IT’LL BE AGREAT NEW YEAR - NMEA
IT'LL BE A GREAT NEW YEAR
2010 NMEA CONVENTION
Seattle has it all--sights, sounds, plenty to do and food galore
They call Seattle the Emerald City, and it just happens to be one of my favorite cities--after London, of course.
T he AAA Four Diamond, award-winning Sheraton Seattle Hotel is located in the center of it all and is a gateway to the diverse sights, sounds, and experiences of the fabulous Northwest.The very best of the city can be found just outside the front door, from the vibrant night life and gourmet restaurants of Belltown and Pioneer Square, to world-class shopping at upscale retailers along Pike and Pine streets to the corporate offices of Microsoft and Seattle's own Starbucks.Talking about Starbucks, a short and flat five block walk down Pike street (10 minutes) will take you into one of my other favorite places, Pike's Place Market and the very first Starbucks store--the birthplace, so to speak.
Most attractions are a short walk from the hotel, including the Seattle Art Museum, the Space Needle complex, which many of you will remember as the home of Fish Expo for many years.You could go see a show at the Fifth Avenue Theater or the Paramount Theater, be entertained by the opera or ballet at McCaw Hall. Enjoy the Seattle Symphony at Benaroya Hall, all of this just a short walk from the hotel. Other attractions nearby include Nordstrom's flagship store,Westlake Center Mall, Seattle Center, the Seattle Waterfront, the underground tour at historic Pioneer Square, Boeing and the museum of flight, Seattle Aquarium and Columbia wineries.
How about renting a kayak to explore Lake Union's famous houseboats, or take a day and go visit Mount Rainier, or just spend the day at Fisherman's Wharf or at the locks watching salmon jump up the ladders heading for their spawning grounds?
The hotel has one of the best fitness centers I have seen. It's located on the 35th floor--the top level--and is sports a whole array of equipment, including cardio, resistance machines and free weights. There is an adjacent indoor swimming pool, whirlpool spa, and sauna and, yes, it is free to hotel guests. Most of the 1,258 smoke-free sleeping rooms offer an inspiring view of the city and are complete with LCD televisions, coffee maker, Starbucks coffee and luxurious bathrobes.
We have negotiated complimentary high-speed Internet access in the rooms for all our attendees. Complimentary Internet service is also available in the lobby area.The lobby lounge is a place to kick back and relax after a day of sightseeing, shopping, or attending meetings-- grab a coffee, bowl of soup or a sandwich at the lobby caf?. Be a part of the non-stop action on Pike Street or just slip away to a cozy corner.
The hotel has a great restaurant situated near the bar and lounge called the Daily Grill, which is modeled after the great American grill of the 1930s. Daily Grill is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and offers a menu featuring certified Angus beef steaks and chops, fresh seafood, classic Cobb and Caesar salads, together with traditional-style entrees, homemade desserts and one of the best martinis in town. For breakfast I recommend the Denver Omelet, which is out of this world--I hope it is still on the menu come convention time.
DAVID HAYDEN President/Executive Director
2010 NMEA Convention
Sheraton Seattle Hotel ? Seattle, Washington Wednesday, September 29 ? Saturday, October 2, 2010
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