NALMCO 57th Annual Convention and Trade Show
October 17-20, 2010
Fiesta Americana Grand Los Cabos
Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur, Mexico

ATTENDEES:  Attendee Register Online
SPONSORS:  Sponsor Register Online
EXHIBITORS:  Exhibitor Register Online 
CLMC and CSLC:  Review Session or Exam Registration 

Click HERE to download a PDF of the
Convention and Trade Show Brochure and Registration Materials 

EXCITING SPEAKERS PLANNED FOR THE NALMCO 2010 CONVENTION

Nationally recognized speakers will provide immediate return on investment. Networking with NALMCO members during meetings, trade show, and evening events will be well worth the time and travel!

Dynamic timely session topics and speakers:

Don't forget attendees will have over 20 scheduled hours of product introductions, trade show time and exhibitor/vendor interaction!

Exciting "Optional Activities" are being planned for attendees, spouses, guests and families.

Incredibly low hotel room rates and convention registration fees make this an affordable educational experience you won't want to miss!

FIESTA AMERICANA GRAND LOS CABOS GOLF AND SPA RESORT

The Fiesta Americana is an ideal venue for NALMCO educational opportunities in a relaxed meeting environment. This exquisite oceanfront resort is located at the southern tip of the Baja California peninsula, along the world class tourism corridor of Los Cabos, San Jose del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas. The Fiesta Americana is a safe, gated resort with 24–hour uniformed security. A golf course, fitness center and spa facilities are conveniently located on the property. Every sleeping room and suite offers incredible views of the Sea of Cortes and amazing sunsets.

Room Rates: NALMCO has negotiated extremely low rates for sleeping rooms at the Fiesta Americana. $140 Single and Double (There will be an additional $40 charge for a third person in a room) No more than three adults per room are allowed. There is no additional charge for up to two children twelve and under sharing a room with one or two adults. Room rates are subject to taxes. Currently federal taxes are 11%. There is an additional room occupancy tax of 3%. Service charge for maids will be $6.00 per room, per day, and Porterage fees of $10.00, per person roundtrip. (Estimated daily charge including tax and additional fees: $172.44).
Click here for a listing of room rates & fees. These rates will be honored for the nights between October 14 - 22, 2010. The Fiesta Americana is not an all-inclusive resort. Meals during the NALMCO Convention are included in the Registration Fees. There are three restaurants on property for your dining enjoyment.

ADVANCE PREPARATION TO ATTEND THE CONVENTION

Reservations procedures for NALMCO Convention attendees at the Fiesta Americana Grand Los Cabos Golf and Spa Resort in October.

(NOTE: The reservation process is specific to this property. Please follow the instructions below. There is not a Website for online reservations for our group. This is a call-in or fax-in form process.)

Call 1-800-FIESTA-1 (1-800-343-7821) or 011 52 (624) 145 6207 to make your hotel reservations. Participants should use group code "NALMCO".

1. DOWNLOAD THE NALMCO RESERVATION FORM HERE. 
2. Complete the form and fax it to 011.52.624.145.6202. Do not email this form for security reasons. 
3. For questions, email Lorenia Munoz at: resfalc1@posadas.com.

Reservation information required in the form should include the following details:

• Name of Reservation
• Address
• Telephone
• Date of Arrival
• Date of Departure
• Room Preference (King; Double-Double)
• Credit Card Number to Guarantee, name of credit card holder, expiration date & security code.
  Only include credit card information if you are faxing in your reservation. For your personal identity safety, do not include this information in an e-mail response. 

MEXICO - SAFETY INFORMATON:

Recent media attention has focused on Mexico and concerns regarding violence and serious security challenges south of the United States border. The safety of NALMCO members is very important. We will continue to share the facts and keep attendees informed and educated about travel within Mexico. We will continue to do so prior to and throughout the Convention.

Tourism is the #2 gross national product in Mexico. Resort areas and tourism zones are highly protected. The tourism corridor of Los Cabos, San Jose' del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas, where the NALMCO Convention is being held, are considered tourism zones and resort areas. Current travel warnings for U.S. citizens specify the Northern Mexican border cities of Tijuana, Nogales, Ciudad Juarez, Nuevo Laredo, Monterrey and Matamoros. These cities are not tourist destinations and are located 1,000+ miles from the location of the NALMCO Convention.

While millions of U.S. citizens safely visit Mexico each year, violence in the country has gained visibility. It is imperative that U.S. citizens understand how best to avoid dangerous situations in Mexico. Utilize common–sense precautions. Communicate your itinerary with family and friends, visit only legitimate business and tourist areas and during daylight hours, stay with groups when away from the hotel, exercise caution in unfamiliar areas, and be aware of your surroundings at all times. For updated information on Mexico, visit: http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/cis/cis_970.html.

(Sources: Fiesta Americana Chicago Office, Mexico Tourism Board, U.S. Department of State (Mexico Country Specific Information), Meeting Incentive Experts, and HelmsBriscoe (global leader in meeting procurement).


AIRPORT AND PASSPORT INFORMATION: 

The Fiesta Americana Grand is located only 13 miles from the Los Cabos International Airport (SJD). Information for travel from the airport to the hotel will be provided to Convention attendees prior to the Convention. ALL PERSONS TRAVELING BY AIR OUTSIDE OF THE UNITED STATES are required to present a Passport book or other valid travel document to enter or re–enter the Unite d States.

For information on obtaining or renewing your Passport (REQUIRED for travel to and from Mexico) please click here: http://travel.state.gov/passport/passport_1738.html. We strongly recommend securing your Passport at least three months (by July 15, 2010) in advance of travel to Mexico. If your passport is going to expire six months after travel we also encourage renewing your passport now to prevent delays at customs.

Please click the link below to view the current Passport application processing time:
http://travel.state.gov/passport/get/processing/processing_1740.html

For information on traveling to, from and within Mexico, please visit:
http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/cis/cis_970.html


CELL PHONE CONSIDERATIONS:

The following U.S. cell phone providers offer service in Los Cabos, Mexico:

Cingular / AT&T / Sprint / Verizon / T-Mobile / Nextel

Please note: you must have an international capable phone with a SIMM chip and advise your Cell Phone Carrier prior to arriving in Mexico that you will need to have International service added. For additional information or answers to questions, each attendee should contact their individual cell phone service provider.


EXHIBITOR / TRADE SHOW CUSTOMS PROCESS:

For information on the Mexico customs process, please contact Sharyn Baudler, NALMCO Meeting Planner, at meetings@nalmco.org or by phone at (515) 243-2360.