The NIOP 2008 ANNUAL CONVENTION
March 9-13, 2008
Boca Raton Resort & Club
Boca Raton, Florida
Featured Entertainment
Cuban Beach Party
NIOP and CCC Welcoming Reception
Sunday, March 9, 2008
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
What better way to kick off the NIOP and CCC Annual Conventions in Florida than with a Beach Party? Enjoy freshly made coconut drinks, island music, and hand-rolled cigars.
Havana Nights
NIOP and CCC Closing Reception and Buffet Dinner
Wednesday, March 12, 2008
6:30 pm to 11:00 pm
Relax and celebrate a successful 2008 Annual Convention with old and new friends at the Havana Night’s reception and dinner. The Boca Raton Resort will be transformed into Downtown Havana complete with traditional and contemporary Latin music, a floor show and dance instructors.
Sporting Events
Companion Golf Tournament
Tuesday, March 11
9:00 am Tee Time
Please encourage your spouse or companion joining you at this year’s Annual Convention to participate in the Companion Golf Tournament on Tuesday, March 11. Foursomes will be determined onsite, and tee times start at 9:00 am. The NIOP events will be held on the Resort Course, which is a par-71 course playing 6,253 yards from the back tees, highlighted with a variety of elevation changes and 12 surfaces acres of water. Golf lessons and practice facilities are available.
All companions can participate in this event, regardless of skill level. Even if your spouse/companion has never played before, encourage him/her to come enjoy some fun on the course! If you are interested in signing your spouse/companion up for this event please indicate during the registration process.
Cost: $195 per person
Rental Clubs: $95.00 per set
Delegate Golf Tournament
Wednesday, March 12
1:00 pm Shotgun Start
A long-standing tradition at the NIOP Annual Meeting is the Delegate Golf Tournament. The NIOP events will be held on the Resort Course, which is a par-71 course playing 6,253 yards from the back tees, highlighted with a variety of elevation changes and 12 surface acres of water. Golf lessons and practice facilities are available.
The traditional “scramble” format makes for a fun, no-pressure event for all golfers. Prizes, including a $5,000 Hole-In-One Prize, and refreshments round out a fun-filled afternoon. The Boca Raton Resort and Club golf courses have a rich history and tradition as one of the finest golf resorts in Florida. Dating back to the times when PGA professionals Sam Snead and Tommy Amour held positions on staff, the Boca Raton Resort & Club has always sought to offer a unique, exclusive and luxurious year-round golf experience. Featuring two 18-hole championship courses including the signature Resort Course, the Dave Pelz Scoring Game School and a variety of other exclusive facilities and services.
Please sign up when completing your registration.
Cost: $195 per person
Rental Clubs: $95.00 per set
Individual Golf Tee Times: For those delegates who want to play golf on your own, please visit http://www.bocaresort.com/about_boca_resort/request_service.cfm, to arrange individual tee times. You may also check with the hotel concierge for information about other courses in the area.
Companion Activity
Cooking and Wine Pairings Class
Monday, March 10, 2008
10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Spouse/Companions will be able to observe and participate in a four-course lunch production and will learn the art of pairing wine with certain types of food. Each guest will receive a comprehensive wine book at the conclusion of the event.
Optional Activities
Deep Sea Sport Fishing
Wednesday, March 12, 2008
8:00 am to 12:00 pm
The Gulfstream runs just offshore from South Florida, creating one of the world's greatest sport fishing locations. Fishers will have sport fishing boats fully outfitted with tournament quality tackle, fighting chairs and live bait. Boats are captained by an experienced professional who knows these waters and those special spots most productive for salt water game fishing. Depending upon the season, sailfish, dolphin, wahoo and kings are plentiful in the warm waters and offshore reefs located just off Florida's Gold Coast.
Everglades Airboat Adventure
Wednesday, March 12, 2008
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
No trip to South Florida would be complete without visiting a portion of the 800 square miles of unspoiled wilderness known as the Everglades. This fresh water "river of grass" provides habitat and protection for endangered and threatened species such as the American alligator and a variety of birds and fish.
Exploration begins with a 60-minute ride on a state-of-the-art airboat. Each airboat is covered to protect guests from the harsh sun and possible rain. During the ride, the guide will stop occasionally to speak about the ecological system of the Everglades, answer questions and point out some of the indigenous plant and animal life.
Following the ride, guests will be guided to the Alligator Show and animal exhibit area. Here they will enjoy an educational show that demonstrates the awesome power and voracity of these primitive reptiles.