Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Lake Buena Vista, Florida

2009 Summer Sales Meeting Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Lake Buena Vista, Florida ➣ Hotel & Transportation  Information ➣ Program Highlight...
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2009 Summer Sales Meeting

Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Lake Buena Vista, Florida

➣ Hotel & Transportation  Information ➣ Program Highlights 

Welcome to

Florida

➣ Accommodations Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is inspired by the magnificent seaside hotels of the early 1900’s, featuring exquisitely appointed guest rooms and suites, each with a balcony or terrace and a European-style spa. The resort also boasts world class restaurants, including the Five-Diamond award-recipient, Victoria & Albert’s. The Grand Floridian is easily accessible by monorail to the Magic Kingdom and other Disney parks. John Hancock Funds will pay for your accommodations for the duration of the meeting, June 28–July 1, 2009. There are a limited number of rooms available for an early arrival or extended stay. Rooms will be confirmed on a first-come, first-served basis. Please note that the majority of rooms at the Grand Floridian have two queensize beds. Every effort will be made to accommodate king-size bed requests; however, they are extremely limited.

Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa 4401 Grand Floridian Way Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830 Phone: 407.824.3000 Fax Number: 407.824.3186 www.jhfgrandfloridian.com

Please indicate your preferred dates when registering online. The room rate is as follows:

Single/Double Occupancy: $259.00 This rate does not include a 12.5% room tax.

Check-in/Check-out Times Check-in is at 3:00 p.m. Check-out is at 11:00 a.m.

Personal Check Cashing/Credit Cards/Cash Personal checks may be cashed up to $50 per day with a photo ID. The Grand Floridian honors the following credit cards: American Express, Visa, MasterCard, Discover and Diner’s Club. An ATM is located at the entrance of the Grand Cafe in the lobby of the resort.

Security A complimentary small safe is available in each room. The Front Desk can store valuables that are too large for the in-room safe.

Gratuities Bellman gratuities will be paid on your behalf. Housekeeping will be a personal expense and we recommend $2.00 – $3.00 per room per night.

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Sunday, June 28 All day

Hotel Registration

11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Meeting Registration at Whitehall Patio

7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Welcome Reception/Buffet

You and your guest(s) (including children) are invited to our welcome reception, which will be held at The Summerhouse at the Grand Floridian.

Monday, June 29 6:30 a.m. – 7:30 a.m.

Breakfast for John Hancock Employees Only

7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Business Meeting for John Hancock Employees Only

12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Lunch for John Hancock Employees Only

6:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Kids Night — Food, Fun and a Surprise Guest!

6:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Reception, Dinner and Awards Presentation for Business Consultants and Spouse and/or guest.

Tuesday, June 30 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.

Business Breakfast Meeting for John Hancock Employees Only

8:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Mars 6i and Portfolio Insight Training for John Hancock Employees Only

Afternoon and evening at leisure for you to enjoy Walt Disney World theme parks, restaurants and other attractions.

Wednesday, July 1 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.

Breakfast for John Hancock Employees Only

8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Divisional Breakout Sessions for John Hancock Employees Only

1:00 p.m.

Meeting Concludes

Check-out time for the Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is 11:00 a.m. Information on your departure and luggage storage will be included in your departure notice that you will receive on Monday, June 29.

➣ Flight Arrangements John Hancock Funds will pay for roundtrip coach airfare for you and your spouse or guest. Any airfare costs for additional guests, such as children, will be a personal expense. Flight arrangements can be made through Colpitts World Travel. Colpitts can be reached at 800-972-7777, ext. 4500. In an effort to make the booking process as easy for you as possible, Colpitts has agreed to waive any ticket booking fees for additional guests or children. If you prefer, you can also make your flight arrangements through Expedia, Travelocity, etc. or directly with the airline. Please note: The Wednesday, July 1 session ends at 1:00 p.m. Please plan your departure accordingly. The transfer to the Orlando airport from the Grand Floridian is 45 minutes. Please be sure to include your flight information on the registration page. This is critical information for us to arrange your ground transportation.

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➣ Ground Transportation For your arrival, we will be utilizing Disney's Magical Express (DME) Transportation. DME is a way to help you reach your meeting destination stress-free and focused. Disney picks you up and takes you from Orlando International Airport to the resort, while the "hands-free" luggage service delivers your bags from the plane directly to your room. Ground transportation will be provided for all arrival days. For your departure, we will offer a continuous airport shuttle for your return trip home. More detailed information on ground transportation will be provided to you in your confirmation packet.

➣ Car Rental All major car rental companies are located at the Orlando International Airport. An office for Alamo Rent A Car is located at Walt Disney World. Reservations can be made through the Grand Floridian concierge located in the lobby. If you would like to make reservations in advance, call 800-GO ALAMO.

➣ Parking Valet parking is $10.00 per day and self parking is complimentary at the Grand Floridian lot located across the street from the resort.

Climate

➣ John Hancock Funds Hospitality Desk

June temperatures in Lake Buena Vista, Florida:

The Hospitality/Registration Desk will be located at Whitehall in the Grand Floridian Conference Center on Sunday, June 28. Here you will receive your meeting registration materials.

Average daily high temperature: 85°

➣ Babysitting and Childcare Services

Average daily low Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa offers babysitting services for children aged

temperature: 75°

6 weeks to 12 years. To make reservations, please call 800-696-8105. Or, check with the Front Desk or the concierge during your visit for information.

Time Zone Lake Buena Vista will be on

➣ Grand Floridian Spa & Health Club

Eastern Daylight Time during

Just as in Victorian times, ladies and gentlemen can take advantage of intoxicating

the Summer Sales Meeting.

fragrances and restorative powers representative of a more gracious and innocent age. The European-style spa offers massage, body treatments, facials and more. To make

Comparative Times Los Angeles

8:00 a.m.

Chicago

10:00 a.m.

Boston

11:00 a.m.

Lake Buena Vista 11:00 a.m.

advance reservations call 407-824-1840. The Health Club is complimentary to all resort guests and includes Cybex equipment, free weights and whirlpool. The Health Club is open from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

➣ Theme Park Tickets As a John Hancock Funds meeting attendee, you have the option of purchasing Disney theme park tickets at a discount. Advance purchase lets you skip the lines



at the theme park ticket windows, save money and customize your free time to suit your individual agenda. Please click on the link provided on the registration site to order discounted theme park tickets. You have the option of having the tickets sent to you in advance or you can pick them up at any theme park ticket window. Discounted tickets are only available in advance. Please note there is no discount for one day, one park passes.

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➣ Dress Dress at the Grand Floridian is resort casual. The following suggestions are offered for John Hancock Funds events: Business Meetings Resort casual (slacks, sport shirt) Presenters: Business attire Scheduled Receptions & Dinners

Sunday, June 28 Opening night reception and buffet at The Summerhouse Resort casual (shorts or slacks, sport shirt)

Monday, June 29 Reception and dinner at The Grand Floridian Men: Jacket with collared shirt Women: Dress or pantsuit

➣ Victoria & Albert’s An award winning AAA Five Diamond, elegant and intimate retreat offering an elite prix fixe menu paired with world-class wines. The seven course menu is designed by Chef Scott Hunnel using luxury ingredients prepared in a refined manner. Reservations are required. Jackets are required for gentlemen. Serving dinner only.

➣ Citricos Celebrate the flavors of Southern Europe at Citricos! Featuring New American cuisine and draws inspiration from Provencal, Tuscany and the French Riviera. The restaurant includes an on-stage kitchen and extensive international wine list. Reservations recommended. Serving dinner only.

➣ Narcoossee's Nestled on the shores of the Seven Seas Lagoon, Narcoossee’s offers seasonal specialties from North American waters with creative selections of California and International wines carefully chosen to complement the cuisine. Reservations recommended. Serving dinner only.

➣ 1900 Park Fare Visit this turn-of-the-century buffet dining room with a festive carousel setting. Disney characters join the merriment by visiting the young and young-at-heart while you are serenaded by Big Bertha, an original, classic pipe organ. The Supercalifragilistic Breakfast Buffet features Mary Poppins and Friends. The Cinderella’s Gala Feast offers a Prime Rib Dinner Buffet with Cinderella and Friends. Reservations strongly recommended. Serving breakfast and dinner.

➣ Grand Floridian Café Enjoy àla carte dining in a casual atmosphere ideally suited for families. The Grand Floridian Café offers traditional American favorites in a garden setting overlooking the pool and courtyard. Reservations recommended. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.

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➣ Gasparilla Grill & Games This quick-service restaurant is a double order of fun. Featuring made-to-order sandwiches and salads, vegetarian dishes, hamburgers, fresh fruit, pastries, ice-cream and yogurt. The game room features video and electronic games. Open 24-hours.

➣ Garden View Tea Room Savor the centuries-old tradition of “Taking Afternoon Tea” in “Grand” style. Traditional English-style tea is served in a garden hideaway in the elegant lobby with scones, tea sandwiches and delicious European pastries. Serving Afternoon Tea.

➣ Mizner's Lounge A classic cocktail lounge overlooking the courtyard and lake offers espressos, specialty cocktails, and an international selection of port wines, cognacs and brandies along with specially-selected appetizers.

➣ Call 407-WDW-DINE for advance dining reservations at the Grand Floridian Resort & Spa and other restaurants located throughout Walt Disney World, including all the Theme Parks!

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