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Rendezvous 2008
September 25 to 27
Catch the Wave
Saint John, NB
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Enjoy Saint John in the Autumn
Historic and different! Victoriana and 21st Century Intertwined
Scenic lakes, Rivers, Seascapes, Country Markets and
Relaxed Entertainment
"Early Bird" Incentive
Registrations received prior to 31st March 2008 will be
eligible for the draw prizes of upgraded, luxury accommodations
at the Hilton and Delta Hotels
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Thursday, September 25, 2008
Arrival in Saint John.
Check in at the co-host Saint Juiln Hilton or Delta Brunswick
Hotels, Saint John NB, Canada.
12 noon - 9 p.m.
Rendezvous Registration
at the Rendezvous Registration Desk, Trade & Convention
Centre, Market Square (adjacent to the Hilton Hotel).
Receive your registration package containing a map, event
tickets, passes and information.
The Hospitality Team in the Rendezvous Room will provide
a meeting place, information on places to visit, things to
do and where to dine. This room will be opan & staffed
9 a.m. - 7 p.m. throughout the Convention.
Catch the Wave Showcase
Visit the "Catch the Wave" exhibition with local
crafts, services and wares in the Trade & Convention
Centre. Open 25th & 26th September.
6 - 10 p.m.
Reception/Kitchen Party/Buffet.
Cost included in your Registration.
Meet other attendees from across North America and Overseas.
Official Brief Opening Ceremony
followed by
Maritime Kitchen Party/Buffet.
Seafood Newburg or Honey Tarragon Roasted Chicken Breast,
Local Smoked Salmon and all the Canadian Maritime traditional
side dishes you could want. Light, local
entertainment provided by the "Cool Chicks & The
Ugly Docklings" and others. Cash bar available throughout
the evening.
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Friday, September 28, 2008
9:30 - 11 a.m. Workshop
Presented by "Probus" H.Q. Canada.
Open to all Probus Members.
11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sightseeing Touring
6 - 7 p.m. Cash Bar.
Meet other attendees, discuss your day,
make future plans or just relax.
7 p.m. Evening Entertainment
Lobster Supper
Lily Lake Pavilion, Rockwood Park.
Steamed mussels, lobster, green salad and
all the trimmings.
Cash bar and live entertainment.
Cost $45 per person, taxes and gratuities
included. Two (2) sittings can be arranged
if numbers warrant.
Prepayment required with Registration.
Sightseeing Tours
Your Registration Package will contain the
current Official Visitor's Guide with an
extensive attractions listing for the City and
the Saint John area.
Visit St. Martin's Sea Washed Caves, the
Fundy Trail, the Irving Nature Park or the inshore Bay of
Fundy Isles.
See the suburban areas of Rothesay,
Quispamis or Grand Bay-Westfield with
their lake-like
river vistas.
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Saturday, September 27, 2008
10 - 11:30 a.m. Workshop
Presented by H.Q. Canada.
Discussions arising from previous
workshop.
Open to all "Probus" members.
11:30 a. m. - 6 p.m.
Sightseeing and Touring.
What haven't you seen? The Rendezvous
Room personnel know what others have
seen and enjoyed, Stroll along Harbour
Passage. browse the downtown harbour
front or shops, view the preserved period
architecture.
6 p.m Cash Bar,
Reminisce and prepare for the "Grande
Finale."
7 p.m. Closing Gala Dinner / Dancing
Trade & Convention Centre
Roast Prime Rib of Beef or Seafood Medley
plus all the trimmings.
The Thomists big band playing tunes from
the 1940s to the present with featured local
artists.
Cost $60 per person, taxes end. gratuities
included.
Payment required with registration
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Hotels
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Saint John Hilton
Co-host Hotel, 1 Market Square
140 Reserved Rooms
Reservations: 1-800-561-8282; Web
site:www.hiltonsaintjohn.com
E-mail:shawna.dickie@hilton.com Tel: 1-506-693-8484
Sales Fax: 1-506-658-0783 Downtown, panoramic
views of harbour waterfront, indoor access to meetings, co-host
hotel and events. Cost vehicle parking extra
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# of Rooms
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Base |
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| Standard Dbl |
70
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$129 |
City view. 3 persons +$20 |
| Standard Dbl |
30
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$129 |
Waterview. 3 persons +$20 |
| Executive Dbl |
40
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$139 |
Water & City.3 persons +$20 |
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Suite St. John Hilton |
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Delta Brunswick
Co-host Hotel, 39 King st.
184 Reserved Rooms
Reservations: 1-800-268-1133; Web
site:www.deltahotels.com
E-mail:lharley@fortisproperties.com Tel: 1-506-648-1659
Sales Fax: 1-506-648-9670. Downtown, indoor
access to meetings, co-host hotel and events. Cost vehicle
parking included.
| Room Standard |
# of Rooms
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3 persons |
4 persons |
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150
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$134 |
$144 |
$154 |
| Premier Dbl |
20
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$159 |
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| Signature Club Dbl |
10
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$183 |
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Premier Suite Saint John Delta |
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On-Line
reservations at
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Download Registration Form
The Registration Form is to be filled out, and mailed directly
to the address below:
Rendezvous 2008
Suite 200,
140-J Hampton Road
Rothesay, NB
Canada
E2E 5Y3
All Registration Forms must be received by Aug. 24, 2008. All persons
attending must register
Sponsors of Rendezvous 2008
The fiinancial support provided by the following
organizations
is gratefully acknowledged.
RBC Royal Bank
Rotary Club of Saint John
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Friday September 26
Prepayment is required with Registration. These tours are
commercially offered so numbers may be limited. Allocation
will be on a first registered first allocated basis.
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Whale Watching Bay of Fundy
Trip duration 7 hours.
Includes return coach trip to St. Andrews-by-the-Sea. and a
certified ocean-going boat to and from the whale watching area.
Cost $155 per person taxes included.
Land Lubber’s Alternative
Tour the beautiful, historic St. Andrews Area. Transportation
and the duration as above. Maritime Tea at the Algonquin
Hotel and view the nearby Kingsbrae Gardens.
Cost $115 per person
taxes included.
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Saint John Highlights
Guided /Horse-Drawn Trolley Tour,
Duration 2 hours.
Interesting places include the port,
Reversing Falls and the St. John River, Old City Market, Martello
Tower, Fort Howe Lookout, historic buildings and more.
Cost $30 per person taxes included.
St. John River Cruise
Duration 4 hours, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Cruise the scenic, beautiful St. John River on the M.V. “Voyageur
II” (former Mississippi River boat) with a light lunch.
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Passengers minimum 30, maximum 96.
Cruise may also be available a.m. Saturday 27th September.
Cost $45 per person taxes included.
Other Attractions
The Province provides extensive, free local passenger/vehicle
ferry services enabling you to tour the lower river systems
or the inshore Fundy Isles. See the famous Reversing Falls,
the impressive tidal range, whirlpools, covered bridges,
autumn foliage and farmland.
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Organized by the
St. John Probus Club
Web site
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