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2008 AWSM Convention in Miami

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If you've never visited South Florida, or you've been longing to return, there's no time like 2008! Join us at AWSM's next convention in Miami. There aren't many places that boast average highs of 77 degrees (61 degrees low) in February!

In response to our membership, we've moved our convention from our more traditional May dates - hoping to allow more folks an opportunity to attend. The convention will be held Feb. 8-11, 2008, the weekend after the Super Bowl and before the Daytona 500.

Please click here for details on panels, speakers and activities. If you have any ideas or questions - or you'd like to help - please don't hesitate to contact me.

Hope to see you in February!

Lydia Craver
2008 Convention Chair
mailto:convention2008@awsmoline.org

Where
Grand Bay Miami, 877.GB.GROVE

Registration
By Jan. 11, 2008 - $175 members, $225 nonmembers.
After Jan. 11, 2008 - $225 members, $275 nonmembers.
Day rates will be available.

Hotel Rate
For those of you still deciding on whether or not to attend the convention, please note a very limited number of rooms remain at the Grand Bay Miami. Since the convention rate was only guaranteed thru Jan. 11, the hotel has opened reservations to the public.
 
If you are unable to get a room at the Grand Bay - hotels within walking distance are:
 
Doubletree Coconut Grove, 2649 South Bayshore, rates start at $299
Sonesta Bayfront Hotel, 2889 McFarlane Road, rates start at $319
Ritz Carlton Coconut Grove, 3300 SW 27th Avenue, rates start at $399

If you are renting a car, some other options within a few miles:
 
Hampton Inn Coconut Grove, 2800 SW 28th Terrace, rates start at $199
Holiday Inn - U. Miami, 1350 South Dixie Highway, rates start at $199
Hyatt Coral Gables, 50 Alhambra Plaza, rates start at $379

If you are interested in a roommate, e-mail Stacy Hicklin (shicklin@sun-sentinel.com).

Travel Rate
Book your travel to the AWSM convention on American Airlines – into Miami, Fort Lauderdale or West Palm Beach – and receive a 5 percent discount on flights between Feb. 5 and Feb. 14. Simply enter A7628AY on aa.com or call 1-800-433-1790.

Car Rental Rate
If you’re renting a car, discounts are available at Avis – use the AWD number B136001 when booking.

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