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NEOGARD 2011 Sales Conference. Meeting Agenda. Present Program Options Review Some Pros/Cons of Each Narrow down or Determine Destination and Property Determine Next Steps (securing hotel contract) for 2011 program Discuss Timelines for Program Announcement and Kick-off. What You Told Us.
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Meeting Agenda • Present Program Options • Review Some Pros/Cons of Each • Narrow down or Determine Destination and Property • Determine Next Steps (securing hotel contract) for 2011 program • Discuss Timelines for Program Announcement and Kick-off
What You Told Us • Budget of $150K not including air • 3 nights lodging • Fun and Sun Destination • Have done Mexico for Incentive – prefer other options to consider • Include meetings and all events in pricing
Destination SelectionWhat is important….. Most Important Elements: • Intimate Property • Nightlife/Entertainment • Many Daily Activities Available • Marketability of Destination • Easy to Get to • 4 Star-Deluxe Accommodations/Cuisine • Thursday – Sunday pattern (3/4 nights) • Warm, Sunny Location late spring 2011
Suggestions • Aruba • Participant Appeal Top Recommendation • Cancun Area • Great Affordable Resort Options • Puerto Rico • Easy Access, no customs • Florida • Domestic
Aruba Considerations • Lots of Appeal • Superb Beaches • Tierra Del Sol Golf • Tom Cat Cars • Many recent property renovations, several choices • Direct Flight Options
Marriott • Recently Renovated • Intimate Property • Casino and Restaurants On Site • Beautiful Beach
Radisson • On the Beach – Central Location • Great Public Areas • Casino on site • Recent Room Renovations • Beautiful Pool Area
Caribbean always a hit with group Marketable Destination Weather is a lock Nightlife and lots of activities to choose from Beautiful Beaches English Speaking Service Levels good Within budget Long haul for west coast contingent Several property choices, but new properties also being built Good option for 2011 Considerations for Aruba
Cancun, Mexico • Easy Lift • Beautiful Beaches • Abundant Nightlife • Countless Activities • Catamaran Sail • Dolphin Adventure • Snorkeling • Zip line • Mayan Ruins • ATV Tours • Golf
Aqua • Situated between the Nichupte lagoon and the sea • Close to abundant shopping • Intimate Property • Private Cabanas • Eight Pools • Spa with Outdoor Massage • Health Club • 3 On-Site Gourmet Restaurants
Mayan Riviera, Mexico • Many Resort Options • Accessible • Mayan Ruins • Natural Water Parks: Xcaret • Beaches, Deep Sea Fishing • Affordable, All-inclusive Options • Some Good Options for 2011!
Barcelo – Maya Palace Deluxe • All Suite Property • 9 Restaurants to • choose from • Tennis, Snorkel and • Windsurfing • 45 Minutes from Cancun • Easy Lift from most U.S. Cities • Within Budget
Great Air Options from Anywhere in U.S. Known as a Great Vacation Area Marketable Destination Nightlife, Golf and other activities to choose from Within budget Several property choices Adding more rooms in next year, competitive pricing Many All Inclusive Property Options Beautiful Beaches Considerations for Cancun Area
Puerto Rico • Fun in the Sun! • Easy Access from Everywhere- Great Lift • Historical • Beautiful Beaches • Use US currency • Lots of Activities • Nightlife, Gambling and Entertainment
Gran Melia • On property Casino and Golf • Excellent on property restaurant options • 45 min transfer from airport • Right on the beach • 30 minute transfer to “Old San Juan” historic/shopping district • Royal service for VIP’s
Palm Coast, Florida • Great Beach • Tons of Activities • World Class Golf
Hammock Beach Resort • Great Beach! • Tons of Activities • World Class Golf • Very Large and well appointed rooms • Spa, on-site fitness director
Final Program Included in Estimated Costs: • Hotel Accommodations • Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Daily • Welcome/Farewell Dinners • Meetings • Activities (all-inclusive options only) • Trip Documentation and Marketing Assistance • On-Site Trip Directing
Timeline • Determine Destination/Site Inspection • Presentation to Senior Team? • December: FIRE Light Group works with Jones Blair to Develop Refined Budget and Daily Agenda for Chosen Destination and Resort • Announcement and Kick-off January 1, 2010?
Proprietary Rights Statement The travel proposal contained herein was developed exclusively by FIRE Light Group (FLG) for Jones-Blair November, 2009 for their 2011 Sales Conference. The vendors selected for this presentation, the developed program content, and the respective pricing are considered by FLG to be of a proprietary nature. In this respect, Jones-Blair must honor our proprietary rights to the content of this proposal and refrain from disclosing its contents to our competitors or any third party.