Dorado Beach Member Newsletter June-July 2013

June-July 2013

It’s Summer Time!

Plantation Resort Residences: For An Unforgettable Family Vacation.

Plantation Resort Residences are the perfect getaway for your family this summer. Modern three bedroom residences are available for long and short-term vacations for golfers, individuals, groups or families seeking a unique vacation destination. There is something for everyone in the family at Dorado Beach Resort, contact us today and book your summer getaway!

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Welcome to fun times!

Dear Members It’s with great pleasure that I would like to introduce several new members of our team that have joined us over the past few weeks. Jessica Rodriguez is our new Director of Hotel Operations at Plantation Resort Residences. Jessica comes to us from The Sheraton Puerto Rico Hotel and Casino, her expertise in Guest Services and hospitality background will complement the exceptional experience our guests receive at our Resort Residences.

Inside Lifetime News • Spotlight: Jessica Rodriguez

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• Pet Love

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• Easter Brunch

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• 2013 Member & Guest Extravaganza 6-7 • Mothers Day Golf Invitational

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• Saborea

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• Mercado Dorado

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• Real Estate

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• Golf Tip

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• New Members Welcome

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• Talking About Tennis

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• Upcoming Events

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Jessica Rodriguez

As part of our commitment to deliver an exceptional golf experience to all club members and Dorado Beach Resort Guests, we are pleased to announce our new Director of Golf, Chad Campbell who joins us directly from Pinehurst Country Club in North Carolina where he was the Director of Golf.

Chad brings to Dorado Beach a wealth of knowledge in sports and management alike. At Pinehurst he hosted 4 USGA Championships; 1 US Senior Open, 2 US Open and a US Amateur as well as exceeding sales and membership objectives during his tenure. His experience will strengthen our membership community by adding value to every aspect of the game of golf. Plans are to build a golf academy, deliver a calendar of events that will attract member participation and improve everyone’s competitive abilities. As a class A member of the PGA of America, Chad holds a BA in Marketing from Tarleton SU in Texas and is honored with multiple recognitions as an active member in his community. His acceptance to move to Puerto Rico proves that Dorado Beach is the most valued member club on the island and in the Caribbean.

Most of you have met or known Jorge Rodriguez; he is now on board as our Outside Service Manager of the Dorado Beach Golf Operations. Jorge in conjunction with Robert Birtel, Tony Loyola and Joel Ortiz will play an integral role in delivering all these proposed plans as they become available in the months to come.

With NBC/Golf Channel on property between June 1st - 18th, I want to thank everyone for your support, patience and understanding during production. Please check each day with the pro-shop for golf course availability.

I hope everyone has a fantastic summer at the club and if we can do anything to enhance your experience, please let us know.

Chad Campbell

Warm Regards, David R. Tyson, CCM CAM General Manager/COO

Jorge Rodriguez

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Spotlight Jessica Rodriguez – Hotel Manager What do you hope to accomplish in your new role?

I wish to see our great small hotel operation become a world class home away from home for all of our guests!

you have all around the property. But If I have to choose, I really like the Barlovento area. I simply enjoy the ocean breeze!

How many years have you been in the industry?

I’ve been in the hospitality industry since the beginning of 2001 where my first job was as a pantry attendant for a month. After that I was transferred to the front desk and 13 years after here I am.

Outside of work, what do you do for fun?

Play tennis. I’m not a pro but I’ll get there! I love to run, it’s been a while but I hope to pick up on it soon. I enjoy dinner dates with friends & family and spend quality time with them as well.

Whether it’s walking around the mall or having a cup of tea, I simply enjoy the conversation and of course as a good Puerto Rican, who doesn’t like a party here and there!

What do you love most about your new job?

I love driving down the main entrance and see the line of Palm trees. It makes me feel like a movie star!! But most important, I love the passion my team has for what they do. I just know that with them our goal will be accomplished and to know it can be done as a team makes it exciting!

Have you had a chance to explore the property yet? What is your favorite place?

I have and it’s stunning! There are so many wonderful places here that you can choose from but I truly enjoy the great views

What is something you recommend that every Dorado Beach member do here at the resort?

I highly recommend for them to hop on their golf carts and enjoy the ride around the property. To stop and have a fabulous hot dog at Barlovento so that later they can work it out at our fabulous fitness center! Or to simply unwind at one of our great golf courses and the Club House terrace while enjoying their favorite glass of wine. So much to do it’s very difficult just to choose one!

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Exclusive Summer Package!

Summertime, Beach Time, Sun Time, Life Time.

$650.00 per room per night.

Complimentary 5th night on 5-night minimum stays!

Plantation Resort Residences overnight guests enjoy: • One hour complimentary use of kayak at Barlovento • Complimentary bicycle use during stay • $100.00 Food & Beverage resort credit • Family Board Games • Complimentary Welcome amenity • Access Encanto Beach Club, Spa Botánico and Su Casa, by José Andrés Restaurant at the new Dorado Beach, a Ritz Carlton Reserve.

• Exclusive Watermill aquatic adventure park • Barlovento bar and grill with a variety of water sports • Access to our state-of-the art Fitness & Wellness Center • Complimentary 4-Seat Golf Cart to Access Trails and Beach • WiFi, Cable TV, In-room Movies • 20% off on additional nights will be honored after the fifth night.

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Rates are subject to 10% Resort fee and 9% government tax. Rates are based upon availability on double occupancy; maximum of 6 guests per residence. Minimum of three nights is required. Blackout dates and holiday peak season rates surcharges may apply. Resort credit is not transferable or redeemable for cash and cannot be used towards room rate or tax. Unused portions cannot be returned or exchanged. Use of kayak is one per guest and valid for one day during stay. Valid for new bookings only for stays from 6/1/2013 to 8/30/2013. For reservations contact us at 787-626-1001 or dbreservations@doradobeach.com

Pet Love The fourth edition of Pet Love 2013 was held on April 20th with an exhibition Opening Day. The purpose of this event is to increase people awareness of the love and care a pet deserves. Also, this project intends to motivate participants to expand their knowledge in photo editing, investigating artistic styles to enhance photography and best capture those unforgettable moments that fill us with joy, happiness and wellbeing. Funds of this event were donated to “Organizacion Pro Bienestar, Rescate y Adopcion de los Animales Corp.”

First Place Traditional CHARLIE by Emily Birtel

First Place Humor PEANUT by Sarah Gill

First Place Digital Art TANGO in “unconditional Love”

by Kathy Leith

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SPA Botánico Now is your opportunity to experience Spa Botánico at Dorado Beach, a RitzCarlton Reserve!

Indulge in the relaxing spa sanctuary, cool off in the Purification Garden and receive 25% off spa and salon services through September 30, 2013. Be sure to identify yourself as a Dorado Beach Club Member.

Please note that payment for spa services may be made via credit card or cash only.

Please call 787-278-7227 to schedule your services.

Easter Brunch Once again we held our Traditional Easter Brunch with around 250 attendants.

Our Executive Chef Jose Cedeño and his professional team offered an exquisite menu and creative displays. Members, guests and their family enjoyed and exceptional service and delightful brunch while children’s were entertained by the Easter Bunny and Easter hunt.

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2013 Men’s Member & Guest In this years’ 2013 Member & Guest Golf Weekend Extravaganza, members were able to showcase the club to their guests in an ambiance filled with great golf, camaraderie and fun. As 168 players registered friday, they received their “boarding passes” for all social events through the weekend which were planned with very special attention and coordinated along with Chef Cedeño’s culinary team.

Friday night was “Stag Night”, where golfers and spouses enjoyed a night of golf contests, DJ music and open bar.

Saturday morning, spouses had the chance to brunch, meet and chat with jewelry designer Erika Peña while enjoying a glass of Laurent Perrier sponsored by Lexus. The event was a total success and some of her creations were raffled among attendees.

Saturday night was the event that marked the weekend as guests checked in at the International Soiree with live food stations from around the world, live music from Cuenta Regresiva and lots of party and fun! The three day event wrapped up with 5 de Mayo Awards Ceremony Sunday, with authentic Mexican cuisine, great prizes including hotel stays, jewelry pieces and a $10,000.00 gift certificate towards the

purchase of a new Lexus among others.

Members and guests were surprised with mariachis at the end of the event. Our team surpassed members’ expectations whom demonstrated their passion for service throughout the weekend, delivering a memorable event for all. A special thanks to Lexus, our main sponsor, Glenfiddich, Van Gogh Vodka, Zafra 21 Rum, St. James Security, Boston Scientific, Sajo García Alcázar, MAPFRE, Medalla,

Coca Cola, Kury, Relojes y Relojes, Agroservicios, Sportsgroup, Taylor Made, Pukka, Corona, Cuervo and all our partners for supporting the 2013 Member & Guest Tournament.

“It was an unbelievable weekend. Lots of fun and camaraderie. Wow!!! Great team work....”

– Mike Mateo

“Just a few words to congratulate all of you for a great job during this past weekend on the Dorado Beach Member & Guest event. The feedback received from many of participants was “spectacular”, “great” and “the best ever in a long time!!”.

– Hector Ocasio “It was a great event everyone did and excellent job. I can’t wait for next year!”

– Ramon Anchia

Mother’s Day Invitational – May 14 Golf ladies and their guests were treated to a special golf day as a token of appreciation on mother’s day and for their support and dedication to the Club. More than 40 ladies joined us colorfully dressed and were greeted with a delicious breakfast created by our culinary team lead by Chef Cedeño.

Out they went and played 18 holes at the East Course as a special treat awaited in the cart. At the awards ceremony they were received with one of Laura Griffith’s creations, a succulent lunch prepared specially for them and live dj music.

Raffle prizes included hotel stays around the island, wine, gift bags and a 2 night, 3 day stay at Dorado Beach, a Ritz Carlton Reserve. Ladies had fun, the day offered a perfect weather and as some say they were treated as they deserve “As princesses”. We look forward to next year’s event!

“I would like to thank you and your staff for a wonderful outing today. The food and service were marvelous. The golf course was awesome, the staff was most attentive... what can I say, it was a beautiful day and we were treated like princesses. Thanks again for providing us with this wonderful day. Looking forward to the next one. Big hug, PS...The food was marvelous!!! Congrats to the Chef!!!!

– Frances C. Guzman WOW!!!!! I have to congratulate you for the great tournament that we enjoyed yesterday.

All the staff made it happen. Service, excellent food, golf course, raffle, decoration; it was a six star event. We feel proud of our club. Thank you, thank you and again thank you – Tere Ledesma The event yesterday was very well executed and put together by the entire team DB team.

Congratulations.

Golf ran smoothly. Caddies always a nice touch on the par 3s. The food from breakfast, on course food to the superb lunch with live stations was quite memorable. Excellent presentation and I have never seen a live meat station at a member guest. Great touch. The awards were well thought out with many small details from the raffle prizes and bracelets. Showed a lot of work and coordination. Most importantly... it was great to see the entire staff present. Face time often says a lot and we appreciate you taking time to be there. Thank you for taking the time to put together this event. All the feedback has been very positive. And hopefully the bar has been set for next year and future club events.

As a side note, the men’s member guest from the events I attended and the feedback from Carlos’ and his brother was excellent as well.

– Rebekah Alfond Thank you so much for such a Great event!! We really enjoyed it!

Everybody was so happy! My guests had such a good time!

Please thank all the persons involved in the planning !!

You succeeded!!

– Evelyn Baquero

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Saborea What a great day! Saborea Puerto Rico, a Culinary Extravaganza took over the grounds of el Parque del Tercer Milenio in San Juan. Hundreds of people from all corners of the island, the US and beyond arrived to the Saborea village to enjoy a sunny afternoon of food tastings, cool drinks, and entertainment. Chef Cede単o and his culinary team did an amazing job showcasing the creations from Zafra which included chickpeas with chorizo and calasparra rice with clams. A beautiful setting at the main pavilion where more than 500 guests tasted a piece of Zafra.

Kudos to our team for making a great demonstration!

Mercado Dorado In January this year, Dorado Beach Resort began Mercado Dorado, a great initiative to create a vibrant forum in Dorado Beach Resort that connected community residents, members, nearby rural food producers and artists in a mutually beneficial economic and cultural exchange. The atmosphere was casual, the open air commerce enticing, the goods fresh, and the result remarkable. Mercado Dorado became an instant institution. Vendors continue to support the initiative and the list went from 10 to more than 30; and we have also incorporated a monthly charity. We would like to thank all members that support Mercado Dorado as we rely on our members and the community to contribute for its success. Mercado Dorado takes a break from July to September 2013 and reinitiates in October until December 2013 at Plantation Village. If you, or anyone you know is interested in participating as a vendor, please contact us at mercadodorado@doradobeach.com See you in October!

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West Beach -Robb Report “Best of the Best” West Beach, a Ritz Carlton Reserve Residences are feautured in Robb Report’s coveted Best of the Best issue, highlighting the top luxury portfolio of travel and lifestyle experiences from around the world. Celebrating its 25th Edition, Robb Report showcases an overview of the luxury facilities of Dorado Beach with a specific focus on our vacation home offerings.

Media Profile: Robb Report is a luxury lifestyle magazine providing an affluent audience with information about all aspects of luxury pursuits, passions and lifestyles. Special issues include The Car of the Year, Best of the Best, and the Ultimate Gift Guide. Other themed issues cover yachting, real estate, travel, private aircraft, style, and home electronics.

Every issue contains FrontRunners, a survey of the latest developments in the realms of cars, luxury fashion, design, travel and fine jewel; Robb Design Portfolio, showcasing the best of industrial and aesthetic design; and the Robb Gallery, profile of the best products, trends and people. > Circulation: 109,911

Golf Tip

New Members

I don’t like 3-putts, do you?

by Chad Campbell, Director of Golf

• Dr. Andres Emanuelli and wife Elaine Cotto • Chris Stratton and wife Michelle Stratton • Dr. Nestor Aponte Reyes and wife Marisol Rosario • Marcos Cuevas and wife Cecilia Dorador • Gabriel Hernandez and wife Michelle Lopez • Maria de los Angeles Vazquez and husband Eduardo Rojas • Jaime Serrano Cardona and wife Nilma Liz Garces • Guillermo Aviles and wife Glorimar de Jesus • Glen Berger and wife Rachel Cox • Esteban Santos and wife Marie Carmen Fuentes • Juan Colon Aguirre and wife Enid Cabrera • Felix Peña and wife Magda Rodriguez

Most players add strokes to their rounds because of 3-putts and most 3-putts are a result of bad distant control rather than poor direction or aim. A great way to warm up before your round improve your distance control is by doing “The Ladder” drill.

To do the ladder drill; find a flat area around the edge of the putting green. From the edge of the green place a 5 golf balls in a line, in 3 foot increments away from the edge of the green. Start by putting the closest ball to the edge towards the edge of the green then

continue putting the other balls to the same edge. The goal of each putt is to make the ball come to rest within the putterhead of the edge of the green.

Start will a flat putt but don’t be scare to trying the same on uphill or down hill putts. This drill will take some time to master but once you do you will have a better understanding of your putting stroke from different distances. Better understanding leads to better command of your distance control and no more 3 putts!

Once you get comfortable aiming the ball, then you can start adding more power by taking the racquet behind your body more often.

Of course, professional coaching is always the fastest way to improve. The first 5 new tennis players to contact me will receive a free 30 minute tennis lesson.

See you on the courts.

SATURDAY THURSDAY

until October!

PLANTATION VILLAGE | 11AM-5PM

PADDLE UNDER THE MOON

Kayak, Paddle or Float in a truly mystical and magical

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SUNDAY

SATURDAY

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night under this year’s Super Moon! Perfect for the whole family. *Reservations Required | 787-605-5235 watersports@doradobeach.com

BARLOVENTO | 7PM

NOCHE DE SAN JUAN

Enjoy Noche de San Juan and wish upon a lantern

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SATURDAY

When playing against a wall, pick a point on the wall, try to get your strings pointed exactly back to that point. If the ball hits the wall to the left of your target, then your strings were pointed left, if to the right they were pointed to the right and so on.

Join us at the last Mercado Dorado of the season

at midnight. Live Entertainment

*Cabana Reservations

available. Contact loraine.santana@ritzcarlton.com | 787-626-1100

ENCANTO BEACH CLUB | 7PM

SPA BOTANICO OPEN HOUSE

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Experience Spa Botanico in a relaxed setting.

Tour the 5 acres, see the Tree Houses and Purification Gardens and learn about spa services.

Spa surprises await you!

RITZ CARLTON RESERVE | 5:30-7:30PM

NOTTE TOSCANA

Savor exquisite Italian cuisine and incredible

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SATURDAYS

To begin playing tennis is very simple. You don’t even need someone to play with.

Many pro level players started playing tennis against a wall. Playing against a wall is very good for your tennis game. It teaches you the fundamentas of tennis…

CONTACT.

MERCADO DORADO

Tuscan wines. Live pasta stations and more! *Reservations Required.

ZAFRA RESTAURANT | 7:30PM

LATIN JAZZ NIGHTS

Enjoy dinner and Latin Jazz every saturday at the beach this summer!

ENCANTO BEACH CLUB | 7PM-9PM

DRIVE-IN MOVIE NIGHT

SUNDAY

The benefits of tennis are well documented.

The average person burns between 400-500 calories playing singles and 350-450 calories playing doubles.

JUNE

Tennis is one of the sports that is considered a “lifetime” sport. There are people that compete in tournaments into their 90s. The United States Tennis Association (USTA) has every imaginable category of events. Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced tournaments are held each year in categories such as Husband/Wife, Mother/Son, Father/Daughter and many more categories than you can imagine.

JULY

Talking About Tennis

Gather the entire family and join us for a movie night under the stars.

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Adam Lane Dorado Beach Tennis Pro

PLANTATION LAWN | 7PM

ZAFRA GITANA

Discover mysterious & exotic Gypsy flavors!!

Live Music Performance by Fusion Jonda

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*Reservations Required.

ZAFRA TERRACE| 7PM