Summerfest 2007 Join us from August 9th to 12th as we head to Nassau, Bahamas for Summerfest with 23 other eastern region clubs from the National Brotherhood of Skiers. This year's Summerfest expects more than 500 Easter Region club members and friends to descend on the island of Nassau, Bahamas for an extended Weekend of music concerts, clubs, beach parties, water activities, shopping and fun. Registration: Early registration for this event is from now to June 25, 2007. The early registration cost is $55. The cost for registration will go up to $65 between June 26 and July 10, 2007. CUTOFF DATES FOR RESERVATIONS AND FULL PAYMENTS IS JULY 1, 2007 Pricing: The pricing for this trip is exclusive of air travel from Boston to Nassau. Round-trip airfare is currently available from Boston to Nassau for $200 (USD). Ground Transportation Round-trip ground transportation is available from the Nassau airport to the hotel for $28. PLEASE NOTE: RATES BELOW ARE FOR REGISTERED SUMMERFEST PARTICIPANTS ONLY. LODGING LIST WILL BE CHECKED AGAINST THE REGISTRATION LIST. GUEST NOT REGISTERED WILL BE SUBJECT TO RACK RATE OF $229 PER NIGHT PLUS 12% TAX AND RESORT & GRATUITY FEES. HOST HOTEL: Wyndham Nassau Resort & Crystal Palace Casino CHECK-IN 4:00 P.M. CHECK-OUT: 11:00 P.M. West Bay Street
Nassau, Bahamas ROOM RATES FOR REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS ONLY: * Rates are for 3 nights and are inclusive of taxes, fees, and gratuity. Standard Room Single or Double Occupancy Double => $333.49PP Single=> $496.61 Ocean View Single or Double Occupancy - Double=> $347.09 PP Single => $563.81 Corner Suite Single or Double Occupancy - Double => $380.69 PP SINGLE => $631.01
Casino Tower Room Single or Double Occupancy -
Double => $414.29 PP SINGLE => $698.21 | |
| | BSP Summer Hiking & Biking Weekend Due to overwhelming response from members and friends, we have extended the Registration and deposit deadline for this event. Contact Hank Bell for more info. Enjoy food, music, and the company of new friends in a magnificent setting!
Friday, August 24- Sunday, August 26, 2007 This event is co-sponsored by the diversity committee of the Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) and will feature guided hikes (for all levels), introduction to map and compass reading, mountain biking and more. Food and lodging will be provided at the AMC's Highland Center at Crawford Notch. http://www.outdoors.org/lodging/lodges/highland/index.cfm The event also includes an evening social on Saturday, August 25 from 8:00 PM-9:45 PM for children/families, and from 10:00 PM-12:30 AM for adults. The Highland Center, which opened in September 2003 to rave reviews, sits on 26 acres in the mountain pass carved in the foothills of the Presidential Mountains, about three hours north of Boston. Before the turn of the 20th century, it was the site of the Crawford House, a grand old summer resort like the historic Mount Washington Hotel five miles down the road. Lodge packages include a four-course dinner, breakfast, and free use of outdoor gear (including hiking boots, outerwear and backpacks) provided by L.L. Bean. Because meals are included, the prices are per person, not per room. Private rooms with at least double occupancy: $85.32/adult/night and $42.00/children/night. Bunk rooms: $52.92/adult/night and $42.00/children/night. In addition, there will be a $20 event registration fee (per adult). This will be a great opportunity for our Boston Ski Party members, friends and family to enjoy the mountains in the summer and winter. If you want to just sit by the large stone fireplace or settle into a rocking chair in the second-floor library, that's fine, too. Or, for those of you who would rather go sightseeing or shop, the shops and restaurants of North Conway are just a thirty minute drive away. The first deposit of 50% of the total cost will be due July 29th and the final Payment will be due August 3rd. If you have any questions or need more information, please contact Hank Bell @ Henry_Bell99@yahoo.com or 617-298-2988. | |  NEW U.S. TRAVEL DOCUMENT REQUIREMENTS
The U.S. Department of State has initiated new Travel Document Requirements under the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI). Following is an excerpt of the new requirements:
"The Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI) will require all travelers to and from Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean and Bermuda to present a passport or other accepted document that establishes the bearer's identity and nationality to enter or re-enter the United States. The goal is to strengthen border security and facilitate entry into the United States for U.S. citizens and legitimate international travelers. "In the proposed implementation plan, the initiative will be implemented in two phases. The proposed timeline will be as follows: "January 23, 2007 - Passports, Merchant Mariner Documents (MMDs) or NEXUS Air cards would be required for all air travel, and most commercial sea travel, from within the Western Hemisphere for citizens of the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Bermuda. This is a change from the previously scheduled date of January 1, in order to accommodate holiday travel. "January 1, 2008 - The statutory deadline for all Western Hemisphere travel, including land border travel. The specific requirements for the land border crossing will be addressed in a separate rulemaking in advance of this date." Visit the U.S. Department of State's website for more information. | | |
