Trinidad and Tobago is both pleased and excited to be hosting the 15th Annual FCCA Cruise Conference and Trade Show from October 27-31, 2008 and is well advanced with regard to putting all measures in place to ensure that conference participants have a thoroughly enjoyable, productive and safe visit to this twin island Caribbean nation
Conference Site and Accommodations
The Hyatt is approximately five (5) minutes from our capital city of Port of Spain and forty-five minutes from the Piarco International Airport. The hotel forms part of the Port of Spain International Waterfront Development that includes two office towers with 800,000 square feet of office space, a car park to accommodate 1200 cars, a full service business centre, Regency Club Lounge, Waterfront esplanade, Public Plaza, Garden terraces, verandas and water features.
Each of Hyatt’s 428 spacious and modern guestrooms offer a Hyatt Grand Bed, Wi-Fi and high speed internet, 32” LCD television, dual-line portable telephones featuring voice mail, deluxe bath amenities including hair dryer, iron, ironing board, iHome alarm clock radio and coffee maker.The hotel has several choices to satisfy your taste buds. located in the sleek lobby of the hotel is the Lobby lounge, which features tapas style dishes; the Cinnamon is the hotel’s deli-patisserie; the Poolside grill features the Hyatt Spa Menu; and finally there is the Waterfront Restaurant which offers a fine dining experience, fantastic gulf views and local delicacies. Recreational facilities include a 9,000 square-foot spa including six treatment suites; 24-hour Hyatt stay fit gym; infinity rooftop swimming pool; and outdoor terraces off the pool, Restaurant, Lobby Bar and Regency Club
Entry Requirements and Arrival
To travel to Trinidad and Tobago a valid passport is all that you need. Initially only delegates arriving from Haiti will be required to apply for a visa for entry to the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago however the local organising committee had this requirement waived.
Upon arrival at the Piarco International Airport, delegates will be met and assisted with clearance through Immigration and Customs. Accredited members of the Media must register at the Conference Registration Desk. Members of the Foreign Media must present current credentials that bear a photograph, such as a passport, and an assignment letter. A special area has been allocated for use by the media. Transportation will be provided for the VIPs, Officials, delegates and support staff from the Airport to their respective hotels. A daily shuttle will operate at designated times between the conference venue and the respective hotels. A pool of cars will be available to facilitate special transportation needs. For logistical reasons, delegates must advise of their flight arrival times and departure information to the local Secretariat so that the necessary arrangements can be made.
Tours of Trinidad and Tobago
One of the more exciting additions to this year’s event is the “Spouse Programme” where delegates’ spouses can get an opportunity to tour Trinidad. On Monday October 27th there is the City Tour, a tour of the Western Peninsula and a Nature Lovers’ Tour. On Wednesday October 29th there will be a City Tour, a tour of the Pitch Lake & Wild Fowl Trust Tour, a La Vega & Central Tour, a Western Peninsula Tour and Nature Lovers’ Tour will be available. On Thursday October 30th spouses will get a chance to experience a true Trinidadian Maracas Beach Lime and they will get some time to go Shopping & take in some of the local culture.
