ASTA/NACTA Bahamas Showcase 2017

SATURDAY – JUNE 24 SIGHTSEEING TOURS

Depart Main Entrance

See all that the islands of the Bahamas have to offer on these day tours. Pre-Registration Required 7:45 AM – 12:00 PM 7:45 AM – 12:00 PM 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM 8:00 AM – 1:30 PM 9:45 AM – 12:45 PM 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM

Dolphin Encounter at Blue Lagoon Island Sea Lion Encounter at Blue Lagoon Island Powerboat Adventure Tour Stuart Cove Snorkel Tour Historic City Tour A Taste of Graycliff Hotel & Restaurant Stuart Cove Sub-Bahamas Tour

ASTA/NACTA

6:30 PM – 7:30 PM

CLOSING RECEPTION AT MELIÁ NASSAU BEACH ALL INCLUSIVE

7:30 PM – 10:00 PM

DINNER ON YOUR OWN

Estavida Terrace West

Enjoy the Melia all-inclusive restaurants or explore the island!

ASTA AND NACTA ARE PLEASED TO BRING YOU THE 2017 BAHAMAS SHOWCASE. The Bahamas lends itself to endless opportunities for your clients to discover its charming small towns, serene beaches, luxury resorts and local flavors.

Make sure you take advantage of your time this week to experience all that the Bahamas has to offer by meeting with local providers who are here to help you craft itineraries that will enrich your client’s Bahamas experience.

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Bahamas SHOWCASE JUNE 21-24, 2017

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

TIME

EVENT

LOCATION/SPONSOR

WEDNESDAY – JUNE 21

8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

NACTA CHAPTER DIRECTOR MEETING

12:00 PM

HOTEL SITE INSPECTIONS

3:30 PM – 5:00 PM

Arawak Room

6:30 PM – 9:30 PM

REGISTRATION DESK OPEN

EVENING RECEPTION AT BREEZES RESORT BAHAMAS

Buses will depart from the main entrance.

Independence Foyer

Stop by the Showcase Registration Desk to pick up your event materials and meet the ASTA & NACTA staff.

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

WELCOME RECEPTION AT MELIÁ NASSAU BEACH ALL INCLUSIVE

THURSDAY – JUNE 22

Thursday activities are located in Independence AB unless otherwise noted

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

BREAKFAST

Independence Foyer

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

REGISTRATION DESK OPEN

Independence Foyer

8:30 AM – 10:30 AM

GENERAL SESSION

10:45 AM – 11:45 AM

TASTE OUR BAHAMAS “Celebrity cooking show” Introduction to Bahamian Cuisine Food Tours, Food & Rum Festivals with a Tropical Conch Salad Demo; the art of getting the conch out of the shell, and preparing this Bahamian delicacy in a non-traditional way and a Mixologist Demo; a fusion of Bahamian spirits and fruits, from the simple to the sublime.

8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

REGISTRATION DESK OPEN

9:00 AM – 11:10 AM

ENGAGEMENT SESSIONS

11:15 AM - 11:55 AM

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

1:15 PM – 2:00 PM

2:15 PM – 4:30 PM

BUILDING ON YOUR BEST YEAR EVER WITH NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINE

BAHAMAS 2017 WORKSHOP SERIES Speaker: Kara Manouzi CMM, General Manager Sales and Marketing for Bahamas Tourist Office. Learn how fun and profitable it is to sell the Bahamas.

3 CEU’s – The Travel Institute Certificate upon Completion Workshop participants will: 1) Develop an understanding of the diversity of the Islands of The Bahamas through its geology, geography and geo-history.

2) Learn the optional modes of transportation to and within the destination.

3) Find hidden treasures your clients will fall in love with.

4) Be able use our offerings to “SMERF” your way to higher profits.

5) See how others have fulfilled their bucket list items while in The Bahamas and learn how you can do the same for your clients.

6) Learn which Islands are called: 1) the “Bride of The Bahamas,” 2) the “Martha’s Vineyard” of the Bahamas, 3) the “Maldives of the Caribbean.”

7) Tips & Tools to develop customized itineraries for your clients.

8) Receive a certificate of completion. Be eligible to receive 3 continuing education credits from The Travel Institute.

9) All in all you will be able to SELL THE BAHAMAS WITH EASE!

LOVE IS BETTER IN THE ISLANDS OF THE BAHAMAS

Exploring the unique culture and heritage of The Islands Of The Bahamas by tracing the European and African roots that have created the unique Bahamian culture of today. Why we look the way we look, sound the way we sound, eat the things we eat, dance the way we dance, play the way we play.

LUNCH

Speaker: Shanel Knight-Tarver, Key Accounts Sr. Manager, Norwegian Cruise Line Join Norwegian and learn how you can grow your bottom line, promoting their popular Free at Sea offer. Discover all the new happenings at Norwegian, identify how you can leverage Norwegian’s tools and resource to market effectively and work more efficiently. Learn how you can partner with Norwegian to make this year your best year EVER!

ATLANTIS, PARADISE ISLAND COMES TO LIFE

WHAT IS BAHAMIAN CULTURE? “So near and yet so far”

EXECUTING A ‘BAHAMAEVENT’ (GROUPS/EVENTS)

Join us for lunch and destination updates from Nassau Paradise Island Promotion Board.

Topics Include: “Say ‘I Do’ in The Islands of the Bahamas” (Wedding Proposals, Engagements & Destination Weddings), “Let’s Do It Again’ in The Islands of The Bahamas” (Vow Renewals), “Bahamamoons” (honeymoons, babymoons (i.e. just before or after the baby is born), buddymoons & familymoons) Party Like You Mean It” (Bachelor/ette Parties) and “Just the Two of Us” (Romantic Escapades).

2:45 PM - 3:15 PM

Independence Foyer

Panel discussion on Getting to know The Bahamas; a multi-island destination, selecting the right island according to the group’s checklist, selecting the right resort/amenities according to the group’s size/needs, Destination Management Companies, add-ons to infuse the unique essence of The Bahamas.

Speaker: Nina Schectman, Directors of Leisure Sales, Atlantis Atlantis has embarked on a new chapter tied to a meaningful connection with the ocean, Bahamian culture and the spirit of the property’s over 7,500 employees. The resort’s new, immersive programming connects guests to the rich history, art, people, food and festivities of The Bahamas. During this informative presentation, you will - Hear about the latest improvements at the resort.

- Review the elements that make Atlantis a truly unique vacation experience.

- Understand the variety of resorts available - and their core differences.

- Gain insight about how to become an Atlantis Ambassador and earn loyalty points and prizes!

2:10 PM – 2:40 PM

Friday activities are located in Independence AB unless otherwise noted

Join this year’s exhibitors for informative round table sessions.

LUNCH WITH SPECIAL PRESENTATION FROM MELIA HOTELS & RESORTS Speaker: Sarah Perez, The Americas MELIA PRO Sales Director Meliá Hotels International is a worldwide hotel company with a wide variety of resorts, corporate and bleisure hotels. Join us to learn about their travel agent tools, to get inspired by their magical destinations and to discover which of its 7 brands are the right fit clients.

1:15 PM - 2:00 PM

FRIDAY – JUNE 23

Gazebo West

Join your fellow ASTA & NACTA members for a warm welcome to the Bahamas.

Enjoy heavy hors d’oeuvres, an open bar and live band!

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

Independence C

Transfers will be provided to Breezes Resort Bahamas for all attendees. We’ll kick things off with a site inspection of the property followed by an oceanfront pool cocktail party. We will enjoy heavy hors d’oeuvres, a buffet and dancing!

Depart Main Entrance

The Nassau Paradise Island Promotion Board is happy to transfer agents to Comfort Suites, Warwick Hotel, Graycliff, B.C. Hilton and Sandals Royal Bahamian.

2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

TRADE SHOW Network with local Bahamian suppliers to learn what’s new and exciting here for your clients.

6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

DINNER & SITE INSPECTION AT GRAND HYATT BAHA MAR Enjoy a night with your fellow attendees to experience all that the BRAND NEW Grand Hyatt Baha Mar has to offer!

Meet at the registration desk to be escorted to the Grand Hyatt Baha Mar.

Grand Hyatt Baha Mar