OKAY WE ARE MEETING ON THE FIRST WEEKEND OF MAY 2023

THIS PAGE HAS OUR VOTES AND EXPECTED ATTENDANCE AS OF JUNE 2022 PLEASE CLICK HERE TO SEE THE PAGE FOR DEERFIELD BEACH DETAILS  

ROSES at DEERFIELD BEACH MAY 5 – MAY 7, 2023

We are investigating affordable hotels that have activities close by AND that are relatively close to an international airport. Please note that the times from the hotel and the airports will vary depending on the traffic.


Please find the proposals we have received. This site will be updated as we receive them. Once the location and dates are confirmed we will price out a few short and affordable activities for us to vote on. We are still waiting on several quotes.


Also, please find your name below and message us in the group your preferences.

DEERFIELD BEACH

Located 30mins+ from both FLL and PBIA, and 45 mins to1hour+, (all traffic dependant) from MIA.

There is a boardwalk so those not interested in beach activities can still enjoy the ocean air day or night time. Walking distance to restaurants some with live entertainment at night; touristy shops; and some nature parks. Close to the intra-coastal, Boca’s Mizner park with shopping, museum, luxury cinema or just hanging out; Hillsboro lighthouse point

EMBASSY SUITES AT DEERFIELD BEACH

This is an oceanfront hotel.

Link to hotel: https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/deefles-embassy-suites-deerfield-beach-resort-and-spa/

Proposal: https://proposalpath.com/1b75f78b

Alina, the meeting manager wants us to know that each room has two baths, a sofabed and that Embassy Suites offers free breakfast and happy hour.

She has quoted on rooms with either two queen or two king beds so that we can double up.

The rates are the same for both weekends at this time.

The proposal will be valid for 14 days or the first right of refusal.

WYNDHAM HOTEL

Arrival:
Friday, May 5, 2023
Departure: Sunday, May 7, 2023
GROUP ROOM BLOCK 10 rooms:
 Friday Saturday Sunday 5/5/23- 5/6/23- 5/7/23 – Check Out at 11 AM
GROUP ROOM RATES:
 $230 City View Queen/Queen
 $317 Ocean View Queen/Queen
The above rates do not include the $30 Hotel Service Fee or the 13% sales tax added to each room. The hotel service fee includes the following amenities: welcome beverage on arrival, bottled water replenished once daily with housekeeping service, beach chairs, towels & umbrellas (based upon availability), 25% discount on bicycle rentals (based upon availability), access to the fitness center, complimentary coffee in room with coffee maker, enhanced high speed internet access.
PARKING: $20 Self-Parking $25 Valet-Parking
 Rates and availability are subject to change until contracted.

2096 NE 2nd St. Deerfield Beach FL 33441 [Oceanfront] MapFootsteps away from the beach, our resort is a beautiful location for your group. We have 3 on site restaurants with full bars, a gelato shop, an outdoor pool, valet & self-parking. There will be a hotel service fee of $24 (plus tax) per room per night. This fee will include the following amenities: welcome beverage on arrival, bottled water replenished once daily with housekeeping service, beach chairs, towels & umbrellas (based upon availability), 25% discount on bicycle rentals (based upon availability), access to the fitness center, complimentary coffee in room with coffee maker, enhanced high speed internet access. Rate quoted is for room(s) with 2 Double Beds (1-2 People) and up to 4 people per room – City View. Each room bed type and rate can be arranged individually later. We look forward to welcoming you to the Wyndham Deerfield Beach Resort!
Group must book rooms no later than 60 days before check-in.

Group is responsible to use at least 50% of group room block.
Group members may cancel no later than 3 days before day of arrival
No misc. hotel resort fees or flat taxes.
No deposit is required.
 

This offer is good for 5 Days after 06/06/2022These policies are specific to your request as determined by the hotel.

Weekend of May 5 – 7
Friday to Sunday
2 nights
Breakfast not included

FORT LAUDERDALE

There is a boardwalk but it is more “South Beachy”. There are a lot of restaurants and night-life nearby. Walking distance from an intra-coastal water taxi stop.

AC HOTEL

This is in Fort Lauderdale and is located a block in from the ocean. Located 20 mins+ from FLL, 1 hr+ from PBIA, 1hr+ from MIA.

Link to hotel: https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/fllaw-ac-hotel-fort-lauderdale-beach/overview/?scid=bb1a189a-fec3-4d19-a255-54ba596febe2&y_source=1_MTY0OTI4NTgtNzE1LWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU%3D

Proposal:

My apologies for not sending this out on Friday! Thank you for considering the AC Hotel Fort Lauderdale Beach for this fun event.

We are able to offer a combination of King and Double Queen Guestrooms for your group for the weekend of May 12 – 14, 2023. The weekend before is the Formula 1 race in the area and prices are sky high. Below is what we can offer:

· Standard partial water view King $219

· Standard partial water view Double Queen $239

· Upgraded water view with balcony King $259

· Upgraded water view with balcony Double Queen $279

We have a wonderful lobby bar and 4th floor pool bar that can be utilized for an organized (or unorganized) Happy Hour. We can also cater any food if you would like to organize something. I have attached a flyer with some information as well as a link below to the website. Please let me know what questions you might have.

www.marriott.com/fllaw

Trish

Pederson

DIRECTOR OF SALES & MARKETING

AC HOTEL FORT LAUDERDALE BEACH

3029 Alhambra Street

Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

T 954-356-7900 ext 5871

M 415-744-4691

W ac-hotels.com

HILLSBORO BEACH

Located 35mins+ from both FLL and PBIA, and 50 mins to1hour+, (all traffic dependant) from MIA.

It is in a quiet residential part of the beach with most of the dining and shopping located in Deerfield Beach to the north and Pompano Beach to the south.

HILLSBORO BEACH RESORT
5.14 kilometers from Deerfield Beach center1159 Hillsboro Mile Hillsboro Beach FL 33062 [Beach] Map
C$282.61CAD per night + 16% taxes
For social room blocks, we offer a courtesy rate, which allows you and your guests to book a discounted room rate without facing a financial risk or obligation; you will not be required to provide a deposit, nor will you be responsible for your guests reserving the room block. Here is what you will need to know: Your guest room rate is based upon double-occupancy in our Resort Room- 1 King guest rooms, for no more than 10 guest rooms. For guests wishing to extend their stay, we are happy to offer this reduced rate for two days prior and two days following, based upon availability. The rate will be available to you and your guests up until 30 days prior to the start of your block. After the cutoff date, guests will be able to book rooms at prevailing rates. Policies Group must book rooms no later than 60 days before check-in. The group is not responsible to pay for unused rooms in the block. Group members may cancel no later than 1 month before day of arrival $30.00 nightly misc. hotel resort fee

Group must book rooms no later than 30 days before check-in.

The group is not responsible to pay for unused rooms in the block.
Group members may cancel no later than 5 days before day of arrival
C$37.68 nightly misc. hotel resort fees or flat taxes.
No deposit is required.

This offer is good for 1 Week after 06/06/2022These policies are specific to your request as determined by the hotel.

ORLANDO

 

UNIVERSAL RESORT STUDIOS RESORT (20+ minutes from Orlando International MCO)

Portofino Hotel, a premiere hotel:

Thank you for your group vacation inquiry. I have attached a proposal with group package pricing to this email. The hotel quoted is the Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, (the only premier hotel available) along with theme park tickets and any other requested features. Also included is the necessary information you will need for planning your group’s upcoming vacation. Please let me know if you would like any additional information on package inclusions or other available add-ons.

For a detailed look at the Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, please visit: https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us/places-to-stay/loews-portofino-bay-hotel

Please note that we currently are NOT holding any rooms at this time, and pricing and availability is subject to change at any time without notice.  Pricing and availability is not confirmed until a signed contract and $100 deposit per room is received.

For the most current COVID Safety Guidelines, please visit our website by clicking here.

Proposal (at this time the only Premiere hotel with availability. More affordable hotel quotes to come(?)):

Lowe’s Portofino_V1 Roses 2023 quote

 

Lowes Saphire, an affordable Universal hotel:

Thank you for your group vacation inquiry. I have attached a proposal with group package pricing to this email. The hotel quoted is the Loews Sapphire Falls Resort, along with theme park tickets and any other requested features. Also included is the necessary information you will need for planning your group’s upcoming vacation. Please let me know if you would like any additional information on package inclusions or other available add-ons.

For a detailed look at the Loews Sapphire Falls Resort, please visit: https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us/places-to-stay/loews-sapphire-falls-resort

Loews Sapphire Falls Resort_V1Roses 2023 quote

 

DISNEY RESORT

Below I have attached the pricing information for Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort and Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort Standard View for 05/06/2023-05/08/2023. Please note that these are Disney’s affordable hotels.

Please know, pricing and availability are subject to change. All packages are priced and booked with a 2 day base theme park ticket that may be modified after booking. I have also included a little description of each resort to help you choose which is best for your group.

Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort     Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort
Standard View     Standard View
05/06/2023-05/08/2023 (2 Nights)     05/06/2023-05/08/2023 (2 Nights)
  Single   $992.20         Single   $939.32  
  Double   $1,290.26         Double   $1,237.40  
  Triple   $1,644.57         Triple   $1,591.71  
  Quad   $1,998.92         Quad   $1,946.04  

Single – 1 adult, Double – 2 adults, Triple – 3 adults, Quad – 4 adults

Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort: Discover a world where life slows to a leisurely pace and worries melt away amidst Calypso rhythms. Awash with vibrant colors and lush landscapes, Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort transports Guests to a relaxing paradise that captures the essence of 5 distinct islands: Barbados, Jamaica, Martinique, Trinidad, and Aruba. Celebrate the spirit of the Caribbean with blissful sights and fun-filled activities – including colonial forts, lively markets, pristine beaches, splashy florals and swaying hammocks – sure to awaken the imagination.

Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort: Celebrate the unique blend of Spanish, Mexican and Southwest American cultures at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort. This beautiful lakeside oasis offers classic influences, Disney touched and modern comforts to energize and inspire.

 

MIAMI BEACH

 

RESIDENCE INN by MARRIOTT MIAMI BEACH SURFSIDE13.45 kilometers from Miami center9200 Collins Ave. Surfside FL 33154 [Beach] Map
 
Link to the hotel: https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/miaxb-residence-inn-miami-beach-surfside/overview/
 
Located 30mins+ from FLL , 1hr 10min+ from PBIA, and 25mins+, (all traffic dependant) from MIA.
 
This is one block in from the ocean and does not have as many restaurants within close walking distance as the hotels proposed in Deerfield.
 
C$247.44CAD per night + 11% taxes
Welcome to the new Residence Inn by Marriott Miami Beach-Surfside, Across from the Beach, Walking distance to shops, restaurants and Bal Harbour Mall. Easy Access to South Beach, Miami beach, Downtown Miami, Wynwood, North Miami Beach, Aventura, Sunny Isles, Hollywood, Hallandale. Rate includes breakfast. Hotel offers Studio Suites with Kings or with King and Full size Sleeper Sofa. Up to 3 Adults or 2 Adults+ 2 Children under 12 with Sleeper Sofa. Each room bed type can be arranged individually later. Complimentary Hot Breakfast Buffet Daily. Kitchenettes in all rooms. Across the street from Surfside Beach on Collins Avenue. Includes Two Chairs and One Umbrella for guests of hotel. Use of Bikes and two waters in room daily. Easy Access to South Beach, Miami beach, Downtown Miami, Wynwood, North Miami Beach, Aventura. Deposit will be based on type of group and how many rooms. Please Contact Me if you have any questions.

Group must book rooms no later than 30 days before check-in.

The group is not responsible to pay for unused rooms in the block.
Group members may cancel no later than 6PM on day of arrival
C$37.68 nightly misc. hotel resort fees or flat taxes.
A deposit equal to one night room total and tax is required.

This offer is good for 1 Week after 08/06/2022These policies are specific to your request as determined by the hotel.

MAY 2023 RSVP LIST

If your name is bold and italicized please let us know if you are joining us and what is your preferred location.

If your name is italicized please let us know your preferred location

NAME YES MAYBE NO DATE PREFERENCE LOCATION PREFERENCE
Allison Marshall x       OK with any
Birnie Stevenson   x      
Camille Fraser x       OK with any
Carmelita Singh     x    
Carol DeSousa x       Embassy Deerfield
Cheryl Christiani     x    
Corinne Lall x       Any except Disney
Corinne Manswell x        
Debra Lewis x        
Debra Singh   x      
Dianne Mangal          
Donna Kalicharran     x    
Elizabeth Houston x       OK with any
Elizabeth Burnett          
Faith Locke   x      
Femke Pieters   x      
Gail Richards x       Any except Disney
Hazel Kishna x       OK with any
Holly Ford x     first 2 weeks of May OK with any
Jan Collymore x       Embassy Deerfield
Jennifer Rockcliff   x      
Joy Ming          
Karen Thompson x       If S. Florida Embassy Suites, If Orlando any Universal
Lesley Brumell   x      
Marcia Richardson          
Michele Phang x        
Nadira Debidin   x      
Nadira Shah x       OK with any
Nicole Caldeira          
Ninian Pompey     x    
Odile Fredericks   x      
Paige Carmichael x     Weekend of May 20  
Phillipa Hazel x       Any except Orlando & Miami
Rosalie Prashad x       Embassy Deerfield
Rowena Martin     x    
Roxanne Ward x       OK with any
Sabrina Roberts x       OK with any
Sandra Das          
Suzanne Gonsalves     x    
Tracey Chung x       OK with any
Vandita Shruti-Kant   x      
Yonette Thomas x       Embassy Deerfield (no Disney)