[Nfbwv-talk] For Those Going to National Convention

Sun Feb 6 18:48:44 UTC 2011

On 2/6/2011 1:38 PM, Marcus Soulsby wrote:
> Also:
>
> For those that may be flying out of Charleston, I would highly recommend
> checking out Airtran (http://www.airtran.com/) for economical nonstop
> flights to Orlando.  If you pursue this option, bear one thing in mind:
> besides the need to book early (I booked last week for $89 each way, and it
> goes up as the date draws near) this flight only goes between Charleston on
> Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday.
>
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> Subject: [Nfbwv-talk] For Those Going to National Convention
>
> If you are planning on attending the 2011 national convention of the
> National Federation of the Blind in Orlando, Florida, I would like to
> encourage you to make your hotel reservations since it is my understanding
> that rooms are going fast.  Please find below information from the December
> issue of the Braille Monitor that has all the information you need to know
> about the cost of rooms and making reservations:
> Convention Bulletin 2011
> Rosen Shingle Creek Resort
> Palm-lined drive leading to the front entrance of the Rosen Shingle Creek
> Resort It is time to begin planning for the 2011 convention of the National
> Federation of the Blind. This year we are going to Orlando and the beautiful
> Rosen Shingle Creek Resort, July 3 through 8. Remember we have recently made
> a significant change in our schedule, so please pay close attention to the
> dates and schedule so that you are not taken by surprise.
> Once again our hotel rates are the envy of all. For the 2011 convention they
> are singles and doubles, $63; and for triples and quads, $67. In addition to
> the room rates there will be a tax, which at present is 12.5 percent. No
> charge will be made for children under seventeen in the room with parents as
> long as no extra bed is requested. Please note that the hotel is a
> no-smoking facility.
> For 2011 convention room reservations you should write directly to the Rosen
> Shingle Creek, 9939 Universal Boulevard, Orlando, Florida 32819-9357. You
> can call the hotel at (866) 996-6338 after January 1. The hotel will want a
> deposit of $75 for each room and will want a credit card number or a
> personal check. If you use a credit card, the deposit will be charged
> against your card immediately, just as would be the case with a $75 check.
> If a reservation is cancelled before June 1, 2011, half of the deposit will
> be returned. Otherwise refunds will not be made.
> Guest-room amenities include a thirty-two-inch flat-screen television with
> NXTV; two telephones; laptop safe; coffee maker; hairdryer; and, for a fee,
> high-speed Internet access. Guests can also enjoy a swimming pool and a golf
> course. The Rosen Shingle Creek has two fine-dining establishments: A Land
> Remembered and the Cala Bella Italian Bistro. Both received the AAA Four
> Diamond Rating. See later issues of the Monitor  for details and information
> about other attractions in the Greater Orlando area.
> The 2011 convention of the National Federation of the Blind will be a truly
> exciting and memorable event, with an unparalleled program and rededication
> to the goals and work of our movement. Make plans now to be a part of it.
> Remember that the schedule this year is the same as last year's in that it
> is a full day shorter than our longtime convention schedule. Preconvention
> seminars for parents of blind children and other groups and set-up of the
> exhibit hall will take place on Sunday, July 3, and adjournment will be
> Friday, July 8, following the banquet. Convention registration and
> registration packet pick-up for those who preregistered will begin on
> Monday, July 4, and both Monday and Tuesday will be filled with meetings of
> divisions and committees, including the Tuesday morning annual meeting, open
> to all, of the board of directors of the National Federation of the Blind.
> General convention sessions will begin on Wednesday, July 6, and continue
> through the banquet on Friday, July 8. Note that Thursday, July 7, will
> include both morning and afternoon convention sessions. Saturday, July 9,
> will be available for tours for those who enjoy getting to know something
> about our convention city. To assure yourself a room in the headquarters
> hotel at convention rates, you must make reservations early. The hotel will
> be ready to take your call or deal with your written request by January 1.
> Remember that as usual we need door prizes from state affiliates, local
> chapters, and individuals. Once again prizes should be small in size but
> large in value. Cash, of course, is always appropriate and welcome. As a
> general rule we ask that prizes of all kinds have a value of at least $25
> and not include alcohol. Drawings will occur steadily throughout the
> convention sessions, and you can anticipate a grand prize of truly
> impressive proportions to be drawn at the banquet. You may bring door prizes
> with you or send them ahead of time (identifying the item and donor and
> listing the value in print and Braille) to Dwight Sayer, 259 Regal Downs
> Circle, Winter Garden, Florida 34787; phone (407) 877-8668.
> The best collection of exhibits featuring new technology; meetings of our
> special interest groups, committees, and divisions; memorable tours
> suggested by the Florida affiliate; the most stimulating and provocative
> program items of any meeting of the blind in the world; the chance to renew
> friendships in our Federation family; and the unparalleled opportunity to be
> where the real action is and where decisions are being made-all of these
> mean you will not want to miss being a part of the 2011 national convention.
> We'll see you in Orlando in July.
>
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I am super excited about convention. I can't wait to see everyone their.