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Retreats Resources Manhattan Showcase Bonus: walk away with a new headshot!

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We are pleased to be offering complimentary headshots at our Manhattan Showcase this Friday, February, 17th, at the Ritz-Carlton, New York, NoMad, thanks to photographer Kelli Price.

Here are a few tips to help you come prepared to exude fabulous:

Know the “why.”  Why do you need a headshot? Who is your audience? What do you want your photo to say?

Headshot or branding shots? Know the difference. Whereas the goal of a headshot session is one fabulous shot (maybe two), a branding session typically results in a collection of images in a variety of environments. For example, a chef might be shown for making magic in the kitchen, but also in jeans and T-shirt, strolling the farmers market seeking out his bounty. If you are a hotelier maybe that is a money shot within the hotel or resort you represent but also participating in an activity that is fitting of the lifestyle of your destination. If you are a meeting or event professional, maybe it’s an exciting venue or event set up with additional shots of the behind the scenes or day to day operations or how you spend your (limited) down time. If you’ve got your own business and/or website, a personal branding session may be the way to go.

Put your best face forward. Clothes, hair, makeup: They all matter. General rule of thumb? Wear what you feel and look great in. Avoid white, loud colors and busy patterns; you want the focus to be on your face. Ladies may want to bump up your makeup routine a bit, especially the eyes and lips, but a natural look is best.

Trust the process (and your photographer).  While no one is 100% relaxed during a photo shoot, trusting your photographer sure helps. Try to have a little fun (you will with Kelli!). For women, lean forward, lean on something, angle your head for a better jaw line. For the men, lean forward, hand in pocket. Your photographer will help you find the right angle for you. Then exhale….and smile.

Kelli’s Five Ways to make your Headshot Standout from the Crowd

  1. Color – the first thing that comes to mind is color! Color POPS!
  2. Style – Look professional but with a little extra va-voom. Don’t be afraid to show off your personality
  3. Confidence – You are leader, a Boss Babe, CEO, fresh college graduate….whatever you call yourself, make sure you show it with confidence
  4. Genuine smiles – Unless you are a rockstar, I promise you most people are a little uncomfortable in front of the camera. Pick a photographer that you are comfortable with and drink a glass of wine during the session if you need to. They make pretty props anyways!
  5. Sunglasses – See #2

If you are not registered already, what are you waiting for? To register (its free for event professionals!) go to our website at www.retreatsresources.com

 

Connoisseurs Connections Conference venue spotlight: The Boca Raton

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We are looking forward to our invitation-only Connoisseurs Connections Conference next week in Florida and want to put a spotlight on our host property, The Boca Raton.

Coming off a recent $200 million facelift in 2021, the almost 100 year old resort, formally known as The Boca Raton Resort and Club, has shortened its name to simply… The Boca Raton. One of the changes first noticed by its returning guests is the famous pink façade, giving the resort the nickname “pink palace” which has been repainted in its original coastal white. Some of the other redesign of the 200-acre property’s public spaces includes a 50,000 square foot spa with 44 treatment rooms and a lineup of 12 new restaurants.

Another new amenity worth mentioning is the Harborside Pool Club, which features three swimming pools, a floating river, a pool bar, and luxury cabanas with butler service, making this a perfect incentive trip destination.

Now with 1,000 guest rooms, The Boca Raton began in 1926 as a 100-room inn that legendary architect Addison Mizner built with funding from the Ritz-Carlton. Dignitaries, celebrities, and politicians frequented the hotel in those days. The hotel’s opening event was considered “one of the outstanding social events of the season”…which is just what we are hoping will be said of our Connoisseurs Connections Conference!

The Boca Raton manages to pull off an elevated experience with a high level of service and does it with an unpretentious touch, your guests will feel pampered but at home here.

We look forward to sharing more surprises and updates from The Boca Raton with you as our conference progresses…stay tuned next week to follow along!

Venue Spotlight: Stop #2 on the Classic Southeast Roadshow – Grand Bohemian, Charlotte, North Carolina

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We are heading out on our final Roadshow of 2022! This one promises to be our biggest showcase and biggest gathering of meeting and event professionals of the year. Be sure to join us for this one as we end this year in a BIG way.

Retreats Resources brings the Roadshow to you, but did you know we select the host venues with an experience in mind for every Meeting Planner and Event Specialist who attends. Let’s start with a little background on our second stop on the Classic Southeast Roadshow: Grand Bohemian, Charlotte

Opened in the summer of 2020 in the heart of Uptown Charlotte the 254-room Grand Bohemian Hotel Charlotte, Autograph Collection, will inspire you as you unwind in Argentinian-influenced accommodations, inspired by classic works of art and complete with cultural design elements and luxury amenities. The luxury hotel has 32 suites, a Poseidon Spa, versatile outdoor and indoor event spaces, Starbucks Coffee shop, a vibrant art collection curated by Richard C. Kessler, executive lounge, open-kitchen restaurant, fast-casual eatery and rooftop bar providing unparalleled views of the Queen City.

Come join us in Charlotte and see for yourself on Wednesday, November 2nd, 9:30 am – 10:00 am VIP Newcomers’ Reception for first time guests ONLY (so we can get to know you!), 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Luxury destination showcase with over exhibitors, and 12:00 – 2:00 pm for lunch and networking.

We look forward to welcoming you to the Charlotte Grand Bohemian on November 2nd and the second stop on the Classic Southeast Roadshow!

Pack Your Bags: Up for Auction at the Florida Roadshow, a stay at Casa de Sierra Nevada

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Attending our Florida Roadshow will give you the opportunity to take part in our silent auction, benefiting the Wine to Water Ukraine Fund initiative. We are proud to support this endeavor in this time of need in Ukraine. So let’s take a look at what is up for grabs to help you decide what you want to bid on. Next up, Casa de Sierra Nevada.

Located in San Miguel de Allende, this Mexican city is an adventure for the senses, the sights, sounds and scents that draw you in. In the heart of the vibrant city is an oasis, a private sanctuary in Casa de Sierra Nevada, a Belmond Hotel. Open the ancient, wooden front doors and at once the fiesta outside gives way to a siesta-like calm. The charm of Belmond Casa de Sierra Nevada welcomes guests with a magical sense of tranquility.

The cluster of casonas, the colonial state houses that comprise the hotel, tell a rich and colorful history. This former 16th century convent has kept some of the original features, including carved stone fireplaces and beamed ceilings, complemented with modern convenience rooms individually decorated with antiques and art and rich textiles. The hotel exterior gives little indication of the magnificent courtyards you will find within the walls.

Come evening flickering lanterns illuminate the grounds where you can retreat with a cocktail and unwind at the end of a busy day in San Miguel de Allende.
We promise you will be charmed by this property at every turn.

Up for grabs: A 2-night stay in a Deluxe Room with daily in-room wake up coffee service, a welcome drink, and free WiFi.

So bring your credit card and your sense of adventure to the Florida Roadshow for a chance to bid on this fabulous stay!

New South Roadshow – who wants to win a stay at NIZUC Resort and Spa?

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There is one more big reason you should consider attending our luxury destination showcases next week… door prizes!

When you arrive at our event, we’ll ask you to drop your business card into a basket from which we’ll draw winners for spectacular travel packages and other goodies from our generous hotel partners. Let’s have a look at a prize from all three stops on our New South Roadshow.

NIZUC Resort and Spa

Secluded in 29 acres of a mangrove jungle, NIZUC Resort and Spa, will make you feel miles away, lost in the lap of luxury while also being in close proximity and easy airlift into Cancun.

Just off shore of Nizuc’s powdery white beaches is the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef — the second-largest such reef in the world, only behind the Great Barrier Reef — full of sea life for snorkelers to discover.

The modern rooms include luxurious suites and villas, featuring private pools, spacious terraces, tropical gardens, indoor-outdoor balconies, and sweeping views.

From beach to spa to dining experiences you will find something to love at NIZUC Resort and Spa.
This door prize will be available at all stops on the Road Show next week and includes a two night/three day stay in an Ocean View Deluxe room with breakfast for two.

Who is up for a stay in luxury? Don’t forget to bring your business cards to this one! See you next week in Nashville, Birmingham and Alpharetta!

New South Roadshow – who wants to win a stay at the new Auberge Resorts Etéreo, Riviera Maya?

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There is one more big reason you should consider attending our luxury destination showcases next week… door prizes!

When you arrive at our event, we’ll ask you to drop your business card into a basket from which we’ll draw winners for spectacular travel packages and other goodies from our generous hotel partners. Let’s have a look at a prize from all three stops on our roadshow.

Etéreo, Riviera Maya, an Auberge Resort

This Auberge property, Etéreo, meaning ethereal, something spiritual and heavenly, is defined by Mayan philosophies and based on three pillars: extraordinary cuisine, unforgettable encounters with nature and beaches, and an Auberge spa that helps rejuvenates while you unplug from the modern world.

With the resort just opening in December 2021, each room at Etéreo has mangrove and beach views, with floor to ceiling windows incorporating indoor-outdoor space.

With curated programs that will stimulate your mind, body, and tastes, Etéreo, offers up lessons in yoga, meditation, storytelling, painting, cooking, as well as pinata making, among many more offerings.

It’s where the Caribbean meets the Gulf. Its where modern design meets Mexican tradition. Its where your mind and body will meet with peace.

This door prize will be available at all stops on the Road Show next week and includes a two night stay with breakfast for two.

It all sounds blissful so you can bet we’re in! How about you? Don’t forget to bring your business cards to this one! See you next week in Nashville, Birmingham and Alpharetta!