VOLUME VII
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View MADSiteNEW! SOFITEL NEW YORK
New York, New York

Soaring thirty floors and flanked by two rectangular twenty-story wings over midtown Manhattan, the hotel is conveniently situated in the center of the entertainment shopping and business financial districts. The 398 luxurious guest rooms include 52 suites and offer breathtaking skyline views over the Empire State Building and the city. Ideal for small and medium size groups, the Sofitel features over 7,000 square feet of meeting space, seven breakout rooms and a Grand Ballroom that can accommodate up to 220. Book a weekend group (Friday-Sunday) for the first quarter of 2005 (minimum ten rooms per night) and receive a complimentary suite upgrade.

JAN 2005; Friday-Sunday; $209; 65 ROOMS
FEB 2005; Friday-Sunday; $209; 65 ROOMS
MAR 2005; Friday-Sunday; $209; 65 ROOMS

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View MADSiteNEW! NORTH MAPLE INN
Basking Ridge, New Jersey

Noted for its Four Diamond accommodations, the 171-room hotel has sixteen suites; 20,000 square feet of dedicated meeting space with 25 conference rooms and an 84-seat tiered amphitheater. Created for today's 24/7 executive the IACC-approved conference center is now offering - the Executive Meeting Package which includes the standard Complete Meeting Package, PLUS a deluxe room on the top floor featuring cathedral ceilings and views of the Inn's 35 acres of woodlands and gardens. Value-packed conference amenities include complimentary: high-resolution LCD Projector, T1 high-speed Internet access, CD player, shredder, leather bound gift portfolio & pen, Voss sparkling & still waters. And delivered to the meeting room daily: The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal and USA Today. Enjoy the private executive dining room and for a refreshing break, a putting machine will be installed in the conference room. To minimize interruption, lunch can be served in the meeting room, featuring fresh delicacies from the award winning Cuisine restaurant. The package also includes a private Welcome Reception featuring an open bar for one hour and gourmet hors d'oeuvres.

2004-2005 EXECUTIVE MEETING PACKAGE
from $450 per person, per day inclusive of service charges and subject to NJ sales and occupancy taxes
2004-2005 EXECUTIVE DAY MEETING PACKAGE
from $189 per person, per day

ITALY

View MADSiteSHERATON PADOVA HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTER
Padova, Italy

Located at the crossroads of north-eastern Italy on the Adriatic sea, the hotel reflects the rich historical, economic and cultural diversity of the area. Situated only 35 km from Venezia and between 80-100 km from Verona and Bologna, the conference center offers 228 guest rooms and over 10,000 square feet of meeting space with fourteen breakout rooms. The 2005 Meeting Package includes: Super Room - American Buffet Breakfast - Meeting Room - Hospitality Desk - Two Coffee Breaks - Business Lunch - VAT (tax).

MAY-JUN, 2005; $175; 100 ROOMS
JUL-AUG, 2005; $135; 100 ROOMS
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View MADSiteNORTHLAND INN & EXECUTIVE CONFERENCE CENTER
Minneapolis, Minnesota

The Northland Inn, located in Minneapolis, Minnesota is a 231 all-whirlpool Suite luxury property complete with 33,000 square feet of specially designed meeting space. Enjoy outstanding dining options, quality amenities and exceptional award winning service, which is why our property has hosted international symposiums, numerous corporate series training programs, corporate mergers and just outright quality meetings for distinguished organizations.

JAN 01-31, 2005; $184 CMP
FEB 01-28, 2005; $184 CMP

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Seoul, Korea

A natural hub for both regional and international meetings along with easy airport access, the hotel is located in the heart of the business district of Gangnam. The completely revitalized 493 spacious guestrooms and suites provide sweeping views of the city and have sophisticated technology. Over 16,813 square feet of meeting space is available and the award winning restaurants and banquet menus offer Korean to Continental cuisine. The recreation center features an atrium-enclosed indoor swimming pool, fitness center, tennis, basketball, squash courts and a golf driving range. The Special Meeting and Incentive Package applies to groups with minimum ten rooms or more, and is subject to availability. Non-commissionable.

NOV 2004-MAR 31, 2005; $145; 250 ROOMS
APR-MAY, 2005; $170; 250 ROOMS
JUN-AUG, 2005; $145; 250 ROOMS
SEP-OCT, 2005; $170;250 ROOMS
NOV-DEC, 2005; $145; 250 ROOMS

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View WebsiteWell known travel journalist and consumer advocate Edward Hasbrouck, author of the "Practical Nomad" travel series, has been reporting on a variety of issues related to travel and "Homeland Security" including privacy and civil liberties as well as economic impacts on business and tourism. Currently he is writing a story on the economic impact of the new US Visa laws and other changes in USA government policy toward international visitors. He would like to know; IF YOU PLAN INTERNATIONAL MEETINGS HAVE YOU BEEN AFFECTED BY THESE NEW REGULATIONS? Will you have to change your venue? Will attendance be affected? Where will you hold your meeting? What were or are the factors in your decision? How large is your conference? Will you save or spend more? What was the outcome? Please respond by e-mail.Email Edward
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View WebsiteProviding a series of FREE web seminars, designed for marketing managers, directors or executives you can take advantage of advice and assistance from industry experts to help you achieve your goals. Sessions cover everything from generating qualified leads for your business to building customer loyalty and effectively managing both internal and external teams. Maximize your personal learning experience.
F.Y.I.
View Website ATTENTION PLANNERS: The Greater Fort Lauderdale CVB announced a BROWARD COUNTY CONVENTION CENTER SPACE GIVE AWAY in August and September to any group booking 600 hotel rooms on the peak night of their event. This offer is good for meeting held during those months in 2005 and 2006. Save thousands in meeting space rental for your organization. Contact: Dennis Edwards 800-356-1662.Email Dennis
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View MADSiteJASON READER is the new General Manager of Adam’s Mark Clearwater Beach Resort which is owned and managed by Pyramid Advisors LLC. Reader has worked in the hospitality industry for the past twelve years, dividing time between restaurant and hotel divisions, with seven years of experience as a General Manager, most recently at the Embassy Suites in Baltimore, Maryland. He facilitated the largest improvement in the company over the previous year in the employee opinion survey. Additionally, during his two year tenure as general manager at the Country Inn & Suites in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, Reader twice achieved the Gold Standard Award for Excellence.View MADSiteView ProfileSend FREE eMessage
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View ProfileThe new COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT LOUISVILLE NORTHEAST, KENTUCKY recently opened its doors and the new prototype has a new look and a host of new travel amenities. Each of the hotel’s 114 deluxe guest rooms and suites feature complimentary high-speed internet and a unique lobby-level business library with individual workstations, free wireless and high-speed internet access and ergonomic chairs. A “walk-around” front desk allows for increased personalized services, including access to a 24-hour Market, for freshly made sandwiches and salads and an assortment of beverages. Other hotel features include a heated indoor pool, exercise room, business center, and meeting space for fifty guests.View ProfileSend FREE eMessageEmail B Farrell

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