The Willcox Guest Directory

GUEST DIRECTORY

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WELCOME..................... 5 HOTEL SERVICES.......... 11 CUSTOMIZE YOUR EXPERIENCE................ 17 RESTAURANT & LOBBY BAR..................25 SALON & SPA. . ............39 IN ROOM INFORMATION. . .........45 POINTS OF INTEREST..................... 51 WELLNESS...................65 PETS . . ............................69 KIDS.............................. 77 RETAIL.. ........................83 EVENTS. . ......................89 3

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WELCOME TO

our location, in the heart of historic Aiken, gives you convenient

access to Hitchcock Woods, our equestrian community, numerous golf courses, and downtown boutiques.

During your stay, it will be our staff’s pleasure to attend to all of your needs. From expediting business matters to personal reservations and requests, our entire staff is available to assist you.

Please take advantage of our Restaurant, Salon & Spa, Lobby boutique, outdoor pool and health & wellness opportunities. A complimentary hot breakfast is served in the dining room from 7:00-10:00am. The Restaurant serves daily 11:30am until 10:00pm and Sunday Brunch starting at 9am. The Salon & Spa are open Monday–Friday 9am–5pm, Saturday–Sunday 11am–5pm by appointment only.

In this directory, you will find all the information you need to plan your moments and days at The Willcox. Our Guest Services team is happy to assist with helping you create your personal Willcox experience.

Check out is 11:00am. If your departure schedule does not coincide with this, please contact Guest Services early in the day so we can make every effort to accommodate you.

The Willcox has been welcoming guests for over a century. We encourage you to relax and make yourself at home. If there is anything we can do to make you more comfortable or assist you during your stay, please do not hesitate to ask.

Thank you for choosing The Willcox!

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HISTORY OF THE WILLCOX

The Willcox was built in the late 19th century for well-to do Yankees seeking warmth, light and high society. Aiken was popular with the swells and dandies of the gilded Age and they came in such numbers every winter that the town was dubbed the “Winter Colony.” Great dances were held and ballrooms glittered with candlelight. Old rivals, fiercely competitive but impeccably polite, settled their differences on the polo field. Grand picnics in Hitchcock Woods were laid out with silver, crystal and linen. Politicians, royalty and captains of industry often visited The Willcox.

The far-reaching reputation of The Willcox was built on its atmosphere, impeccable service and excellent cuisine. Famous guests included Winston Churchill, Harold Vanderbilt, W.R. Grace, Elizabeth Arden and Count Bernadette of Sweden. Legend has it that Franklin Delano Roosevelt would ride his private train car to the back door and slip in quietly. The Prince of Wales was regretfully turned away for lack of space. And, The Willcox doormen, sentries of society and taste, assessed the shoes of arriving guests before allowing them inside.

In those days Aiken was known as the Newport of the South, the Queen of the Winter Colonies.

The ideal of the Winter Colony was to play three sports a day: polo in the morning, golf in the afternoon and a hunt after dark, when riding was at its most hazardous. Both the men and the women, having inherited extraordinarily large fortunes from their ancestors, amused themselves with daring pastimes that were just as challenging as labor. Too rich to work, but too active and restless to sit still, they developed in Aiken a hectic style of leisure that became a lifestyle for the privileged.

As grand and graceful as ever, The Willcox continues to draw people from all over the world to enjoy superb personal service, gracious accommodations, excellent cuisine and their individual interpretation of the “Aiken lifestyle.” This treasured piece of Aiken’s history is the living room of the community and a second home to our out-of-town guests.

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SUSTAINABILITY POLICY The Willcox Hotel is committed to minimizing our overall impact on the environment without sacrificing the comfort and enjoyment of our guests.

We strive to conserve water and energy, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve air quality and minimize waste. We educate our employees and suppliers about the importance of environmentally respectful conduct and have an environmentally preferred purchasing policy in place.

People have come to The Willcox for more than a century to enjoy the highest level of service and the beauty of our surroundings. We are committed to preserving this rich legacy for generations to come.

We’ve implemented more than 100 planet friendly practices to make our hotel, restaurant and spa a better place. So when you’re staying with us, dining with us or relaxing with us, rest assured we’re doing everything we can to create a sustainable experience.

GREEN AWARDS • GOLD STATUS DESIGNATION – TripAdvisor’s Green Leader’s Program • GOOD EARTHKEEPING AWARD — SC Hospitality Association • THREE PALMETTO CERTIFICATION — SC Green Hospitality Association • SMART BUSINESS RECYCLING PROGRAM – SC Department of Health and Environmental Control and the SC Department of Commerce

To learn more about our green journey, check out our Sustainability Program on our website (TheWillcox.com) or in our Green Binder in the lobby.

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We are a small and personal hotel, and are grateful to our Aiken community and our guests for their continued support. The following awards would not be possible without them.

RECOGNITION/AWARDS No. 7 Best Hotel in the South 2020 No. 10 Resort Hotel in the South 2020 No. 8 Best Hotel in the USA 2017 No. 2 Best Hotel in the South 2017 No. 45 Best Hotel in the World 2017 No. 7 Best Hotel in the World 2016 No. 2 Best Resort Hotel in the Continental U.S. 2016 No. 1 Resort Hotel in the South 2016 T+L 500 - World’s Best Hotels Top 50 Hotel in the World Top 10 Small Lodge in the USA 2012, 2013

No. 7 Best Hotel in the South – Condé Nast Traveler, 2020 No. 12 Best Hotel in the South – Condé Nast Traveler, 2019 Top 55 Hotels in the World 2013, 2015 Gold List – World’s Best Hotels 2014 Top 20 Best Hotel in the USA 2013, 2014, 2015 Top 10 Perfect Vacations 2014 Top 15 Hotel Spas in the USA 2014 Top 15 Business Travel Hotels in the World 2013

TRAVEL + LEISURE

TRIPADVISOR, 2014, 2015, 2016

No. 1 Best Hotel in the South 2019 No. 2 Best Hotel in the South 2018

Good Earth Keeping Award

SOUTHERN LIVING MAGAZINE’S SOUTH BEST AWARDS

Executive Chef Regan Browell

BEST CHEF’S OF AMERICA, 2013, 2014, 2015

Award of Excellence

WINE SPECTATOR, 2014, 2015, 2018, 2019

CONDÉ NAST TRAVELER

Greenleaders GOLD

S.C. HOSPITALITY ASSOCIATION, 2012

Diners Choice Award

OPENTABLE, 2020

The Willcox Restaurant 2021 TRAVELERS CHOICE AWARD WINNER

I have stayed in many luxury hotels all over the world. There is no doubt that The Willcox is offering what “standard” luxury hotels can’t offer… the feeling of being home.

GUEST

The Willcox…nestled in the heart of thoroughbred horse country… was a favorite haunt of the Astors, Vanderbilts, Whitneys and Harrimans. Most of the guest accommodations feature high ceilings, fireplaces, period antiques, feather beds and plush baths… Rocking chairs line the front porch… A small exercise room and day spa round out the offerings.

ANDREW HARPER HIDEAWAY REPORT “BEST OF THE UNITED STATES”

Guests return to The Willcox, where time slows down to a more relaxed pace – they’ll find a rocking chair for resting their day-trip bones, a guestroom spilling over with modern-day comforts, and a hearty helping of Southern hospitality.

HOME & GARDEN MAGAZINE

The Willcox recalls an age when times were simpler but the pleasures of the season were celebrated with flair THE ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION

What I loved most, other than my huge addictive bed, was just going for a walk around that lovely little town and then returning to the hotel. Stepping inside the foyer, every time it took my breath away a little, the high ceilings, the long couches, the beautiful antiques. Like coming back home, to the kind of Southern home I’ve always wanted. The staff remembered my name and what I like to drink from the last time I was here. The food was close to divine. There’s not another place like this.

GUEST

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HOTEL SERVICES THE RESTAURANT Please join us in our award winning restaurant for a sumptuous meal created by our Executive Chef Marvin Sterling III. Restaurant meals can be enjoyed in the dining room, lobby, front porch, pool side or in the privacy of your room.

Sunday Brunch 9AM–3PM • Breakfast Daily 7AM–10AM • Lunch Daily 11:30AM–3PM Bites 11:30AM–10PM • Dinner Daily 5PM–10PM

LOBBY BAR Relax and enjoy true Southern hospitality. Plush seating areas, a roaring fire and live music are all part of the inviting ambience that make The Lobby Bar a favorite of many guests. Entertainment is available Friday and Saturday evenings, Sunday morning and Sunday evenings, with jazz on Thursday nights.

MEETING & WEDDING FACILITIES Two Meeting rooms, accommodating groups of up to 100 guests are available for business gatherings and social events. The Restaurant, Pool, Lobby and Roosevelt Suite are also available for events. The Willcox can accommodate weddings and events for up to 300 people.

OFF-SITE MEETINGS & EVENTS The same award-winning cuisine and personalized service you enjoy at The Willcox, is also available off premise at the event space of your choice. Willcox customers have the additional venue options of one of our Vacation Rental homes.

SALON & SPA Your relaxation and rejuvenation are the goals of our Salon & Spa. Whether it’s a facial, massage or simply a wash and blow dry, our staff will surround you in gentle comfort. Allow us to make your reservation as early as possible in order to best serve your needs.

Open Monday–Friday 9am–5pm, Saturday–Sunday 11am–5pm by appointment only.

Guests can cancel their appointment 24 hours (48 hours for Spa Packages) prior to service without penalty.

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SPA BOUTIQUE All of the hair, beauty and nail care products used in our Salon & Spa, and recommended for your daily home care regimen, are available through our Spa Boutique. We are pleased to represent the following brands in our Salon & Spa: Phyto hair products, Dermalogica and Intraceutical skin therapies, Glo Minerals makeup, Supergoop SPF, OPI, Moroccan Oil hair products, NuFace microcurrent and LED therapies. Please see Guest Services for assistance or allow us to make an appointment with a Therapist for a complimentary consultation.

LOBBY BOUTIQUE The Aiken lifestyle is reflected in the merchandise on display in our Lobby Boutique. Take a moment to explore and we’re sure you’ll find just the “treasure” to gladden your heart and keep the memories of your visit alive.

POOL Relax in the warmth of a sunny afternoon or after a long day. Our salt water pool is waiting to refresh you. Please note that we do not have a lifeguard on duty, and swimming is at your own risk.

Should you require assistance getting in or out of the pool, please let the front desk know.

CARDIO ROOM For our guests who enjoy keeping fit, we invite you to enjoy our poolside cardio room which is equipped with a treadmill, elliptical trainer and stationary bike to help you keep fit or simply exercise your “jet lag” away.

IN-ROOM FITNESS Turn your guest room into a private fitness center. A yoga mat has been placed in the closet of your room with a menu of exercise equipment and DVD’s that Guest Services will be happy to deliver for your use and enjoyment while our guest.

OFF-SITE FITNESS As our guest, you have complimentary use of Gold’s Gym. Please give your name and present your room key and enjoy full use of the exercise equipment and classes at Gold’s. A schedule of our favorite Gold’s Gym and Aiken Yoga Classes can be found on your desk. A full list of classes can be found on their websites.

BICYCLES Our guests enjoy complimemtary use of our bicycles. Pedego Electric Bike tours and rentals can be arranged by Guest Services for your enjoyment as well. Please contact Guest Services to inquiry about pricing and availability.

HOT WATER BOTTLE TURNDOWN Wishing you a peaceful sleep and pleasant dreams. The Willcox believes that warm sheets and a cloud-soft bed are the beginnings of a restful sleep. Please dial 0 if you would like a hot water bottle added to your bed at turndown.

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SLEEP CONCIERGE Adequate rest improves alertness, productivity, mood and memory, and is crucial to losing body fat. Allow our Sleep Concierge to create the perfect environment for you to achieve your body’s ultimate rest. Our sleep menu can be found in the “Experience Enhancments” section of this directory.

BATH BUTLER Experience a taste of The Spa at The Willcox in your own room, with one of our specially created baths. Soak in a state of tranquility. Allow our Bath Butler to prepare everything for you. Soak in the oversized tub and end your day in total relaxation. Our Bath Butler menu can be found in the “Experience Enhancements” section of this directory. Available in Premium Rooms and all Suites.

SHOE SHINE Complimentary shoe shine is available daily. Please place shoes in the shoe bag in your closet and place outside your door before midnight. Your shoes will be returned, polished by 7a.m. the following day.

DRY CLEANING & LAUNDRY Same day laundry and dry cleaning service is available everyday except Saturday & Sunday.

Laundry bags are hanging in your closet and must be at the Front Desk by 8:00a.m., to ensure they will be back the same day by 7:00p.m.

BUSINESS SOLUTIONS A computer, facsimile, photocopying, printing, shipping and high speed internet access are available 24-hours. Software includes Microsoft Office with Word, Excel and Power Point. Typing is available by appointment and a minimal charge. A desktop computer and printer are available for your use on the second floor of the east wing.

Our meeting spaces have additional business amenities, and our Catering and Events Manager can work with you to accommodate additional needs or requests.

CHARGING STATION A station to charge all your electronic devices is available at the front desk.

NEWSPAPERS The New York Times Digest, USA Today and our local paper will be in the lobby each morning.

Please let Guest Services know if you wish to have the Times Digest delivered to your room daily.

INTERNET Complimentary Wi-Fi is available in all guest rooms, lobby and meeting spaces.

Willcox Guest Password: welcome123

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MOVIES We are pleased to bring DVD players to all of our guest rooms upon your request. Please call guest services for a complete list of complimentary movies and television series on DVD for you to enjoy while a guest at The Willcox.

STAVE PUZZLES For your enjoyment we have Stave puzzles located in the lobby. Stave puzzles are one of a kind wood jigsaw puzzles, hand cut one piece at a time, by a skilled crafter. Request a catalog at the front desk and receive a 25 piece Stave puzzle of The Willcox.

GAMES Board games are available for your enjoyment while a guest at The Willcox. Games are located on the credenza of the east wing of the second and third floor.

CONVENIENCE ITEMS If in the rush to travel you forgot something, the following items will be provided with our compliments upon request: • Band-Aids • Tooth Paste • Shaving Cream • Hand Sanitizer • Mouth Wash • Razor • Insect Repellent • Dental Floss • Feminine Products • Nail Polish Remover • Cough Drops • Contact Lens Solution • Tooth Brush • Deodorant • Lint Brush For your convenience we also have AA and AAA Batteries available for purchase.

GUEST ROOM SNACKS & BEVERAGES A variety of snacks and chilled beverages are located in the honor bar and refrigerator in your bedside table. Food & Beverage items enjoyed will be charged to your room and restocked daily.

Please let Guest Services know if you would like items added or removed from your honor bar.

The Roosevelt Suite refrigerator is in the armoire in the living room.

HORSE CONCIERGE The dedicated Horse Concierge at The Willcox is available to assist you with all of your equestrian needs. The Horse Concierge team provides information on services such as: • Equine Veterinarians • Blanket and Tack Repair • Clipping and Braiding • Farriers • Feed Dealers • Associations • Tack Equipment & Supplies • Trailer Accessories & Repairs • Shows & Events

TRAIL RIDES Slow or fast, we can coordinate up to 2 experienced riders on a guided tour along the clay roads or through the Hitchcock Woods. Horses also available for drag hunt and/or polo.

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DOG CONCIERGE The dedicated Dog Concierge at The Willcox is available to assist you with all of your canine needs. The Dog Concierge team provides information on services such as: • Veterinarian Services • Dog Walking • Dog Parks • Grooming • Dog Bakery • Dog Friendly Restaurants

DOG BOARDING Relax knowing your pet is receiving care, love and attention. Day camp and nightly boarding available with supervised play and swim time.

PET TAGS Should your favorite pet leave the property, we offer complimentary pet tags with our return address for your pet to use while a guest at The Willcox.

AMENITIES FOR GUESTS WITH DISABILITIES The public areas of the hotel have been constructed to ensure access and a specially designed guest room is available to accommodate the physically challenged.

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EXPERIENCE ENHANCEMENTS ROMANCE MENU ..........................................................................................................(Page 18) BATH BUTLER ....................................................................................................................(Page 20) SLEEP CONCIERGE MENU ......................................................................................(Page 21) EXPLORE NEW WORLDS ..........................................................................................(Page 22) MASTER NEW SKILLS ..................................................................................................(Page 23)

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ROMANCE MENU

Culinary, Spa, Adventure & Do Not Disturb Conspiring to create unforgettable moments

CULINARY EXPERIENCES*

– Magical settings for one-of-a-kind evenings

*These culinary experiences must be reserved in advance. Fresh flowers, a guitarist, a trio or a violinist can be arranged for any of the locations

After Hours Spa & Dinner $320 for 3 hours (Includes set up. Beverages, tax and gratuity not included)

Allow us to transform our couples’ spa suite into your own evening spa sanctuary. Relax with a 60 minute couples massage followed by an intimate dinner for two on our private spa terrace. No need to change out of your robes, you’ll have the place to yourselves.

Private Cocktail Class $100 per couple

Enjoy a hands-on cocktail class. Learn trade secrets, new recipes, easy techniques to mix the perfect cocktail and enjoy sampling what you make.

Picnic for Two STARTING AT $40 FOR TWO (Off-site table and linen set up extra)

With our picnic basket in hand, set off for an intimate outing with your love. Enjoy coffee and muffins to watch the sunrise, wine and cheese to enjoy the sunset, an afternoon at Hopeland Gardens or a grand picnic in Hitchcock Woods, laid out with silver, crystal and linen.

Fireside S’mores $20 per couple

Reserved seating in front of the firepit with marshmallows, graham cracker, chocolate, and roasting sticks.

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SPA EXPERIENCES

– Reconnect Body & Mind

Our Salon & Spa offer a full range of services, orchestrated by expert therapists in serene, fire lit rooms for your warmth and comfort. Choose one of our couple’s packages or tailor a more personal spa experience for yourselves.

Couples Retreat 2 hours / $210 each Side by side, couples enjoy a Willcox relaxation massage, petite facials and Willcox signature pedicures

Couple’s Massage 60 Minutes for $180 per couple 90 Minutes for $240 per couple Side by side, couples enjoy simultaneous massages of their choosing

DO NOT DISTURB MENU Rose Petal Turndown

– Heighten romance in the comfort of your guestroom

$85

Your rose petal turndown will include vibrant floral petals, a bottle of champagne, & chocolate dipped fresh fruit.

LOVE Bath Butler

$100

Designed to balance the heart chakra, this sensual, candlelit ritual evokes a deep sense of comfort, inviting you to indulge all of your senses. A tub surrounded by rose petals, rose-scented face towels, rose massage oil, champagne and chocolate-dipped strawberries round out this truly romantic experience perfect for two.

Available in Premium Rooms and Suites

Special Romantic Touches Price based on selections Surprise your loved one with balloons, flowers, love notes and gifts. The items can be placed in your room or anywhere around the hotel.

If there’s something specific you’d like that’s not on our menu, please ask. Your romantic wish is our command.

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BATH BUTLER

Experience a taste of The Spa at The Willcox in your own room, with one of our specially created baths. Soak in a state of sheer tranquility. Allow our Bath Butler to prepare everything for you, or we can deliver the ingredients right to your door. Soak in the oversized tub and end your day in total relaxation.

Bedtime Bath Butler

$45 Realign your natural sleep pattern with this calming, restful bath. Our doTerra Serenity oil bath is enjoyed in a soothing candlelit atmosphere and accompanied by chamomile tea.

LOVE Bath Butler $100 Designed to balance the heart chakra, this sensual, candlelit ritual evokes a deep sense of comfort, inviting you to indulge all of your senses. A tub surrounded by rose petals, rose-scented face towels, rose massage oil, champagne and chocolate-dipped strawberries round out this truly romantic experience perfect for two.

Available in Premium Rooms and Suites

Kid’s Rub-A-Dub-Dub Bath

$35 Bubbles and rubber duckies… it doesn’t get more fun than that! Enjoy splashing around in a warm bubble bath complete with rubber duckies.

Butler drawn baths can be booked through Guest Services at ext. 4522 Available in Premium Rooms and Suites

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SLEEP CONCIERGE For the ultimate sleep experience we invite you to indulge in one of our Sleep Concierge recommendations available in the comfort and privacy of your guestroom.

Sleep Well Tonight

$55

• Cashmere hot water bottle turndown • Meditation DVD with meditation pillow • Bedside Sleep Sound System with 36 natural sounds proven to improve sleep • dōTERRA®’s Serenity oil. A blend composed of individual therapeutic grade oils with known calming properties for you to apply to the bottom of your feet at bedtime to promote a restful sleep.

• Slip Pure Silk Sleep Mask • helps to reduce stretching and tugging on delicate facial skin • keeps skin hydrated • lock in moisture anti-aging properties • luxary Mulberrry Silk

Oxygen Inhalation Therapy 30 min / $35

Utilizing the tranquilizing effects of Rose, Lavender, Peppermint, or Chamomile, our oxygen inhalation therapy is an excellent sleeping aid.

Bedtime Bath Butler $45 Realign your natural sleep pattern with this calming, restful bath. Our doTerra Serenity oil bath is enjoyed in a soothing candlelit atmosphere and accompanied by chamomile tea.

Willcox Relaxation Massage 60 min / $90 or 90 min / $110

A gentle massage that stimulates sensory nerve endings in the skin, which transmit messages through the nervous system to release endorphins, reduce blood pressure and slow heart rate.

Aromatouch Therapy 45 min / $90 doTERRA, therapeutic grade essential oils are gently applied to the body to produce a profound whole-body wellness experience. Benefits include stress management, inflammation reduction, immune support and automonic balance.

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EXPLORE NEW WORLDS SUNDAY POLO AT WHITNEY FIELD

$50 per person (spring and fall) Enjoy an afternoon of polo, cocktails and hors d’oeuvres under the viewing Pavilion.

GUIDED HIKE THROUGH HITCHCOCK WOODS $100 Explore the country’s largest urban forest with a personal guide

HISTORIC TOUR OF AIKEN

$100 Experience the charm, grace and elegance of Aiken on a two-hour guided tour.

AIKEN COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM

$100 Enjoy a private tour and learn about Aiken’s history, the story of Ellenton, education, ecology and the Winter Colony.

HOPELAND GARDENS

$100 Bequeathed to the City of Aiken by Mrs. C. Oliver Iselin, this 14 acre estate was opened as a public garden in 1969. Walk the network of garden paths shaded under 100 year old live oaks on your own or allow us to coordinate a guided tour.

Explore New World experiences must be reserved 48 hours in advance

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MASTER NEW SKILLS PRIVATE COCKTAIL CLASS

$100 per couple Enjoy a hands-on cocktail class. Learn trade secrets, new recipes, easy techniques to mix the perfect cocktail and enjoy sampling all you make.

HORSEBACK RIDE THROUGH HITCHCOCK WOODS

$150 per person Enjoy a two-hour tour of Hitchcock Woods from the saddle with a personal guide.

GOLF LESSON

$100 Enjoy a one-on-one 45-minute golf lesson and learn the physical motion to practice, a method for practicing, and goals for ball flight distance, accuracy and trajectory.

TENNIS LESSON

$100 Enjoy a private one-hour tennis lesson customized to your skill level and ability. You will be amazed at how quickly your game improves once you receive the one-on-one attention your game deserves.

TANGO LESSON

$100 per couple Enter the poetic world of Tango and enjoy a lesson of one of the sexiest dances with your loved one.

PRIVATE YOGA INSTRUCTION

$100 Enjoy yoga in the privacy of your guest room and receive personalized instruction based on you skill level from a certified instructor.

PERSONAL TRAINING

$100 Enjoy a one-hour personal training session catered to your specific level and ability from a certified trainer.

Master New Skills experiences must be reserved 72 hours in advance.

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RESTAURANT Please join us in our award winning restaurant for a sumptuous meal created by our Executive Chef. Restaurant meals can be enjoyed in the dining room, lobby, front porch, pool side or in the privacy of your room.

The Willcox has received high honors for sustainability and is routinely recognized by Wine Spectator, Best Chefs of America and our community for our food, cocktails and staff.

CLICK TO VIEW OUR MENUS

THE LOBBY BAR The Lobby Bar invites you to experience the easy going elegance that so appropriately defines The Willcox experience. Whether your choice is a glass of wine from our award winning wine list, a hand-crafted cocktail or an ice cold beer, immerse yourself in our living room, relax and enjoy true Southern hospitality. Live entertainment is available Tuesday, Thursday and Friday evenings, Sunday mornings and Sunday evenings.

CLICK TO VIEW OUR DRINK MENUS As part of The Willcox’s commitment to environmental stewardship, this menu contains locally sourced, organic and sustainable items wherever possible.

We proudly serve local free range eggs with our breakfast menu items Vegetarian

Gluten Free Option

We proudly serve certified Angus beef

Gluten Free (for people with low tolerance to gluten, not intended for celiacs)

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SALON & SPA Pamper yourself with a relaxing day in The Willcox’s Full Service Salon where overnight guests and day visitors can indulge in both hair and nail services. Services include color, style, and a variety of hair therapies to improve the health of the hair using Phyto and Moroccan Oil products. Nail services include manicures and pedicures.

Open Monday–Friday 9am–5pm, Saturday–Sunday 11am–5pm by appointment.

CLICK TO VIEW OUR SPA MENU GENERAL SALON & SPA INFORMATION Please review the information below before enjoying your spa visit.

SALON & SPA FACILITY Our salon and spa treatments are designed for men and women, and are performed in the comfort of our private treatment rooms. Our staff members are highly trained in their fields, and are licensed and fully certified to ensure that you have the best spa experience possible

APPOINTMENT ARRIVAL TIMES We kindly request that you arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled appointment. This allows our therapists adequate time to thoroughly review your medical history and ensure that you receive appropriate and safe treatment. It also allows you time to decompress and prepare for your treatment.

SPA ETIQUETTE The Willcox Salon and Spa is a haven of tranquility. To safeguard your relaxation and that of other guests, we ask that you turn off your cell phone and speak softly.

IN-ROOM INDULGENCES Enjoy the benefits of select salon and spa services in the comfort and privacy of your room. Call ext.4522 and the front desk receptionist will gladly arrange in room treatments.

GIFT CERTIFICATES Give the gift of good health, great skin and total rejuvenation with a gift certificate for The Willcox Spa.

CANCELLATION POLICY During this time of heightened personal responsibility guests can cancel their appointment 24 hours (48 hours for Spa Packages) prior to service without penalty. If canceling within a 24 hour period, you will be charged for 50% of your scheduled services. No shows 100% of your services.

We offer a 10% percent discount to military personnel, teachers and students on all salon and spa services at The Willcox.

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IN ROOM INFORMATION The Willcox has been welcoming guests for over a century. We invite you to relax and retreat in the comfort of your room. If there is anything we can do to make you more comfortable or assist you during your stay, please do not hesitate to ask.

TELEVISION CHANNEL GUIDE ......................................................................... (Page E2) I-HOME RADIO ............................................................................................................. (Page E14) TELEPHONE SERVICES ........................................................................................... (Page E14) INTERNET ACCESS ................................................................................................... (Page E14) FIREPLACE LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS .................................................. (Page E15) SAFE OPERATIONS .................................................................................................... (Page E15) SECURITY, SAFETY, AND FIRE ......................................................................... (Page E15) Because we are concerned with your well-being, we encourage you to take the precautions identified in this section of our in-room guide.

IN CASE OF ACTUAL FIRE................................................................................. (Page E16) WHEN YOUR ROOM IS THE SAFEST PLACE TO STAY...................................... (Page E16)

The Willcox is a smoke-free facility.

Please feel free to sit on our front porch in a rocker or out by the pool if you wish to enjoy a cigarette or cigar. Guest rooms that have been smoked in will incur a cleaning fee starting at $500 Thank you

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CHANNEL GUIDE To access the TeleGuide please press the Guide button once on the remote control. To access channels by category please press the guide button twice on the remote control.

GENERAL 6 ABC HD 12 CBS HD 26 NBC HD 236 E! Entertainment 237 BRAVO HD 241 Spike HD 242 USA Network HD 245 TNT HD 247 TBS HD 248 FX HD 249 Comedy Central HD 251 Oxygen 252 Lifetime HD SPORTS 206 ESPN HD 208 ESPN U HD 209 ESPN 2 HD 210 ESPN News HD 212 NFL Network HD 213 MLB network HD 215 NHL Network HD 217 Tennis Channel HD 218 Golf Channel HD 605 Sportsman Channel 607 Speed HD 610 Big Ten Network 613 CBS College Sports HD CHILDREN’S SELECTIONS 14 PBS HD 20 PBS HD 296 Cartoon Network 299 Nickelodeon HD 304 TV Land 311 ABC Family

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MOVIES 238 REELZ Channel 254 AMC 253 Lifetime movie Network 258 FOX movie Channel 501 HBO HD 502 HBO 2 HD 503 HBO Signature 504 HBO West HD 505 HBO 2 West 507 HBO Family East 508 HBO Family West 509 HBO Zone HD 559 Independent Film Channel SPECIAL INTEREST 229 HGTV HD 231 Food Network HD 232 Cooking Channel HD 233 GSN 244 Syfy HD 246 TruTV HD 260 WE: Women’s Entertainment 262 SOAPnet 266 Biography Channel HD 267 Documentary Channel 269 History HD 272 LOGO 276 National Geographic HD 277 Travel Channel HD 278 Discovery Channel HD 279 OWN 282 Animal Planet HD 283 Nat Geo WILD 284 Science Channel HD 285 Investigation Channel 287 Military Channel

NEWS & WEATHER 202 CNN HD 204 HLN HD 350 C-Span 351 C-Span 2 353 Bloomberg 356 MSNBC HD 358 Current TV 359 Fox Business network 360 Fox News Channel 362 Weather Channel MUSIC 327 CMT HD 329 BET HD 331 MTV HD 333 MTV2 HD 335 VH1 HD 337 VH1 Classic 338 Gospel Channel 339 Fuse DIRECT TV RADIO 801 Big Band Swing 802 Malt Shop Oldies 803 60’s Revolution 804 70’s Hits 805 80’s Hits 806 90’s Hits 809 Hit Country 810 Red, Rock & Blue 811 Honky Tonk 816 Today’s Hits 823 Showtunes 826 The Spirit 836 Singer-Songwriters 837 Classic Hits Blend 842 Classic R&B

I-HOME RADIO

LISTENING TO THE RADIO • Press and release the Mode Button as needed to turn on the unit and cycle through iPod, FM radio, AUX Line-in modes • In FM mode, press + or – to tune to your desired radio station. You can hold the + or – to scan for the next clear station.

• There are 6 preset stations on your radio: P1 Public Radio P3 Country P5 Adult Contemporary P2 Adult Hits P4 Top 40 P6 Classic Rock • Press the preset button to cycle through these radio stations USING THE AUX LINE-IN JACK

You can play any portable audio device with the standard 3.5 mm head phone jack provided.

• Plug in the provided cord from the back of the iHome clock radio and plug it into your headphone jack on your portable audio device.

• Press and release the Mode button until Aux-in appears in the lower part of the display.

• Turn on and play your device.

TELEPHONE SERVICES Guest Services............................................................................................................................................Dial 4522 Room to Room Calls.....................................................................................................................4 + room number Local Calls.................................................................................................................................................... 9+1+803 Long Distance Calls...................................................................................................... 9 + 1 + area code + number 800 Calls...................................................................................................................................9 + 1 + 800 + number International.....................................................................................9 + 011 + country code + city code + number International Operator Assistance.................................................................................................................. 9 + 00 Operator Assisted Calls................................................................................................ 9 + 0 + area code + number Emergency...................................................................................................................................................0 OR 911 TELEPHONE TARIFFS Local Calls................................................................................................................................................ No Charge Long Distance Calls........................................................................................... $2.00 surcharge + 30¢ per minute International Calls...........................................................................................$3.00 surcharge + $2.00 per minute Directory Assistance Calls...................................................................................................................$3.00 per call Toll Free Calls.......................................................................................................................................... No Charge

INTERNET ACCESS To access The Willcox network please go to Network Connections on your computer and choose Willcox Guest.

Password is welcome123

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FIREPLACE LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS Fireplaces are available for your enjoyment during the cooler months.

If you need assistance lighting your fireplace, please call Guest Services at ext. 4522.

SAFE OPERATIONS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS You can operate the safe with a personal code.

USING YOUR PERSONAL CODE TO CLOSE - you will find the safe open. Close the door and enter any 4 digit number and press the “LOCK” (#) key. The word CLOSED appears.

TO OPEN - Enter your 4 digit number and the safe will OPEN.

SECURITY, SAFETY, & FIRE

Because we are concerned with your well-being, we encourage you to take the precautions identified below: SECURITY • We recommend that all valuables are placed in the room safe.

• Close the door securely whenever you are in your room and use all of the locking devices provided. Be sure that connecting doors are locked properly.

• Know who is at your door. If it is a hotel employee, you should verify this by calling the front desk.

• Do not leave room keys on tables or in the spa or any other places where they can be easily lost or stolen.

• If you see or hear any suspicious activity, please report your observations to management.

SAFETY • Please observe all signs posted for your safety in the cardio room, pool and spa.

• Please watch young children at all times, especially around the exercise equipment, pool, spa & dining room areas.

• Use the hand railing provided at stairways and exits.

FIRE • Upon arrival at your guest room, note the floor plan, location of emergency exits, fire extinguishers, and fire alarms.

• Memorize the location of at least two emergency exits, including which side of the hall they are on.

Count the number of doors to the nearest exit.

• Practice how to lock and unlock your door. Try practicing with your eyes closed so you can exit easily if the room is dark or if smoke is present.

• Keep your door key in a convenient place where you can find it easily – such as the nightstand. Always take your key when leaving the room. It is important to be able to get back in the room if exits are blocked.

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IN CASE OF ACTUAL FIRE • Call the front desk by dialing 4522. Give your room # and whether you smell smoke or hear an alarm ringing.

• If you cannot reach the front desk, call the fire department by dialing 911 on your in-room telephone.

• Plan your escape immediately via the nearest stairway exit.

• Never take the elevator, even if fire is just suspected. The fire’s heat can short-circuit elevator wiring.

• Do not pack items—leave your room immediately.

• Check your room door with your hand. If the door or doorknob is warm, do not open the door. Please see next page for instructions.

• If the door is not warm, crouch down, brace a foot against the door, and open it slowly. Stay low or crawl when leaving your room to avoid smoke or odorless carbon monoxide. Close door behind you.

• If the path is clear, proceed to the nearest exit. Move quickly along the same side of the wall as you exit and stay low. Open stairway doors carefully and check closely for any sign of smoke.

• Proceed downstairs, holding onto the railing for security.

• Meet out in the Colleton Avenue median, alert Hotel Management to the status of any other guest you are aware of in the building. Do not re-enter the building until approved by an emergency personnel.

WHEN YOUR ROOM IS THE SAFEST PLACE TO STAY • Notify the front desk of your situation. If unable to reach the front desk, call 911.

• A well-prepared room is your best defense if a safe, speedy exit is not possible.

• Keep the room door closed. Stuff wet sheets or towels at the base of the door and in all door cracks and vent openings in the room and bathroom to prevent smoke from entering.

• Fill the bathtub with water immediately in the event fire interrupts the water supply.

• Quickly wet everything using the room’s ice bucket or wastebasket. Walls, bedding, and your clothes should be kept completely saturated.

• Turn off your air conditioner, fireplace, or heater to keep smoke from entering the room.

• Do not open or break the windows – this may add fuel to the fire. If your window opens without force, open it quickly and hang a sheet or towel outside to notify fire officials of your location. Then close the window quickly. Break the window only as a final means of escape.

• Jumping from above the third floor is usually more dangerous than waiting out the fire. There are many recorded cases of fire destroying areas all around a saturated room and guests surviving more than two hours in a trapped situation. Keep everything as wet as possible.

• Move drapes and anything flammable away from the window.

• Stay low and avoid inhaling smoke.

• Help filter smoke by tying a wet towel around your nose and mouth, folding it into a triangle, and placing the corner in your mouth.

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POINTS OF INTEREST ACTIVITIES & ADVENTURES HIKING, PARKS & NATURAL FEATURES .............................................. (Page F2) GOLF ...................................................................................................... (Page F3) EQUESTRIAN ......................................................................................... (Page F4) POLO........................................ (Page F4)

HORSE RACING . . ..................... (Page F6)

FOX HUNTS . . ............................ (Page F4)

STEEPLECHASE........................ (Page F6)

HORSE SHOWS........................ (Page F5)

DRIVING . . ................................. (Page F6)

EVENTING.. .............................. (Page F5)

RIDING LESSONS . . ................... (Page F6)

YOGA, FITNESS, PILATES, TAI CHI, QIGONG AND CHIOGALATES .. . (Page F7) HUNTING .............................................................................................. (Page F7) SHOPPING ............................................................................................. (Page F8) MUSEUMS . . ............................................................................................. (Page F8) THEATRES & CONCERTS ..................................................................... (Page F9) ANTIQUES ............................................................................................(Page F10) ART SHOWS . . ........................................................................................(Page F10) HISTORIC TOURS ................................................................................(Page F11) ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS . . ........................................................................(Page F11)

CHURCH DIRECTORY . . .........................................................(Page F12) TRANSPORTATION .................................................................(Page F12) AREA MEDICAL ..........................................................................(Page F13)

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ACTIVITIES & ADVENTURES People here enjoy just about every outdoor kind of fun short of mountain climbing. And you have to start with horses. For more than 100 years, Aiken has been the training ground for all the great equestrian sports.

But if your sport doesn’t require a bucket of oats, the golf courses are world class. And for those who enjoy nature and walking, the area offers plenty of public parks, and tranquil gardens. For true outdoor junkies, hunting, fishing, boating and water sports abound at nearby lakes and state parks, and numerous paths provide endless hours of hiking and biking.

Feel free to tour our downtown, too. It’s home to historic landmarks, mom-and-pop shops, a mix of restaurants, art galleries, museums, boutiques, specialty shops, antiques and a performing arts theatre.

HIKING, PARKS & NATURAL FORESTS Boredom is not a word in Aiken’s dictionary. In fact, with so much to do and see, there is simply no time to even look up the word. Outdoor activities abound year round in Aiken and surrounding towns. The area has an outstanding series of parks, hiking trails and nature features including: HITCHCOCK WOODS Seven entrances, easiest is the corner of Laurens St. and South Boundary • 803.641.1111 One of the largest urban forests in the country, Hitchcock Woods has over 2,000 acres of natural beauty and quiet solitude. Points of interest include: Sand River, an unusual feature that has been the source of folklore and Indian legends; Cathedral Aisle, formerly a portion of the Hamburg to Charleston Railway; and Ridge Mile Track, built for training horses in the 1920s and ‘30s. There are also miles of marked trails for hiking and riding.

HOPELAND GARDENS 135 Dupree Place, Aiken SC • 803.642.7650 Given to the City of Aiken by Mrs. C. Oliver Iselin, this 14 acre estate was opened in 1969 as a public garden.

The gardens boast a beautiful network of paths shaded under 100 year old live oaks. Open from 10am to sunset, Hopelands Gardens is a leisurely activity for all ages. Take a stroll and experience reflection ponds, fountains, the “Dollhouse,” home to the Aiken Garden Club, and three of Aiken’s iconic “Horseplay” statues. During the Christmas season, a visit to Hopelands Gardens is a must to witness the awe-inspiring light displays.

SILVER BLUFF AUDUBON CENTER AND SANCTUARY 4542 Silver Bluff Rd, Jackson, SC • 803.471.0291 Here you can canoe, bird watch, hike and kayak in 3,154 acres of pine forest, hardwood bottomlands, open fields, lakes and streams. More than 200 species of birds live here, from wood storks to redheaded woodpeckers and bald eagles. https://sc.audubon.org/chapters-centers/silver-bluff-audubon-centersanctuary COKER SPRINGS 645 Coker Springs Road, Aiken SC, 29801 This historic site was part of an original land grant to Ephraim Franklin in 1791. It served as the primary watering source for the Town of Aiken until about 1890 and was a gathering place for servants to do the laundry. The spring is covered with a springhouse constructed in the 1800s and restored in 1972.

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AIKEN STATE PARK 1145 State Park Road, Windsor, SC • 803.649.2857 Set against the calm, winding South Edisto River, Aiken State Natural Area is a popular destination for the family or a budding naturalist. It offers canoeing in the river, peaceful picnicking, fishing in the river and the park’s spring-fed lakes, campground and trailside camping and hiking trails.

BOYD POND PARK 373 Boyd Pond Road, Aiken, SC • 803.642.0314 The park has miles of hiking and walking trails, mountain bike trails, a 30-acre fishing pond, picnic areas, playgrounds, and much more.

AUGUSTA CANAL 1450 Green St. #400, Augusta, GA • 706.823.0440 This canal is the nation’s only industrial power canal still in use for its original purpose. It was built in 1845 to harness the water and power of the Savannah River, The Augusta Canal offers history, recreation, and unique experiences along with miles of towpath, trail, and waterway.

GOLF

Golf is not just a pastime in Aiken; it’s part of the city’s soul. The Masters Tournament is held just 30 minutes from The Willcox at the Augusta National in Georgia. And though the famous course, with its fabled fairways and gem-like greens is private, just being nearby imparts headiness for golfers and fans alike.

There is an array of world-class courses down the road from Aiken, open to the public. Anyone who has swung a club in competition or just for pleasure’s sake will feel the thrill of golf at its finest.

AIKEN GOLF CLUB 555 Highland Park Dr. Aiken, SC • 803.649.6029 This picturesque course is nestled among the foliage of Hitchcock Woods. The par 70 course may look easy at first glance, but even the most experienced golfer would disagree after a few holes.

WOODSIDE PLANTATION 1000 Woodside Plantation Dr. Aiken, SC • 803.649.3383 Enjoy world class golf, vibrant tennis and pickleball facilities, resort style swimming pool, a casual meal in Mulligan’s grill or celebrate with an intimate evening in the Charleston Dining Room.

CEDAR CREEK GOLF CLUB 2475 Club Dr. Aiken, SC • 803.648.4206 The gently rolling sand hills and pine forests of Aiken, South Carolina have provided the perfect canvas for renowned golf course architect Arthur Hills. The Golf Club at Cedar Creek has a “distinctively wooded feel” as it wanders throughout the topography of the region.

MIDLAND VALLEY GOLF CLUB 151 Midland Dr. Graniteville, SC • 803.663.7332 Ann Ellis Maples designed a golf course that features towering pines with the feeling of being in a cathedral.

Midland Valley Golf Club has significant terrain changes throughout the course. It is the site of the U.S. Open qualifiers and U.S. Senior Amateurs.

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EQUESTRIAN

High-stepping horses prance the old roads of Aiken, which are sometimes paved for cars but just as often left Carolina clay for tender treatment of hooves. Hitchcock Woods, with its soft tawny floor of pines needles is a step away from The Willcox. It is one of the largest urban forests in America, more sizeable than Central Park and wilder by far, with a blond river of sand curling through it. Park trails lead to hidden wildflower glens and riding rings. This is true horse country: polo, steeplechase, fox hunting and thoroughbred racing are enthusiastically enjoyed winter and spring, with the Aiken Triple Crown taking place here in March.

POLO

Polo season is September through November and March through June. Tournament games are played during the week and weekends. Club polo games are Sundays at 3 p.m. in downtown Aiken.

For specific schedules, visit www.aikenpolo.net. Local polo clubs include: AIKEN POLO CLUB (803) 643-3611 • www.aikenpoloclub.org The Aiken Polo Club is one of the oldest and most historic clubs of its kind in the United States. It held its first game on Whitney Field in 1882 and joined the United States Polo Association before the turn of the century. Over the ensuing years, the Aiken Polo Club became the winter playground for many of America’s polo legends, including 10-goalers Tommy Hitchcock, Harry Payne Whitney and Devereux Milburn.

NEW BRIDGE POLO 862 New Bridge Rd, Aiken, SC • 803.648.3699 • www.newbridge.com East of town in the picturesque countryside of rolling hills and southern pines, this 861 acre development provides five world class polo fields in a private gated-community.

FOX HUNTS

A traditional Winter Colony pastime, fox hunting and drag hunts take place in Hitchcock Woods. Area hunt clubs also sponsor the annual Blessing of the Hounds, a fall hunt meet, a hunter pace in Hitchcock Woods, and the spring horse show in Hitchcock Woods. Local fox hunting clubs include: AIKEN HOUNDS 803.643.3724 Huntline • 803.270.7392 For Huntline Secretary • www.aikenhounds.com The Aiken Hounds was established in 1914 by Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Hitchcock of Long Island and recognized by the MFHA in 1916. The Hitchcocks bought approximately 3,000 acres of woodland and open fields, which they intersected with miles and miles of drag lines. During the regular hunt season (mid October – mid March), the Aiken Hounds meet on Tuesday at 2:00p.m. and on Saturdays at 9:00a.m.

WHISKEY ROAD FOXHOUNDS HUNT 2016 Whiskey Road, Aiken, SC • 304.545.7628 • www.whiskeyroadfoxhounds.com The Whiskey Road Foxhounds Hunt was established in April of 1976. The WRFH is registered with MFHA and regularly hunts large tracts of land in Aiken, Allendale, Bamberg, Lexington, Saluda and Hampton Counties. Cubhunting begins in October. The formal season begins with Opening Meet, which is held in November. Hounds go out 2 times per week, Thursdays and Sundays, through mid-March.

BELLE MEAD HUNT STABLES 3532 Wrightsboro Rd, Thompson, GA • 706.595.4830 Belle Meade Hunt was founded in 1966 and recognized by the MHFA in 1970. Belle Meade Hunt is located in Thomson, Georgia. Reservations to hunt with Belle Meade must be made in advance through the Hunt Secretary.

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HORSE SHOWS EQUUS EVENTS • 1410 Alpine Drive, Aiken SC • 803.643.5698 Premiere hunter and jumper events throughout the southeast. Their main purpose is to create and run exhibitor friendly horse shows which also excel in the highest level of quality, competition, and most importantly hospitality.

PROGRESSIVE SHOW JUMPING 198 Gaston Road, Aiken, SC • 803.649.3505 Through making safety a priority and awarding accomplishments, the shows give you and your horse the opportunity to gain the confidence to compete in this exhilarating sport.

HORSE SHOW IN THE WOODS The annual Aiken Horse Show is held at the legendary show ring in the Hitchcock Woods. Founded by Louise Hitchcock in 1916, the Aiken Horse Show is one of the most elegant and historic affairs in Aiken’s lively sporting calendar. This prestigious and popular event attracts equestrians in many disciplines and loyal spectators from the Southeast.

EVENTING

January, February & March are months in which Aiken becomes the center of eventing on the East Coast. Aiken’s eventing snowbirds include some of the top names in the sport, including Phillip Dutton, Sally Cousins & Corinne Ashton.

FULL GALLOP FARM 3828 Wagener Rd, Aiken SC • 803.215.6590 • www.fullgallopfarm.com JUMPING BRANCH FARM 179 Fox Pond Rd, Aiken SC • 803.645.1098 • www.jbfarm.com PARADISE FARM 4069 Wagener Rd, Aiken SC • 803.640.4918 • www.paradisefarmaiken.com STABLE VIEW FARMS 117 Stable Dr, Aiken, SC • 484.356.3173 • www.stableviewfarm.com

HORSE RACING

The Aiken Trials Began in 1942 as a way to give young horses in training the enlightening opportunity to experience every aspect of live racing, the Aiken Trials has become a time honored tradition as the first leg of Aiken’s Triple Crown events, held annually for three consecutive Saturdays in March. The jockeys are local exercise riders who have an afternoon in the spotlight after paying their dues exercising horses each morning (in all weather) throughout the year.

AIKEN TRAINING TRACK 420 Mead Avenue, Aiken, SC • 803.648.4631 Established in 1941, the Aiken Training Track has had 39 Thoroughbred Champions call this place home at one time or another. Steeped in history and charm and seasoned with a great deal of character, the Aiken Training Track hosts the Aiken Trials.

THE TRACK KITCHEN 803.641.9628 Open 7 days a week during training season from 7a.m. till noon. Nestled in close proximity to the Whitney Trust barns, diners can visit with horses in the paddocks adjacent to the restaurant before enjoying the many signature items that make dining at the Track Kitchen a pleasurable experience.

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STEEPLECHASE AIKEN STEEPLECHASE 528 Two Notch Rd. SE • 803.648.9641 Influential horseman including Thomas Hitchcock, Temple Gwathmey and Harry Worchester Smith founded the Aiken Steeplechase Association in Aiken in 1930. The first official race was run in Hitchcock Woods, and more than 1,000 people gathered to watch. Aiken has been home to many steeplechase greats and exceptional trainers. Whether it is fact or fiction, the universal truth is that horses will always reign supreme in Aiken’s history and in her future, every spring and fall.

DRIVING AIKEN DRIVING CLUB www.aikendrivingclub.com Founded in 1985 by the late Clifford S. Gerde, The Aiken Driving Club has grown from a handful of drivers to a membership of more than 200 individuals and families. Drives are in the Hitchcock Woods, Hopeland Farms, the Winter Colony District and other private facilities in Aiken and surrounding counties.

KATYDID FARM 359 State Park Rd. Windsor, SC • 803.295.6785 • www.katydidfarm.com

RIDING LESSONS

There’s no such thing as holding your horses in Aiken. There are steeplechases, fox hunts, polo matches and other competitive events. The streets downtown have names like Citation Drive, Ruffian Road and Saratoga Street, and the sidewalks feature a herd of life-size fiberglass horses. And it pays to learn how to ride. If you get the itch, one of the businesses below can help.

ALMOST HEAVEN STABLES 220 Golf Course Rd. Warrenville, SC • 803.663.3001 Offers lessons, trail rides, boarding, horse camps and birthday parties.

JUMPING BRANCH FARMS 803.645.1098 Riding lessons, training and boarding DEVONWOOD FARMS 215 Woodward Dr. Aiken, SC • 803.502.1000 Offers a range of services to educate and train in the area of horseback riding, to all age groups and levels of riding. Our instructors teach English and Western riding to students ranging from beginner to advanced.

BLACK FOREST EQUESTRIAN CENTER 803.644.6644 Boarding and training.

YOGA, FITNESS, PILATES, TAI CHI, QIGONG AND CHIOGALATES

If you’ve come to escape, we’ve got the solution to help tune out the the distractions.

Ask The Willcox staff to arrange yoga, Pilates, Tai chi, Qigong and Chiogalates classes to

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relieve stress, decompress and drown out life’s clutter.

AIKEN YOGA 116B Pendleton Street SW, Aiken, SC • 803.514.8833 If you’ve come to escape, we’ve got the solution to help tune out the distractions. Take yoga, Pilates, Tai chi, Qigong or Chiogalates classes at Aiken Yoga, the perfect place to relieve stress, decompress and drown out life’s clutter. Private instruction can be organized through Guest Services.

CLUB PILATES 161 S Aiken Ln Ste 410, Aiken, SC • 803.262.5184 • clubpilates.com Club Pilates is different than any other workout or club. A complete list of services and classes on website.

GOLD’S GYM 101 Corporate Pkwy, Aiken, SC 29801 • www.goldsgym.com/aikensc • 803.648.4653 Willcox guests are invited to use Gold’s Gym free of charge A schedule of our favorite group classes can be found on your desk. A complete list of Gold’s Gym and Aiken Yoga classes can be found on their websites.

H.O. WEEKS CENTER 1700 Whiskey Rd. Aiken, SC • 803.642.7631 Racquetball court, aerobics room, outdoor basketball courts, tennis center, outdoor walking trails, and a picnic center.

HUNTING

Hunting, particularly dove, quail, turkey and deer are a large part of Aiken’s culture. Many Willcox guests enjoy excellent seasonal hunting in beautiful green fields and natural southern pine forests.

CAROLINA STAR GUN & HUNT CLUB 371 Cedar Branch Road Windsor, SC • 803.649.0878 QUAIL TROUGH HUNTING PRESERVE 2032 Edgefield Highway Aiken, SC • 803.648.5483 NATIONAL WILD TURKEY FEDERATION 77 Augusta Road, Edgefield, SC • 803.637.3106 Devoted to the conservation of turkeys, advocating for responsible hunting practices, and hunters’ rights, the National Wild Turkey Federation is just a short drive away in Edgefield, SC. The facility offers many educational opportunities, a shooting range, as well as providing legal hunting locations. If you are looking to hunt turkeys during your stay, National Wild Turkey Federation is your contact!

TURKEY RIDGE PLANTATION 1733 SC-23, Edgefield, SC • 864.992.0211 Turkey Ridge Plantation is a private and exclusive sportsman’s paradise in the heart of the Piedmont region of South Carolina. Turkey Ridge promises a pristine hunting experience with a guide who knows what you are looking for each and every hunt. Hunt for quail and chukar with the experts at Turkey Ridge Plantation.

Reservations can be made for a three hour hunt for two shooters with a guide, guide dogs, and you’ll leave with your birds cleaned and packaged.

SHOPPING

For those just discovering the heart of Aiken, it’s one of those special experiences Southerners call a “sercie,” a pleasant surprise that seems planned with them in mind. Such a remarkable collection of hip

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and trendy shops and eateries might be expected in large cities, but less likely in a quiet Southern town that invites strolling amid colorful flowers and towering trees. Yet here they are.

In Aiken, one-of-a-kind shops continue to open. Its complex demographics make it a desirable relocation destination in the Southeast, and by extension, a good place to do business.

Affordables Apparel Aiken Dry Goods Cyndi’s Sweet Shoppe Caroline’s Boutique Downtown Dog Equine Divine Folly Fox and Lady

Lionel Smith Menagerie Nandina Pitter Patter Plum Pudding Return Engagement Three Monkeys York Cottage Antiques

MUSEUMS AIKEN COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM 433 Newberry St. Aiken, SC • 803.642.2015 Located in a former Winter Colony mansion, this museum displays items and clothing that reflect the county’s history, as well as a nature room that exhibits flora, fauna, and geology of the area. The shell of a temporary observatory, built by German scientists for viewing the Transit of Venus in the late 1800s, is adjacent to the museum.

AIKEN VISITORS CENTER AND TRAIN MUSEUM 406 Park Ave. SE. Aiken SC • 803.293.7846 The Train Museum, located on the second floor, has nine dioramas that depict the towns along the original South Carolina Canal and Railroad Company right of way. This railroad became the first designed steam powered commercial railroad in the United States and the longest railroad in the world.

Operating hours are Tues-Fri 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM and Sat 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM SRS HERITAGE MUSEUM 224 Laurens Street SW. Aiken SC • 803.648.1437 Non- profit organization established to preserve and interpret the role of the Savannah River Site in winning the Cold War. It focuses on technical and scientific achievements, sociological impacts, and ecological accomplishments. Activities include a range of education and outreach programs.

10:00 AM TO 2:00 PM on Saturday THOROUGHBRED RACING HALL OF FAME 135 Dupree Place SW, Aiken, SC • 803.642.7631 Commemorating locally trained horses that are national champions and have won fame on tracks and fields across the nation, this hall of fame is filled with a variety of horse racing memorabilia and awards.

DUPONT PLANETARIUM 471 University Parkway, Aiken, SC 29801 • 803.641.3654 The DuPont Planetarium exists to inspire others to explore the majesty of the heavens. Visitors age 4 and up attend public shows presented every Saturday.

AIKEN RAILROAD DEPOT 406 Park Avenue, SE Aiken, SC • 803.293.7846 Built on the grounds of the original train depot, the Aiken Railroad Depot serves as Aiken’s Visitor Center

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and Train Museum. The railroad played a vital part in the history of Aiken and the train museum serves as an homage to this. The museum includes detailed dioramas depicting the history and a guide at the front desk to walk you through some more interesting facts! This is a great activity for children, train enthusiasts, and history buffs. It is open Tuesday-Friday 10am to 5pm and Saturday 9am to 2pm and free to the public.

THEATRES & CONCERTS AIKEN MALL CINEMAS (MOVIES) 300 East Gate Drive, Aiken, SC • 844.462.7342 This movie theater offers eight screens premiering new films.

RIVERWATCH LUXURY CINEMAS 832 Cabela Dr, Augusta, GA • 706.723.1502 First Class Seating Recliners in all auditoriums. Bargain Matinees Daily Before 6pm.

USC AIKEN CONVOCATION CENTER 471 University Parkway, Aiken, SC • 803.641.3587 The Aiken Convention Center is home to The Pacers and venue for many of the Southeast’s best concerts, shows and conferences.

AIKEN COMMUNITY PLAYHOUSE 126 Newberry St. SW, Aiken, SC • 803.648.1438 The Playhouse began in 1952 with an investment of $64 and the desire to produce a play. Rehearsals were first held in the homes of members. Today the Playhouse boasts an annual schedule of fantastic performances.

SUMMER CONCERT SERIES AT HOPELAND GARDENS 135 Dupree place, Aiken, SC • 803.642.7361 A picnic supper, a blanket, family and friends make for a perfect Monday evening May through August as local and regional artists perform at the Roland H. Windham Performing Arts Stage. Concerts begin at 7 and admission is free. During the Spring you can also enjoy the Hopeland Gardens Concert Series.

AIKEN PERFORMING ARTS GROUP 100 Berrie Road (Rye Patch), Aiken SC • 803.643.4774 A presenting organization in Aiken that seeks out nationally and international recognized performing artists. They have been enhancing the art community in Aiken since 2005 and hold performances in the Center for the Performing Arts. Check the APAG website for any shows schedules during your stay.

AIKEN SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA 262 Eastgate Drive, PMB 440 Aiken, SC • 803.220.7251 Created in 2015, Aiken Symphony Orchestra has been a great addition to the world of art in Aiken. The symphony has some of the finest orchestra players residing in South Carolina and Georgia. Check the Aiken Symphony Orchestra website for possible shows during your stay.

JOYE IN AIKEN P.O. Box 5538 Aiken, SC 29804 Joye in Aiken is a nonprofit organization dedicated to making the very best in the performing arts available

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to our citizens, and especially our students. In the last 11 years Joye has brought 450 musicians, actors and dancers at the top of their disciplines (primarily from The Juilliard School) to participate in the weeklong Performing Arts Festival held each March, where a wide variety of events are made available to the public at low or no cost.

ANTIQUES

Aiken becomes a regional fine art and antiques destination when the Aiken Center For the Arts hosts its annual Antique Show and Sale. This event brings antique hunters from all over the Southeast.

Local dealers include: AIKEN ANTIQUE MALL 112-114 Laurens Street SW, Aiken, SC • 803.648.6700 Enjoy a variety of antiques in this multiple owner antique mall. Items change daily so visit often!

ANTIQUES AND MORE 640 E Pine Log Rd, Aiken SC • 803.644.1060 ANTIQUE EMPORIUM 321 Richland Avenue W, Aiken SC • 803.643.9922 YORK COTTAGE ANTIQUES 409 Hayne Avenue SW, Aiken, SC • 803.642.9524

ART SHOWS AIKEN CENTER FOR THE ARTS 122 Laurens St. SW, Aiken, SC • 803.641.9094 The center features regular gallery exhibits by local, state, and regional artists. The center also hosts programs and events throughout the year.

AIKEN ART ANNEX 144 Fairfield Street. SW, Aiken, SC Three beautiful and unique spaces dedicated to the appreciation of the arts in Aiken.

HISTORIC TOURS THE HISTORIC AIKEN TROLLEY TOUR 406 Park Ave SE Aiken SC • 803.293.7846 This trolley tour starts at the Aiken Railroad Depot and offers an air conditioned, enclosed vehicle to show you around Aiken. On the tour you will see historic homes and churches, equestrian sites, the site of the Civil War’s Battle of Aiken, and the live oak canopy on South Boundary. This is a great way to quickly get a feel for Aiken and it’s history! These tours are held on Saturday mornings at 10am at a cost of $15 per person, reservations are encouraged.

TAILORED TOURS OF AIKEN Aiken SC, 803.295.3870

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Tailored Tours of Aiken offers more personal tours and a wider variety of interests. Tour topics include; historic Aiken, Aiken’s Cottages, Aiken and a Plantation, and Haunted Aiken. All tours are typically driving tours but a few walking tours are also available. These tours range in price from $15-$25 per person and reservations are recommended. If you don’t see a tour that peaks your interest, tours can be tailored to your personal interests!

ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS

So you’re thinking about bringing the entire family to Aiken, and you’re trying to figure out how to please everyone, right? No problem. Even the kids will be entertained. Boredom is not a word in Aiken’s dictionary.

In fact, with so much to do and see, there is simply no time to even look up the word.

WILLCOX KID’S PROGRAMMING The Willcox is pleased to offer a variety of children’s programming that includes custom created exploration hours with activities such as scavenger hunts, nature hikes, art and crafts, children’s spa treatments, and cooking classes.

AIKEN COUNTY LIBRARY 314 Chesterfield Street, Aiken, SC • 803.642.2020 PLAY LAND OF AIKEN 951 B Dougherty Rd. Aiken, SC • 803.226.0096 PlayLand of Aiken is a Family Owned Indoor Playground. It offers a play area, filled with traditional playground equipment such as slides, climbing tunnels, trampoline, climbing wall, obstacle course and designated toddler area.

DUPONT PLANETARIUM University of South Carolina Aiken • 471 University Parkway, Aiken, SC • 803.641.3313 Science looms large at USC Aiken, and the centerpiece of the Ruth Patrick Science Education Center is the DuPont Planetarium. Housing four state-of-the-art telescopes, a graphics projector and an automated special-effects system, the planetarium offers programs for students of all ages and the community. Its hands-on approach to teaching is designed to help people experience the power of science and mathematics, as well as the interest and fun of discovery.

EDVENTURE – CHILDREN’S MUSEUM 211 Gervais Street Columbia, SC • 803.779.3100 EdVenture is appeals to families and children around the state as well as visitors to the Midlands. Permanent exhibits and programs, along with a vibrant schedule of changing exhibits, will entice return visitors and new arrivals. EdVenture is the largest children’s museum in the Southeast. With award-winning exhibits and programming, there is something for every child to discover, experience and understand. Open Tuesday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m.

RIVERBANKS ZOO 500 Wildlife Parkway Columbia, SC • 803.779.8717 From elephants and koalas to penguins and sharks, formal gardens to natural woodlands, Riverbanks Zoo and Gardens promises new discoveries around every corner.

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CHURCH DIRECTORY BAPTIST FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH

PRESBYTERIAN FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

120 CHESTERFIELD ST 803.648.5476 • Corner of York St and Richland Ave Worship – 8:45AM AND 11:00AM Sunday School – 9:45AM

224 BARNWELL AVE NW 803.648.2662 • Corner of Laurens St & Barnwell Ave Worship – 8:45am and 11:00am

CATHOLIC SAINT MARY HELP OF CHRISTIANS

EPISCOPAL SAINT THADDEUS EPISCOPAL CHURCH

138 FAIRFIELD ST SE 803.649.4777 • Corner of Park Ave and York St Sunday Mass – 8:30AM AND 11:15AM, 5:00PM

125 PENDLETON ST SW 803.648.5497 • Corner of Pendelton Street and Richland Avenue Worship – 7:45am, 9:00am and 10:30am

METHODIST SAINT JOHN’S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

104 NEWBERRY ST NW 803.648.6891 • Corner of Newberry St. and Richland Avenue Worship – 8:30, 9:02 AND 11:00AM

TRANSPORTATION AIRPLANES

• AMERICAN AIRLINES | 1.800.433.7300 •C ONTINENTAL AIRLINES Reservations 1.800.525.0280 • DELTA CONNECTION CARRIER 1.800.282.3424 • UNITED AIRLINES | 1.800.241.6522

AIRPORTS

• A IKEN REGIONAL AIRPORT 803.648.7803 129 Aviation Blvd, Aiken, SC 29805

AUTOMOBILE RENTALS

• ALAMO RENT A CAR • 1.800.992.9823 • AVIS • 1.800.831.2847 • ENTERPRISE • 1.800.736.8222

RAILROADS

• A MTRAK • 1.800.872.7245

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• US AIRWAYS/ US AIRWAYS EXPRESS 1.800.428.4322 • NORTHWEST AIRLINES / KLM 1.800.225.2525

• AUGUSTA REGIONAL AIRPORT 706.798.3236 1501 Aviation Way, Augusta, GA 30906

• EXPRESS RENT-A-CAR • 803.642.1096 • NATIONAL CAR RENTAL • 1.800.227.7368 • SC EXPRESS • 803.648.9977

AREA MEDICAL CARE DOCTORS

DOCTOR’S CARE 850 Aiken Mall Drive • 803.648.1464 FAMILY MEDCENTERS 216 Edgefield Avenue NW • 803.648.4224

HOSPITAL

AIKEN REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTERS 302 University Parkway • 803.641.5000

PHARMACIES CVS PHARMACY 2062 Whiskey Road • 803.648.2339 WALGREENS 2191 Whiskey Road • 803.648.8155

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ONLINE PERSONAL TRAINER Available in the Roosevelt Suite and all Premium Suites

Willcox guests are able to train via live video sessions with top fitness professionals using the critically acclaimed LIFT Sessions. Trainers are assigned according to your fitness objectives with certified LIFT Session Instructors. If you already have an existing relationship with a trainer, you can also train with him on LIFT Sessions at The Willcox.

To schedule a LIFT Session, simply speak with Guest Services. They will take you through a brief questionnaire about your fitness goals and preferences so that LIFT can find the perfect fitness coach for you. Before your training session, Guest Services will connect an iPad with a webcam and microphone to the television in your room. The iPad will be angled so that the trainer is able to see you from head-to-toe when standing 8 feet away from the front of the device.

Your first LIFT Session is provided complimentary. Subsequent sessions are $44 per half hour.

Live video fitness, yoga, pilates training available.

ROWING MACHINE Turn your guest room into a private fitness center. Guest services will be happy to deliver a Concept 2 Indoor Rowing Machine for your exercise pleasure.

Equipment delivery requires 3 hour notice.

HEALTH AND FITNESS DVD’S Our guests rooms are equipped with yoga mats and a DVD player. We have a library of exercise DVD’s,

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equipment, meditation pillows, yoga blocks and foam rollers to be enjoyed in the privacy of your room.

YOGA

PILATES

AM/PM YOGA FOR BEGINNERS DVD WITH RODNEY YEE

TRUDIE STYLER’S CORE STRENGTH PILATES DVD

Revitalize and Rejuvenate with Rodney Lee as he leads you down a series of gentle yoga poses at sunrise to awaken your body and energize your mind. In PM Yoga, Patricia Walden leads a sunset workout to transition from the business of the day to a peaceful evening.

Core Strength Pilates offers a subtle yet dynamic flow, giving it a unique edge rarely found in a mat workout. A complete head to toe workout, yet its ever changing nature offers a natural, rhythmic feel while challenging your entire body.

YOGA CONDITIONING FOR ATHLETES DVD WITH RODNEY YEE Multi level workout for 5 popular sports. Boost performance in running, tennis, golf, cycling, swimming and everyday physical activity.

POWER YOGA: STRENGTH DVD WITH RODNEY YEE Includes two complete power yoga workouts filmed on Maui.

TRUDIE STYLER’S WEIGHT LOSS YOGA DVD A gentle approach to weight loss. Trudie Styler’s Weight Loss Yoga helps you adopt a more balanced lifestyle to achieve your weight loss goals while creating a healthier body.

HEALING YOGA DVD WITH RODNEY YEE Five 8 minute yoga solutions for stress, fatigue, back pain, indigestion and headaches. Take time for yourself and discover the healing power of yoga and the rewards it brings to your life.

FAMILY YOGA DVD WITH RODNEY YEE The program includes a complete yoga practice for every age group- from child to pre-teen to adult. Move through a series of poses that are fun and confidence- building for kids, and end with a short relaxation.

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QIGONG QIGNOG BEGINNING PRACTICE DVD WITH FRANCESCO AND DAISY LEE-GARRIPOLI Take control of your health and well-being at any age or fitness level. These easy to learn moving meditations with help you boost your immunity and live healthier and longer.

MEDITATION MEDITATION FOR BEGINNERS DVD WITH MARTIZA Maritza guides you step by step in the practice of mindfulness and shows you how to focus your mind inwardly to shed internal patterns of tension and anxiety and release the boundaries that inhibit your vital force.

DAILY MEDITATIVE DVD WITH RODNEY YEE A.M and P.M programs to help fill your day with calm and focus. A.M Program is a 25-minute workout and P.M program is 40 minutes.

OFF-SITE FITNESS The Aiken climate is irresistible, tempting and alluring. It calls to the out-of-doors with its inexhaustible store of charms and delightful possibilities. Welcome To Our Playground…

BICYCLES Our guests enjoy complimentary use of our bicycles. Explore the beautiful streets of Aiken on your own or with the guidance of one of our many interesting and historic tours created for your enjoyment.

HEALING WOODS Deep in the woods, we find enhanced fitness, accelerated healing, increased mental focus and improved biological responses to reducing stress and disease. In Japan they call these benefits shinrin-yoku or “forest bathing.” In Aiken, we call it a walk in famed, Hitchcock Woods.

GOLD’S GYM 101 Corporate Parkway • Aiken, SC 29801 • 803.648.4653 Willcox guests enjoy complimentary use of Gold’s Gym in Aiken. Stay fit with the latest cardio equipment, free weights, high tech strength training equipment and exercise classes for every fitness level.

AIKEN YOGA 116 Pendleton Street, SW • Aiken, SC 29801 • 803.514.8833 Whether you are looking for a good sweat, flow class ir seeking a deeper spiritual goal; Aiken Yoga offers a non-judgmental and safe place to experience the joys of yoga.

PRIVATE LESSONS HORSEBACK RIDE THROUGH HITCHCOCK WOODS Enjoy a two-hour tour of Hitchcock Woods from the saddle with a personal guide. $150

TANGO LESSON Enter the poetic world of Tango and enjoy a lesson of one of the sexiest dances with your loved one. $100 per couple.

GOLF LESSON Enjoy a one-on-one 45-minute golf lesson and learn the physical motion to practice, a method for practicing, and goals for ball flight distance, accuracy and trajectory. $100

PRIVATE YOGA INSTRUCTION Enjoy yoga in the privacy of your guest room and receive personalized instruction based on your skill level from a certified instructor. $100 PRIVATE MEDITATION INSTRUCTION Enjoy the benefits of meditation with a certified instructor in the privacy of your guest room. $100

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WILLCOX PETS We are delighted to welcome your beloved family pet. Our exclusive Willcox pets program provides Willcox dog tags upon arrival & gives our four legged guests every creature comfort including, gourmet treats from their own in-room dining menu, a water bowl with fresh water, a plush pet bed and a map of local pet friendly parks. We are happy to arrange pet walking services for you through our Dog Concierge, in order to keep your pampered pet happy & well attended throughout your stay.

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DIN- DIN FILET NIBS LIGHTLY SEARED...................................................................................$25 CHICKEN BITES LIGHTLY SEARED.......................................................................................$6 POACHED SALMON..........................................................................................................................$15

TREATS ALL-NATURAL TURKEY JERKY.................................................................................$7 ASSORTED ICED COOKIES ......................................................................................$5 BAG OF BISCUITS...........................................................................................................$5 HAPPY BIRTHDAY COOKIES.....................................................................................$8

PET AMENITIES DOGGIE TURNDOWN A little nighttime treat of Turkey Jerky on your pups bed............................................. $7 TREAT BASKET A selection of homemade treats for your pooch. Peanut Butter I Love You Bones, Doggie Donuts, a bag of chicken & Cheese Biscuits and Turkey Jerky........................$25 DOG WALKING Let us take your pet out for a walking tour of Aiken and some exercise while you take a break…................................................................................................................... $30 PET SITTING Allow us to take care of your pet so you can explore without worrying about their well-being…...........................................................................................................$20 /hour

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PET SHOPS DOWNTOWN DOG 150 Laurens St. • 803.226.0347

Downtown Dog has something for every canine. There are homemade treats, natural dog foods and an assortment of toys along with leashes and collars.

Novelty items for every dog lover are also available.

PETSMART

2527 Whiskey Road • 803.643.8626

PetSmart is the world's largest pet supply and service retailer, offering over 10,000 products in each store to meet all of your pet's needs. Services include grooming, dog training, cat and dog boarding, and Doggie Day Camp.

PET FRIENDLY RESTAURANTS

THE WILLCOX 100 Colleton Ave SW • 803.648.1898

BETSY’S AROUND THE CORNER 224 Park Ave SW • 803.226.0078

THE WHITNEY 148 Laurens Street SW • 803.226.0911

THE PIZZA JOINT 125 Richland Ave West • 803.648.9074

NEW MOON CAFÉ 116 Laurens Street • 803.643.7088

MELLOW MUSHROOM 151 Bee Lane • 803.474.8454

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PET PHOTOGRAPHY MEGHAN BENGE Aiken, SC • www.meghanbenge.com Creative and Affordable Canine photography JENNIFER W. PHOTOGRAPHY Augusta, GA/Aiken, SC • www.onemoreglance.com Jennifer White is a professional photographer who has been lucky enough to let her love for animals and her passion for photography collide. Born and raised in Augusta, Ga, she also works in a vet’s office, is on the animal control advisory board, and works with many local animal rescues.

EH GRIFFITH STUDIOS Alpharetta, GA • 678.371.2742 • www.ehgriffithstudios.com

VETERINARIANS VET SERVICES OF AIKEN 1721 Whiskey Road • 803.648.5489

ARK ANIMAL HOSPITAL 2680 Whiskey Road • 803.648.4245

SILVER BLUFF ANIMAL HOSPITAL 416 Silver Bluff Road • 803.642.9053

AIKEN ANIMAL HOSPITAL 1181 Banks Mill Road • 803.648.4401

HOLLOW CREEK ANIMAL HOSPITAL 126 Dominon Drive, #1060 • 803.226.0551

AIKEN EQUINE 1231 Toolebeck Road • 803.648.0430

PET WELLNESS ACUPET WELLNESS 6124 Woodside Executive Court, Aiken, SC • 803.226.0585 Acupet Wellness provides integrative medical care in partnership with your family veterinarian.

Dr. Mandy DuBose practices acupuncture, rehabilitation, nutrition, traditional Chinese medicine, hydrotherapy, pet massage and pain management. She uses them on her own pets, too.

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DOGGY DAY CARE

POWDERHOUSE PET RESORT 1258 Powderhouse Rd SE, Aiken, SC 29803 • 803.648.0779 • aikenexplorer.com Get away and relax knowing your pet is receiving the care, love and attention that they would receive in their own home. Powderhouse Pet Resort was designed with the eye of an experienced pet care professional and animal lover. Starting with its quiet country atmosphere, each pet has an indoor heated and air conditioned run with an adjoining covered outdoor run. In addition, each pet is taken out several times a day. Powderhouse Pet Resort’s ½ acre supervised play yard with its agility equipment is the perfect place for your dog to safely get some exercise. The grooming salon is legendary in the community for having three of the original groomers still in place since the grand opening.

BOARDING • Regular Suites $29 per Night • Playtime $7.00 once a day $11.00 twice a day • Swimtime $9.00 once a day $13.00 twice a day • Pet – House Suites $50 per Night ($20 additional dog in same suite) Largest Suite • Luxury Suites $50 per Night ($20 additional dog in same suite) • All Suites include playtime or swimtime DOGGIE DAY CARE • Daycare with playtime $17.00 twice playtime $21.00 • Daycare with swimtime $19.00 twice swimtime $23.00

AIKEN DOG PARK

The Aiken Dog Park is a joint project between City of Aiken and Aiken SPCA and is available to residents and non-residents. Open to all sizes of dogs the facility is split into three areas, one for small dogs, one for big dogs and a common area where both large and small dogs can roam free.

There is also a wading pool for those dogs that love to get wet! The park is open seven days a week from sunrise until sundown.

Before using the park pet owners must purchase a Day Membership through The SPCA. There is a $10 per day charge to use the park and must present current vaccination for your dog(s). Once the day pass is purchased and your dog(s) is registered, they will provide access to the park.

Pet owners can purchase passes for their dogs to the park at the Aiken SPCA Albrecht Center for Animal Welfare (Aiken SPCA) located at 199 Willow Run Road between the hours of 8AM and 5PM. You can also call The SPCA for more information 803.648.6863.

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DOG FRIENDLY TRAILS

Hitchcock Woods is the largest urban forest in the United States. In the late 1800’s Thomas Hitchcock and his wife discovered the area. Mr. Hitchcock invested millions buying land for a hunting preserve. In 1939, he set aside 1,200 acres of his land with a stipulation that the land never be sold to a private individual or firm. A private foundation, The Hitchcock Woods Foundation, now manages The Woods with the help of volunteers and contributions.

The entrance to the Hitchcock Woods is short walk from the hotel. The 70 mile network of crisscrossing trails are marked. No cars or bikes are permitted in The Woods. Only people, well behaved dogs and horses.

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WILLCOX KIDS Traveling is immeasurably better when everyone is happy. In addition, for our younger guests, we offer a special travel program designed to help make your next family vacation a big hit. Kid-friendly amenities, stuffed animal turndown service, prince and princess pedicures, rubber ducky bath butlers and board games are just the beginning. So relax, pop in their favorite children's DVD and enjoy your quality time with your family.

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EXPERIENCE ENHANCEMENTS COOKIES AND MILK: Freshly baked chocolate chip cookies and cold milk. $12 KIDS FUN BASKET: Surprise your little one with a fun filled basket complete with crayons, a coloring book, a sweet treat, bubble bath, rubber ducky and a plush stuffed animal. $25 FIRESIDE S’MORES: Reserved seating in front of the fire with marshmallows, chocolate and roasting sticks. $20 for two KIDS TURNDOWN: Our Douglas stuffed animals create the perfect turndown for your little one. $15 PICNICS: Enjoy deluxe picnics in fun places or boxed lunches for day hiking or the trip home. $40

HOLIDAY THEMED ENHANCEMENTS DELUXE EASTER BASKET AT TURNDOWN: A gourmet Easter basket filled with chocolates, candies and a plush toy. $50 ELF TUCK-IN: One of Santa’s elves tucks in your children, brings them milk and cookies and reads them a bedtime story. $35 per visit ONE-ON-ONE WITH SANTA: Kids naughty or nice should not miss their chance to steal 20 minutes with Santa before he leaves for the North Pole. $50 per visit FESTIVE CHRISTMAS TREE IN ROOM: $75. Live Tree’s starting at $110.

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ASSORTED DOUGLAS PLUSH ANIMALS

CHILDREN'S ROBES

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KIDS DINING Available daily from 11:30AM until 10:00PM • For children 12 and under ENTRÉES

DESSERTS

Carrot and Celery Sticks with Ranch $4

Vanilla Ice Cream with Chocolate Sauce $4

Grilled Cheese with Fries $6

Chocolate Brownie with Vanilla Ice Cream $5

Cheese Burger with Fries or Salad $7

Fruit Cup $4

Mac and Cheese $5 Grilled Chicken with Baby Potatoes and Garden Peas $8

KIDS SALON & SPA Cinderella/ Prince Charming Facial $40

Haircut prices starting at $30

Princess Manicure $25

Shampoo and Style prices starting at $40

Princess Pedicure $30

BATH BUTLERS KIDS RUB-A-DUB-DUB BATH: Bubble and rubber duckies – it does not get more fun than that! Enjoy splashing around in a warm bubble bath surrounded by rubber duckies. $25*/$35** *The first price includes all ingredients needed to set up your unique experience at your convenience. ** The second price includes complete set up by our Bath Butler at your requested time.

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ACTIVITIES AND ADVENTURE Boredom is not a word in Aiken’s dictionary. In fact, with so much to do and see, there is simply no time to look up the word.

AIKEN COUNTY LIBRARY 314 Chesterfield Street, Aiken, SC 803.642.2020 WILLCOX KID’S PROGRAMMING The Willcox is pleased to offer a variety of children’s programming that includes custom created exploration hours with activities such as scavenger hunts, nature hikes, art and crafts, children’s spa treatments, and cooking classes.

EDVENTURE – CHILDREN’S MUSEUM 211 Gervais Street, Columbia, SC 803.779.3100 EdVenture is designed to appeal to families and children around the state as well as visitors to the Midlands. Permanent exhibits and programs along with a vibrant schedule of changing exhibits will entice both return visitors and new arrivals.

RIVERBANK ZOO 500 Wildlife Parkway, Columbia, SC 803.779.8717 From Elephants and Koalas to penguins and sharks, formal gardens to natural woodlands, Riverbank Zoo and Gardens promises new discoveries around every corner.

HOLE-N-ONE FAMILY FUN CENTER 3197 Whiskey Rd, Aiken, SC • 803.643.1715 Hole-N-One Miniature Golf & Games is a center of entertainment, games, food, and fun. With 18 holes of mini-golf, a full arcade, and batting cages, this is a popular choice for birthday parties and other special events.

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RUTH PATRICK SCIENCE EDUCATION CENTER University of South Carolina Aiken 471 University Parkway, Aiken, SC 803.641.3313 Science looms large at USC Aiken, and the centerpiece of the Ruth Patrick Science Education Center is the DuPont Planetarium.

Housing 4 state-of-the-art telescopes, a graphics projector & an automated specialeffects system, the planetarium offers programs for students of all ages & the community.

BISQUECUTS & GLAZY 949 Pine Log Rd, Aiken SC • 803.648.7772 Bisquecuts & Glazy is a contemporary pottery studio. You pick your piece, you paint and create, we fire it!

SPRAYGROUND / SPLASH PAD 651 Old Airport Road • 803.642.7761

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RETAIL WILLCOX SIGNATURE BEDDING “A dream come true" Our bed collection goes so far beyond enjoyable that you’ll be dreaming about it, even when you’re awake. Deeply relaxing? Absolutely. Utterly refreshing? Undeniably. It’s like the grown-up version of warm milk and cookies – a truly soothing experience that makes you feel good from head to toe.

THE WILLCOX MATTRESS & BOX SPRING Queen through King: $891 - $1,683

THE WILLCOX FEATHERBED Queen through King Toppers: $399 - $499 Queen through King Topper covers: $139 - $149

THE WILLCOX DUVET AND DUVET COVER Queen through King Duvet: $370 - $430 Queen through King Duvet Cover: $260 - $300

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BEDDING FROM $64

ORNAMENT $45

ROBE $110

PRIVACY PLEASE SIGN $20

DOG IN ROOM SIGN $20

PULL OVER ZIP UP $40

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CANVAS TRAVEL TOTE $65

BASEBALL CAP $20

MATCHBOX $60

WILLCOX PLAYING CARDS $14

EYE PILLOWS $54

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SLIP FACE COVERINGS $39

THE GIFT OF STEAKS $58

SLIP SCRUNCHIES $39

STUFFED DOG $14

WHEN I THINK OF AIKEN $18

TERVIS TUMBLER $25

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STUFFED FREDRICK THE FOX $14

ESKER DRY BRUSH $18

ESKER BODY PLANE $45

ESKER RESTORATIVE OIL $75

ANCIENT MINERALS ‘GOODNIGHT MAGNESIUM LOTION’ $49

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STUFFED HORSES $14

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PICNIC BACKPACK $135

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KIDS ROBE $60

THE WILLCOX ROCK GLASS $18

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PRIVATE EVENTS The Willcox specializes in pairing the ultimate atmosphere with impeccable service, from exclusive board meetings and corporate retreats to private dinners and large celebrations. Our well-appointed rooms and on-site professional event planners can organize every element of an amazing experience for your guests. Whether it’s a gala banquet everyone talks about for months or the right snacks for mid-morning munchies, we’ll work with you to create the perfect event.

The Willcox is the perfect backdrop to celebrate any occasion.

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MEETINGS & BOARD RETREATS Our peaceful, inspirational atmosphere encourages productivity, while our outstanding food and luxurious accommodations convey appreciate for your most valued colleagues. Five minutes from a private airport, The Willcox in downtown Aiken is full of opportunities to impress clients and surprise co-workers.

SPECIAL OCCASSIONS Your special occasions deserve our special attention.

Whether you are staging a surprise party, graduation dinner, baby shower or a holiday gala; The Willcox creates spectacular settings to celebrate life’s most anticipated occasions. With intimate fire-lit private dining rooms, a lushly landscaped pool area, exceptional culinary experiences and event planning professionals. Our dedicated team will support your event with the best of service, hospitality, and attention to details to create an event your guests will remember.

WEDDINGS Inspiring generations of storybook weddings, The Willcox offers uncompromising personal service, signature attention and the experience of a certified Southern Living wedding planner. Our experts will custom design the entire experience with you, from the ceremony to the perfect wedding reception, to additional celebrations including bridal showers, afternoon teas and rehearsal dinners. We offer wonderful ideas for taking special care of your out-of-town guests and making them feel welcome, too.

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EVENT ROOMS THE ROOSEVELT SUITE The Roosevelt Suite, the largest suite in the hotel with a 58 foot balcony, is a favorite for groups wishing more privacy. The living room and dining room can be set up for meetings, cocktails and dinner parties.

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500 square feet Accommodates up to 25 people Fireplace 58 foot balcony spanning the front of the hotel

THE HUNT ROOM The Hunt Room has the feel of an Old English club with a unique double-sided walk around fireplace and rich wood paneled walls.

• 460 square feet • Accommodates up to 30 people • Double sided fireplace • Two 50 inch flat screen televisions – one above each fireplace

THE LIBRARY The Library, lined with books and warmed by a fireplace, has a British country house feel with subtly striped green wall paper and plaid silk curtains.

• 770 square feet • Accommodates up to 56 people • Fireplace

THE POOL The lovely landscaped pool area, with flowing waterfall and luscious native plants, glows in the evening with strings of beautiful lights • 1,700 square feet • Accommodates up to 150 people

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EVENT ROOMS HUNT ROOM, LIBRARY & POOL The combination of the two indoor spaces and the outdoor pool area gives guests the feeling of being enveloped in the warmth of a grand, private home.

• Accommodates up to 200 people

HOTEL BUYOUT A full buyout makes the hotel your very own for the sole enjoyment of you and your guests. Exclusively yours includes 23 guest rooms and suites and use of all hotel facilities • Accommodates up to 200 people

OFF-SITE EVENTS The same award-winning cuisine and personalized service you enjoy at The Willcox is also available off premises at the event space of your choice. Or, if you’d prefer, we’ll bring the food and the service staff to cater your at-home party. Rather not break out your fine china? Allow us to arrange the china, silver and glassware rentals. And, yes, we’ll even do the dishes.

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AMENITIES CATERING Our award-winning chef will design a menu to impress the most well traveled palates. Elevate your gathering with amazing meals, whether presented buffet-style or served individually. Choose from our array of menus designed to enhance any time of day, or let us custom design an unforgettable feast to highlight your event’s theme.

GREEN MEETING & CATERING PRACTICES We carry our “green” philosophy into our meetings and catered events.

The Willcox has earned the highest sustainability certification through the South Carolina Green Hospitality Association.

EVENT ROOM AMENITIES • Complimentary high-speed wireless Internet • Direct phone line and speakerphone • Fax and copier services • Podium and sound system • Coordination of AV equipment rental

TEAM BUILDING, EDUCATION & MOTIVATION Aiken is full of opportunities to impress clients and surprise coworkers. Our professional event planners can coordinate unique experiences specific to your goals and needs.

ACCOMMODATIONS The 23 guest rooms and suites at The Willcox are comfortable retreats luxuriously appointed, each with a desk, charging station, complimentary wi-fi and in-room fitness options. Most have cracking fireplaces and each has its own character.

SALON & SPA

Enhance your experience with Willcox comfort. After a busy day of activities, your guests can unwind in the sanctuary of our spa.

Rejuvenate with a facial; plan a spa day with your friends and colleagues; or calm both body and mind with a blissful massage.

AIRPORTS

• 5 mins from Aiken Municipal Airport • 20 mins from Augusta Regional Airport • 45 mins from Columbia Metropolitan Airport • 2 hrs from Charlotte Douglas International Airport • 2 hrs from Charleston International Airport • 2.5 hrs from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

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100 COLLETON AVE SW • AIKEN, SC 29801 (803) 648-1898 • THEWILLCOX.COM