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Hyatt Regency Bonaventure Conference Center & Spa
250 Racquet Club Road,
Weston, Florida, USA 33326

Tel: 954 616 1234    Fax: 954 384 6157
http://bonaventure.hyatt.com

NAA has a block of rooms reserved at a special rate of $149 per night.  To get this discounted rate, you must make your reservation through NAA when you register for the conference.

Enjoy your stay at this remarkable 23-acre retreat located in Weston, Florida. The newly renovated Hyatt Regency Bonaventure Conference Center and Spa, is only 20 minutes from the airport. Relax in elegant rooms with handsome marble baths. Pamper yourself at their extraordinary Elizabeth Arden spa. Work out in a state-of-the-art fitness center. Tee off on a championship golf course. Then dive into the stunning pool with a cascading waterfall. Allow the attentive, friendly staff to serve you at their restaurant and cafés. Walk through serene gardens as swans glide by and Koi dart through the pond. Within minutes you can take an eco-tour of the magnificent Everglades, shop till you drop at Sawgrass Mills Mall - the largest retail and entertainment complex in the state – or board a riverboat to cruise the Fort Lauderdale waterways.

Hyatt Regency Bonaventure is Broward county’s first state-certified green hotel - click to read press release.

Click here for a map of the Bonaventure property.


Information on Guestrooms:
British colonial style highlights a 400-500-sq.-ft. room featuring one king or two full-size beds with plush bedding, flat-screen or LCD TV, desk with two chairs and marble bath with walk-in shower, tub and bidet. Luxurious amenities include the Hyatt Stereo MP3 docking station/radio, microwave oven, small refrigerator and both wired and wireless Internet access. Sleeping rooms with balconies present lush views of hotel grounds.


 

Amenities
  • LCD flat screen televisions
  • iHome iPod docking station with AM/FM clock radio
  • Voicemail and speakerphone
  • Refrigerator and microwave
  • Marble bath with walk-in shower
  • Bidet
  • Coffee maker
  • Hairdryer
  • Iron & ironing board
  • Minibar
  • No rollaway beds
  • Video checkout
  • Windows that open

  • Wet bar
  • Dual-line portable telephones
  • High-speed wired and wireless Internet access
  • Separate work area with enhanced lighting
  • In-room safe large enough for a laptop
  • Cable/satellite TV channels
  • Crib available upon request
  • Individual climate control
  • Maximum guests per room: 4
  • Morning newspaper
  • Scale
  • Video on demand

 

Banyan Restaurant:

Enter Banyan Restaurant and experience casual dining at its best. Gleaming wood floors and stone accent walls set the tone for a superlative meal. Prepare for a meeting over a hearty breakfast, or gather friends for a carefree luncheon. Join us any time of the day to sample an array of tempting cuisine, designed to satisfy even the most discerning palates, at our Weston Florida restaurant.  At this restaurant you can enjoy diverse breakfast assortments, succulent lunch selections and memorable dinner options. Discover remarkable cuisine, prepared with the freshest produce, meats or seafood and infused with the flavors that celebrate Florida's cultural diversity. The icing on the cake? A stunning dining room and extraordinary service.

Hours: Breakfast - 6:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m, Lunch - 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and Dinner - 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.


Ireland’s Steakhouse:
Prepare yourself for a relaxing and memorable evening at this Fort Lauderdale Florida restaurant, known for its prime cuts of beef and incredible seafood. Ireland's Steakhouse welcomes guests to sit back and enjoy a superb meal and exceptional service. Warm red and yellow decor creates an elegant yet cozy feeling to the dining area. Using the freshest ingredients and the utmost care, our executive chef gives as much thought to pleasing the eye as he does the palate. Delight in Ireland's Steakhouse's exquisitely prepared menu, where each dish is as innovative as it is flavorful, and is perfectly accompanied by a variety of distinctive side dishes like Truffle Mac ‘n Cheese or Chorizo and Seafood Risotto. Sample all our delightful choices including: A meal is more than the food itself. It is an event. See for yourself why guests return to Ireland's Steakhouse time and time again to experience this incomparable restaurant. Click here to view the entire menu.

Hours: Tuesday through Saturday - 5:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
 


Cabana Bar & Café:
Lush greenery, cool breezes and the soothing sounds of trickling water beckon guests to lounge at the Cabana Bar & Cafe. Gather friends for happy hour. Unwind with a light yet filling lunch. Frozen concoctions and cocktails along with light fare are a sure way to wind down in the early afternoon. Whether you are making the rounds at a conference, returning from a whirlwind tour of the Everglades or sunning by the pool, Cabana Bar & Cafe is the perfect respite during the day.

Hours: Monday through Sunday - 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
 


Bar ZEN:

Just as you'd expect, Bar Zen is soothing and minimalist in design. Soft neutral decor complements sleek lighting and two tranquil aquariums in our sophisticated Fort Lauderdale bar. Sidle up to the bar to catch the latest news on our plasma television. Take in the lovely water features and verdant gardens outside of the bar, while you enjoy light fare, premium wines and beers, and specialty drinks. Guests can enjoy light fare in our bar. Do as the locals do and munch on our Caribbean "Tostone" Chips, consisting of double-fried plantain chips topped with shredded beef and queso blanco. Relax!

Hours:  Daily - 4:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.


Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa & Bamboo Spa Café:

All conference attendees will receive 20% off all spa services!

Step through the signature Red Door into the blissful sanctuary of our lovely Zen Garden and allow the sense of calm and serenity to surround you. Set amidst the lush gardens of this magnificently transformed hotel, the spacious, 48,000 square foot Red Door Lifestyle Spa takes personalized service to its highest levels. Catering to both the body and soul, each treatment at our luxurious Fort Lauderdale day spa is designed to heal, sooth and rejuvenate your entire being.  You can still experience the spa environment without actually getting any treatments by visiting the Bamboo Spa Café. Ensure that your inner health mirrors your outer self by dining at Bamboo Spa Cafe. Tropical decor with a modern edge defines this cafe. Whether you stop in for breakfast or lunch, our cuisine is as fresh and delicious as it is healthful.  Savor a full-range of specialties including the Bamboo Spa Cafe Wrap for breakfast, made with egg whites, spinach, fresh vegetables and low-fat cheese enveloped by a whole wheat tortilla and served with fresh fruit or the Red Door Wheatberry Tabbouleh Sandwich, for lunch, featuring lemon hummus, grilled Portobello mushroom, fresh herbs and feta cheese and wrapped in a whole wheat tortilla. Enliven your senses and maintain good health with a delightful meal that will leave you feeling sated and energized.

Red Door Spa Hours: Daily - 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Reservations: To make a reservation please call or 866.RED.DOOR or visit www.reddoorspas.com

Bamboo Spa Café Hours: Breakfast - 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and Lunch – 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.


The Fitness Center & Resort Pools:

Hyatt Regency Bonaventure Conference Center & Spa offers each guest an opportunity to enhance their stay and keep active by using our 24-hour fitness facilities. The 2,000 square foot fitness center is complete with the most advanced exercise equipment, full range of weights and exercise instruction. The Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa also offers daily group exercise classes for a fee.  This full-service membership fitness center offers:

- Cardio equipment
- Cross-trainers
- Treadmills
- Recumbent and stationary bicycles
- Stairclimbers
- Yoga studio and movement center
- Personal trainers, fitness and exercise instruction
- Weight machines

During your stay you should also find time to dip into to one of the properties three pools.  Surrounded by the lush gardens and filled with the sounds of nature, you’ll find the perfect retreat from the world. Relax in the soothing hot tub, or float under the cooling waterfall falling gently into a resort-sized pool.  

Fitness Center Hours: Complimentary to guests; Open 24 hours
Pool Hours: Daily; 8:00 a.m. to 10 p.m.


Maps, Directions and Transportation:

 
Map:

Hotel Address:

Hyatt Regency Bonaventure Conference Center & Spa
250 Racquet Club Road
Weston, Florida, USA 33326
 
Directions:

FROM FORT LAUDERDALE / HOLLYWOOD INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT:

Exit airport taking I-595 West approximately 15 miles to Exit 1A (136th Avenue/State

Road 84). Proceed straight, West on State Road 84 approximately 2.5 miles (thru light at Weston Road) to Bonaventure Blvd. Turn left onto Bonaventure, beneath expressway and thru stop light, about 1/10 mile to Racquet Club. Turn right onto Racquet Club and proceed 1/3 mile to hotel entrance on your left.

FROM MIAMI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT:

Exit airport and take 836 West (Dolphin Expressway) approximately 4 miles to 826 North (Palmetto Expressway). Take 826 North approximately 10 miles to I-75 North. Take I-75 North to Royal Palm Boulevard (old Arvida Parkway), Exit 15. Go West on Royal Palm Boulevard (old Arvida Parkway) to 3rd traffic light, Bonaventure Blvd. Turn right on Bonaventure and proceed North approximately 2 miles through 4 intersections to Racquet Club Road. Turn left onto Racquet Club Road.  Hotel is 1/3 mile down Racquet Club Road on your left.

FROM THE NORTH OR SOUTH - I-95:

Exit I-595 West and proceed approximately 13 miles West to Exit 1A (136th Avenue/State Road 84). Proceed straight West on State Road 84 and go West approximately 2.5 miles (through stop light at Weston Road) to Bonaventure Blvd. Turn left onto Bonaventure beneath the expressway, thru stop light, about 1/10 mile to Racquet Club Road. On Racquet Club Road make a right.  The hotel is 1/3 mile down Racquet Club Road on your left.

FROM THE NORTH OR SOUTH - Florida turnpike:

Exit at I-595 Ft. Lauderdale. Take I-595 West to exit 1A (136th Avenue/State Road 84). Proceed straight West on State Road 84 and go West approximately 2.5 miles (through stop light at Weston Road) to Bonaventure Blvd. Turn left onto Bonaventure beneath the expressway, thru stop light, about 1/10 mile to Racquet Club Road. The hotel is 1/3 mile down Racquet Club Road on your left.

FROM THE SOUTH - I-75:

Take Exit 15 (Royal Palm Boulevard (old Arvida Parkway)). Go West on Royal Palm to 3rd traffic light - Bonaventure Blvd. Turn right and proceed north approximately 2 miles thru 4 intersections. Make a left at Racquet Club Road and proceed 1/3 mile to hotel entrance on your left.

Transportation & Parking:


In an effort to help ease the cost for our air travelers, NAA has secured an agreement with JetBlue Airways to provide attendees a 5% discount off the lowest available fare by booking online!  Simply go to the JetBlue website by following this link: www.jetblue.com/promo.  Once there, book your flight and enter in promo code NATIONALAUTISM to receive your discount.  Flights from ANY city to Fort Lauderdale are eligible during the outbound travel dates of November 11 – 13, 2008 and return travel dates of November 16 – 18. 2008.

RULES & REGULATIONS:

Booking flights:
  Flights are capacity controlled and any flight is entitled to the 5% discount as long as it fits the criteria outlined below. All flights in a reservation must include valid routes and travel dates in order to receive a discount. If only one direction of travel is valid, please book your valid flight as a one way trip using the promotional code and the other segment as a one way trip without the code.

Changes: Any changes to an itinerary booked with a promotional code will be subject to a change fee, any applicable increase in airfare, and it will also result in the removal of the discount.

Cancellations: Booking may be cancelled, but will be subject to a cancellation fee.


Shuttle and Taxi Service
There is shuttle or taxi cab service, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to and from either Miami International Airport or Fort Lauderdale International Airport.  All arriving guests will find courtesy phones at all baggage claim areas. 

Advance reservations are recommended for large groups.

Fares range from $20-$50 each way. Travel time is approximately 15 – 25 minutes.

Hertz Rental Car Service Onsite
Hertz Rental Car is located in the Hyatt Regency Bonaventure lobby for your convenience.
Open 6 days a week: Mon - Sat from 8AM to 6PM.

Parking
Valet parking and self-parking are available at the hotel.
·         Self parking is offered on-site and is complimentary.
·         Valet parking $10 per day
·         All parking includes in and out privileges.

 


 
 

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