ROSE HALL RESORT & SPA

Nestled between the scenic Jamaican mountains and turquoise Caribbean waters, Rose Hall Resort & Spa truly inhabits a more exclusive ocean-front location than other Montego Bay Jamaica resorts. This deluxe beachfront hotel, once a legendary 18th-century sugar plantation, evokes the historic charm and hospitality made famous by the island.

Allow Rose Hall Resort & Country Club to whisk you and your guests away to an island retreat immersed in the warm hospitality and incomparable charm of Jamaica. Let the typical hassles of event planning melt away while you enjoy a quick, easy, hassle-free experience with their new e-Events service, and plan your entire meeting from one easy-to-use website. A simple click of the mouse will allow you to book blocks of 5 to 25 rooms, take care of food and beverage services, reserve a/v equipment, or choose a venue. Once reserved, rooms may be paid for separately by each group member, or by one person. This online tool is just one of the many ways Rose Hall Resort will ensure success for your Small Group Event.

Rose Hall Resort guests also have use of the neighboring 400-acre Rose Hall Plantation, which was once the home of the infamous White Witch of Rose Hall. Guests who desire more privacy may also rent out Johnny Cash's private villa for private Celebrations. Other venues to hold meetings or small group events at Rose Hall Resort are The Aqueduct, The Upper Aqueduct Ruins, West Beach, The West Lawn Wedding Gazebo, Sugar Mill Falls, Three Palms Restaurant, Cinnamon Hill Ballroom and The Pool Deck. Some of the business services & amenities offered at the Rose Hall Resort are audio/visual equipment rental, computer rentals, fax, high-speed internet access, plenty of meeting rooms, on-site audio/visual support staff, a photo copying service, and postal and shipping services, as well as a full fledged Business Center. For more information call (8660 799-3661 or go online to www.rosehallresort.com.

THE SHORES RESORT & SPA

Located at 2637 South Atlantic Avenue in Daytona Beach Shores, Florida, The Shores Resort & Spa sits just five miles south of Daytona Beach on a quiet stretch of world famous shoreline. This AAA, Four-Diamond property presents a variety of unique meeting and private event space, inspiring creativity, productivity and celebration. All areas feature high-speed Internet access, comprehensive audiovisual capabilities and knowledgeable technical assistance staff. Whether hosting a large or intimate gathering, The Shores Resort & spa provides a level of personalized service unmatched in the area, ensuring successful meetings and events.

The Shores Resort & Spa entices meeting and event planners with luxurious amenities and more than 20,000 sq. ft. of versatile indoor meeting space catering up to 350 guests. The boutique resort offers 12 meeting rooms and a private Ocean Terrace perfect for groups of all sizes. Whether planning a corporate meeting or a picturesque wedding, The Shores Resort & Spa provides a dedicated conference service team, full-time wedding planners and audiovisual technology experts to ensure experiences are beyond expectations.

This resort is equipped with a 6,895-sq. ft. Grand Ballroom, a 3,714-sq. ft. Outdoor Ocean Terrace, a 3,195-sq. ft. Richard Petty Ballroom, a 3,185 sq. ft.-Atlantic Room, Cloud Level, a 2,014-sq. ft. Bill France Ballroom and an additional 406-1,078 sq. ft. of Board Rooms.

At The Shores there are plenty of things to do for leisure in sunny Daytona Beach. Individuals can enjoy 23 miles of beautiful shoreline, spa services at Indulge, and seaside swimming. One can relax in the oversized Jacuzzi onsite as well as enjoy lounging under a private Cabana with a full-service attendant. Some can roast S'mores around the firepit or just enjoy a beautiful sunrise picnic. For the health nuts there is an on-site fitness center. For more information call (386) 767.7350 or go online at www.shoresresort.com.

Beachfront resorts have the ability to combine pleasure with work and it actually maximizes the productiveness and morale of conference attendees. With all of the stresses that come with life, especially during these economically tough times, being in an environment where you can take your mind off of issues from back home while you work proves to be a very sound business strategy.