,such as Immigration, Customs andForeign Affairs, in order to securespecial treatment, customs waivers,temporary work permits,entertainment union waivers, V.I.P. and diplomatic handling.

z Providing "Meet and Greet" services at all airports and cruise ports; specialassistance or departure procedures andtransfers between domestic andinternational terminals; V.I.P. handlingand group representative access toarrival halls; host hospitality andinformation desks at hotels and othervenues.

z Working with ground operators toensure smooth and flawless operationof group programmes.

z Arranging speakers from the Ministry ofTourism, other Ministries or the privatesector to welcome or address groups.

z Organizing PR and local mediaexposure when applicable.

Please note that some of the aboveservices may carry a fee.

Barbados, the most easterly of theCaribbean islands and not more than atiny dot on most world maps, carries anarea 166 square miles and a population ofapproximately 275,000. An awe‐inspiringcoastline, perfect temperatures and thefriendliest people in the world makes theaffectation “The Gem of the CaribbeanSea” as appropriate as Barbados beingthe perfect choice for any corporateincentive group.

Without question, it is an island ofcontrasts – sleek and modern in manyways, yet clearly still bound to thecustoms, traditions and religiousinfluences of England. Barbadosaccommodates the pace and energy of avibrant commercial life, yet embraces a

rhythm that feels slower and lessaggressive.

It is a country as complex and diverse as any you will find. The newcomer to Barbados has an ally – its size. Itmeasures a brief 21 miles from top tobottom and only 14 miles wide. InBarbados, life is not concealed withinclimate controlled skyscrapers. It is atropical isle, within an openness born of the physical reality of constantbreezes, a salubrious breeze and almostcertain sunshine. Sophisticated, savvybut still every ounce a Caribbean tropicalparadise, Barbados is undoubtedly theperfect choice to meet and exceed thedemanding needs of the corporate,incentive group and business meetingindustries.

With more than 6000 rooms, Barbados offers a diverse selection ofaccommodation options to suit everytaste and budget. Incentive qualityhotels include properties such as the

Accra Beach Resort, Elegant Hotelsencompassing Colony Club, TamarindCove, The House & Turtle Beach,Fairmont Royal Pavilion and the HiltonHotel to mention a few. There is also a wealth of independent, moderatelypriced hotels which can be used forindividual guests pre or post groupprogrammes.

Barbados is fortunate to have a few full service destination managementcompanies which provide excellentservices. Their in‐depth knowledge of the destination, many years ofexperience in organising groupprogrammes and their creativity are the key benefits when working with a Barbados Destination ManagementCompany.

These professional companies specialisein the logistics, planning and executionof incentives, meetings and customisedevents. They offer a comprehensiverange of services and products that areessential for the creation of successful

Contact:Barbados Tourism Authority

Telephone:020 7299 7175

Website:www.visitbarbados.co.uk

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incentive programmes, corporatemeetings, exhibitions and special eventsof any size. Available services includehotel recommendations, concept anddesign, project management,production, graphics and décor, uniqueentertainment, themed on and offproperty functions, installation anddismantling and of course transport.

With amazing diversity andinfrastructure, Barbados offers a widearray of group options to satisfy even themost discriminating clientele. Full groupactivities range from private luxurycatamaran cruises to exclusive jeepsafaris, private villa getaways to a uniqueunforgettable island adventure.Barbados is perfect for companieslooking for a really fascinating teambuilding exercise, an exercise increativity, a test of how independentminded people, leaders and decisionmakers in their own fields of endeavour.

Barbados offers a taste of everything –wacky road rallies, beach Olympics Bajanstyle, challenging brain teasers, or evenwalks across fire. If something morelow‐keyed but equally exciting appeals,

then optional and individual activitiesare the ideal way to give guests a tasteof some of what Barbados has to offer.Whether it’s soaring above the tree tops,plunging to the depths of the ocean in a submarine, marveling at an exquisitearray of flora and fauna in an underwatermarine park, exploring the subterraneanwonder of Harrison’s Cave or battling a 150lb blue marlin on a fishing charterBarbados has it all.

Local beaches also abound and can offer quiet seclusion for a laid back lunchon the sand or they can be the base forwatersport activities for even the mosttimid of guests, scuba diving in the aquawaters, to skimming above the clouds on a parasail. The powder white beachesare some of the best in the world,strongly reaffirming guests’ fantasy ofwhat paradise really is. With uniquevenues and locations to meet everygroup’s needs and budget, Barbadospromises to be one of the mostunforgettable incentive destinationsworldwide.

All about BarbadosLocation: The easternmost Caribbean island; part of the Lesser Antilles. Northeast of Venezuela.

Size: 21 miles long by 14 miles wide (166 squaremiles).

Parishes: 11

Climate: Tropical year‐round, with averagetemperatures between 75 and 85 degrees F. A gentle sea breeze alleviates even the hottest days.

Topography: Barbados is a pear‐shaped coral island.The Caribbean West and South Coasts are calm andpalm‐fringed with gently lapping waves, whereas theAtlantic East Coast has a rugged beauty, featuringlimestone cliffs and rolling waves. The highest pointon the island is Mount Hillaby (1,089 feet).

Language: English.

Population: 275, 000 approx.

Capital: Bridgetown.

Currency: The Barbados dollar is tied to theUS dollar at a rate of BDS $2.00 to $US1.00. Most establishments accept either Barbados or US dollars.

Electricity: 110 volts/50 cycles (hotels have adapters/transformers).

Government: Barbados is an independent countrywithin the British Commonwealth and has ademocratic parliamentary system of government.

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T H E H O U S E C O L O N Y C L U B T A M A R I N D C O V E C R Y S T A L C O V E T U R T L E B E A C H

For reservations or information call: UK: 0-800-917-3078 | US 888-996-9947or email: reservations@eleganthotels.com | www.eleganthotels.com

Meetings and Incentives with a twistChoose from our island’s most stunning and exquisite beachfront resorts and you will receive endless compliments for your selection for years to come. Each of our resorts share a passion for gracious Bajan hospitality, superlative services, amenities and dining experiences including Daphne’s, the island outpost of London’s landmark eatery.

With facilities to accommodate from as many as 75 for a meeting or up to 200 for a beachfront cocktail reception, Elegant Hotels has a property and event package that is right for you. And no matter which Elegant Hotels property you choose, we strike the perfect balance between purpose and play to give you the Elegant Experience that you seek.

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The Queen of England also serves as Queen ofBarbados and is represented by the GovernorGeneral. The bicameral legislature consists of theHouse of Assembly and the Senate. The PrimeMinister is usually the leader of the Assembly’smajority party.

Airport Service Charge: Formerly known as the“Departure Tax”, the “Airport Service Charge” isautomatically billed into the cost of any ticket out ofBarbados, therefore money is no longer collected atthe airport.

Baggage Tipping: Suggested fee of US $1.00 per bag.

Religion: Predominantly Anglican, with 100 otherdenominations represented.

Accommodation: 6,800 guestrooms, ranging fromall‐inclusive properties and luxury resorts, to villasand budget accommodations to suit all budgets

Water: Barbados’ water can be enjoyed straight from the tap.

Banks: Banks open from 9:00 a.m. ‐ 3:00 p.m.Monday to Thursday, and on Friday from 9:00 a.m. ‐4:00 p.m. The Republic Bank (Barbados) at SirGrantley Adams International Airport is open from8:00 a.m. until the last plane departs or arrives, seven days a week. There are also numerous ATMmachines across the island.

Credit Cards: Most hotels and restaurants acceptmajor credit cards, including American Express,Diners Club, MasterCard and Visa.

Post Office: Post Office Building, CheapsideTel: +1 246‐436‐4800 8:15 a.m.‐ 4:30 p.m.

Duty Free: Duty‐free shopping is available in variouswell‐respected boutiques. Visitors need only producetheir passport or other travel documents and airlineticket for the duty‐free transaction to be completed.Certain categories of goods can be collected at thepoint of purchase; others are delivered to the airportfor pick‐up before boarding. Goods that cannot bebought over the counter duty‐free are spirits, wines,tobacco, cigarettes, cigars, video sets, video games,videotapes, car stereos, televisions and homecomputers.

With state‐of‐the‐art equipment, fullyoutfitted meeting spaces and enoughadventures to keep even the mostdiscerning traveler busy, Belize undeniablygives the word “work” a whole newmeaning.

With no shortage of things to do in thetropical haven of Belize, meetingattendees can take part in a plethora ofactivities including cave exploring, wateractivities like scuba diving andsnorkeling, bird‐watching, exploringancient Maya sites, exploring the lushjungle, or simply relaxing on the beach.International flights fly into Belize City,

Contact:Belize Tourism Board

Telephone:00 501 227 2420

Website:www.travelbelize.org

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which is a great stopover destinationbefore heading to the final meetingdestination, whether it be the beautifulbeaches of Ambergris Caye or Placencia,or the abundant jungle and cave sites of the Cayo District.

To make planning easier, there is anarray of tour operators in Belize thatwork as Destination ManagementCompanies, operating as a one‐stop‐shop by offering packages inclusive of accommodation, meals, domestictransfers and more. Below are threepopular and highly recommendedcompanies to assist in the seamlessplanning of your next meeting:

Belize Expeditions Belize Expeditions customises eachitinerary and is popular withinternational visitors because of theirlong standing relations with some of thebest lodges and properties in Belize.

www.bzexpeditions.com/about_belize_expeditions.htm

Ian Anderson’s Caves BranchSpecialising in cave exploringadventures, Ian Anderson’s Caves Branch can provide guests withaccommodations ranging from rusticjungle camps to luxurious tree houseswith hot tubs.

www.cavesbranch.com

Splash DivePlacencia in Southern Belize is one of the world’s best places to scuba dive andsnorkel Belize’s barrier reef (the secondlargest in the world), and Splash Divehandles every aspect of planning thesetypes of excursions, from certificationclasses to shark tours.

www.splashbelize.com

Belize accommodations can host largeor small groups, and the following is alist of properties that boast some of thelarger and best equipped conference andmeeting facilities in the country:

The Inn at Robert’s Grove – Placencia, Stann Creek DistrictThe Inn at Robert’s Grove, a full serviceluxury resort, features a fully equippedand beautifully appointed conferenceroom that accommodates up to 70guests. Completely outfitted with top‐of‐the line audiovisual equipment, theconference room opens onto thespacious Seaside Restaurant and Bar.The acclaimed chefs of The Inn atRobert’s Grove are also available forcatering specialty luncheon, dinner orcocktail parties.

info@robertsgrove.comwww.robertsgrove.com

San Ignacio Resort – San Ignacio, Cayo DistrictThe air conditioned meeting rooms atSan Ignacio Resort can accommodate upto 200 people theatre style, 80 banquetstyle or can seat 50 in a U‐shapearrangement for gatherings. Twobanquet halls are also available, one ofwhich can accommodate 150 people,and the other 250 guests. Audiovisualequipment, meals and internet accessare all available, and can be handled bythe staff of the hotel.

reservations@sanignaciobelize.comwww.sanignaciobelize.com

Princess Hotel & Casino – Belize City, Belize DistrictThe Princess Hotel & Casino has severaldifferent meeting room arrangements.The Queen’s Room is 7,535 square feet,and can hold up to 600 people. The

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King’s Room, at 9,243 square feet, canhold 750 people and can be divided inthree rooms: the Prince and PrincessState Rooms, which can hold 200 peopleeach, and the Majestic Room, which canaccommodate 250 guests. Finally, thesmaller Royal Room can hold 30 people.The capacity of each room can varydepending on how the organizer wouldlike the room set‐up. A professionalbanquet staff is also available and thehotel has two cinemas with capacities of 184 and 151.

reservations@princessbelize.comwww.princessbelize.com

Pelican Beach Resort – Dangriga, Stann Creek DistrictThe charming colonial‐style beachfronthotel is located near the Dangrigaairstrip, and is a short 15 minute airplaneride from the Belize InternationalAirport. The resort offers the modernCoconut Palm Room, a fully equippedmeeting space that can seat up to 175people theatre‐style, or can beseparated into multiple rooms toaccommodate smaller groups. Thefacility also features an open air deckand bar, which faces the Caribbean Seaand offers ideal conditions for meetingsand wedding parties alike.

events@pelicanbeachbelize.comwww.pelicanbeachbelize.com

Bermuda is a dream destination thatblends Old World charm (it’s the oldestBritish colony) with sunny pleasures and adecidedly professional commitment tobusiness. Bermuda packs a lot ofperfection into a small space. The mainisland is just 21 miles long and no morethan 1.25 miles across at its widest point.Unlike many destinations, Bermuda is aplace that works well for groups year‐round. Its mild semitropical climate keepsthe average temperatures between 68and 84 degrees, and there are only twoseasons: the “Golf and Spa” season,which runs from November throughMarch, and the “Beach and Sizzle”season, which lasts from April throughOctober.

Venues & ActivitiesWhether it’s culture, history or activeadventures, Bermuda offers an extensiverange of group activities — whether it’sscuba diving among more wreck diveshere than anywhere in the world, golfingon championship courses with breathtaking views, or visiting acclaimed localmuseums and historic sites. A year‐longcalendar of events which includes golftournaments, sailing regattas andfestivals which provides additional,ready‐made group functions that addeven more value to the visit.

Bermuda’s diverse venues work well forboth group outings as well as privateevents; among the noteworthy choicesare the Bermuda Aquarium, DolphinQuest Bermuda, historic Fort St.Catherine, the Crystal Caves of Bermudaand five public parks that can be used forprivate functions.

The Bermuda experience is all aboutquality, and Bermuda offers your

Contact:Bermuda Department of Tourism

Telephone:0207 6322400

Website:www.GoToBermuda.co.uk

business award‐winning accommoda‐tions and venues as well as dedicatedand personalized service. You will soondiscover why Bermuda will be the onedestination your group will never forget.We stand by to serve you.

The best of all worlds: a year rounddestination offering the charm, beautyand excitement of a secure island resortand the up to the minute technology andinfrastructure of an internationalbusiness centre. Transportation,telecommunications and conferencing,site selection and management,catering, audio visual, computer andsupport services, team buildingactivities, spousal programmes,corporate gifts—everything to suit yourevery need, desire and budget.

Business‐class hotels and elegantcottage colonies offer a broad range offully equipped meeting and conferencingfacilities. Each feature surroundings,service, amenities and ambience thatcan only inspire creativity and reward

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effort. Choose from a variety of on andoff‐site dining and catering venues thatwill delight the palate and stimulate yoursenses.

HotelsNewstead Belmont Hills Golf Resort and Spa27 Harbour Road, Paget Parish PG 04Tel: +1 441‐236‐6060www.newsteadbelmonthills.comreservations@belmonthills.com

Cambridge Beaches Resort & Spa30 Kings Point Road, Sandys Parish MA 02Tel: +1 441 234 0331 www.cambridgebeaches.comcambeach@ibl.bm

Coco Reef Bermuda8 College Drive, Paget Parish PG 04P.O. Box HM 523, Pembroke Parish, HM CXTel: +1 441 236 5416www.cocoreefbermuda.comreservations@cocoreef.bm

Elbow Beach Bermuda60 South Road, Paget Parish PG 04P.O. Box HM 455, Pembroke Parish, HM BXTel: +1 441 236 3535www.mandarinoriental.comebbda‐reservations@mohg.com

Fairmont Hamilton Princess76 Pitt’s Bay Road, Pembroke Parish HM 08P.O. Box HM 837, Pembroke Parish, HM CXTel: +1 441 295 3000www.fairmont.com/hamiltonhamilton@fairmont.com

Grotto Bay Beach Resort & Tennis Club11 Blue Hole Hill, Hamilton Parish CR 04Tel: +1 441 293 8333www.grottobay.comdburrows@grottobay.com

Pink Beach Club & Cottages116 South Road, Smith’s Parish HS 01P.O. Box HM 1017, Pembroke Parish, HM DXTel: +1 441 293 1666www.pinkbeach.comreservations@pinkbeach.com

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Pompano Beach Club36 Pompano Beach Road, Southampton Parish SB 03Tel: +1 441 234 0222 or 508 358 7737 (Boston)www.pompanobeachclub.compompano@ibl.bm

From the Bermuda Aquarium Museum and Zoo or eveninside an art museum, we offer a large number of off‐site venues in which to host your meeting, conferenceor business event that will feel far less like work andmuch more like a well‐deserved vacation for yourgroup.

Bermuda Aquarium, Museum and Zoo Smith’s Parish (East End)

Located in picturesque Flatts Inlet, the BermudaAquarium, Museum and Zoo is an exotic alternativeto traditional venues for evening affairs. TheAquarium area accommodates 80 people for dinnerand 150 people for cocktails and lecture rooms areavailable for 30 to 100 people.

Tel: +1 441 293 2727 x117bzs@ibl.bm

The Bermuda National GalleryPembroke Parish (Central)

Few things are more elegant than an eveningreception at the National Gallery. Your group willenjoy mingling among the gallery’s outstandingcollection of 20th century artwork as well as works byBermudian artists. The Bermuda National Gallery canaccommodate 10 to 300 people.

Tel: +1 441 295 9428director@bng.bmwww.bermudanationalgallery.com

Bermuda National TrustPaget Parish (Central)

The Bermuda National Trust’s holdings includehistoric buildings, museums, nature reserves andhistoric cemeteries. Access to lovely private homes,gardens and art collections can also be arranged tosuit your group meeting needs.

Tel: +1 441 236 6483palmetto@bnt.bmwww.bnt.bm

Bermuda Underwater Exploration InstitutePembroke Parish (Central)

This spacious facility houses a variety of meetingspaces complete with state‐of‐the‐art equipment, a148‐seat theatre, two boardrooms, two large lobbies,comfortable lounges and a full‐service watersiderestaurant and café.

Tel: +1 441 297 7276wendy.wilson@buei.org www.buei.org

National Museum of Bermuda incorporatingthe Bermuda Maritime MuseumSandys Parish (West End)

The National Museum of Bermuda incorporating theBermuda Maritime Museum is located within thehigh ramparts of the Keep ‐ a six‐acre fort at the

Royal Naval Dockyard. It is one of the mosthistorically spectacular sites on our island.

Tel: +1 441 234 1333 x105eventsbmm@logic.bmwww.bmm.bm

If you need further information, please feel free tocall or email the Bermuda Department of Tourism’sGroup & Incentive Department for assistance withhotel selection, programme planning, promotionalmaterials, or audiovisual support.

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Discover Bonaire’scountless possibilities ‘Kon ta bai?’ These are probably the firstwords you’ll hear when you arrive onBonaire. It is Papiamento for ‘how areyou?’ and typical of the hospitalityextended by the inhabitants of this smallCaribbean island. You will be receivedwith open arms, whether you come for avacation full of activity, or a seminar,meeting or incentive trip. We hope towelcome you soon.

Diving paradise Bonaire is mainly known as a divers’paradise. The island has 87 official divesites, 54 of which are accessible from the

Contact:Tourism Corporation Bonaire

Telephone:00 31 (0) 23 5430704

Website:www.tourismbonaire.com

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shore. All waters around Bonaire belongto the Bonaire National Marine Park andare therefore a protected nature reserve.The wide variety of coral found aroundthe island is home to no less than 469different fish species.

Diving lessons Many accommodations on Bonaire have their own diving school. And if theydon’t, they usually collaborate with oneof the local schools. The conditions forlearning how to dive are ideal onBonaire. The water is calm, a warm 28°C,and visibility is about 30 metres.

The dive instructors on Bonaire areamong the best in the world and theyalso give diving lessons in English. Even though Papiamento is their nativelanguage, most inhabitants speak fluentSpanish, English and Dutch.

Snorkelling It’s also easy to snorkel on the island.Even though you can enter the waterjust about everywhere, the island alsohas 17 official snorkel sites. Just a fewflipper strokes and you’ll be swimmingamong hundreds of colourful fish. Onrequest, an experienced nature guidewill take your group on an excitingsnorkel trip.

Lots to do You can also enjoy activities in smallgroups, such as windsurfing or kayakingthrough the mangroves. Discover foryourself why Bonaire’s mangrove foresthas become known as the ocean’snursery. Or take a journey of discoverythrough the Washington Slagbaai

National Park. Here you’ll come acrosssome 500 different flora and faunaspecies. Or go on a mountain‐bike tripwith your colleagues. The island’s 300‐kilometre sand track takes you along themost beautiful spots.

Accommodations Bonaire has numerous modernaccommodations. Nearly all of the large hotels and resorts have goodconference facilities. Check outwww.tourismbonaire.com for acomplete overview. Make use of theaccommodation guide planner to findprecisely what you are looking for.

You can make attractive arrangementswith the hotels and restaurants in theharbour for a delicious dinner with yourgroup. Or organise a cocktail party onthe beach under palm trees.

Easily accessible Bonaire is less than a nine‐hour flightfrom Schiphol Airport in theNetherlands. There are eight flights a week departing from Amsterdam. You can find an overview of the latestflight schedules onwww.tourismbonaire.com/airlines.

When can we pick you up at FlamingoAirport?

Tourism Corporation BonairePO BOX 472, 2000 AL Haarlem, The NetherlandsTel: +31 (0) 23 5430704Website: www.tourismbonaire.comE‐mail: europe@tourismbonaire.com

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British Virgin Islands

The British Virgin Islands is a tropical oasis nestled amongst two cobaltwaterways in the heart of the Caribbean.The natural allure and mystique of these60 islands and cays entices travellersaround the globe. Pristine and relaxing,visitors are treated to a unique island‐hopping experience. A breathtakingdestination in which you may choose toexplore by land and by sea to uncover thetreasures found within Nature’s LittleSecrets.

Scrub Island ResortThe newest resort in the BVI is a privateisland offering relaxation and quietudeamongst contemporary comfort.Located 10 minutes by ferry from theairport, the property features a selectionof rooms, including the Grand Ballroomin addition to banquet and meetingfacilities that can accommodate up to150 guests. Also offered is a fullyequipped Business Centre, with wirelessInternet access throughout the resortand an award‐winning conventionservice team.

Amenities include a fully equippedfitness centre, a multi‐tiered pool and, a 3,000 square foot luxury spa all withinreach of the Caravela Bar and restaurant.

Prospect Reef HotelHosting your conference or seminar is abreeze at this hotel, which welcomesguests into its relaxed Caribbeanatmosphere outside the heart ofdowntown Tortola. The Reef HouseConference Centre can be used for

Contact:British Virgin Islands Tourist Board

Telephone:020 7355 9585

Website:www.bvitourism.co.uk

corporate functions, small businessmeetings and social gatherings within its four breakout rooms, and spaciouscourtyard. On‐site Special EventsCoordinators are available to take careof your needs. Surrounded by swayingpalm trees and overlooking the idyllicseaside of Sir Francis Drake Channel, theamenities include a fitness centre, seapool and Olympic‐sized freshwater pool.

The Moorings, Mariner Inn HotelEverything you need is convenientlyavailable at this modern hotel andanchorage. Favoured by many for itscapacity to hold business meetings,seminars and social functions.Prominent harbour views and novelguest rooms are within walking distanceto the spa, dining facilities, a dive shopand small market.

Maria’s by the SeaA large, bustling family‐owned hotelnestled in the heart of Road Town,Tortola on the edges of Road Harbour.Located amongst shops, cafes,

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the newest resort in the BVI

Resort Reservations: 813-849-4100Group Sales: 813-849-4147

ScrubIslandSales@mainsailhotels.com www.scrubisland.com

Scrub Island Resort is Marriott’s fi rst Autograph Collection resort in the Caribbean and their fi rst property in the British Virgin Islands.

Designed with meeting and incentive groups in mind, our private island resort features 195 m2 of air conditioned meeting space - the largest in the BVI, expansive outdoor function areas and a marina for adventure seeking excursions.

Discover well-appointed guest rooms, suites and villas, world-class restaurants, Ixora Spa and secluded beaches. New. Modern. Luxury.

restaurants, and bars, it is a popularchoice for holding festive occasions,meetings, and events. The conferenceroom can accommodate up to 80persons; a large dinning area isfrequently used for business lunches. A projector, screen, PA system andwireless Internet is available.

Treasure IslePerched on the hillside in the capital of Road Town, Tortola, this hotel in itsverdant setting embraces the naturalenvironment and beauty of the BritishVirgin Islands. From the magnificentpool that forms the centerpiece of thehotel to the luxurious roomaccommodations, the experience is to be savoured by all. Whether your agendais strictly business or a celebration,Treasure Isle will see to your needs withunerring attention to detail. Our meetingand event space accommodates diningfor up to 200 guests. A variety ofentertainment options including audioand visual equipment are available. Fullbusiness services can be utilised on thepremises.

Long BayHidden away on a 52‐acre estate, Long Bay, Tortola rises from the hillsideto form a mile of talcum‐powder sandcaressed by the gentle Caribbean Sea.Select from a wide variety ofaccommodation styles including aspacious room or quaint cabana on thebeach, hillside rooms or villas that boastprivate balconies and private estatehomes complete with private swimmingpools and up to four bedrooms. We alsohave a fully equipped conference centrethat accommodates up to 130 personswith wireless Internet and AV equipmentavailable.

Fort BurtBuilt by the Dutch during the 17thCentury, this fort provided the optimumdefense for Tortola’s main port. Thehistoric, elegant facility can hold small tomoderately sized groups with aconference room that can hold up to 100persons. Existing are the remnants of abygone era, rustic touches, andsweeping views of the Sir Francis DrakeChannel, ideal for watching sailors andvessels arriving into port.

Bitter End Yacht ClubLocated on the island of Virgin Gorda in the British Virgin Islands, Bitter End is uniquely situated along a mile ofshorefront on the protected waters ofthe North Sound. The barefoot elegancethat characterises this island outpost iswhy Bitter End is regularly hailed as oneof the top full‐service resorts in theworld.

Rosewood Little Dix BayJust beyond a colourful barrier reef,lapped by gentle blue waters, lies

Rosewood Little Dix Bay® ‐ a trulyauthentic destination, tamed forsophisticated tastes. The timelessboutique resort on Virgin Gorda offerstranquility found nowhere else in theCaribbean. Little Dix rewards itsdiscerning guests with an instantaneousretreat offering fine dining, an award‐winning spa, luxury villas and beachfrontrooms and suites.

Rosewood Little Dix Bay offersnumerous options for gatherings of upto 200 persons, private meetings andreceptions. In addition, there areinformal areas, such as the Pavilion, that are available during the day. TheMahogany Boardroom, tucked into theheart of the resort, accommodates up to 20 persons in a quiet, comfortablesetting. All A/V and presentation tools,including high‐speed Internet access andon‐site professional A/V assistance, areat hand, and meetings arecomplemented with outstandingcatering and tailored activities asrequested.

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At Peter Island Resort & Spa, the makings of customized luxury come naturally with five secluded beaches,

acres of unspoiled tropical island paradise and turquoise blue views of the British Virgin Islands.

One of the Caribbean’s most spectacular spas

A world-class marina

Hawk’s Nest 3-bedroom villa, Crow’s Nest 4-bedroom villa, and Falcon’s Nest 6-bedroom villa

20 Beach Front Suites and 32 charming Ocean View Guest Rooms

Casual beach front or fine-dining experiences

Non-motorized water sports such as Hobie Cats, snorkelling, and ocean kayaks

Scuba diving excursions, deep-sea fishing and sailing charters available

Inquire about reserving all or part of Peter Island Resort & Spa by calling David Pollard

at 44 (0) 208 339 6888, or by visiting peterisland.com.

Private Island Luxury.

guest defined.

Amenities and services include airport greeting; snorkelinggear, lessons & guided tour; sunfish lessons; fitness centre;tennis courts; pool table; table tennis; Hobie Cats & kayaks and early morning coffee and afternoon tea.

Quick TipsLanguage: English

Currency: U.S. Dollar

Time: Atlantic Standard Time; GMT‐4 ‐1 hour behind in USA winter

Driving: Motorists drive on the left side of the road

Communication: Our area code is (284)

With its mix of exotic, laidback Caribbeanlifestyle, sophisticated infrastructure andreputation for safety, the Cayman Islandstops the list of desirable destinations for a meeting or event. Direct British Airwaysflights from London Heathrow four timesa week and a stylish, friendly andwelcoming island community, well trainedin hospitality and service, make theCayman Islands one of the Caribbean’sforemost destinations for the meetingsand incentive market.

The Ritz‐Carlton Grand Cayman,regarded as the flagship of the group, islocated on Seven Mile Beach and enjoyshosting high profile conferences andincentives from around the globe, yearround. The 144 acre, 365 room resort has

over 13,000 square feet of meeting andevent space, including the 9,000 sq ftRoyal Ballroom, with reception space forup to 900 guests and dinners for 660,with outdoor settings for a further 1,000.

Activities range from golf on the GregNorman course or tennis at the NickBollettieri tennis academy, and an eco‐tourism experience with theAmbassadors of the EnvironmentProgramme, set up by Jean MichelCousteau, to a choice of treatments atthe first ever La Prairie ‘Silver Rain’ Spa.

The 340 room Westin Casuarina Resortand Spa enjoys an enviable location onSeven Mile Beach. Its two ballrooms seatup to 650 and 300 theatre stylerespectively and seven breakout roomstake up to 400 participants. The HibiscusSpa is a popular retreat for delegatesand partners alike and oceanfront diningat the award winning restaurant CasaHavana combines an irresistible mix ofCuban and Caymanian food. The on‐site

Meetings, Conference and Incentive Travel in the Cayman Islands

Contact:Cayman Islands Department of Tourism

Telephone:020 7491 7771

Website:www.caymanislands.co.uk

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dive shop offers guests easy access tomany of the best scuba‐diving spotswithin close proximity to the Westin.

Also on Seven Mile Beach, the 305 roomGrand Cayman Marriott Beach Resortoffers six individual meeting rooms plusadditional outdoor space of over 7000square feet of event area, catering forreceptions for up to 650 guests. Keensnorkelers can enjoy the hotel’s ownbeach and coral conservation project,the Marriott Reef, just 50 yards offshore.

Camana Bay is a magnificent open airdevelopment near Seven Mile Beachthat includes designer shops,restaurants, bars and waterfront leisureareas providing an exceptional venue forevents ranging from large, beautifully‐orchestrated cocktail parties and dine‐around evenings with music and dancingto intimate dinners in award winningrestaurants serving all‐Caymanianproduce. A state of the art cinema isavailable for screenings.

Cayman Destination ManagementServices, Red Sail Sports andCelebrations are among Cayman’sexperienced destination management

companies. Colourful and creativeevents can be arranged both beachsideor within the resorts and at venuesincluding the Turtle Farm, the historicoceanfront fort of Pedro St James, or theCayman Motor Museum – one of theworld’s most priceless private collectionsof motor cars set in a 1950s style dinersetting. Delegates will never forgetseeing Grand Cayman and theextraordinary reefs from the sky with aCayman Helicopter tour run by a formerHollywood stunt pilot, or coming face toface with one of the rare endemic BlueIguanas amongst the lush flora of QueenElizabeth II Botanic Park, anotherstunning venue for events.

Cayman’s skilled DMCs can organisegroup activities such as treasure hunts,sunset cruises and dine‐aroundprogrammes showcasing the quality andvariety of the islands’ 200 or sorestaurants. Visitors easily succumb tothe lure of Cayman’s crystal clear warmwaters and with over 300 dive sitesacross the three islands, the islands aresuitable for beginner and experienceddivers alike. For those who prefer to staydry, the Atlantis submarine offers a

window onto Cayman’s incrediblemarine life.

No trip to the Cayman Islands would becomplete without some time on one ofthe Sister Islands, Little Cayman orCayman Brac. A stark contrast to thesophisticated lifestyle of Grand Cayman,the Sister Islands are much lessdeveloped in terms of accommodationand amenities, but both islands haveresorts for smaller groups wishing toescape for a day or two and enjoy someof the most unspoilt islands and richestwaters to be found anywhere in theCaribbean.

For full information on meetings and incentives in the Cayman Islands,please email mice@caymanislands.ky or telephone 020 7491 7771 to speak to the UK team.

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The best option for your meeting or incentive travel

Cuba is light, colour, taste, it is joy andwarmth, nature and city, Caribbean life.Cuba is a land of contrasts well markedand attractive, nice people, cultured andwitty, which enjoys the unique gift ofbeing able to share their joy andfascination to all who know them.

Located at the gates of the Gulf ofMexico, between the two Americas, is a land of mild climate and outstandingnatural qualities. The Cuban landscapes,plains and mountains exhibit all thetypical tropical greenery and the

Caribbean, while fringed beaches of fine coral sand is one of the greatesttreasures of the island’s nature.

The Cuban archipelago is the sound of drums, violins whisper; is boisterousand carefree people; is cigars and rum; is the ancient mixture of races andcultures; is white, black, urban, guajira,sailor... is its people full of enthusiasm,innate sensitivity, warm and friendlycharacter.

This destination is one of the mostimportant in Latin America and theCaribbean for meetings, conferences,conventions and events in general; it hasacquired a high international recognitionfor this form of tourism.

Convention Centres with moderntechniques of computing andcommunications, transportation, sportsfacilities, fairgrounds, hotels and highlyprofessional staff facilitate the successfulorganisation and holding of meetings inthe country.

Fully enjoy the Caribbean in Cuba

Contact:Cuba Tourist Board

Telephone:020 7240 6655

Website:www.travel2cuba.co.uk

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Advances in scientific research, inmedical and social sciences, culture,sport and the existence of hundreds ofnational partners allow the country toorganise each year, more than 300international meetings attended bythousands of participants from aroundthe world. It is also a source of attractionand a safe scene for internationalassociations to hold their meetings in this Caribbean destination.

It is a land of charm and an island to live fully. This combined with the vastexperience of specialists that will ensurean immediate response to your requestand provide updated information for allmatters relating to the search for thebest services. This includes assistancewith hotel choices, restaurants,sightseeing, meeting rooms, and otherrelevant facilities for a safe andsuccessful development of your event or incentive travel.

Cuba has a modern and comfortablehotel selection with facilities for hostingmeetings or incentive groups. Some ofthese available hotels in Havana are:

Nacional HotelThe Classic Cuban hotel with theelegance of the 50s and moderncomforts; a well deserved praise ofcelebrities and more than 80 years of history. Recognised as the flagshiphotel of Cuba, it prides itself on being inHavana, one of the sites par excellencefor meetings, congresses and incentivetravel. It has translation andinterpretation services and it also has a plenery hall with a capacity of 650people; and nine meeting rooms withvarious capacities and facilities.

Palco HotelA hotel for professionals – calm, safe and with all of the facilities to organisemeetings, conference and socialgatherings. It has a partnership with theHavana Conference Centre, which islocated a few minutes from downtown.It includes a Business Centre, 24 hoursinternet and an Executive Lounge. It’s facilities include air conditioning, a sound system, all required conferencefacilities and the option of interpretationservices.

Melia Cohiba Hotel Just a few metres from the HavanaMalecon in a Metropolitan Avenuestands this attractive hotel. It hasbusiness centre, meeting facilitiesequipped with interpretation servicesand equipment for simultaneoustranslation.

Melia Habana Hotel Along the coast and close to the elegantMiramar Trade Centre. Its location andthe pleasant conditions of its tropicalenvironment has become an ideal placefor leisure stays, business meetings andincentives. A highly personalised service,with transportation options to and fromthe city centre.

Parque Central Hotel Centrally located in the heart of Havana,the Parque Central hotel prides itself onits modernity and environment, rich inarchitectural wonders. The Paseo delPrado, the Gran Teatro de La Habana, theMuseo de Bellas Artes and the HavanaCapitol flood of life and memories thishistoric area of Old Havana.

Occidental Miramar Hotel Located in the central 5th Avenue in theelegant area of Miramar and surroundedby business offices, tourist attractions,real estate and diplomatic offices. Thishotel is an ideal place to harmonisebusiness activities with entertainment.

Comodoro Hotel With a priviledged seaside location thisurban hotel has a strip of private beach,good quality service and is situated closeto the Havana Conference Centre. Thishotel also offers the option to holdmeetings and social gatherings in itsmultipurpose rooms.

The golden rule will be let go, occupyeach second and go where the souldictates, among smells, shadows, eyesand contingencies. A gift of nature,nameless, which may deserve the labelof that, it will be discovered in a sunrise,with your eyes opened, because thehours and lived experiences have beenenergised to dusk with the powerfulforces of happiness.

Cuba is a wonderful place to hold a meeting or host an incentive group… the best choice.

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Our Island

What makes Curaçao special amongCaribbean islands? Authenticity. Forcenturies, Curaçao have forged a vibrant and rich culture rooted in history andhospitality. Its heritage is both Europeanand African – representing more than 50nationalities. The island speaks Dutch,Spanish and English – as well as a locallanguage, Papiamentu, a colourfulCreole dialect. Curaçao is a uniquedestination which is perfect for hostingmeetings and incentives, in every way!

Curacao conventions, meetings, andincentive tourism represent one of thefastest growing segments of the island’stourism industry. Curaçao hosts dozens

of major international businessgatherings each year. Choose from top notch Destination managementcompanies, who can plan your incentives to every detail.

Top 5 Reasons To Meet In Curaçao! 1. Easy access: there are many direct

flights with main airlines going toCuraçao from Latin America, Europe,North America & the Caribbean.

2. History – The Historic Area ofWillemstad. Inner City and Harbor(with over 750 sites and monuments)was designated in 1997 as a “WorldHeritage” site by UNESCO.

3. Cuisine – A culinary heaven with a wide variety of sidewalk cafés,gourmet restaurants, internationaldishes and local eateries influencedby a melting pot of more than 55different nationalities.

Contact:Curaçao Tourist Board Europe

Telephone:+31 (0) 70 891 6600

Website:www.curacao.com

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4. Over 10 deluxe properties – withplenty of meeting space including the Curaçao World Trade Centre!

5. Out of meeting experiences – Golfing on Championship 18 holecourses or Hike, Bike, Explore, Go off Road, Visit Dolphins & Ostrich,Tour the Curaçao Liquor factory.

The following hotels and businesscentres will be ready to make sure yourCaribbean convention or meeting will be a successful one.

Curaçao World Trade CenterWorld Trade Center Curaçao is the bestplace for business and pleasure. One ofthe biggest complexes in the Caribbean,with its 50,000 square metres. At theWorld Trade Center Curaçao you can find all the services necessary for yourcompany. Such as Meeting & BoardRooms, a Business Center, Auditorium(capacity of 325), Exhibition Hall, andalso a commercial area.

Santa Barbara Beach & Golf Resort CuraçaoThe Santa Barbara Beach & Golf ResortCuraçao is one of the top facilities on theisland to host your meetings and events.This hotel has over 9,000 square feet ofindoor function space, includingballrooms, boardrooms and break outrooms.

Curaçao Marriot BeachResort & Emerald CasinoThe Curaçao Marriot Beach Resort &Emerald Casino is a beautiful beachfrontresort and is perfect for meeting andincentive events. This resort has over

3,000 square feet of meeting space andis situated at the Piscadera Bay close tothe Curaçao World Trade Center, whereadditional exhibition and meetingfacilities are available.

Avila HotelThe Avila Hotel is centrally located, close to the city district Punda. Inaddition to a superb range of guestamenities for a small luxury resort hotel,the Avila Hotel offers a unique collectionof conference and banqueting facilitiesfor business conferences, seminars,workshops, meetings and other socialevents.

Sunscape Curaçao Resort, Spa & CasinoThe Sunscape Curaçao Resort, Spa & Casino is the only all inclusive resort on the island. The event‐planners atSunscape Curaçao are masters atproviding and planning a wide variety ofevents with amazing attention to detailand personalised attention. TheFlamboyant Center at Sunscape Curaçaoprovides over 2,900 square feet ofmeeting space.

Sandton Kura Hulanda Hotel & SpaLocated in the heart of the city centre isthe Sandton Kura Hulanda Hotel & Spa.Superbly situated within the KuráHulanda complex is the ConferenceCenter Kurá Hulanda. The Center isequipped with state‐of‐the‐art facilitiesand equipment for seminars,conferences and meetings. The largestof the four rooms, Tula canaccommodate up to 160 persons.

Hilton CuraçaoThe Hilton Curaçao is a majesticbeachfront resort with 196 spaciousguestrooms and suites each with astriking view of the island or theshimmering Piscadera Bay.

The Hilton Curaçao resort offers morethan 7,000 square feet of meetings andevent spaces, with the ballroom areaaccommodating up to 400 guests.

Renaissance Curaçao Resort & CasinoThe Renaissance Curaçao Resort & Casino is situated in the heart of thecity center and is ideal for business andincentive events. This hotel has over8,600 square feet of meeting spacedivided into four meeting rooms andstate of the art conference facilities.

Curaçao may just surprise you with itsmagnificent bays, spectacular diving areasin the crystal‐clear sea, a superb colonialarchitecture, sophisticated businesscentres, top notch meeting facilities and a comprehensive calendar of eventspacked with adventures and experienceswith ‘something for everyone’. VisitCuraçao and make your next meeting or incentive a successful one.

For more information on meetings and incentives in Curaçao, please email: info@ctbe.nl or give us a call: +31 (0) 70 891 6600.

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Dominica is an escape from the ordinary,a truly unique Caribbean experience withlittle disturbance except the sounds ofnature in an intimate environment.

Our facilities are best suited for the smallto medium meetings and events of 200and under however, our friendly andprofessional event planners are wellpositioned to coordinate a variety ofevents and activities. Whether it is ashort meeting, multiple day conference,a team‐building retreat, or employeeincentive, one can be assured thatDominica will not disappoint.

You have a wide range of options, fromconference rooms and banquet spaces at our established hotels and resorts

Dominica: The Off‐The‐Beaten‐PathMeeting Destination

Contact:Discover Dominica Authority

Telephone:0207 326 9880

Website:www.discoverdominica.com

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to stand alone event venues....or createa unique experience of meeting at arestored British Garrison overlooking theCaribbean Sea or we can even take youto the beach, just imagine your seminarunder tents and coconut trees.

For retreats and incentive trips nothingbeats Dominica’s wellness offerings.Rejuvenate with a Nature Island yogaclass or a massage treatment, eitherindoors or outdoors in “nature’s studio”.There are dozens of sulphur springs,bubbling pools, and remnants of volcanicactivity throughout the Nature Island.Some have been converted to naturalhot water spas which are a relaxingexperience comparable to no other. The more adventurous groups will enjoyhikes along some of the Caribbean’smost unique mountain and river trailswith over 1,000 shades of green... theBoiling Lake or one of the 14 segmentsof the Waitukubuli National Trail areamong the must do’s. Dominica has anunderwater world which rivals any in

the world, ‐ placed in the top 10 in theCaribbean, so snorkel, dive, or swim inthe “bluest of blues” of our “pristine”marine environment where plunging sea walls, colourful coral, and volcanicvents await. The warm bubbles of theunderwater volcanic crater atChampagne Reef should not be missed.

The Nature Island will captivate yourdelegates and entice them to remain on island. Move your meetings from the hustle and bustle of city life to thehistorical French quarter of our quaintcapital, Roseau, or for that closer touchof nature bring your meeting to the townof Portsmouth or in the east coastcommunities of Delices and Rosalie.Island wide, the call of nature offers a professional atmosphere with thatnecessary touch of relaxation. And whilewe refresh your mind, we also nourishyour bodies with fresh local and creole‐influenced international cuisine.

Dominica is within reach of majorinternational cities through direct air

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and sea connections from the regionalhubs of Antigua, Barbados, Puerto Rico,St. Maarten, Saint Lucia, Guadeloupe,and Martinique. While you enjoy thetranquillity of the nature isle, we offersophisticated telecommunication andbanking systems keeping you connectedto the outside world, although you maywish to stay disconnected and ratherembrace the tranquil beauty of themountain ranges outside your window.

No matter the event heed to the call ofnature and come discover meetings inDominica, a most unique setting.

Some Hotels & Resorts with Meeting SpaceAnchorage Hotel, Castle ComfortNumber of Meeting Rooms: 1, maximum capacity50‐60 (theatre style) Amenities include: AC,Internet, Wi‐Fi, Podium, Restaurant/CateringNumber of Guest Rooms: 32 www.anchoragehotel.dm Email: reservations@anchoragehotel.com ormd@anchoragehotel.dm Tel: 001‐767‐448‐2638

Fort Young Hotel, Victoria Street, RoseauNumber of Meeting Rooms: 6, maximum capacity185 (cocktail style in Conference Room) Amenitiesinclude: AC, Internet, Wi‐Fi, Stage, Podium,Restaurant/ Catering. Number of Guest Rooms: 71www.fortyounghotel.com Email: sales@fortyounghotel.com or info@fortyounghotel.com Tel: 001‐767‐255‐7150

Garraway Hotel, Dame Eugenia Charles Blvd,Roseau. Number of Meeting Rooms: 1, maximum capacity 175 (theatre style)Amenities include: AC, Internet, Wi‐Fi, Podium,Restaurant/Catering. Number of Guest Rooms: 31www.garrawayhotel.com Email: garraway@cwdom.dm Tel: 001‐767‐449‐8800

Jungle Bay Resort & Spa, Pointe Mulatre, DelicesNumber of Meeting Rooms: 2, maximum capacity150 (theatre style) Amenities include: AC, Internet,Wi‐Fi, Podium, Restaurant/Catering. Number ofGuest Rooms: 35 www.junglebaydominica.com Email: info@junglebaydominica.com Tel: 001‐767‐446‐1789

La Flamboyant Hotel, King George V Street,Roseau. Number of Meeting Rooms: 1, maximum capacity 50‐60 (theatre style)Amenities include: AC, Internet, Wi‐Fi, Podium,Restaurant/Catering. Number of Guest Rooms: 16www.laflamboyanthotel.dm Email: reservation@laflamboyanthotel.dm orreservations@laflamboyanthotel.dm Tel: 001‐767‐440‐7190

Rejens Hotel, PortsmouthNumber of Meeting Rooms: 1, maximum capacity 100‐120 (theatre style) Amenitiesinclude: AC, Internet, Wi‐Fi, Podium, Restaurant/Catering. Number of Guest Rooms: 20www.rejens.com Email: info@rejens.com Tel: 001‐767‐445‐5577

Rosalie Bay, Rosalie, Number of Meeting Rooms: 1.Amenities include: AC, Internet, Wi‐Fi,Restaurant/CateringNumber of Guest Rooms: 28www.rosaliebay.com Email: daryla@rosaliebay.com or info@rosaliebay.com Tel: 001‐767‐446‐1010

Evergreen Hotel, Castle ComfortNumber of Meeting Rooms: 1, maximum capacity 50‐60 (theatre style)Amenities include: AC, Internet, Wi‐Fi, Podium,Stage, Restaurant/Catering. Number of GuestRooms: 17 www.evergreendominicahotel.com Email: evergreen@cwdom.dm Tel: 001‐767‐448‐3288

Some Non Hotel Meeting SpacesKrazy Koconuts, Castle ComfortNumber of Meeting Rooms: 3, maximum capacity 150. Amenities include: AC,Internet, Wi‐Fi, Podium, Stage, /CateringEmail: krazykoconuts@gmail.com Tel: 001‐767‐440‐7058

Fort Shirley, Cabrits National ParksNumber of Meeting Rooms: 1, maximum capacity 150. Also has outside eventspace. Amenities include: StageEmail: williamsda@dominica.gov.dm Tel: 001‐767‐266‐5854

Waitukubuli National Trail Management Unit OfficePond Case. Number of Meeting Rooms: 1, maximum

capacity 50. Also has outside event space Amenities include: AC, Internet, Podium. Email: wntp@cwdom.dm Tel: 001‐767‐266‐3589

Rodney’s Wellness Retreat, SoufriereNumber of Meeting Rooms: 1, maximum capacity60. Also has outside event space. Amenities include:Internet, Wi‐Fi, Podium, Restaurant /CateringEmail: relax@rodneyswellness.comTel: 001 767 440 8222 or 001 767 612 2400 or 001 767 245 4725 or 001 767 235 3417

Destination ManagementCompaniesDecide on Dominica, Old Street, RoseauContact: Pamela Richards‐SorhaindoEmail: pamela.richards@whitchurch.comTel: 001‐767‐255‐1104 or 001‐767‐277‐6506 or 001‐767‐448‐2181

Dominica Tours, Castle ComfortContact: Yvonne Armour or Carla Armour.www.experience‐dominica.com Email:md@anchoragehotel.dm or info@experience‐dominica.com Tel: 001‐767‐448‐2638

WRAVE Ltd, Fort Street, RoseauContact: Amber Rolle www.wackyrollers.com Email: wackyrollers@yahoo.com Tel: 001‐767‐449‐8276 or 001‐767‐616‐8276

Tour OperatorsKen’s Hinterland Adventure Tours (KHATTS)Fort Young Hotel, Victoria Street, Roseauwww.khattstours.com Email: khatts@gmail.comUS Toll Free: 1‐866‐880‐0508Tel: 001‐767‐448‐4850 or 001‐767‐448‐1660

Experiences Caribbean, Gommier, Giraudelwww.experiencescaribbean.com Email: jtas@cwdom.dm US: 1‐845‐367‐4264Tel: 001‐767‐440‐5827 or 001‐767‐275‐5827 or 001 767‐616‐5827

Hibiscus Eco Tours, Concordewww.hibiscusvalley.com Email: hibiscuseco_tours@hotmail.com Tel: 001‐767‐445‐8195 or 001‐767‐616‐0055

Mally’s Taxi Service, Cork Street, RoseauEmail: mallystaxi@hotmail.comTel: 001‐767‐448‐3114

For additional information or questions about planning meetings contact:Discover Dominica Authoritywww.discoverdominica.dmtourism@dominica.dm or mducler@dominica.dm001‐767‐448‐2045 US Toll free 1‐866‐522‐4057

The Caribbean island of Grenada, known as the Spice Isle, is a tropical paradise thatmakes the perfect incentive, or smallmeeting getaway, covered in vibrantrainforest and spice plantations, surroundedby cerulean waters teeming with marinewildlife. The fragrant spices ‐ includingnutmeg, mace and cinnamon – blend withthe scents of exotic blooms on the gentlesea breezes that once powered the island’snutmeg economy and legend has it that a stick pushed in the ground will flourish in Grenada.

Let Grenada help you inspire your staff andclient’s to build better business relationships.And Grenada’s Destination ManagementCompanies offer a personal service thatguarantees satisfaction, with a smile.

Grenada embraces visitors with a warmwelcome to its boutique hotels. Mostproperties are owned and managed bylocal families and as no beachfrontbuilding can be taller than the tallestpalm tree, the island’s natural charm is retained.

Renowned for its reef and wreck divesand jaunty regattas as much as its spiceand cocoa plantations, Grenada boastsexciting music festivals, exuberantcarnivals and notable restaurants.

In addition to several rum distilleriesincluding Westerhall and the water‐powered River Antoine, Grenada is hometo one of the world’s leading organicchocolate producers, GrenadaChocolate. Staffed by islanders andusing only locally‐grown cocoa from co‐operative farms, the factory createsaward‐winning chocolate. In 2012, in partnership with neighbouring agro‐

Contact:Grenada Tourism Authority

Telephone:0208 8328 0644

Website:www.grenadagrenadines.com

tourism attraction Belmont Estate, a new four‐hour chocolate tour launchedto enable visitors to meet growers,harvest cocoa and see the process frombean to bar, including visiting the factoryand tasting the goods!

So, what else makes Grenada – and her sisters islands Carriacou and PetiteMartinique ‐ so different from the otherislands of the Caribbean and the perfectincentive destination?

Some say it’s the celebratory culture that warmly embraces visitors whenthey arrive and the feeling of safety onthe streets: each Friday in Gouyave,taste freshly‐caught fish and otherdelicacies, accompanied by live, localmusic – or explore the Spice Market inthe capital St George’s where farmersoffer home‐made jams and jellies andtheir own spices for sale.

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Under the water, Grenada offersattractions for all levels of experience,from beginner to advanced. Lazy driftdives or adventure diving, the pristinewaters of Grenada teem with sea lifeincluding sharks, manta rays, tropicalfish and varied types of coral. Most divesites are located within 15‐20 minutes of the shore, enabling divers to enjoytwo or three dives a day. Known as the‘Wreck Diving Capital of the Caribbean’,the island offers more wrecks than anyother Caribbean island and is home tothe Bianca C ‐ the largest and mostfamous wreck in the Caribbean.

If diving isn’t on the agenda, trysnorkelling over the world’s firstUnderwater Sculpture Park – an eeriecollection of life‐sized statues created as an artificial habitat by artist Jason de Caires Taylor and now very much in Mother Nature’s hands.

Visit www.Grenadagrenadines.com

More than just one single traveldestination, Basse‐Terre, Grande‐Terre, La Désirade, Les Saintes and Marie‐Galante, the Archipelago of Guadeloupe,comprising of five easily accessibleislands, make a perfect destination forany “Incentive” trip under the Tropics!Fancy that! Bonanza! What a jackpot!Five different experiences from one single journey; creating five greatopportunities to experience and create an unforgettable trip!

With its 660 sq miles, the GuadeloupeanArchipelago is an easily accessibledestination, well served with directsflights from France and major Europeancities.

Located in the heart of the LesserAntilles, the Islands of Guadeloupe

The Guadeloupe Islands, a very “Mice” paradise!

Contact:Guadeloupe Islands Tourist Board

Telephone:00 33 (0)1 40 62 99 07

Website:www.lesilesdeguadeloupe.com

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aren’t just part of the Caribbean; theyare also part of France, therefore a partof the European Union. They offer thesame public security as found inmainland France, as well as the politicaland economic stability.

It is the perfect playground for all kindsof activities including leisure, water,nature or sports activities. And thevarious activities and festivals takingplace all year round will be the perfectsetting for a memorable trip.

When considering the GuadeloupeIslands for a Meetings & Incentives trip,please bear in mind that there is no “setprogramme” as on the islands, anythinggoes..and anything works! Thus, an “à lacarte” meeting programme with all therequirements of any customer is verymuch appreciated.

The Guadeloupe Islands accommodationoptions are modern, comfortable andperfectly suitable for holding seminarsand conventions.

For the organisation of meetings, a selection of reliable destinationmanagements companies are currentlyoperating. This network of selectedpartners includes hotels, restaurants, car rental agencies, attractions, casinos,sailing companies, a golf course,performing arts, conference centres, etc.

Indispensable partners to tour operators,our ground handlers provide you withprofessional assistance offering acomplete range of services from thetransfer of passengers to the completemanagement of the entire trip.

See page 93 for a list of our groundoperators.

Destination Guyana has an extraordinaryhistorical and cultural heritage, a vast,pristine tract of verdant rain forest, anabundant selection of activities to enjoy,and a unique blend of peoples, allcombined to make every experience, a remarkable one. Over the past fewyears, the destination has been cited asone of the best convention locations in theCaribbean, outfitted with several modernconference facilities …Voted as one of thebest destinations in the world, Guyanaremains one of the premier localities forbusiness and leisure.

Each location is fully prepared to hostmajor summits, seminars, conventionsand workshops as it has successfullydone over the years.

Guyana’s largest conference facility, the Guyana International ConferenceCentre (GICC) is located approximatelyten minutes from the Capital CityGeorgetown, offering convenient andquality service in a relaxed and enjoyableatmosphere. The centre is ideally locatedadjacent to the CARICOM SecretariatHeadquarters and has been the focalpoint for major events and conferences.With flexible conference rooms toaccommodate groups from 10 to 600persons and state of the artconferencing equipment, the GICC hasmaintained its competitive edge byproviding a professional service in aclean, comfortable and secureenvironment.

The Princess Hotel and Casino, one of the Guyana’s leading hotel boasts aConference and Banqueting Hall whichcomfortably accommodates 850persons, theatre style, while catering for450 persons seated around tables; thecourteous and efficient staff can

Contact:Guyana Tourism Authority

Telephone:00 592 219 0094‐6

Website:www.guyana‐tourism.com

guarantee a top class event, even forsmaller proceedings including weddingreceptions, workshops and symposiums.The conference area is fully equippedwith amenities for the client’sconvenience and comfort, inclusive of a top class catering service.

Located a stone’s throw away from theAtlantic Ocean , the Pegasus Hotel hasarranged and managed meetings andconferences for over 40 years in theirprestigious setting, with both efficiencyand affordability. The conference facilityfeatures the most advanced eventtechnology with rooms to accommodateapproximately 450 persons.

The setting at Cara Lodge is the perfectmarriage of old world charm andcontemporary comfort – ideal for thetraveller wishing to experience a taste of Guyana’s past, and the business personwishing modern‐day amenities. TheConferencing and Special Event facilities,equipped to host up to 120 guests, are

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designed to provide you with everythingyou need for successful Conferences,Banquets and Dinners, Weddings andPrivate Dining occasions. The hotel has a superior range of business facilities andattendant services, at affordable rates andclients can rest assured that meetings orconferences held at Cara Lodge will make a lasting impression.

What better place to have your event thanat the beautiful Baganara Island Resortand Banquet Facility, located on themajestic Essequibo River. Owing to thisimpressive and tranquil location, guestsenjoy a unique and wonderful settingsurrounded by the pristine rainforest.Baganara can accommodate up to 100people for a dinner followed by a dance.Our competent chef, coupled withexcellent service assures the catering.

Grand Coastal provides a convenient,well‐equipped venue for conferences. ThePlantation Suite Conference Room is fullyair‐conditioned and comes with all theamenities of an international conferencefacility including internet access, flipchartand overhead projector. With on‐siteparking and catering/dining facilities, thehotel can efficiently take care of all yourconference/ banquet needs.

Travel TipsThe more you know about travelling inGuyana, the more prepared you'll be whenyou arrive.

LanguageThe official language is English oftenspoken with a creole flavour. Time ‐ We are 4 hours behind GMT and 1 hourahead of EST.

ClimateGuyana's climate is equatorial; hot butpleasant for most of the year. The heat is

tempered by the sea breezes on the coast.An umbrella is useful during the two wetseasons, extending roughly fromDecember to the end of January andthrough May and June. Rainfallapproximates at 2,300mm per year inGeorgetown. The temperature on thecoast‐land ranges from 20 degreescentigrade with a mean temperature of26.8 degree centigrade. In the interior it isbetween 18.3 degree centigrade and 39.4degree centigrade with a mean of 28.3degree centigrade.

CurrencyThe Guyana Dollar with a fluctuatingexchange rate of: GYD $325.00 to Pounds£1.00 GYD $204.00 to US $1.00GYD $259.00 to Euro €1.00

Cambios are licensed currency exchangehouses. Most cambios are open from: 8:00hrs to 17:00hrs and on Sundays8:00hrs to 16:00hrs.

It is important that you keep your cambiosreceipt, you will need to produce them tochange Guyanese dollars on departure.

Credit CardMajor credit cards and traveller’s chequesare accepted by most hotels, restaurants,supermarkets, car rental agencies and touroperators. Credit cards with CIRRUS and/orPLUS mark can be used at any Scotia BankATM machines in Guyana.

Departure TaxAn exit tax of GYD$4000 (USD$20) ischargeable on departure at Cheddi JaganInternational Airport. This tax is purchasedat the airport near the check‐in counter.You should confirm your ticket at least 48hours prior to departure.

DrivingDriving and riding in Guyana are done on

the left lane. Before you start enjoying thefun of driving in Guyana, you must obtain a driver’s permit which is issued by theInland Revenue Department‐ LicenseRevenue Division located on Camp Streetin Georgetown. You can also enquire of the Custom Officer on your arrival at theairport regarding a licence. The permit can be issued on the spot and is FREE ofcharge. Ensure that you bring yourinternational licence to show to the Officer.

Emergency NumbersPolice ‐ 911 / Fire ‐ 912 / Ambulance ‐ 913Telephone directory assistance ‐ 092

ElectricityThe voltage is 110/240 volts, 50‐60 cycles.Transformers can be used to step‐up/step‐down the voltage. Electrical appliances are widely available in Guyana.

Communication MediumRadio Stations: FM 89.1 Hot FM, RadioGuyana 89.3/89.5/89.7 FM, 94.1 Boom FM,98.1 Hot FM, 101.1 Fresh FM, Voice ofGuyana (VOG) 102.5 FM

Television Stations: GWTV 2, STVS 4, CNS6, WRHM 7, HGPTV 9, NCN 11, RBS 13,MTV 14, NTN 18, HJTV 21, TVG 28, MBC42, VISION TV 102

Newspapers ‐ Guyana Chronicle, KaieteurNews, Guyana Times, Stabroek News

Shopping hours08:30h ‐ 16:00h on weekdays (17:00h on Fridays)08:30h ‐ 12:00h on Saturdays

Most supermarkets are open from:08:30h ‐ 18:00h on weekdays,08:30h ‐ 19:00h on Saturdays and10:00h ‐14:00h on Sundays.

Bars usually open from 18:00h‐00:00h (midnight)

Night Clubs usually open from 20:00h ‐ 02:00h

Health & SafetyWater: It is safer to drink purified bottledwater. There are several brands that areinexpensive and widely available. You canpurchase water at supermarkets, shops,roadside shops and vendors throughoutGuyana.

Immunisation ‐ There is a risk of malaria in certain parts of the interior. Consult a Doctor for the required precautions if you intend to travel.

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The beautiful country of Haiti in theCaribbean is adorned with sandy beaches,scenic landscapes and friendly people.Here you will find a wonderfully uniquecountry boasting a rich cultural heritage,eager to welcome visitors with itshistorical sites, colourful architecture and amazing cuisine. Haiti is also worldfamous for its distinctive art, notablypainting and sculpture.

The warmth of the Haitian peoplecombined with the excellent meetings and events services make it an idealbusiness and pleasure destination for corporate meetings and events, with modern‐day conference facilities to comfortably accommodate a largevariety of functions.

Contact:Embassy of the Republic of Haiti

Telephone:0207 637 8985

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The Royal Oasis Hotel is an ultra‐modern hotel offering exceptional levelsof service. Visitors can enjoy luxurioussuites, elegant restaurants and stylishbars, as well as taking advantage of thein‐house boutiques, spa and salon, artgallery and rooftop pool. With its fivepurpose‐made meeting and conferencerooms, the hotel can comfortablyaccommodate up to 300 guests, and isable to provide delegates with a high‐quality corporate menu. All of themeeting rooms are provided with audio‐visual equipment and complimentaryWi‐Fi is also available throughout theHotel. A new convention centre due toopen in 2014 will only add to the hotelsreputation as a leading venue formeetings and conferences in Haiti.

The Best Western Premier Pétion‐Villepersonifies the refined sophistication ofmodern Haitian luxury. Leading interiordesigners have applied creativity, whileintegrating contemporary art and thestunning work of local artisans. TheHotel is host to the top‐quality Le Michelrestaurant where guests can enjoy trulyexcellent international cuisine in arelaxing, friendly atmosphere. The hotelalso provides a fitness centre, spa andgift shop, and is ideally situated forvisiting the local shopping centre and artgalleries. There are four private, air‐conditioned and individually decoratedconference rooms which are the perfectsetting for meetings and corporateevents, catering for as few as 6 to asmany as 200 guests. The hotel offers anexcellent catering and event planningservice, ensuring a professional andsophisticated experience for corporateguests.

Nestled in close proximity of Pétion‐Ville, the Karibe Hotel and ConventionCentre offers you the luxury and comfortyou need while visiting Haiti. This uniqueresort offers guests a lavish retreat, a haven of serenity and a distinctivealternative for those who appreciate ahigher standard. For those who wish tounwind, the wonderful Botanik Spa willhelp to relax the body, revitalise themind and renew the spirit. For businessrequirements, the convention centre has extensive meeting spaces with animpressive ballroom and theatre, seatinggroups up to 1,000 delegates, and othermeeting spaces for smaller groups, allequipped with current audio‐visualtechnology and internet access.

Located in the heart of Cap‐Haitien near the beautiful beaches of Cormierand Labadie, the charming Hotel Du RoiChristophe exudes sophistication andcharm. Here French colonial architectureand modern comfort blends with styleand elegance to create a pleasant andrelaxed atmosphere. An elegantcourtyard, terrace restaurant and largerooms with plenty of period furnitureand art add to the sense of style. TheHotel is the perfect place for all yourbusiness and professional requirements.Conferences can be held in threereception rooms throughout the hotelwhere up to 200 delegates can becomfortably accommodated and anexcellent catering service is available for event organisers.

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Martinique is a small island and aseductive little corner of France, whichcombines all the elements of stylishFrench savoir‐faire with a sensuous andfun‐loving Creole joie de vivre.

Blessed with lovely Caribbean beaches,its landscapes loom large in theirmajesty and variety.

The north is a rugged, mountainousregion whose highest point is MountPelée, an active volcano that stands at1397m. Just to the south is a range calledthe Pitons du Carbet, whose peaks reachan impressive 1197m. All thesemountains are swathed in rainforest,dense tangles of oversized trees,creepers and bracken fern cut throughby brooks, springs, and waterfalls. The

north also boasts beaches with sandthat’s silver or bluish‐grey, a sign of their volcanic origins.

The centre of the island is dominated by an alluvial plain. It’s in the centre thatyou will find Martinique’s largest costalswamps of mangrove trees. The roots ofthese trees aren’t underground, but outin the open air, arching over the swampwaters. That’s why mangrove swampsare sometimes called “forests taking a foot bath.”

The south has lots of rocky hills calledmornes, as well as intricate patterns ofvalleys and fjord‐like coves. The southerncoast is graced with idyllic white sandbeaches and striking rockypromontories.

In 1635, the island became a possessionof the French, who oversaw thedevelopment of sugarcane, pineappleand banana plantations. With theseplantations came the need formanpower, so the French resorted to

Welcome to Martinique!

Contact:Martinique Tourism Authority

Telephone:00 33 1 44 77 86 00

Website:www.martiniquetourisme.com

importing slaves from Africa to work in the fields. Thus began the “triangulartrade.” Slavery in Martinique was finallyabolished by the French government in1848. The next historic milestone wasthe 1902 eruption of Mount Pelée, whichdestroyed the town of St Pierre, theisland capital at the time, and killedalmost all the town’s 30 000 inhabitants.

The island has been marked by multipleinfluences and cultural mixing; itseventful past is evidenced by itsarchitecture, historic monuments andmuseums. Throughout the year, thereare many events where one canparticipate in vibrant traditions andexperience the warmth, creativity andhospitality of local people.

In Martinique you will find two types of cuisine. France gave Martinique atradition of bread, cheese andcharcuterie but you will also find a creolecuisine based on local ingredients suchas papaya gratin, codfish fritters…

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Martinique is a French overseasdepartment and many Martinican chefshave studied or worked in France beforereturning to the island to adapt therecipes and technique to the Creolepalate.

Along with great food, Martiniqueproduces great rum. Just as wine loversregularly visit France to savour the bestwine, rum connoisseurs are increasinglymaking their way to Martinique toexperience some of the world’s finestand most distinctive rums.

Martinique is known for its epicureandelights, premium rum and beautifulbeaches, but straying from the beatenpath allows you to experience the islandas locals do. Take l’Ilet Oscar, a secludedand largely deserted islet off the eastcoast of Martinique. It’s home to LaMaison de l’Ilet Oscar and not much else.You can swim, sunbathe and dine ontropical combinations of fresh fish andfruits. Legend has it that Napoleon’sCreole bride bathed in Josephine’s Tub,not far from l’Ilet Oscar, which is howthis pool got its name.

Practical information

Accomodation with meeting rooms:

5 Star Hotel

Le Cap Est LagoonTel : 0033 596 548 080info@capest.comwww.capest.com

4 star hotel

Hotel la BatelièreA meeting room of 453 sq m that youcan separate into 4 roomsreservationbateliere@fram.fr

M’Gallery Bakoua HotelA 80sq m meeting roomHO968@accor‐hotels.comhttp://hotels.com

3 star hotel

Diamond Rock2 meeting roomsresa@ddiamond‐rock.comhttp://rock.com

Hotel Valmeniere Karibea3 meeting roomsreservation@squash.com

Hotel CarayouA conference roomhotelcarayou@hotel‐carayou.comhttp://carayou.com

Squash Hotel9 meeting rooms from 30 to 240 sq mreservation@squash.comhttp://reservation@squash.com

2 star hotel

Bambou hotelA conference room of 150 sq mhotel.bambou@wanadoo.fr

Ground operators/agencies:Arc en cielZac de rivère roche – 97200 Fort de Francegroupes@arcenciel‐voyages.comcontact@arcenciel‐voyages.com

AVS Voyages/CAMA104 rue Ernest Deproge – 972000 Fort de Franceavsvoyages@wanadoo.fr

Carib recept/ Carib congresZone de la jambette – BP 292 ‐ 97232 LeLamentin/ cedex 02tblanc@caribrecept.com

Passion outremer antillesImm Fratome – ZI Canal Cocotte – 97224 Ducosmaxime@passion‐outremer.comwww.passion‐outremer.com

Voyages Tour Aventures31 rue Lamartine –972000 Fort de Francesmagee@nouvelles‐frontieres.com

Health requirement:No vaccines are required, except fortravelers from South America and Africawho may be required to present aninternational yellow fever vaccinationcertificate.

Telecommunications:All modern means of communication are available in Martinique. The majorityof hotels provide Wi‐Fi access which isalso available at the Aimé Césaire Airportof Martinique.

Water:Tap water is potable throughout theisland

Clothing recommendation:Bring light clothing as well as somethinga little warmer to wear on cool evenings,sunglasses, sunscreen and mosquitorepellant.

Electricity:Electricity is supplied 220 volts

If you need further information aboutMartinique, please, visit our websitewww.martinique.org

Montserrat is considered a haven fornature seekers; this is not surprising withits lush mountain scape, world classhiking trails, pristine dive sites and activeSoufriere Hills Volcano. The island breezeand warmth of its people will make youfeel genuinely at home on this picturesquegem which is only a short 15‐minute flightor a ferry ride from Antigua.

The island is known fondly as theEmerald Isle due to its rolling hills,greenery and the fact that it has ties with Ireland, in the form of place names,surnames and similarities in culture. It is the only island outside of Irelandwhere St. Patrick’s Day is a publicholiday. A weeklong celebrationhighlighting Montserrat’s local culture

and Irish heritage culminates with St. Patrick’s Day on March 17, also acommemoration of the planned slaveuprising on that very day in 1768. Theactivities range from freedom hike,freedom run, exhibitions, lectures,church service, dinner, pub crawl; and on St. Patrick’s Day itself a traditional“Slave Feast” which is housed in arecreated slave village. This is a trulyfestive atmosphere with traditionalfoods, local entertainment and thewearing of green and white. In additionto this event are many other activitiesthat take place throughout the year suchas the Calabash Festival in July, CudjoeHead Day Celebrations in August,Literary Festival in October/November,the Volcano Half Marathon in Novemberand the Year End Festival in December.Montserrat celebrated fifty (50) years of festival from December 14 2012 toJanuary 2 2013. This event saw a largenumber of returning residents and firsttime visitors to the island whoparticipated in the many activities.

Welcome to Montserrat

Contact:Montserrat Tourist Board

Telephone:+1 664 491 2230 or 8730

Website:www.visitmontserrat.com

A visit to the island today will reveal a new beginning following the manydisruptions caused by the volcano.Commerce is now centred in Brades in the northern part of the island.Businesses and homes are being builtalmost non‐stop. The road network has been improved with ghautreplacements, underground cableducting, pedestrian walkway extensions,and resurfacing of main roads. Justrecently, the Government of Montserrathas started a project to search forgeothermal energy. A concept for a new town which includes Port Facilitiesat Carrs Bay, construction of a hotel anda business/residential centre aroundLittle Bay has been finalised and will be built in phases.

Montserrat has a good mix ofConference and Meeting rooms rangingfrom small spaces, found at differentlocations around the islandaccommodating 15 people or less, tomedium sized rooms as at the Cultural

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Centre, which can accommodate up to500 people depending on layout. Roomsare generally equipped with AC and useof equipment including chairs, PAsystem, podium, microphones, and WIFI.Full Catering service for coffee breakscan also be arranged as part of thepackages offered. The Centre itself hasother smaller meeting rooms that arealso fully equipped for conferences/meetings.

Accommodations are available to suit alltastes and budget. There is a selectionof well‐appointed villas to choose fromwith swimming pools, and all withstunning views. There is also a hotel anda number of apartments, bed andbreakfasts and guest houses availablefor rental. Taxis and rental vehicles arealso available for rent.

In terms of Incentives, someaccommodations provide airport pick upand drop off as well as group rates. Theyalso arrange snorkelling, diving, hiking,bird watching, horseback riding, boattours, turtle watching and volcanoviewing excursions for groups.Additionally, a number of groundhandlers can arrange many of the aboveactivities. The Ground Handlers are:

Aaron FENTONWoodlands 00 1 (664) 496 0184

Arthur MEADEHappy Hill 00 1 (664) 491 5693 Cell: 00 1 (664) 492 1614

Avalon’s Taxi‐Tours “Joe Phillip”ManjackCell: 00 1 (664) 492 1565email: joephillip@live.com

B&D Taxi ServiceSt. Johns00 1 (664) 491 8797 Cell: 00 1 (664) 496 5927

Cecil WADECudjoe Head 00 1 (664) 491 5214/492 2814

Charles E. FENTON “spadico”St. Johns 00 1 (664) 491 5786/493 1814

Charles DALEYDavy Hill 00 1 (664) 491 7172 email: dalytaxitours@yahoo.com

Christopher IRISHBanks 00 1 (664) 491 2949

Clifford RYANBaker Hill 00 1 (664) 491 5349 Cell: 00 1 (664) 492 1849

Daly’s Taxi, Tours& RentalsDavy HillTel: 00 1 (664) 491 7172 Cell: 00 1 (664) 495/496 7172email: dalytaxitours@yahoo.com

Daniel MORTONWoodlands 00 1 (664) 491 7819

Elvis DALEYWoodlands00 1 (664) 491 4051 Cell: 00 1 (664) 496 0166

Eustace DYERPalm Loop00 1 (664) 491 2721 Cell: 00 1 (664) 492 1101

George CHRISTIANSalem00 1 (664) 491 5593 Cell: 00 1 (664) 492 1992

George WHITEOlveston00 1 (664) 491 3678 Cell: 00 1 (664) 492 1342

James ALLEN Baker Hill 00 1 (664) 491 7300

Joseph FARRELLLookout 00 1 (664) 493 1922

Malton ‘Bigga’ BURNSDavy Hill 00 1 (664) 496 2016

Maxi Taxi ServiceDavy Hill 00 1 (664) 496 1900

Peter DALEYLookout00 1 (664) 491 4435 Cell: 00 1 (664) 492 1924

Reuben FURLONGEGeralds 00 1 (664) 491 4376 Cell: 00 1 (664) 492 2790

Rose WILLOCKTour Operator/Tour GuideEvents Coordinator00 1 (664) 491 6652

Rupert TRANTLookout00 1 (664) 491 6038 Cell: 00 1 (664) 492 2963

St. Clair FENTONDavy Hill 00 1 (664) 491 5758/496 0555

Steverie WEST St. Peter’s 00 1 (664) 493 1430

Thomas ALLENManjack 00 1 (664) 491 3150

Thomas ‘Fumbo’ LEELookout00 1 (664) 491 2347 Cell: 00 1 (664) 492 1649

Wendell ‘Pinky’ DALEYLookout 00 1 (664) 491 8422 Cell: 00 1 (664) 496 0317

Winston TELESFORDOlveston00 1 (664) 491 2855 Cell: 00 1 (664) 496 7710

RTT Travel & ToursP.O. Box 183Brades, MontserratTel: 00 1 (664) 491 4788/496 4788Fax: 00 1 (664) 491 2974Email:rtttraveltours@hotmail.comwww.rtttravelandtours.com

Runaway Travel Ltd.P.O. Box 54, Brades, Montserrat00 1 (664) 491 2776/2800Email: runaway@candw.ms

Roosevelt Jemmotte Tour OperatorBrades, MontserratTel: 00 1 (664) 496 9912Email: jemmotter@candw.ms

The written history of Nevis begins withthe account recorded by Columbus whenhe sailed by Nevis in 1493. The name Nevisis derived from “Nuestra Senora de LasNieves” which means “Our Lady of theSnows,” because of the cloud cappedmountain reminding Columbus of snow.

Prior to the Columbus saga, Nevis wasnamed Dulcina “Sweet Island” by theArawaks and later Oualie “land ofbeautiful waters” by the Caribs. Later in the 18th century Nevis became knownas “Queen of the Caribees.” Evidence of pre‐ceramic people includes finelycrafted stone tools and intricatelycoloured pottery found at various sitesacross the island.

Over the years Nevis has made a numberof significant contributions to theCaribbean and the World. Two men who

played part in international history wereAlexander Hamilton and Lord HoratioNelson. Hamilton, one of the foundingfathers of the United States and its firstSecretary of the Treasury was born onNevis on January 11, 1757. Nelson,Britain’s most famous admiral, usedNevis as a base of operations in the mid1780s and married a Nevisian; FrancesNisbet in 1787.

Nevis continued to be part of the Britishcolonial holdings until 1967 when itachieved Associated Statehood with St. Kitts. On September 19, 1983 Nevisbecame part of an independent nationand formed part of the sovereigndemocratic state of St.Christopher and Nevis.

At the Four Seasons, the near‐perfectNevisian climate makes the lawns,gardens and beaches available virtuallyevery day of the year. Indoors, 465square metres (5,000 square feet) of luxurious space flows naturally intomore than 279 square metres (3,000square feet) of covered garden terracesoverlooking the Caribbean Sea.

Contact:Nevis Tourism Authority

Telephone:01305 233 107

Website:www.nevisisland.com

From lobster bakes and dancing underthe stars on the Ocean Terrace to ourNight Golf Skills Competition and IslandTour Jeep Rally, we make sure your eventis as fun as it is productive.www.fourseasons.com/nevis

There is a smaller meeting facility at the Mount Nevis Hotel. It has 2,400 sq ft of space. The location of theconference centre takes full advantageof their unique setting and spectacularviews of St. Kitts and the Caribbean Sea.The indoor meeting space consists of1,400 sq ft and can be combined with1,000 sq ft of outdoor space. The facilityseats 80 people classroom style. It’s anideal alternative for private functionssuch as weddings and small meetings.www.mountnevishotel.com.

The government of Nevis recentlyopened a modern state of the artperforming arts centre with 400 seats.This is the first phase of a project whichwill include a conference centre and allthe amenities, but this is in the future.

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Travel FactsNevis is the smaller of the two islandswhich make up the Federation of St.Kitts and Nevis.

Capital CharlestownAirport Vance W. Amory

International Airport

Location Latitude 17.10 degreesNorth, Longitude 62.35degrees West

Area 36 sq. miles/93 sq. km

Population 12,000

Ethnic 94.9% Afro‐Caribbean,Breakdown 5.1% Mixed/White/

East Indian

BanksFirst Caribbean International BankThe Bank of Nevis LtdBank of Nova ScotiaNevis Credit UnionRoyal Bank of Trinidad & Tobago (RBTT)St. Kitts‐Nevis National Bank

Banks are open Monday‐Thursday 8am‐2pm; Friday 8am‐4pm

ChurchesThere are a number of denominations on Nevis. Worship services are primarilyheld on Sundays and Saturdays butsome churches do meet during the weekfor prayer and bible services. All of thechurches warmly welcome visitors.

Credit CardsMost hotels, restaurants, and businessesaccept credit cards, but it is best to checkahead before relying on just credit cards.Bank ATM machines will give EC fundsthrough some credit cards.

CurrencyThe currency is East Caribbean dollars or“EC”, which can be obtained at anybank. Most stores and businesses willaccept U.S. dollars or travelers’ cheques,but change will be given in E.C. Coinsfrom the U.S. are not accepted—onlypaper bills. The current rate, which doesnot fluctuate, is $1 US equals $2.67 EC.

EconomyThe economy of Nevis is based ontourism, agriculture, fishing, and theoffshore industry. (www.nevisfinance.com)The government is a significantemployer in Nevis. With the surge in up‐market tourism, the private sector is expected to become the dominantemployer. Tourism development plays a major role in the economic growth ofthe country.

Emergency NumbersDial 9‐1‐1Police 469‐5391Alexandra Hospital 469‐5473Fire Services 469‐5391

Immigration RequirementsAll visitors must present a passport.Visitors may stay for a maximum of sixmonths, but extensions may berequested at the immigration office inCharlestown. Visitors must enter with areturn ticket. Departure tax whenleaving the island is $20.50 US or $55 EC,which includes an environmental levy.

Language & EducationThe official language of the island isEnglish. The island has a 98% literacylevel and its CXC and GCE results areamong the highest in the Caribbean.

Post OfficeThe General Post Office, located inCharlestown, is open Monday – Fridayfrom 8 am – 3:30 pm and is closed onSaturday.

TelephonesNevis’ modern telecommunicationssystem permits smooth and prompttelephone, telex, facsimile, and Internetconnections throughout the world. Tomake an overseas call using a creditcard, dial 3‐5‐5 and follow theinstructions.

Time ZoneNevis is on Atlantic Standard Time, but does not change for daylightsavings.

TippingService charge of 10% is generallyincluded in restaurant bills, but it is bestto ask (and more is welcome, of course!).Hotels add 22% to their bills, including10% service and and 12% governmentroom tax.

Tourist InformationThe Nevis Tourism Authority office is open Mon‐Fri, 8:00‐5:00 p.m. inCharlestown. Brochures about many of the island’s activities and businessesare available there. For information see the following:

Tel: +1 869 469 7550/1042From UK: 01305 233 107Fax: +1 869 469 7551Email: info@nevisisland.com Website: www.nevisisland.comFacebook: The Island of Nevis

UtilitiesMost hotels and homes use 110 volts but 220 lines are sometimes available.Check with your hotel to be sure.

WaterDrinking water is pure and safe to drink,but if you are sensitive to food and waterchanges, you may prefer commerciallybottled water.

A unique combination of world‐classproperties, sophisticated infrastructure,exotic Caribbean setting and a state‐of‐the‐art Convention Center makes PuertoRico an outstanding destination formeetings and incentive groups,conventions, trade shows and exhibitions.

With meetings and conventionscomprising nearly one‐third of theIsland’s tourism revenue, Puerto Rico’shospitality and meetings industry takesgroup business seriously. In recent years,significant hotel construction andproperty renovations have taken placeacross the island. In addition to a folio of top hotel brands such as Hilton,Sheraton, Marriott, Inter‐Continental,Meliá, Waldorf‐Astoria and more. Puerto

Rico has added significantly to its luxuryofferings with the addition of the St.Regis, W Retreat and Ritz Reservebrands.

Presently, Puerto Rico offers 14,000rooms island‐wide ranging fromeconomy to luxury accommodationssuitable for any group size or budget and 1.3 million square feet of state‐of‐the‐art conference and business facilitiesfor groups of nearly every size. Meetingspace options range from intimate boardrooms for small groups to the largestballroom in the Caribbean and can befound in hotel and resorts in the SanJuan metropolitan area as well as high‐end resorts which are located on some of the Island’s most magnificentbeaches.

The premier meeting facility on theisland is the Puerto Rico ConventionCenter Pedro Rosselló. The largestconvention center in the Caribbean andthe most technologically advanced

Contact:Puerto Rico Tourism Company

Telephone:0207 367 0982001 787 725 2110

Website:www.seepuertorico.comwww.meetpuertorico.com

facility in the Caribbean and LatinAmerica, the Center creates a singulardestination for conventions, tradeshows, consumer shows and congresses,and places Puerto Rico at the forefrontof meeting and exhibition destinations.Not only is the meeting and conventionfacility state‐of‐the‐art in size and theservices, but also in its dynamicarchitecture and design, which includesa dramatic wave‐like roof line and a 13‐story glass curtain opening up tospectacular views of the San Juanharbour and area beaches.

The Convention Center incorporates the quality, standards, and materialsexpected from a full‐service world‐classconvention facility. Its size comparesfavourably with the largest facilities in the hemisphere. There are almost580,000 square feet/53,882 squaremetres of overall gross space, including152,700 square feet/14,186 squaremetres of exhibition space; 39,000square feet/3,670 square metres of

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ballroom, the largest in the Caribbean; an additional 36,200 square feet/3,363square metres of meeting rooms; andsome 200,000 square feet/18,580 squaremetres of pre‐function areas andsupport space. Technology highlightsinclude sat programmable lightingcontrols, integrated fibre optic andInternet connectivity and an integratedaudio system with capability for remoterecording of programmes.

Part of the entire waterfrontdevelopment project Bahia Urbana, the Puerto Rico Convention CenterDistrict, upon completion, will enablevisitors to experience the distinctivenessof Puerto Rico in what will become oneof the Island’s most sought‐after spotsfor business, shopping, recreation andentertainment to include hotels,restaurants, movie theatres, and otheramenities. Currently, the SheratonPuerto Rico Hotel & Casino serves as the headquarter hotel for the Center,providing 503 guestrooms for delegatesin a modern, ‘urban oasis’‐like setting.The first convention hotel in theCaribbean built under LEED‐certifiedguidelines, the property features 35,000

square feet/3,251 square metres of state‐of‐the‐art flexible meeting space in aconference center setting. The District is minutes away from historic Old SanJuan, the Luis Muñoz Marín InternationalAirport, and the Condado tourist area.

Beyond the boardroom, Puerto Rico’sfamed beaches, tropical landscape, richcultural heritage, easy access from manyinternational airports have helped theisland earn the reputation as thePreferred Meeting Destination of theAmericas. Exciting daytime delegatepursuits include eco‐adventures andwater sports, walking tours and hikes,championship golf and resort spaactivities. Old San Juan, the oldestwalled city in the Caribbean, offersvisitors over 500 years of Spanishcultural heritage along cobblestonedstreets, colonial buildings, grandfortresses, and historic sites. Many of the Island’s attractions can serve as a stunning venue for a special off‐sitefunction or theme event – a pirate party,an El Yunque rainforest party or a jíbaroparty, complete with native foods anddance. Private functions at islandrestaurants, historic haciendas, or other

dramatic off‐site venues include the El Yunque rainforest, Antiguo Casino or the Bacardi Rum Factory.

The award‐winning Puerto RicoConvention Bureau is committed tosmooth meetings and serves as a liaisonto close to 300 member‐suppliers toassist planners with hotel proposals, siteselection, promotional materials, specialevents, on‐site convention staff andmore. By utilising the services of thePuerto Rico Convention Bureau, meetingplanners can take advantage of theBureau’s “one‐stop shopping” approachwhen planning a group meeting orconference, all at no charge. For moreinformation about planning and bookinga meeting in Puerto Rico, contact thePuerto Rico Convention Bureau at www.meetpuertorico.com.

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The locals refer to this 11.8 square‐mileisland in the Dutch Caribbean as Statia.Though small, the island reveals asurprisingly rich past to travellers. Duringthe 1700s, Statia’s capital, Oranjestad,was a trading hub for slaves, sugar, cottonand commodities from Europe and the FarEast. At its peak, the island’s populationreached 18,000, and Oranjestad wasperhaps the richest port in all the region.However, in 1776 the government broughtthe wrath of England upon the tiny nationafter recognising the newly independentUnited States by firing an 11‐gun salute toa passing warship. The decline began, andtoday the sleepy island has approximitely4,000 inhabitants.

Contact:St Eustatius Tourism Development Foundation

Telephone:00 599 318 2433/2107/3081

Website:www.statiatourism.com

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More than 100 sunken trading ships off the shores of Statia make this adiving mecca; submerged anchors,cannons and pottery shards create asilent testimony to the island’s story.However there are things to do abovethe water too: visitors can take a half‐day hike to the (600m) 2,000 foot Quill, a classically shaped volcano with aforest‐filled crater. Orchids, fruit treesand ferns thrive in this uniqueenvironment.

In Oranjestad, there are quaint andnoteworthy buildings to visit: FortOranje, which was built by the French in 1629, will appeal to history buffs; theDutch Reformed Church, has a tall towerthat offers a bird’s‐eye view of town, andthe St. Eustatius Historical FoundationMuseum is filled with relics from boththe pre‐Columbian period, and thecolonial period. These items areespecially interesting since Statiachanged hands between the French,Dutch and English a whopping 22 times.You’ll find, among countless other items,colonial furniture, nautical instrumentsand blue glass trading beads made bythe Dutch West Indian Company.

Accommodations are in the form of small inns and guesthouses. Dining is also a low‐key affair, with seafood,Creole and Dutch dishes available atseveral informal restaurants.www.statiatourism.com/where_to_eat.htm

Airport/Gateways/Flying Time: Airport: Franklin Delano Roosevelt Airport (EUX).

Gateways/Flying Time: There are nodirect flights from the UK, however

Air France fly via Paris, and KLM viaAmsterdam to St Maarten, where there are connecting flights withWinair. Winair: 17 minutes from St. Maarten to St. Eustatius. Paris to St. Maarten: 8 hours 50 minutes.Amsterdam to St. Maarten: 9 hours.

St. Kitts offers an attractive place for doingbusiness or mixing business with pleasure,whether hosting large groups forconferences and meetings or as the ultimateincentive travel destination. The islandlargely remains unspoiled with idyllicbeaches and stunning natural landscapewhile its greatest assets include genuinehospitable people, its heritage and cultureand a range of accommodation to suit allbudgets and requirements. One of the mosttechnically sound environments in theregion, St. Kitts also offers advancedtelecommunications with high‐speedinternet access across the island.

Resort Hotels to Plantation HousesWhile resort hotels offer their own style of meeting facility for the business

traveller as well as catering to incentive or wedding groups, smaller hotels andplantation inns offer a more unique orintimate venue. There are goodopportunities for activities around a conference, with excursions andspectator sports such as cricket, greyhoundand horse‐racing as well as golf; and plentyof leisure activities whether on or off thebeach.

The Frigate Bay area of St. Kitts offersmuch of the island’s meeting space,restaurants, beach bars and shoppingareas. The St. Kitts Marriott Resort & RoyalBeach Casino is the largest venue where5,000 square feet of meeting space catersfor up to 690 delegates with a range ofservices that includes translation facilitiesand high‐tech IT training rooms. On site isthe Royal Beach Casino and Emerald MistSpa while close by is the Royal St. KittsChampionship golf course.

Also conveniently located close to the beach and golf course is Sugar BayClub featuring conference space of over

Contact:St Kitts Tourism Authority

Telephone:020 7376 0881

Website:www.stkittstourism.kn

800 sq. ft. and Frigate Bay Resort. Stillopen for business, the property offersexcellent meeting space consisting of onelarge and three small breakout rooms, on‐site catering and event coordinator.

Hotel venues within close reach of thecapital Basseterre and airport are Bird Rock Beach Hotel, offering Ocean Viewand Garden View conference rooms for upto 250 and 100 persons respectively andOcean Terrace Inn, featuring over 3000 square feet of meeting room space with a capacity of 225.

Additional venues include the 17th CenturyOttley’s Plantation Inn with 23 rooms andspace for smaller groups of up to 40, a magnificent Caribbean hideaway withbreathtaking views of the Atlantic; and therecently restored 18th Century FairviewGreat House and Botanical Gardens, a popular venue for weddings.

Carambola Beach Club is the newest venueto St. Kitts, located on the picturesqueSouth Friar’s Bay offering a seating

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capacity of 180 people for in and outdoordining. Ideal for incentive groups, one ofCarambola’s defining features is its 4,000bottle wine cellar, beach beds with butlerservice and dedicated massage area.

Activities and ExcursionsSt. Kitts offers a wealth of heritage andcultural attractions as well as exhilaratingleisure activities for group itineraries which include:

Tours to historic sites such as the UNESCOBrimstone Hill Fortress National Park andCaribelle Batik at Romney Manor.

The Scenic Railway, offering visitors anostalgic trip by rail and road encircling the Northern part of the island.

Carib Brewery, a must on any itineraryallows visitors to watch the entire processof making and bottling beer.

Rainforest and Mount Liamuiga Hikeswith Greg’s Safaris.

Catamaran Excursions by day or night with a chance to snorkel and swim with turtles.

A Walking Tour of Basseterre taking in sitesas The Circus, the town’s Piccadilly Circus,Independence Square and the NationalMuseum.

Watersports, including Diving; QuadBiking, Horse‐riding and Zip‐Lining.

Eating Out and NightlifeThe island’s gourmet offering is excellent serving everything fromtraditional to international or a fusion of the two. Well‐known names such as The Beach House and Spice Millrestaurants, located right on the beach,offer unique dining experiences for largegroups while other choices include Nirvanaat Fairview Great House, Carambola BeachClub, Bombay Blues, Marshalls, Bobsy’sBar & Grill offering a mix of great food and karaoke and Jasmines at Frigate BayResort, to name but a few. Restaurantssuch as Fisherman’s Wharf, Waterfalls andBallahoo offer lashings of fresh seafoodwith stunning views of the capital,Basseterre. Nightlife is within easy reach at The Strip at Frigate Bay where delegatescan let their hair down at a selection ofbeach bars.

Getting AroundGetting around St. Kitts is easy; taxicabsare plentiful and guided taxi tours offer a great way to explore the island and itsmain attractions; alternatively, rental carscan be arranged on arrival at either theairport or Port Zante as well as from mosthotels on purchase of a temporary driver’spermit. Driving in St. Kitts is on the lefthand side of the road.

Group specialistsAn efficient network of DestinationManagement Companies and tourcompanies make organising tailor‐madeprogrammes for weddings or incentivegroups easy. Specialist companies such as Kantours, Sunlinc and DestinationSolutions bring years of tourismknowledge and experience to the MICEmarket, locating the perfect venue andcreating memorable activities for groups.With a focus on the excursion side,Welcome Tours and Flamboyant Toursprovide delegates with authentic islandexperiences.

Getting ThereSt. Kitts is serviced from the UK by British Airways via Antigua, twice weeklyon Saturday and Tuesday from London(Gatwick), or via neighbouring islands with LIAT. All flights arrive at Robert L.Bradshaw International Airport, situatedjust two miles outside the historic capitalcity of Basseterre. Sister island, Nevis, is within easy reach of St. Kitts, offering a memorable twin island combination.

Why Saint Lucia?

Holidays are memorable in Saint Lucia, so why should your meetings andconferences be any different? Thisboutique, English speaking island is one of the most beautiful in the Caribbeanoffering a stunning backdrop of lushscenery, idyllic bays, picturesque palm‐fringed beaches and the iconic PitonMountains. The beauty of Saint Lucia isnot just in its landscape but also in thevariety of venues and diverseaccommodation available to suit allbudgets. Whether you are looking for a spacious villa, an all‐inclusive resort or self‐catering apartment, there issomething for everyone.

Unique and authenticexperiencesSaint Lucia appeals to those who arelooking for somewhere different andauthentic but can still offer the level of service and facilities expected. A destination that has charm and a richcultural heritage embodied in its eclecticcuisine, quaint fishing villages and itswarm and friendly people. The islandboasts a wide range of activities, greatfor group incentives. These activitiesinclude zip‐wiring through therainforest, hiking, mountain‐biking toyachting, deep sea fishing and diving.There are also a host of naturalattractions to visit that would add colour to your itinerary including theCaribbean’s only drive in volcano at theSulphur Springs, the beautiful DiamondWaterfalls and Botanical Gardens, themajestic Piton Mountains and the idyllicMarigot Bay.

A unique, diverse and authentic island for your meetings and conferences

Contact:Saint Lucia Tourist Board

Telephone:020 7341 7005

Website:www.stlucia.org

Professional help is at hand There are a number of DestinationManagement Companies on island whohave MICE experience that can help withitineraries, meet and greet services,event planning, island orientations andexcursions.

Ease of accessSaint Lucia has two airports. Hewanorrainternational airport is situated in thesouth of the island and the domestic,inter‐island airport, George F.L. Charlesis based in the north near the capitalCastries. Saint Lucia is easily accessiblefrom UK with British Airways and VirginAtlantic flying direct from London inapproximately 8 hours.

Travel EssentialsEntry requirements

z Must hold a passport valid for sixmonths from the date of departurefrom Saint Lucia.

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we believe in a stress-free ,uniquely relaxing resort experience .and that ’s just the booking process .At a resort where secluded villas overlook a unique Caribbean paradise, our policy of attending to every need applies not only to groups of up to 100, but to the individuals who get them here.Call 0808.101.7261. windjammer-landing.com

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z British passport holders do not require a visa.

z For information on visa requirementsfor citizens of other countries, seewww.stlucia.gov.lc/faq, or call theHigh Commission for Saint Lucia on+44 (0) 20 7370 7123.

Health

z Unless coming from an infectious area, no vaccinations are required.

z However, hepatitis A, polio andtyphoid are recommended.

z Water is safe to drink from the tap, and bottled/distilled water is widelyavailable.

Weather

z Tropical, with daytime temperaturestypically in the mid to high 20s Celsiusyear round.

z June to November is the wetter time of year.

Currency

z Eastern Caribbean dollar, which is linkedto the US dollar at US$1 to EC$2.70.

z Hotel rates quoted in US dollars.

z ATM’s issue EC dollars.

Electricity

z 220 volts, 50 cycles AC.

z Most sockets take UK standard 3‐pinsquare plugs.

z Adaptors are available at many hotels.

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Anse ChastanetRainbow Room 4000 100 ‐ 100 50 40The BodyHolidayTraining Room 1200 80 40 60 30 40Coconut BayWedding Center 912 Yes Yes 40 Yes YesOceanfront Wedding Gazebo 625 Yes Yes 20 Yes ‐Lawn Venue (subject to weather) 1800 Yes Yes 100 Yes YesCaribbean Conference Center 1722 200 110 ‐ 60 70Coco PalmKreole Conference Room ‐ 90 ‐ ‐ 45 40Plantation Board Room 300 30 ‐ ‐ 18 20Kaiso Board Room 273 35 ‐ ‐ 14 18Palm Ville Conference 2000 168 ‐ ‐ 40 50Kreole Grill Meeting Room 900 60 ‐ ‐ 45 30Discovery at Marigot Bay Hotel

Great Hall 1600 Yes Yes 80 Yes ‐Royal by rex resorts

Royal Conference Room 1650 106 96 75 41 96Sandals Grande St. LucianWilliam J Clinton Ballroom 4800 500 300 550 ‐ ‐William J Clinton A 1560 150 100 160 51 ‐ William J Clinton B 1560 150 100 160 51 ‐ William J Clinton C 1560 150 100 160 51 ‐Pre Function Foyer 2000 ‐ 140 200 ‐ ‐Langara Boardroom 600 ‐ 30 ‐ 14 14Courtyard 2704 ‐ 600 700 ‐ ‐Sandals La Toc Golf ResortHibiscus room 1425 125 ‐ 150 50 ‐Arizona Lawn ‐ ‐ 75 100 ‐ ‐Main pool Deck ‐ ‐ 150 200 ‐ ‐Piton Pool Deck 1559 ‐ 60 120 ‐ ‐Bluff Pool Deck ‐ ‐ ‐ 100 ‐ ‐Sunset Pool Deck ‐ ‐ ‐ 150 ‐ ‐Pavillion ‐ ‐ 150 ‐ ‐ ‐Smugglers Cove Resort & SpaConference Centre 1827 150 60 150 40 40Break‐Out Room 1 255 30 10 20 12 12Break‐Out Room 2 255 30 10 20 12 12Racquet Club Lounge (inside) 1394 105 n/a 100 40 40plus terrace and pool deckSt. James’s Club, Morgan BayLe Jardin ‐ 100 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐St James Club Conference Room 1250 60‐80 ‐ 50‐60 ‐ 30‐40Morgans Pier ‐ 100 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐St. Lucian by rex resortsReduit Suite 1600 150 100 100 45 30Windjammer Landing Villa Beach ResortRoyal Palm Conference Room 992 80 70 ‐ 30 24

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Barefoot HolidaysT: 001 (758) 450‐0507Barefoot@candw.lcwww.barefootholidaystlucia.com

Caribtravel LtdT: 001 (758) 452‐2151Hermina.Danzie@caribtravelltd.comwww.caribtravelltd.com

Cox & Co LtdT: 001 (758) 452‐2211tourism‐ops@coxcoltd.comwww.coxcoltd.com

Piton Travel & Tours St Lucia T: 001 (758) 450 1487pta@candw.lcwww.pitons‐travel.com

Solar Tours & TravelT: 001 (758) 452‐5898solartours@candw.lcwww.solartoursandtravel.com

Spice Travel Limited T: 001 (758) 452‐0866casalucia@candw.lcwww.spicetravelstlucia.com

For more information on hotelmeeting and conference facilities,please contact us on 020 7341 7005

St Lucia RepresentativesT: 001 (758) 452‐8232dutyoffice@stluciareps.comwww.stluciareps.com

Suntours Caribbean (CWTS)T: 001 (758) 458‐0473suntours@candw.lcwww.suntourscaribbean.com

TAM’s Travel T: 001 (758) 450‐3730malcolm.alcee@gmail.comwww.tamtravel.com

The Exécutive Club T: 001 (758) 452‐9696tropicalholidays@candw.lcwww.stluciaexecutive.com

The Travel Boutique Inc.T: 001 (758) 451‐6364judy@stlucia‐travelboutique.comwww.the‐travel‐boutique.com

Travel Concepts IncorporatedT: 001 (758) 458‐2243tci@candw.lcwww.travelconceptsstlucia.com

Saint LuciaDestination Management Companies

St. Maarten has emerged as a populardestination for companies to gather formeetings and conventions. A tax initiativenow allows U.S. companies to receive thesame tax benefits for meetings that takeplace in St. Maarten as if they were held in the U.S.

Meeting planners can choose from avariety of properties including, but notlimited to, the Sonesta Maho BeachResort & Casino, Sonesta Great BayBeach Resort & Casino, The WestinDawn Beach Resort & Spa and DiviLittle Bay Beach Resort.

The Sonesta Maho Beach Resort &Casino (www.sonesta.com/MahoBeach)offers more than 25,000 square feet of

meeting space accommodating up to1,000 people. The resort offers tenindoor meeting and event options aswell as six outdoor event spaces. Eventcoordinators and the onsite ConferenceServices Team can arrange corporatemeetings, receptions, themed parties,dinners and various activities for largegroups.

Sonesta Great Bay Beach Resort & Casino (www.sonesta.com/GreatBay)offers a more intimate setting for smallermeetings offering more than 4,000square feet of meeting space. Thelargest room measures 2,583 squarefeet, while banquet capacity at theresort can accommodate 275 – 300guests.

With seven meeting spaces ideal for larger meetings and conferences,The Westin Dawn Beach Resort & Spa(www.starwoodhotels.com/westin) canhost up to 1,000 people in their 10,000square feet of banquet and meeting

Contact:St Maarten Tourist Bureau

Telephone:001 721 549 0200

Website:www.vacationstmaarten.com

spaces. The larger ballroom breaksdown into five sections, allowing moreflexibility, with freestanding meetingrooms that can accommodate anywherefrom 10 ‐ 120 people.

Divi Little Bay Beach Resort(www.divilittlebay.com) located eightmiles from Princess Juliana InternationalAirport can accommodate smallergatherings of up to 36 people. Divi LittleBay Beach Resort offers those bookingthe event a free room when booking 20rooms in high season, or 15 rooms in lowseason.

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Tour Operators & Ground Handlers

Calypso ToursP.O. Box 167Philipsburg, St. MaartenTel: 00 599‐544‐2858 Fax: 00 599‐544‐2858arrundell@yahoo.com

S.E.L. Maduro & SonsEmma PleinPhilipsburg, St. MaartenTel: 00 599‐542‐3410 Fax: 00 599‐542‐2958madops@maduro.org

Dutch Tours EnterprisesP.O. Box 337Cay Hill, St. MaartenTel: 00 599‐542‐3316 Fax: 00 599‐542‐5951Contact: Vidal De Weeverdutchtur@sintmaarten.net

Island Reps N.V.P.O. Box 2051Princess Juliana AirportSt. MaartenTel: 00 599‐545‐2392 Fax: 00 599‐545‐2291Contact: Gail Ullerislreps@sintmaarten.net

Fantasy Tours @ ServicesP.O. Box 48Philipsburg, St. MaartenTel: 00 599‐548‐4507 Fax: 00 599‐548‐4507Contact: Pearl Arnellpearl@sintmaarten.net

Sheneidis Tours & TransportPhilipsburg, St. MaartenTel: 00 599‐522‐1132Contact: Shernia Duinkerksduinkerk@sintmaarten.net

St. Maarten Sightseeing ToursWelgelegen Road 23Cay Hill, St. MaartenTel: 00 599‐543‐2000 Fax: 00 599‐543‐2005Contact: Vicky Iglesias/Samir Andrawoscruiseops@caribserve.net

Xaro N.V.Airport Road 84Simpson Bay, St. MaartenTel: 00 599‐544‐4954 Fax: 00 599‐544‐4953Contact: Reina Martinhertz@sintmaarten.net

Elle‐Si‐BellePeterson Plaza 6 BCole Bay, St. MaartenTel: 00 599‐544‐4954 Fax: 00 599‐544‐4953Contact: Russell Bellellesibell‐1991@yahoo.com

Caribbean Conceirge Services N.V.Fouress Building, Suite 4CPhilipsburg, St. MaartenTel: 00 599‐542‐22726 Fax: 00 599‐542‐2179planner@ccs‐sxm.com

East Caribbean DMCW.G. Buncamper Road 4Philipsburg, St. MaartenTel: 00 599‐523‐1941 Fax: 00 599‐581‐4145eastcaribbeandmc@gmail.com

This tiny 37 square mile island is known tobe the friendly island of the Caribbean andis the smallest island in the world to beshared by the sovereign nations of Franceand Holland which have co‐existedpeacefully for over 350 years.

Much more than a beach‐lover’sparadise, the island of Saint‐Martin isteeming with nature and culture, but most importantly human riches,where more than 120 nationalities liveside by side. The friendly island invites its visitors to experience a uniquedestination, where the highest standardof service is offered from our wonderfulfive star resorts, charming boutiquehotels, cozy guest houses and notforgetting our luxurious villa product.

Saint Martin invites you to come andexperience an unforgettable promise of unending pleasure.

An island with amazing and unique charmsNone of the other French CaribbeanIslands will give you these advantages:

z English language is spoken throughout the island.

z The US dollar is accepted widelythroughout the island. (certain places 1€ = USD 1).

z Daily direct flights from North andSouth America and also Europe.

z A French "Savoir‐Faire" and"ambiance" with a Caribbean twist.

z A historical symbolic monument that separates the Dutch and FrenchSide.

Contact:Saint‐Martin European Promotion Office

Telephone:00 33 153 299 999

Website:www.stmartinisland.org

An island with great hotelselections to suit all budgetsThe island offers many hotel selectionsthat are part of the international hotelgroup chains. Here is a list of the islandstop 3 hotels.

z La Samanna Hotel Resort and Spa ispart of the Orient Express group andalso a member of the Leading Hotels of the World.

This hotel is located on one of theisland most amazing beach. Theproperty offers great services, andcomfortable conference spaces.

z Le Domaine de Lonvilliers is one of the islands best kept secret hotel. This resort is owned by one of France’smost known chef’s Christophe Leroythat offers top standard service and asmall but functional conference spacewith natural day light and ocean view.The hotel is also part of the PreferredHotel Group chain.

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z Le Radisson Blu Marina and Resort and Spa

Radisson Blu Resort, Marina & Spa St. Martin is a luxurious 4‐star hotel setin a prime location in the centre of AnseMarcel. Guests of the hotel will haveeasy access to Anse Marcel Beach,Downtown Anse Marcel and TintamarreBeach.

Some great incentive ideas that we offer on Saint‐Martin

VisitFort LouisBuilt in 1789 by the people of Marigot,Fort Louis is a site that is not to bemissed when visiting the island! Thisimportant historical site offersmagnificent views of Marigot, SimpsonBay Lagoon, the Terres Basses andNettle Bay.

Discover Marigot marketMarigot market is a colourful, scent‐filled, friendly place! Stall‐holders selllocal fruit and vegetables, spices, fishcaught that very day and there are manystands selling local craftwork. A friendlyatmosphere guaranteed!

Enjoying snorkeling The Creole RockIn Grand Case Bay the Creole Rock is a favourite meeting place for pelicans,brown booby and diving enthusiasts.This unique area on the island is part of the National Nature Reserve.

Relax at Loterie FarmLoterie Farm, a tropical jewel coiledaround the foothills of Pic Paradis, ismuch appreciated by families for itstreetop adventure course and naturalswimming pool.

Be creative The Tijon Parfumerie, Grand CaseTijon Perfumerie is a unique experiencein the Caribbean. It’s a boutique whereyou can find products made in SaintMartin: fine perfumes and colognes butalso sunscreens, lotions and cosmeticscombining fragrant oils distilled fromlocally cultivated exotic flowers andbotanical extracts; with the world’s finestperfume oils, all made in the on‐site lab.

Tijon is possibly the only place in the world where guests can choose fromover 300 oils when creating their ownfragrance. Choose to be part of the 1 hour or 3 hour class and leave with your own bottle of perfume or colognealong with a gift bag.

Be local and participateGrand Case TuesdaysEvery Tuesday night from 6pm onwards,from Mid‐January to Mid‐April GrandCase comes alive for an evening with ablend of fine dining and streetentertainment, music and fun. GrandCase Boulevard is turned into apedestrian zone enabling hundreds ofvisitors to wander up and down at theirleisure and enjoy the dancing, theshows, the artisan stands and theexhibitions in the art galleries.

CarnivalPre‐carnival entertainment events starts in January, the first Sunday afterthe epiphany and continue with parades,concerts and shows until the culminatingday of Mardi Gras. Ash Wednesday withthe death of the Carnival King, KingVaval as the climax.

Heineken RegattaOver the last 30 years the HeinekenRegatta has developed a reputation for being a “Serious Fun” occasion.Passionate sailors get together for a week of merriment and diversion.World class yachtsmen race againstamateurs in a particularly friendly, sporty atmosphere. Every year over 200 boats compete, some with family‐style cruising yachts and others withracing prototypes!

Art lovers weekendAn original concept created by all artists, painters, sculptors of the islandto host two open houses of all Artgalleries.

Artists who do not have a gallery areinvited to gather in one place. A card isthen issued, indicating the thirty artgalleries. The visitors, according to theirdesires can go and meet local artists,some forty in total.

"Fish day" in Cul de sacA day specially dedicated to fish ingeneral. This event takes place in Cul de Sac. Educational booths showing thefamilies of fish are mixed in with stallsallowing to enjoy the many differentrecipes all day long with all kinds ofentertainment.

Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) isa multi destination nestled in the EasternCaribbean and is renowned for its diversityand the ability to offer all a home awayfrom home. On mainland Saint Vincentvisitors can experience eco – adventuresand are always mesmerised by the lushgreenery. This aspect of the tourismproduct is evident by climbing La.Soufriere, trekking through the VermontNature Trail and visiting the majesticwaterfalls.

Sailing the Grenadines allows you toexperience some of the best sailingwaters in the world, powdery whitesandy beaches which are complementedwith a visit to each of the GrenadineIslands. To enhance this, a visit to theTobago Cays National Marine Park is amust, and would indeed be theexperience of a lifetime. During this visit,you can swim with the turtles, have yourown private picnic on a beach of yourchoice, anchor your boat in tranquil bluewaters, and watch the sunset sippingyour favorite cocktail.

The richness of SVG is extended furtherto the fascinating marine life, whichprovides excellent visibility and is highlyrecommended for underwaterphotography. Diving in these watersgives one the opportunity to see tinycreatures, which are rare; no wonderSVG has earned the name “CritterCapital of the Caribbean”. A variety

Contact:St Vincent & The Grenadines Tourist Office

Telephone:020 7937 6570

Website:www.discoversvg.com

of dives can be done throughout SVG inconjunction with certified instructors.

In addition to the aforementioned, thestability of the country provides apositive climate for all who would like tocome on board and be part of thiswonder that is Saint Vincent and theGrenadines.

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CONFERENCE FACILITIESGrand View Beach HotelVillaCapacity: 3000 1 (784) 458‐4811Email: grandview@vincysurf.com

Grenadines HouseKingstown ParkCapacity: 7000 1 (784) 458‐1800Email: stay@grenadineshouse.com

Methodist Church HallGrenville St., KingstownCapacity: 275‐30000 1 (784) 457‐1989Email: kingchat@vincysurf.com

NISUpper Bay St., KingstownCapacity: 80 (conference room)80 (training room)00 1 (784) 456‐1514Email: nis@nissvg.org

Red CrossHalifax St.Capacity: 10000 1 (784) 456‐1888Email: svgredcross@vincysurf.com

Sunset Shores Beach HotelVillaCapacity: 100Email: sunshore@vincysurf.com

Young IslandYoung IslandCapacity: 4000 1 (784) 458‐4826Email: youngisland@vincysurf.com

Hotel AlexandrinaProspectCapacity: 10000 1 (784) 456‐9788Email: hotelalexandrina@aol.com

TelcomUpper Bay St., KingstownCapacity: 3000 1 (784) 456‐1223Email: office.telecom@mail.gov.vc

From bringing together the most powerfulleaders in the Western Hemisphere, tohosting the Commonwealth family ofnations and British royalty, Trinidad andTobago is reinventing the business ofmeetings in the Caribbean, deliveringvalue and memorable experiences.

The Trinidad & Tobago ConventionBureau is a one‐stop shop for meetingplanners seeking independentinformation and assistance on hostingevents in the Caribbean’s culture capital.Providing unbiased and professionaladvice and support, the ConventionBureau acts as a liaison betweenmeeting planners and hotels, touroperators, and its database of reputablesuppliers. Some of the major servicesoffered by the Bureau include welcomekits for delegates, information and

quotations from vendors, tours andspouse programmes, and conferencepublicity and delegate boosting.

What makes Trinidad &Tobago an attractive placeto hold a meeting orconference?Served by international airlines withdirect service to more destinations andconnection hubs than any other island in the Southern Caribbean, Trinidad andTobago affords easy access to keybusiness markets throughout the region,especially those in North America andEurope.

Trinidad’s modern Piarco InternationalAirport, one of the largest in theCaribbean, was recognised by the WorldTravel Awards as the Best Airport in theregion in 2007. The facility boasts anumber of services for the discerningbusiness traveller, including free WI‐FIinternet access, 24‐hour taxi service, anexecutive jet centre, 13 car rental

Meetings & Incentives in Trinidad & Tobago

Contact:Trinidad & Tobago Tourist Office

Telephone:0844 846 0812

Website:www.gotrinidadandtobago.com/trinidad/meetings

companies, a range of restaurants andduty‐free shopping on arrival anddeparture.

Hotels & ConferenceFacilitiesFor conference‐delegates the HyattRegency Trinidad is a welcome additionto the destination’s room stock withstate‐of‐the‐art meeting facilities. Itboasts 428 first‐class rooms andapproximately 43,000 square feet offlexible meeting space, which includes a 16,000‐square‐foot Grand Ballroom, a10,000‐square‐foot multipurpose facility,a full‐service restaurant, a lobby bar andlounge, a rooftop pool, and a 6,000‐square‐foot spa and fitness centre.

The Hilton Trinidad and ConferenceCentre has completely refurbished its418 rooms, along with the addition of abrand new 24‐hour Business Centre andExecutive Lounge. Its facilities have beenexpanded to include 40,200 square feetof meeting space. Just a few minutesaway is the luxurious Carlton Savannah,

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the latest addition to the city’saccommodation stock, and there alsoexists a wide range of smaller, moreintimate properties and charmingboutique hotels. The new NationalAcademy for the Performing Arts,positioned in the heart of the nation’scapital, is an architectural wonder and a viable alternative for meetings,conferences, and events.

The newly reopened Magdalena GrandBeach Resort in the tranquil sister isle of Tobago offers over 5500 square feet of meeting space, and 178 deluxe oceanfront king and double‐double rooms plus22 one and two bedroom suites withprivate Jacuzzis, all with breathtakingpanoramic views of the ocean.

Mixing business with pleasurePost‐business entertainment andattractions abound, with museums,historic sites, exciting nightlife fantasticshopping, and thrilling eco‐experienceslocated within close range of the capitalcity. By virtue of its ethnic mosaic,Trinidad & Tobago hosts a range ofcolourful festivals throughout the year.

Trinidad is home to the largest pre‐Lenten Carnival in the Caribbean, andalso to the Hindu festival of Divali, thelargest celebration of its kind outsideIndia. Emancipation Day celebrations alsooccur over a two‐week period in Augustand reflect the African influence onTrinidad and Tobago.

Both islands have a reputation forsumptuous, mouth‐watering culinaryfare, with the flavours of India, Africa,China, Syria and Europe combining tocreate a taste that is unique andrepresentative of the country’s ethnicdiversity.

To surpass the expectations and delightthe senses of delegates, the ConventionBureau can tailor activities to create theperfect pre and post event package, frombeach outings where participants samplelocal street cuisine, to rum tours at thefamous Angostura distillery wherevisitors are immersed in the history of the world renowned Angostura Bittersand intoxicating spirits.

Recent tours facilitated by the Bureauincluded a musical experience wheredelegates learned to play the steel pan,Trinidad and Tobago’s national

instrument, and an eco adventure deep ina tropical rainforest at the internationallyrecognised Asa Wright Nature Centre forbird watching and conservation.

Corporate RetreatsTobago, Trinidad’s sister island, is just a 25‐minute flight away and is thequintessential Caribbean hideaway withsecluded beaches, charming boutiquehotels, and award‐winning eco tourismexperiences. A perfect escape forcorporate retreats, incentives or pre‐andpost‐travel itineraries, on this pristineisland, one will find eco‐resorts andelegant villas, beautiful beaches andcolourful reefs. Tobago is also home to the oldest protected rainforest in theWestern Hemisphere, and numerousforts and historical sites reminiscent of the island’s history.

To learn more about Trinidad and Tobagoor planning a meeting or event in one of the Caribbean’s most excitingdestinations, contact the Trinidad andTobago Convention Bureau atconventionbureau@tdc.co.tt or visit our website: www.gotrinidadandtobago.com/trinidad/meetings

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The “Beautiful By Nature” Turks andCaicos Islands are a superb choice forMeetings and Incentives. Boasting amyriad of large hotels, fine restaurantsand superb transport links from Europe,Canada and North America, they are alsovery easily accessible. Groups can also getaway from it all on any one of ourluxurious private island resorts: MeridianClub, Pine Cay or Parrot Cay.

Team building opportunities in the Turksand Caicos Islands are endless and caninclude golf, biking, eco‐tours to see pinkflamingos in their natural habitat, scubadiving, kayaking, wakeboarding andhorse riding just to name a few.

In the Turks and Caicos Islands, theambience is probably one of the best forconsolidating existing projects or

ingeniously creating new ones.Encourage your team to think outsidethe box and thrive in our many indoorand outdoor options for gatherings.Whether your event is on an islandcruise, poolside at one of our manyresorts, or in one of the many state ofthe art meeting rooms at our resorts, inthe Turks and Caicos Islands, thepossibilities really are endless. Ourislands are clean, picturesque and quietand teeming with all the best sights,sounds and tastes to inspire you as youcultivate great ideas.

The main hotel choices for Meetings and Incentives in the Turks and CaicosIslands are The Seven Stars Resort, The Somerset, Beaches Turks and Caicos,The Sands at Grace Bay, The RegentPalms and Grace Bay Resorts. However,many of the other resorts are only toowilling to accommodate groups and canrearrange rooms, provide tents foroutdoor use and the like, with priornotice of specific requirements.

Contact:Turks & Caicos Islands Tourist Board

Telephone:020 7034 7845

Website:www.turksandcaicostourism.com

The Seven Stars Resort offersmeeting/function indoor space for up to 50 delegates and outdoor space for upto 250 delegates. There are also a varietyof meal and entertainment optionsavailable as well as top of the rangeaudio/visual equipment. www.sevenstarsgracebay.com

The Somerset, located on the beautifulGrace Bay Beach, offers a variety ofoptions for gatherings. Patrons canchose between the Infinity Edge PoolDeck which accommodates up to 200people, the Estate or Croquet Lawn,Trafalgar Terrace or the O’SoleilRestaurant. As well as providing a varietyof meal, photography, and audio visualequipment options, there are also manyentertainment choices too. Why notbring down the curtains on your specialevent in grand style with a fireworksdisplay? Further details on this and muchmore available atwww.thesomerset.com

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The All‐inclusive Beaches Resortoffers great meeting facilities and oneadvantage is that many of the servicesand amenities for incentive groups areusually included in one easy, up‐frontprice. Beaches Turks and Caicos meetingfacilities can accommodate up to 350delegates. The resort offers threeconference and banqueting rooms andthey all come equipped with retractablepartitions providing the opportunity tocombine all three rooms and offering aneven larger meeting area. The individualmeeting rooms are fully equipped with42’ flat screens, wireless internetconnection, video simulcast, retractableprojection screens, DVD, video, videorecording capabilities, lapel and cordlessmicrophone.www.beachesresorts.co.uk

The Sands at Grace Bay is the Turks & Caicos’ all‐suite, boutique meetingvenue. The conference room at theresort has recently been renovated and itoffers a 25’ x 35’ space and canaccommodate up to 60 persons. Yardsfrom the conference room, are threebeautiful free forming pools as well asthe “Best beach in the world”: Grace Bay

Beach, where participants can unwindduring breaks from meetings.Audiovisual services are also providedand Wi‐Fi is available at the resort. www.thesandstc.com

The Regent Palms, Turks and Caicosoffers meeting spaces for between 15and 150 guests. It is one of the longestestablished properties in the Turks andCaicos Islands. The Regent Palms offerstailor‐made requirements and provide a variety of gourmet catering options.Events can be held on the beachsidewooden deck which overlooks Grace BayBeach or in the elegant and timelessMessel Ballroom. Staff will coordinateevery detail ranging from entertainmentand business services to catering. www.regenthotels.com

Grace Bay Club, offers traditionalmeeting space in the form of thetraditional boardroom as well as openspaces within the property’s idyllicsetting. It can accommodate smallbusiness and incentive groups. Some of the options available for gatheringsinclude the terrace of the PenthouseSuites which overlooks the beautiful

turquoise waters of Grace Bay Beach,directly on the beachfront or around thewell‐lit pool. To support your meetingneeds, the business centre offers freehigh‐speed Internet access and is open24 hours. Audio‐visual equipmentincluding sound equipment, LCDprojector/video banner, projectionscreen, microphones, monitors and thelike are all available for use.Complimentary wireless Internet accessis available throughout the entire resort.www.gracebayresorts.com

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It’s no secret. Location is everything and planners looking for an unparalleleddestination will find plenty of choices in the U.S. Virgin Islands. The trio ofbreathtaking beauties – St. Croix, St. John,and St. Thomas – offer the perfect settingto enhance your meeting’s productivityand create just the right inspiration yourgroup will need.

Each of the islands are unique in theirofferings and cultural amenities.Whether planning for a group of CEOs or an incentive retreat with spouses andchildren in tow; knowledgeable meetingmanagers and enthusiastic destinationmanagement companies (DMCs) areavailable to supply the latest technologyand prepare creative itineraries. Venuesrange from impressive luxury resorts to

smaller intimate locations, and provide a professional atmosphere for businesswith an extensive list of off‐site locationsfor hosting functions.

Touchdown with nonstop service on most of the major carriers from a variety of U.S. gateways. Favourabletax incentives, global shipping optionsand the fact that U.S. citizens don’t need a passport enhance the appeal of thesespectacular islands.

With business out of the way, it’s time to indulge in the pleasures of thedestination, like our 18‐holechampionship golf courses on St. Croixand St. Thomas. Adventurous colleaguescan experience the thrill of yacht racing,hop aboard a wave runner, diveunfathomable depths, swim with theCaribbean’s only sea lions or feel thewarm trade winds on horseback. Formore stress‐free options, indulge insignature spa treatments, lounge on thedeck of a catamaran or revel in the

Contact:U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism

Telephone:00 1 340 774 8784

Website:www.VisitUSVI.com

unmistakable splendour of our awesomebeaches. Remember to carve out sometime for a shopping excursion. With a$1,600 duty‐free allowance anddiscounts of 20‐40% on coveted items,you can take home something foreveryone on your gift list.

1. Stunning Natural Beauty & Appealing ClimateThe U.S. Virgin Islands is one of the mostnaturally beautiful places in the world.Our white sand beaches with clear bluewaters consistently rank among the topin the world. The islands also boast oneof the most favourable climates with anaverage temperature of 77 degreesfahrenheit in the winter and 82 degreesfahrenheit in the summer. Steady tradewinds keep the islands comfortably coolyear round.

2. U.S. DestinationThe U.S. Virgin Islands has all of thebeauty of the Caribbean with all of the

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convenience of the United States.English is the official language, thecurrency is the dollar and the voltage is the same as on the mainland. Best ofall, passports are not required for U.S.citizens visiting the U.S. Virgin Islands.There are daily non‐stop flights fromNew York, Newark, Philadelphia,Charlotte, Atlanta and Miami as well as seasonal flights from Boston.Connecting service from Chicago, LosAngeles, Dallas and other major cities is also available. For non‐US citizens,please log on to www.cbp.gov for themost up to date information on travelrequirements.

3. World‐Class Hotels & VenuesYou will find world‐class hotels andspecial event venues throughout the U.S Virgin Islands. From qualityaccommodations, and state‐of‐the‐artequipment to fine restaurants andunique event facilities, you will find all that you need for a memorableexperience. Professional on‐islanddestination management companies will take care of every detail to ensure a successful event.

4. Exciting Attractions & Duty‐Free ShoppingVisitors marvel at the multitude ofactivities and attractions available in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Golf, snorkeling,scuba diving, sailing, hiking, horsebackriding and sightseeing are just a few ofthe many ways to have fun. Shopperswill enjoy the $1600 duty‐free allowanceon all items purchased in the U.S. VirginIslands. Electronics, liquor, fine linens,jewellery, perfumes and local art areamong the many high quality items you will find here.

5. Multi‐Island Experience The U.S. Virgin Islands each have theirown distinct character and personality so why not experience them all! Visitors can easily take a day‐trip to aneighbouring island by boat or seaplaneto explore the unique sights of eachisland.

Each of our three major islands has aunique character all of its own. St. Croix’sDanish influence is perfect for visitorswho prefer a laid‐back experience. Thehistoric towns of Frederiksted andChristiansted offer quaint shops,

charming pastel buildings and refreshingcultural diversity. From horseback ridingnear 18th‐century sugar mills to playinggolf on one of the island’s three scenicgolf courses, you’re sure to findsomething to suit your tastes.

Two‐thirds of St. John is a national park. Its comfortable pace is perfect forenjoying the island’s world‐renownedbeaches such as Trunk Bay, CinnamonBay and Salt Pond Bay. A nature lover’sfavourite, St. John offers hiking,camping, specialty shopping andbreathtaking views. If you take just a few hours to visit this island, you’ll find it well worth the trip.

St. Thomas boasts one of the mostbeautiful harbours in the world. As themost visited port in the Caribbean,downtown Charlotte Amalie offerselegant dining, exciting nightlife, duty‐free shopping and even submarine rides.Though it’s full of energy, especially inCharlotte Amalie, this island alsopossesses numerous sublime naturalsplendours, such as stunning views of the Caribbean from 1,500 feet above sea level.

The beautifully picturesque country ofVenezuela has a wonderful variety ofsettings to tempt visitors; sunnyCaribbean beaches, magnificent mountainranges, deserts and sand dunes, tropicalrainforests and even the highest waterfallin the world. Here you will find a land fullof marvellous natural treasures andboasting a rich and diverse heritage, all of which combine to offer a truly uniqueexperience. Visitors to Venezuela willdiscover a country with a proud sense of customs and culture and a strong arts,theatre and musical heritage which drawson many influences, both traditional andcontemporary. The warmth of theVenezuelan people combined with asuperb natural back‐drop combine tomake it an ideal venue for corporate

meetings and events, with excellentexecutive conference facilities tocomfortably accommodate a large variety of functions.

The Hilton Embassy Suites Hotellocated in the heart of the financialdistrict of Caracas is an ultra‐modernhotel offering exceptional levels ofservice. The hotel has received the 2013TripAdvisor Certificate of ExcellenceAward ‐ an honour awarded toestablishments that achieve outstandingtraveller reviews. The staff take greatpride in consistently offering anexceptional experience to guests,whether it be relaxing in the tropicalopen‐air atrium, savouringmouthwatering local and internationalspecialty dishes at the Atrium Café ormelting away stresses in the pool andwhirlpool spa. The hotel is perfectlyplaced to deal with a variety of events,from important business meetings tosomething more extravagant like astunning wedding reception. Conference

Contact:Venezuela Tourist Department

Telephone:020 7584 4206

Website:www.venezuelaturismo.gob.ve

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and event organisers can choose fromover 15 different venues within the hotel,including the impressive Diplomatmeeting room which has over 2,250 sq.feet of space and caters for up to 300people. Wi‐Fi access is readily availableand the complimentary Business Centrewith its secretarial, fax, copying andprinting services is also available to allowguests to stay connected to the office,reinforcing the hotel’s reputation as a leading centre for meetings andconferences in Venezuela.

For the truly quintessential corporatehotel experience, The Hotel CristinaSuites based in the renowned northerncoast tourist destination of Puerto La Cruz is the ideal choice. The city is the gateway to the best beaches of Anzoátegui and Sucre and theunparalleled beauty of the nearbyMochima National Park with itsmultitude of charming islands andbeaches, where coral reefs, caves andthermals are all waiting to be explored.Corporate guests at the hotel will enjoythe spacious and luxurious rooms and

close personal attention from the warmand hospitable staff. The impressiveZalacain Restaurant provides excellentcuisine and visitors are encouraged tomake use of the sauna, salon andgymnasium. For the business visitor theHotel Christina has extensive experiencein the management of various eventsfrom conventions and meetings to socialevents for up to 300 people, making it an ideal choice whether it is for abusiness trip or a corporate occasion. It offers 5 elegant meeting rooms, allfully equipped with the latest audio‐visual technology. Corporate guests are also provided with an excellentchoice of snacks, buffets and banquets,ensuring that the experience is a trulymemorable one.

The Caracas Palace Hotel is one of the most luxurious hotels in Caracas,offering the perfect location across Plaza Altamira in the fashionableAltamira district, in the heart of the city’sleading commercial and residential area.Impeccable and well‐appointed guestrooms offer superb views of the plaza

and the city surroundings. Guests areencouraged to make use of theenergising Spa Amanon, health andfitness club, beauty salon and the indoorand outdoor pools. Excellent dining canbe enjoyed at the hotel’s ZeusRestaurant. For the corporate guest thehotel offers an extensive number of well‐designed meeting rooms, including theimpressive Caracas Salon which has over5,000 sq. feet of space and caters for upto 500 people. For a more informalmeeting, the Executive Suites offer anideal alternative, being extremely wellsuited with desks and separate seatingareas with sofas for a more relaxedenvironment. The Hotel’s 24 hourbusiness centre is run by friendly andattentive staff and provides fax,translation, printing and copyingservices, as well as computerworkstations with high speed internetconnection and three small meetingrooms, reinforcing the hotel’s reputationas a leading destination for thecorporate traveller.

ANGUILLA

Bennies Travel & ToursT: 001 (264) 497-2728bennies@anguillanet.comwww.benniesltd.com

Blue Sea AnguillaT: 001 (264) 235-2583blueseaanguilla@yahoo.comwww.blueseaanguilla.com

Malliouhana Tours & TravelT: 001 (264) 497-2731/2349mtt@anguillanet.comwww.malliouhanatravel.com

ANTIGUA & BARBUDA

Alexander Parrish (Antigua) LtdT: 001 (268) 462-0638apal@candw.agwww.apalantigua.com

Antigua European Travel ServicesT: 001 (268) 461-2986scherpingh@candw.agwww.antiguaeuropeantravelservice.com

Antigua Vacations LtdT: 001 (268) 463-8959antvacation@candw.ag

BO Tours T: 001 (268) 462-6632botours@candw.agwww.botours.net

CaribrepT: 001 (268) 462-0818info@caribrepvillas.comwww.caribrepvillas.com

Carib World TravelT: 001 (268) 460-6103info@carib-world.comwww.caribworldtravel.com

Coral Island Trading Company LtdT: 001 (268) 460-5625coralisland@candw.ag

Destination Antigua LtdT: 001 (268) 463-1944labarrielc@candw.agwww.destinationantigua.com

International Travel Consultants LtdT: 001 (268) 462-9781itc@candw.ag

Kiskidee ToursT: 001 (268) 462-4801kiskidee@candw.ag

National Tours & Services T: 001 (268) 462-7979nationaltours@candw.ag www.nationaltoursandservices.com

St. James Travel & Tours LtdT: 001 (268) 562-2192antigua@stjamesgroup.comwww.stjamesgroup.com

Suntours CaribbeanT: 001 (268) 462-4788reservations@suntourscaribbean.comwww.suntourscaribbean.com

Wadadli Travel & Tours LtdT: 001 (268) 462-2227/8wadadtrv@candw.ag www.wadadlitravelandtours.com

X.O. Tours LtdT: 001 (268) 460-4801xotours@candw.ag

BAHAMAS

Bahamas Experience ToursT: 001 (242) 397-5000info@bahamasexperiencetours.comwww.bahamasexperiencetours.com

Bahama FantasiesT: 001 (242) 677-2622/3victorine@bahamafantasies.netwww.bahamafantasies.net

Cacique InternationalT: 001 (242) 377-7700sales@caciqueintl.comwww.caciqueintl.com

Dan Knowles ToursT: 001 (242) 393-2220info@danknowlestours.comwww.danknowlestours.com

Island Destination ServicesT: 001 (242) 326-6331info@islanddmc.comwww.islanddmc.com

Caribbean Destination Management Companies

Majestic ToursT: 001 (242) 322-2606kingdom@majesticholidays.comwww.majesticholidays.com

Paragon EventsT: 001 (561) 243-3073info@paragon-events.com www.paragon-group.com

BARBADOS

Barefoot Meetings & Incentives IncT: 001 (246) 228-8669info@barefootmi.comwww.barefootmi.com

Caribbean Dynamics/Islands in the Sun LtdT: 001 (246) 423-3706caribdyn@gmail.com

Elegant ResortsT: 001 (246) 432-8925barbadosoffice@elegantresorts.co.ukwww.elegantresorts.co.uk

Facilitators Unlimited IncT: 001 (246) 434-1111facilitators@sunbeach.netwww.facilitatorsunlimited.com

Foster & Ince Cruise ServicesT: 001 (246) 431-8915cruzserv@foster-ince.comwww.foster-ince.com

Goddards Destination Management CompanyT: 001 (246) 426-9918nicki.king@thegelgroup.comwww.goddardsshipping.com

Journeys Thru ParadiseT: 001 (246) 424-5373info@journeysthruparadise.comwww.journeysthruparadise.com

St. James Travel & Tours Ltd.T: 001 (246) 432-0774andrea.quinnward@stjamesgroup.comwww.stjtt.com

Sunlinc BarbadosT: 001 (246) 436-1710jaana.kuntonen@sunlinc.netwww.sunlinc.net

Suntours CaribbeanT: 001 (246) 434-8460allan@suntourscaribbean.comwww.suntourscaribbean.com

West Indian International ToursT: 001 (246) 435-7051titti@wiit.netwww.wiit.net

BELIZE

Belize ExpeditionsT: 00 (501) 670-7172expeditions@bzexpeditions.comwww.bzexpeditions.com

Discovery Expeditions BelizeT: 00 (501) 761-0748info@discoverybelize.comwww.discoverybelize.com

Ian Anderson’s Caves BranchT: 00 (501) 610-3451info@cavesbranch.comwww.cavesbranch.com

Pelican Beach

T: 00 (501) 522-2044sales@pelicanbeachbelize.comwww.pelicanbeachbelize.com

S&L Travel ToursT: 00 (501) 227-7593sltravel@btl.netwww.sltravelbelize.com

Splash Dive (Dive Company)T: 00 (501) 523-3058reservations.splashbelize@gmail.comwww.splashbelize.com

BERMUDA

Discover BermudaT: 001 (441) 239-6688info@discoverbermudadmc.comwww.discoverbermudadmc.webdestin.net

Thinking Of BermudaT: 001 (561) 674-1834info@thinkingofbermuda.comwww.thinkingofbermuda.com

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BONAIRE

Bonaire Tours & Vacations T: 00 (599) 717-8778info@BonaireTours.comwww.bonairetours.com

Tropical Travel BonaireT: 00 (599) 701-1232info@tropicaltravelbonaire.comwww.tropicaltravelbonaire.com

THE BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS

Romasco Group of CompaniesT: 001 (284) 494-2872jnewlingward@romascogroup.comwww.romascogroup.com

Royal Concierge ServicesT: 001 (284) 543-6518royal.concierge@yahoo.comwww.bvidestinationmanagement.com

CAYMAN ISLANDS

Cayman Destination Management ServicesT: 001 (345) 745-8107cdms@candw.kywww.cdms.ky

CelebrationsT: 001 (345) 949-2044joanne_brown@celebrationsltd.comwww.celebrationsltd.com

Majestic ToursT: 001 (345) 949-7773majtours@candw.ky www.majestic-tours.com

Red Sail SportsT: 001 (345) 945-5965info@redsailcayman.comwww.redsailcayman.com

Tropicana Tours LtdT: 001 (345) 949-0944admin@tropicana-tours.comwww.tropicana-tours.com

CUBA

Cubanacan GroupT: 00 (537) 833-4090 ext 258directora.mercado3@avc.vin.tur.cuwww.cubanacan.cu

CubaturT: 00 (537) 836-2259dircomercial@cmatriz.cbt.tur.cuwww.cubatur.cu

Gaviota ToursT: 00 (537) 204-7526dir_ventas@kohly.gav.tur.cuwww.gaviota-grupo.com

Havanatour UKT: 01707 646-463silviap@havanatour.co.ukwww.havanatour.co.uk

MarysolT: 00 (537) 214-4999info@marysoltravel.comwww.marysoltravel.com

CURAÇAO

Business SerenityT: 00 (5999) 738-9300trips@business-serenity.comwww.serenity-trips.com

Curaçao Tropical ToursT: 00 (5999) 888-1519info@tropicaltourscuracao.comwww.tropicaltourscuracao.com

Destination CuraçaoT: 00 (5999) 463-6178info@destination-curacao.comwww.destination-curacao.com

Does Travel & Cadushi ToursT: 00 (5999) 461-1626martin.does@doescadushi.comwww.doescadushi.com

Eco Destination Management CuraçaoT: 00 (5999) 521-2921info@ecodmscuracao.comwww.ecodms.com

Fiesta Tours N.V.T: 00 (5999) 461-8838info@fiestatourscuracao.comwww.fiestatourscuracao.com

FunbiniT: 00 (5999)738-9559management@fb-tt.comwww.funbini.com

Taber ToursT: 00 (5999) 868-7012info@tabertours.comwww.tabertours.com

Touracao Tourism ServicesT: 00 (5999)690-4611Danielle@touracao.comwww.touracao.com

Yellow Tourism Solutions N.VT: 00 (5999) 562-4895groups@tourism-curacao.comwww.tourism-curacao.com

DOMINICA

Decide on DominicaT: 001 (767) 255-1104pamela.richards@whitchurch.com

Dominica ToursT: 001 (767) 448-2638md@anchoragehotel.dmwww.experience-dominica.com

WRAVE (Wacky Rollers) LtdT: 001 (767) 449-8276wackyrollers@yahoo.comwww.wackyrollers.com

GRENADA

Caribbean Horizon ToursT: 001 (473) 444-3944info@caribbeanhorizons.comwww.caribbeanhorizons.com

Mandoo ToursT: 001 (473) 330-1482mandoo@grenadatours.comwww.grenadatours.com

St James Travel & ToursT: 001 (473) 439 2828grenada@stjamesgroup.comstjamesgroup.com

Sunsation ToursT: 001 (473) 334-1594qkspice@spiceisle.comwww.grenadasunsation.com

GUADELOUPE

BAGAGE PLUS T: 00590 (0)5 90 93 60 91 bagageplus@wanadoo.frwww.bagageplus.com

CaraÏbes Access Escapade

T: 00590 (0)5 90 41 40 15caraibes.access.escapade@wanadoo.fr

Carib Holidays T: 00590 (0)5 90 85 08 50groupes@caribholidays.frwww.caribholidays.fr

Carib Recept T: 00590 (0)5 90 21 12 53 guadeloupe@caribrecept.comwww.caribrecept.com

CHADEKT: (0033) 590-900-118 chadek@orange.fr

Evasion & Loisirs Tours T: 00590 (0)5 90 88 19 80 marius.voyages@wanadoo.frwww.marius-voyages.com

Gwada Archipel Voyages T: 00590 (0)5 90 21 52 66 gwadarchipelvoyages@orange.fr

Karukera Tours T: 00590 (0)5 90 21 71 74 contact@karukeratours.com

Passion Outremer T: 00590 (0)5 90 47 17 17 christophe@passion-outremer.comwww.passion-outremer.com

GUYANA

Bushmasters LtdT: 00 (592) 682-4175amazon@bushmasters.co.ukwww.bushmasters.co.uk

Dagron Tours InternationalT: 00 (592) 223-7921reservations@dagron-tours.comwww.dagron-tours.com

Evergreen Adventures IncT: 00 (592) 222-8050 eservations@evergreenadventuresgy.comwww.evergreenadventuresgy.com

GuyBraz ToursT: 00 (592) 219-3944guyanabraziltours@gmail.com

Old Fort Tours, Resort & Boat CharterT: 00 (592) 260-4536camilleboodhoo@gmail.comwww.angcamgy.com

Rainforest ToursT: 00 (592) 231-5661rainforesttours@gmail.comwww.rftours.com

Roraima ToursT: 00 (592) 225-9648ral@roraimaairways.comroraimaairways.com

Wilderness ExplorersT: 00 (592) 227-7698info@wilderness-explorers.comwww.wilderness-explorers.com

HAITI

Agence CitadelleT: 00 (509) 2940-5900info@agencecitadelle.comwww.agencecitadelle.com

Tour HaitiT: 00 (509) 2813-2223info@tourhaiti.net www.tourhaiti.net

UniglobeT: 00 (509) 2941-0742uniglobepv@yahoo.fr

Voyages LumièreT: 00 (509) 4805-8289voyageslumierehaiti@gmail.comwww.voyageslumiere.com

JAMAICA

Amstar Destination Management CompanyT: 001 (876) 971-9887rfp@amstardmc.comwww.amstardmc.com

Best Travel LtdT: 001 (876) 974-0653info@besttravelltd.comwww.besttravelltd.com

Budget ToursT: 001 (876) 952-0400sales@budgettoursjamaica.comwww.budgettoursjamaica.com

Caribbean World EnterprisesT: 001 (876) 952-0400sales01@caribbeanworldvacations.comwww.caribbeanworldvacations.com

Caribic Vacations Ltd.T: 001 (876) 953- 9878-9info@caribicvacations.comwww.caribicvacations.com

DaVinci Jamaica VacationsT: 001 (876) 924-6940info@davincijamaica.comwww.davincijamaica.com

Glamour Transport and Tours Company LimitedT: 001 (876) 953-3810 info@glamourdmc.comwww.glamourdmc.com

Great Vacations (CA) LimitedT: 001 (876) 383-8730 charrison@greatvac.comwww.greatvac.com

Holiday Services Ltd.T: 001 (876) 953-2638reservations@holiday-services.comwww.holiday-services.com

Jam Venture LtdT: 001 (876) 927-4736jamventure@yahoo.comwww.jamventuretours.com

Jamaica Tours LimitedT: 001 (876) 953-3700 Ext 252jtlgroups@jamaicatoursltd.comwww.jamaicatoursltd.com >>

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Juta Montego Bay LimitedT: 001 (876) 952-0813info@jutatoursltd.comwww.jutatours.info

Leisure for Pleasure HolidaysT: 001 (876) 924-7027leisureholidaysja@gmail.comwww.leisurejamaica.com

Tourwise LtdT: 001 (876) 974-2323tourwisesales@gmail.comwww.tourwiseltd.com

Tropical Tours Ltd.T: 001 (876) 952-0400sales01@caribbeanwolrldvacations.comwww.caribbeanworldvacations.com

LA MARTINIQUE

Arc en cielgroups@arcenciel-voyages.com

AVS Voyages/CAMAavsvoyages@wanadoo.fr

Carib recept/ Carib congresstblanc@caribrecept.com

Onyx TravelT: 00 (0118) 947 2830information@onyxtravel.co.ukwww.onyxtravel.co.uk

Passion outremer Antillesmaxime@passion-outremer.comwww.passion-outremer.com

Voyages Tour Aventuressmagee@nouvelles-frontieres.com

MONTSERRAT

RTT Travel & ToursT: 001 (664) 491 4788rtttraveltours@hotmail.comwww.rtttravelandtours.com

Runaway Travel, Ltd.T: 001 (664) 491 2776runaway@candw.ms

NEVIS

Destination Solutions LtdT: 001 (869) 465-3416services@destinationsolutionsskn.comwww.destinationsolutionsskn.com

Sunlinc - St. Kitts & NevisT: 001 (869) 465-9608stkittsnevis@sunlinc.netwww.sunlinc.net

PUERTO RICO

AAA Island ToursT: 001 (787) 793-3688ventas@aaaislandtours.comwww.aaaislandtours.com

Beyond PerformanceT: 001 (954) 989-1308info@beyondperformance.comwww.beyondperformance.com

Dragonfly AdventuresT: 001 (787) 889-7430yolanda@wizardstudioscaribbean.comwww.dragonflyadventurespr.com

Pop Corn ToursT: 001 (787) 765-1776bnieves@popcorntours.comwww.pct.travel

Rico Sun Tours (RST)T: 001 (787) 722-2080sales@rstpuertorico.comwww.rstpuertorico.com

Travel ServicesT: 001 (787) 982-1200info@destinationpuertorico.comwww.destinationpuertorico.com

ST EUSTATIUS

Island Reps N.V.T: 00 (599) 545-2392info@islandrepssxm.comwww.islandrepssxm.com

ST KITTS

Caribbean Journey MastersT: 001 (869) 466-8110info@caribbeanjourneymasters.comwww.caribbeanjourneymasters.com

Destination Solutions LtdT: 001 (869) 465-3416services@destinationsolutionsskn.comwww.destinationsolutionsskn.com

KantoursT: 001 (869) 465-3141ksimmonds@kantours.comwww.kantours.com

SunlincT: 001 (869) 465-9608sandi.english@sunlinc.netwww.sunlinc.net

TDC Flamboyant Tours LtdT: 001 (869) 465-6170flamtours@sisterisles.knwww.tdclimited.com

Tropical Tours LtdT: 001 (869) 465-4167kisco@sisterisles.knwww.tropicalstkitts-nevis.com

SAINT LUCIA

Barefoot HolidaysT: 001 (758) 450-0507Barefoot@candw.lcwww.barefootholidaystlucia.com

Caribtravel LtdT: 001 (758) 452-2151Hermina.Danzie@caribtravelltd.comwww.caribtravelltd.com

Cox & Co LtdT: 001 (758) 452-2211tourism-ops@coxcoltd.comwww.coxcoltd.com

Piton Travel & Tours St Lucia T: 001 (758) 450 1487pta@candw.lcwww.pitons-travel.com

Solar Tours & TravelT: 001 (758) 452-5898solartours@candw.lcwww.solartoursandtravel.com

Spice Travel Limited T: 001 (758) 452-0866casalucia@candw.lcwww.spicetravelstlucia.com

St Lucia RepresentativesT: 001 (758) 452-8232dutyoffice@stluciareps.comwww.stluciareps.com

Suntours Caribbean (CWTS)T: 001 (758) 458-0473suntours@candw.lcwww.suntourscaribbean.com

TAM’s Travel T: 001 (758) 450-3730malcolm.alcee@gmail.comwww.tamtravel.com

The Exécutive Club T: 001 (758) 452-9696tropicalholidays@candw.lcwww.stluciaexecutive.com

The Travel Boutique Inc.T: 001 (758) 451-6364judy@stlucia-travelboutique.comwww.the-travel-boutique.com

Travel Concepts IncorporatedT: 001 (758) 458-2243tci@candw.lcwww.travelconceptsstlucia.com

ST MAARTEN

East Caribbean DMCT: 001 (599) 523-1941eastcaribbeandmc@gmail.com

Elle-Si-Belle T: 001 (599) 544-4954ellesibelle_1991@yahoo.com

Island Reps N.V.T: 001 (599) 545-2392info@islandrepssxm.comwww.islandrepssxm.com

SAINT MARTIN

Rising Sun ToursTel: 00 (590) 871-422ali@risingsuntours.comwww.risingsuntours.com

ST VINCENT AND THE GRENADINES

Eagles TravelT: 001 (784) 458-8179united_travel_services@hotmail.com

Going Places Travel Co.T: 001 (784) 457-1841stvincent@going-places.tvwww.going-places.tv

Grenadine Travel Co. LtdT: 001 (784) 458-3795gtvl14@hotmail.com

Irie Travel ServicesT: 001 (784) 451-2003irietravel@vincysurf.com

Rainbow Travel ServicesT: 001 (784) 482-0238 >>

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Amber Rolle · Marketing DirectorWRAVE LTD. Tel: 767-440-4FUN (4386) Mobile: 767-616-8276

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See us first for all your vacation,wedding, honeymoon and businesstravel. We offer Airport transfers, VIP Meet & Greet Services, Hotels,Caribbean Packages, Guides & Representative services.

Tourwise Limited(Destination Management Company)103 Main Street, Ocho Rios, St. Ann, Jamaica W.I.Tel: (876) 974 2323 / 2344 (Ext. 235)Mobile: (876) 877 6689 · Fax: (876) 974 5362tourwisesales@gmail.com / sales@tourwiseltd.comwww.tourwise.org

COX & COMPANY LTD.ST. LUCIA’S LEADING TOUR & TRAVEL OPERATOR

We are an award winning company established in 1926. Our intimate knowledge of St.Lucia, buying power and innovativestaff, guarantees delivery of an authentic, destination experience

to meet your program’s needs and budget.

P.O. Box 88, Vide Boutielle Highway, Castries, St. Lucia.Tel: 758-456-5000 · www.coxcoltd.com

Established since 1990 Pitons Travel Agency & Tours Ltd specialize in the handling of French clients on the island and are the representative for all the major

French tour operators.

Other services are: Shore Excursion & Cruise Ships Agent,Sight-Seeing Tours, Airport Transfers, Accommodations,

Hotel Reservations for Individuals & Groups, Incentive GroupProgrammes, Meeting & Conference, Meet and greet services,

Car Rental, Complete Wedding Arrangements.

Ground Handler DMC – Tour Operator in St.Lucia since 1990P.O. Box 1763 CASTRIES ST LUCIA West IndiesTel: 758 450 1487 · Fax: 758 452 0384e-mail: pta@candw.lc · www.pitons-travel.com

Our Services Include:Destination Planning · Airport Meet and Greet · Representative Service (Multilingual: English,French, Spanish, Italian, German, Russian, Chinese and Sign Lanuage) · Airport-HotelTransfers · Hotel-Airport Transfers · Hotel Visitations · Total Ground Handling · LimousineService · Day Tours to Neighbouring Islands · Cruise Ship Services

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Tel: 1-(268) 462 7979, 1-(718) 701 3286 (U.S.), Fax: 1-(268) 462 7978Email: nationaltours@candw.ag / info@nationaltoursandservices.com

www.nationaltoursandservices.com

National Tours & Services Antigua

“Your DMC in the Eastern Caribbean”Transfers · Excursions

Accommodation · Themed EventsFlights · Groups & Incentives Weddings · Shore Excursions

Car Rental

West Indian International ToursWorthing Main Road,

Christ Church, Barbados, W.I.1 (246) 435 7051

UK: +44 189 257 6568reservations@wiit.net

www.wiit.net

Goddards Destination Management CompanyGoddards Complex, Fontabelle, St. MichaelBarbados, W.I. BB11149

Tel: +1-246-426-9918gst.tours@thegelgroup.comwww.goddardsshipping.com

For creative and efficientIncentive andConferencePlanningcontact us at:

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Travel & Tours LtdT: 001 (784) 456-2572travelandtours@vincysurf.com

Vincy Air Travel AgencyT: 001 (784) 451-2294vincyair@vincysurf.comwww.vincyaviation.com

Universal Travel Ltd T: 001 (784) 457-2779utl@vincysurf.comwww.utlsvg.com

TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO

AD Travel LimitedT: 001 (868) 487-0572asalandy@incentiveandmore.comwww.incentiveandmore.com

Banwari ExperienceT: 001 (868) 675-1619banwari@tstt.net.ttwww.banwari.com

Caribbean Discovery ToursT: 001 (868) 624-7281caribbeandiscoverytours@yahoo.comwww.caribbeandiscoverytours.com

Classic Tours & TravelT: 001 (868) 639-9891infoclassictoursltd@tstt.net.ttwww.classictoursltd.com

Island ExperiencesT: 001 (868) 621-0407admin@islandexperiencestt.comwww.islandexperiencestt.com

Yes TourismT: 001 (868) 357-0062reservations@yes-tourism.comwww.yes-tourism.com

TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS

Marco TravelT: 001 (649) 946-4393marco.travel@tciway.tcwww.marcotravel.tc

Nila Destinations LtdT: 001 (649) 231-3986nila@niladestinations.com www.nilavacations.com

Olympia Destination Management Company T: 001 (649) 946-4000Caesar@olympiadmc.com www.olympiadmc.com

Tropical DMCT: 001 (403) 668-0739tbrunner@tropicaldmc.comwww.tropicaldmc.com

US VIRGIN ISLANDS

Caribbean Tour ServicesT: 001 (340) 776-3650cts@islands.viwww.caribbeantourservices.com

Caribbean Travel & Tropic Tourstransfers@tropictoursusvi.comwww.tropictoursusvi.com

Island MagicT: 001 (340) 775-7292magicplace@hotmail.com

Island Meetings & IncentivesT: 001 (340) 779-2755judi@imi.vi www.imivi.com

Premier Destination Services, LLCT: 001 (340) 714-1737thoffman@premierdestinationservices.netwww.premierdestinationservices.net

Resort Adventure CentersT: 001 (340) 774-2992adventuretours@islands.vi www.adventurecenters.net

St. Croix Safari ToursT: 001 (340) 773-6700stcroixsafaritours@gmail.comwww.gotostcroix.com

Sun CelebrationsT: 001 (340) 244-6854info@suncelebrations.comwww.suncelebrations.com

ValeventsT: 001 (340) 774-9949valerie.peters@valevents.comwww.valevents.com

VENEZUELA

AlboradaT: 00 (212) 263-1820info@alboradavenezuela.comwww.alboradavenezuela.com

Condor VerdeT: 00 (212) 975-4306venezuela@condorverdetravel.comwww.condorverdetravel.com

Delfino ToursT: 00 (212) 285-8348marketing@delfinotours.comwww.delfinotours.com

Grupo Maloka T: 00 (295) 267-1724grupos@malokatours.comwww.malokatours.com

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Call 44 (0) 208 339 6888Classic Hideaways

or visit us atwww.jademountain.com

A cornucopia of organic architecture in celebration of one of nature’s most alluring settings

At the Inn at English Harbour history andrelaxation meet. Guests swing idly in hammocksengrossed in Henning Mankell’s latest Nordic tale, or snorkel over the nearby reef or explorehistorical Nelson’s Dockyard just minutes away by water taxi. Competitive Ocean Yacht racing is available as are 18 holes of Championship Golf at the Cedar Valley course.

The Inn has just 28 rooms and suites either set bythe water’s edge or in lush tropical fauna making it ideal for incentives and buyouts. Daytime diningis water-side whereas dinner is served under thestars at the Terrace Restaurant after pre dinnercocktails in the Stone Bar.

Activities include:

z Laser sailing, snorkelling and kayaking

z Scuba and water skiing available nearby

z Floodlit tennis

z Essential Fitness Room

z Boutique Spa

For information about the Inn including reserving a room or the whole hotel, please contact:

David Pollard on 44 (0) 208 339 6888 ordavid.pollard@eagletravelmarketing.co.uk or visit: www.theinn.ag

The Inn at English Harbourantigua

AIRLINES

Air EuropaT: 0871 423 0717www.aireuropa.com

British AirwaysT: 0844 493 0787www.ba.com/caribbean

Caribbean AirlinesT: 0870 774 7336www.caribbean-airlines.com

LIATT: 001 268 480 5601/2www.liat.com

Virgin Atlantic AirwaysT: 0844 874 7747www.virgin-atlantic.com

CRUISE LINES

Fred.Olsen Cruise LinesT: 0800 0355 150www.fredolsencruises.com

Carnival Cruise LinesT: 0845 3510556www.carnival.co.uk

Royal Caribbean International0844 4934005www.royalcaribbean.co.uk

HOTELS & ACCOMMODATION

Advantage Management Group LtdT: 020 8487 9881www.amgltd.biz

Axis Travel MarketingT: 020 8686 2300www.axistravelmarketing.com

Barceló Hotels & ResortsT: 00 34 902 101001www.barcelo.com

Bespoke Travel MarketingT: 0843 289 0246www.bespoketravelmarketing.com

Boucan by Hotel ChocolatT: 00 1 758 572 9600www.hotelchocolat.com/boucan

Canouan IslandT: 001 784 458 8000www.canouan.com

Cara Hotel Marketing LtdT: 020 8545 2680www.carahotelmarketing.com

Caribbean Collection (The)T: 01372 475783E: lynng@thecaribbeancollection.co.uk

Clear Marketing InternationalT: 0845 217 7844www.clear-marketing.com

Cotton House, MustiqueT: 00 33 6 52 93 07 85www.cottonhouse.net

Elegant Hotels Group (Barbados)T: 0800 917 3534 (Free Phone)www.eleganthotels.com

Escape Marketing Services LimitedT: 020 7183 5058www.escapemarketing.net

Essential DetailT: 020 8977 6099www.essentialdetail.co.uk

Fairmont RafflesHotels InternationalT: 0845 071 0153www.fairmont.com

Group PromotionsT: 01582 792 260www.group-promotions.com

Half Moon, A RockResortT: 001 876 953 2211www.halfmoon.rockresorts.com

Harlequin Hotels & ResortsT: 01268 242 463www.harlequinhotelsandresorts.com

Hilton WorldwideT: 020 7856 8235www.hiltonworldwide.com

Jolly Beach Resort & SpaT: 020 3239 4822www.jollybeachresort.com

Kerzner International ResortsT: 01753 899 800www.kerzner.com

MRI Ltd/rex resortsT: 020 8741 5333www.rexresorts.com

Marriott Hotels International LtdT: 020 7012 7000www.marriott.com

Petit St VincentT: 01829 730805www.petitstvincent.com

Resort Marketing International LtdT: 01245 459 900www.resort-marketing.co.uk

Caribbean Tourism Organization (UK) MembersAIRLINES, CRUISE LINES, HOTELS/REPRESENTATION AND TOUR OPERATORS

Sandals & Beaches ResortsT: 020 7590 0228www.sandals.co.uk

Sirenis Hotels & ResortsT: 00 34 971 31 25 12www.sirenishotels.com

Sunrise MarketingT: 0845 5196 766www.sunrisemarketing.co.uk

SuperClubsT: 01934 740 467www.breezes.com

ONLINE

The Definitive Caribbean GuideE: enquiries@definitivecaribbean.com

Hitched.co.ukT: 0844 880 0011www.hitched.co.uk

Responsibletravel.com LtdT: 01273 823700www.responsibletravel.com

TOUR OPERATORS

British Airways HolidaysT: 0844 493 0787www.ba.com/caribbean

Complete CaribbeanT: 01423 531031www.completecaribbean.co.uk

Elegant ResortsT: 01244 897 999www.elegantresorts.co.uk

ExpediaT: 0330 123 1235www.expedia.co.uk

Golden CaribbeanT: 0845 085 8080www.goldencaribbean.co.uk

Havanatour UK LtdT: 01707 646 463www.havanatour.co.uk

Hayes & JarvisT: 0871 200 2211www.hayesandjarvis.co.uk

Individual HolidaysT: 01753 892 111www.individual-holidays.com

ITC Luxury TravelT: 01244 355 537www.itcluxurytravel.co.uk

Kenwood TravelT: 020 7749 9245www.kenwoodtravel.co.uk

Kuoni TravelT: 01306 744 305www.kuoni.co.uk

Luxury TripsT: 0208 966 7121www.luxurytrips.co.uk

Newmont Travel LtdT: 020 8920 1144www.newmont.co.uk

SN TravelT: 020 7254 0136www.sntravel.co.uk

The Holiday PlaceT: 020 7644 1749www.theholidayplace.co.uk

The Turquoise Holiday CompanyT: 01494 678 400www.turquoiseholidays.co.uk

Thomas Cook SignatureT: 0844 879 8025www.tcsignature.com

TrailfindersT: 0207 368 1200www.trailfinders.com

Tropic BreezeT: 01752 880 880www.tropicbreeze.co.uk

Tropical SkyT: 0843 249 7657www.tropicalsky.co.uk

Virgin HolidaysT: 0844 557 4321www.virginholidays.co.uk

Western & OrientalT: 020 7 666 1214www.westernoriental.com

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A good travel agent can advise youon all aspects of travel to the region.

Please visitwww.caribbean.co.uk/travelagents

for a specialist in your area or call0208 948 0057

Please note that all details were correct at time of printing (March 2014).

Anguilla Tourist Boardc/o CSB CommunicationsSuite 11, Parsons Green House27 – 31 Parsons Green LaneLondon SW6 4HHT: 0207 736 6030F: 0207 371 8728info@anguilla-tourism.comwww.ivisitanguilla.com

Antigua & Barbuda Tourism Authority2nd Floor, 45 Crawford PlaceLondon W1H 4LPT: 0203 668 3800tourisminfo@aandbtourism.comwww.visitantiguabarbuda.com

Islands of The Bahamas Tourist Office10 Chesterfield StreetLondon W1J 5JLT: 0207 355 0800F: 0207 491 9459info@bahamas.co.ukwww.bahamas.co.uk

Barbados Tourism Authority263 Tottenham Court RoadLondon W1T 7LAT: 0207 299 7175F: 0207 637 1496btauk@visitbarbados.orgwww.visitbarbados.co.uk

Belize Tourism Board64 Regent StreetBelize City, BelizeT: +501-227-2420F: +501-223-1943info@travelbelize.org www.travelbelize.org

Bermuda Department of Tourismc/o Publicasity15 Kean Street, Covent GardenLondon, WC2B 4AZ T: 0207 632 2400E: Bermuda@publicasity.co.ukwww.gotobermuda.co.uk

Tourism Corporation Bonaire BASIS Communicatie BVSpanjaardslaan 7Postbus 472NL-2000 AL HAARLEMThe NetherlandsT: +31 23 543 0704F: +31 23 453 0730 europe@tourismbonaire.comwww.tourismbonaire.com

British Virgin Islands Tourist Board(Tortola, Virgin Gorda)15, Upper Grosvenor StreetLondon W1K 7PJT: 0207 355 9585

F: 0207 355 9587info@bvi.org.ukwww.bvitourism.com;www.bvitourism.co.uk

Cayman Islands Dept. of Tourism6 Arlington StreetLondon SW1A 1RET: 0207 491 7771F: 0207 409 7773info-uk@caymanislands.kywww.caymanislands.co.uk

Cuba Tourist Boardc/o Embassy of CubaTourism Affairs167 High HolbornLondon WC1V 6PAT: 0207 240 6655F: 0207 836 9265tourism@travel2cuba.co.ukwww.travel2cuba.co.uk

Curaçao Tourist Board EuropeAnna van Buerenplein 41 2595 DA Den HaagThe Netherlands T: +31 70 89 16 600F: +31 10 413 6834info@ctbe.nl www.curacao.com

Discover Dominica Authorityc/o Brighter Group The Pod, London's VerticalGatewayBridges Wharf, BatterseaLondon, SW11 3BET: 020 7326 9880F: 020 7326 9890dominica@brightergroup.comwww.discoverdominica.com

Grenada Tourism Authorityc/o Eyes2market UK1 Lyric Square,London W6 0NBT: 0208 328 0644F: 08701 99 2626grenada@eyes2market.co.ukwww.grenadagrenadines.com

Guadeloupe Islands Tourist Board23-25, rue du Champ de l’Alouette75013, Paris, FranceT: + 33 1 40 62 99 07F: + 33 1 40 62 99 08infoeurope@lesilesdeguadeloupe.com www.lesilesdeguadeloupe.com

Guyana Tourism AuthorityNational Exhibition CentreSophia, GeorgetownGuyanaT: +592 219 0094/6F: +592 219 0093info@guyana-tourism.com www.guyana-tourism.com

Caribbean Tourism Organization (UK) – National Tourist Offices

Embassy of the Republic of Haiti14 Cavendish PlaceLondon W1G 9DJT: 0207 637 8985F: 0207 637 8980info@haitianembassy.org.ukwww.haititourisme.gouv.ht

Jamaica Tourist Board1-2 Prince Consort RoadLondon SW7 2BZT: 0207 225 9090F: 0207 225 1020mail@visitjamaica.uk.comwww.visitjamaica.com

Martinique Tourism Authority2, rue des Moulins75001 Paris, FranceT: +33 1 44 77 86 00F: +33 1 44 77 86 25infos@martiniquetourisme.comwww.martiniquetourisme.com

Montserrat Tourist BoardP.O. Box 7, Upstairs the Public MarketLittle Bay, Montserrat, West IndiesT: +1 664-491-2230F: +1 664-491-7430info@montserrattourism.mswww.visitmontserrat.com

Nevis Tourism Authority Main Street, Charlestown, NevisT: 01305 233107F: + 869 469 7551nta2001@sisterisles.kn www.nevisisland.com

Puerto Rico Tourism CompanyThird Floor, Colechurch House1 London Bridge WalkLondon SE1 2SXT: 0207 367 0982puertorico@hillsbalfour.comwww.seepuertorico.com

St. Eustatius Tourism Development FoundationFort Oranje, OranjestadSt. Eustatius, Dutch CaribbeanT: + 599 318 2433/2107F: + 599 318 2433info@statiatourism.comwww.statiatourism.com

St. Kitts Tourism Authority10 Kensington CourtLondon W8 5DLT: 0207 376 0881F: 0207 937 6742uk@stkittstourism.knwww.stkittstourism.kn

Saint Lucia Tourist Board1, Collingham GardensLondon SW5 0HWT: 0207 341 7000F: 0207 341 7001sltbinfo@stluciauk.orgwww.stlucia.org

St. Maarten Tourist BureauJuancho Yrausquin Blvd. # 10Philipsburg, St. MaartenT:+721-549-0200F: +721-542-2374info@vacationstmaarten.comwww.vacationstmaarten.com

Saint-Martin European Promotion Office54 rue de Varenne75007 ParisT: +33 1 53 29 99 99F: +33 1 42 96 15 16paris@iledesaintmartin.orgwww.stmartinisland.org

St.Vincent & the GrenadinesTourist Office10 Kensington Court London W8 5DLT: 0207 937 6570F: 0207 937 3611svgtourismeurope@aol.com www.discoversvg.com

Trinidad & Tobago Tourist OfficeSuite 200 Parkway House,Sheen Lane, London SW14 8LST: 0844 846 0812trinbago@amgltd.bizwww.gotrinidadandtobago.com

Turks and Caicos Islands Tourist Board83 Baker Street, London W1U 6AGT: 020 7034 7845info@tcilondon.org.uk www.turksandcaicostourism.com

US Virgin Islands Department of Tourism (St. Thomas, St. Croix, St. John)P. O. Box 6400St. Thomas, VI 00804US Virgin IslandsT: +1 340 774 8784info@usvitourism.vi www.visitUSVI.com

Venezuelan Embassy1 Cromwell RdLondon SW7 2HRT: 020 7584 4206turismo@venezlon.co.ukwww.venezuelaturismo.gob.vewww.venetur.gob.vewww.embavenez.co.uk

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