We had a delightful stay at the Yacht club at Boca Raton Resort and Club this week….

I took note of all of the changes and whimsical upgrades since my last visit to this iconic destination.  I would like to commend a wonderful and professional staff and the management.  From the moment you arrive you are greeted with grace and excellence. This resort is perfect for the special getaway or high level professional corporate retreat.   I was celebrating my 40th anniversary and stayed at the Yacht club.  There are many options to include the Cloisters, Pink tower and Beach club rooms offering different settings, styles, views and pricing.  I was on the 6th floor and had a view of the yachts ( owner of the Arizona Ice Tea Company, and Copay, owned by a doctor) as well as the intercoastal waterway.  Breakfast dining on the  8th floor was fantastic and I can say that the front desk personal, pool attendants, shuttle drives, concierge,  and maître d and waiters were all extremely attentive and focused on each and every guest.   When was the last time your resort reminded you of your dinner reservation on text.  Please consider your next “special” trip to the Boca Resort.  Please feel free to reach out to me joe@summitmgt.com for assistance in the future or with your travel needs.

MEMORABLE MEETINGS ARE BACK - AND AFFORDABLE!

We all feel the effects of INFLATION, but with careful management, Summit can make your meetings both memorable AND affordable.

Excellent hotels can still be found for under $250.00/night in many popular domestic cities as well as around the world.    Athens, Orlando, Vienna, Phoenix, Tampa…these and many more can be yours at room rates comparable to our clients paid 15 years ago!

Imagine hosting your cocktail party and dinner overlooking the Acropolis in the center of Athens.

It’s even more incredible considering the cost can be under $100 per person including drinks!  

With the Euro at parity with the US dollar, international meetings can be more economical than they’ve been in years.   While we keep our eyes on the rebounding travel markets in major cities, we also know where to look for bargains.   Given enough time to source, we’re still finding four-star plus accommodations for our meeting clients at unbelievably favorable rates.

Of course, a meeting can’t be successful unless people actually attend.  Sometimes, guests need some prompting and encouragement to register.  It can be challenging to know if your guests are even aware they’ve been invited.

We’ve recently integrated DocuSign electronic delivery of meeting materials into our invitation package, which means we know with certainty whether an invited guest has opened and reviewed the email.  No more guesswork, and it just takes seconds to send reminder messages to your delegates.   For pharma meetings, we’ll also work with your CRO to enhance attendance – it’s all part of Summit’s turnkey “Go the extra mile” service. 

Try this fantastic new approach for your next meeting – you’ll be amazed at the results!

Summit Christmas 2021

Good news for Vaccinated US Travelers

U.S. travel restrictions taking effect next week will affect Americans returning home, too.   Fully vaccinated US Travelers returning from abroad will no longer require a PCR test for flights arriving back in the US after November 8, 2021. 

For unvaccinated US Citizens, a negative PCR Test will still be required before boarding a US-bound flight. 

The new rules, starting Nov. 8, are the biggest change to a regime that basically barred most international travelers from the U.S. from the beginning of the pandemic.

Masks are required in the airport and in-flight for all passengers. 

Foreigners arriving from abroad will generally need proof of full vaccination, a negative test in the prior 72 hours and contact tracing information.