Fall Retreat in Curacao
December 4-7, 2008
The Hotel:  The Marriott Curacao Beach Resort & Emerald Casino
The Marriott Curacao Beach Resort & Emerald Casino is a delightful mixture Amsterdam charm and Caribbean warmth. The Dutch influenced architecture melds with the beautiful beaches and weather of the Caribbean to provide a stunning escape.
The Curacao Marriott Beach Resort & Emerald Casino is a secluded waterfront retreat with 6 oceanfront acres; beautiful vistas; pools (including a swim up bar pool); 5 great restaurants; and lush tropical gardens - yet it is just 5 minutes from the excitement of the historic capital city of Willemstad and only 15 minutes from the airport. The hotel also has a 5 star PADI dive shop and a water sports center that offers kayak rentals and diving/snorkeling lessons and trips. For the gamblers among you, the resort has its own casino. The Emerald Casino has slot machines, blackjack, roulette, craps and Caribbean stud poker – plus entertainment. A beautiful property in a beautiful location – the Marriott Curacao Beach Resort and Emerald Casino has it all!
What's Included:
- Curacao Marriott deluxe accommodations with private balconies
- Pool and Beach Area
- Tropical welcome drink
- Welcome Reception
- Gala Dinner Banquet
- Three restaurants
- Lounge with live music on specified evenings
Speakers to Include:
- 2nd Guyton Lecturer, Eric Olson
- Science presentation, Jianjie Ma
- Administrative Models -Deborah Powell, Dean of U. Minn. Med School
- Departments versus Centers - Muthu Periasamy
- Teaching Physiology: Gateway A and B, Olaf Sparre Andersen-WTC
- Science presentation by a Chair, Zofia Zukowska
Click here to view the full program schedule.
Price and Reservation Information:
Hotel Rates:
$129 per room per day plus the current 19.84% tax, Housekeeping fee of $5 per person per day, and Bellman gratuities of $5 per person round trip.
Deposit Amount:
Single Occupancy $165
Double Occupancy $175
Triple Occupancy $185
Quad Occupancy $195
1 night non refundable Marriott deposit includes tax, housekeeping and bellman gratuity.
Final Room payment due Oct. 15, 2008
Add on dates – rates will be honored for 3 days prior and 3 days after meeting upon availability.
Note: Transfers to the Hotel are not included. Taxies are readily available, contact us for more information. Registration Fees:
| Early Registration before Sept. 1, 2008 |
Late Registration – Due Oct. 15, 2008 |
| ACDP Member $275 |
ACDP Member $325 |
| Non-member $325 |
Non-member $375 |
| Guest $150 |
Guest $200 |
* Classic Travel would be glad to help you with your flight arrangements. Please call for information and prices.
Click here to print the registration form for this unforgettable experience. Please return your completed form to Classic Travel.
The Location:  The gorgeous St. Anna Bay divides Willemstad into two major districts—Punda on the east and Otrobanda on the west. Punda was formed when the Dutch captured the island from Spain in 1634. The new leaders built a fort, Fort Amsterdam, to protect their settlement, and soon the city began to grow. Today, the Fort serves as the seat of the Government of the Netherlands Antilles.
In 1707, building permits were granted for Otrobanda - "The Other Side.” Off Breedestraat, a grand residential neighborhood was built by those eager for stately mansions reflecting their higher social standing. In contrast to the neat grid of Punda, Otrobanda is a maze of twisting streets and alleyways, giving the neighborhood its own intimate charm.
 Outside Punda and Otrobanda, you'll find Scharloo and Pietermaai, home to a wealth of gorgeous restored mansions. These two suburbs are listed along with Willemstad on the UNESCO World Heritage List, commemorating their unique value to the world's cultural and natural heritage.
Curacao has been a major trade center for hundreds of years so it's not surprising that stores are stocked with quality items from around the world. Strolling around in exquisite, centuries-old buildings while ocean liners cruise up the channel that cuts through the city, so close you could almost touch them, all this makes the shopping ambience very special.
While the buildings will fascinate you, Curacao has much to offer in its natural beauty. Although Curacao seems arid and you would not expect much life on the island, wildlife is abundant. When you go into the more rural areas you will be amazed by all the birds, mammals and reptiles you see in Curacao.
Curacao is a special treat for divers and snorkelers who never seem to be able to stop talking about the beauty of Curacao's underwater world. It may well be one of the best places in the word for shore dives or to enjoy the beauty of sea's nature while snorkeling. There are several special dive sites with sunken boats and an airplane that afford unique diving experiences. In fact, there are 40 different dive areas on Curacao which covers 65 individual sites.
Curacao has something for everyone – it's an experience you'll never forget!
Additional Information:
Please see a letter from Dr. Partridge to the membership.
The Program Schedule is now available.
As of January 1, 2007, a valid passport is required of all visitors to Curacao (US citizens included)
For more information visit: www.travel.state.gov
Please print the registration form and return it to Classic Travel. If you have any questions, please contact:
Classic Travel
4767 Okemos Road, Okemos, Mi 48864
Phone: (517) 349-6200 or (800) 643-3449
Fax: (517) 349-6656
Jean Southwick (e-mail: jean@classictravelusa.com)
Danielle Artibee (e-mail: danielle@classictravelusa.com)
Joy Thrun (e-mail: joy@classictravelusa.com)
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