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CLUB GUIDE Getting Ready • Getting There • Club Atlantis Basics • Restaurant Information Club Med Activities • Entertainment Preview • Essentials

CLUB ATLANTIS PUNTA CANA November 28 - December 5, 2020 | Club Med Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

atlantisevents.com 1 GETTING READY Passport and Documentation Requirements You must have a valid passport to enter Dominican Republic and visas may be required for residents of countries other than the US or . Remember, all documentation is your responsibility and no refund is offered should you not be able to travel due to improper documentation.

Entry Requirements and Testing The Dominican Republic (DR) requires that all guests complete a health questionnaire and submit to a screening for temperature upon arrival. Additionally, their immigration officials are conducting random Covid-19 rapid tests at the airport upon arrival. Approximately 10-15% of travelers will be selected for an on-site rapid COVID-19 test. In the case of a positive test, you will not be allowed to go to the resort and will be directed to a local medical facility for further testing and/or quarantine.

Pre-Arrival COVID-19 Test Requirement Given the social nature of our group and to add an extra layer of safety, Atlantis and Club Med are requiring COVID-19 testing both before your departure and upon arrival to the resort. This protocol has two direct benefits to you and our group. First, by testing before departure, you are significantly less likely to test positive upon arrival either at the airport or Club Med. We are trying to protect our guests from the unfortunate experience of a quarantine upon arrival. Second, and more obviously, but by double testing all guests, we are making it much less likely for transmission between guests. That said, it is essential that all of you understand that negative tests do not mean that either you or the group is COVID-19 free. Negative tests are only a snapshot in time and it’s entirely possible, and even likely, that asymptomatic carriers are present in our group or you will come into contact with them in your journey. Please see the section below on resort safety for more details. All guests will be asked to submit evidence of a negative PCR test with results no earlier than 72 hours prior to your departure from the USA. In most cities, this can be done through a drive-through or walk-up clinic and scheduled in the days before your departure. Upon arrival to the resort, you will be asked to present evidence of your negative PCR test to the Club Med medical staff. If you don’t have results yet, or didn’t get a test, you might be either quarantined until the results arrive or referred to additional testing. Their staff will determine each case on an individual basis.

Arrival COVID-19 Testing Each guest is also required to submit to a rapid COVID-19 test upon arrival at Club Med Punta Cana. This test will take about 15-20 minutes for the results. Once you clear with a negative test, you will be allowed on the property. The cost of the test is a mandatory $35 charge, which will be applied to your account at the resort. Please note that this is below the cost for the test and Atlantis is subsidizing these tests to make it fair and affordable. Guests who purchased the original Miches transfers will only pay $25 for the test since we have some credit on the difference in transfer costs.

What to Wear Club Atlantis is very informal. Casual resort or sports attire is appropriate all day and night. Everything is outdoors, so you might bring one long-sleeve shirt and/or pants. There are no formal nights, and you may always dress as you please. All our events are very relaxed and casual, however the themes may inspire a simple outfit or two. Laundry service is available for an additional charge at the resort.

Packing Advice Bring plenty of sunblock, bug repellent, hand sanitizer, and basic toiletries. Make sure you have a supply of masks for the duration of the vacation. Beach towels are provided. Finally, please do not place any valuables, including your passport, in your checked luggage. If you are taking any medications, please make sure you bring them in their original containers to avoid delays getting in and out of the country. Dominican Republic authorities have very strict rules and penalties regarding all drugs.

2 GETTING THERE Flight Advice As you know, you should arrive at least 2 hours prior to departure of any international flight, including flights with connections from the USA. Please plan accordingly. More importantly, please remember that the riskiest part of your vacation is likely to be the travel experience. Please wear a mask at all times, ideally a tight-fitting one with multiple layers. We suggest changing your mask as soon as you depart the plane. Also, keep your distance from other travelers at all times, and limit your time indoors and on transport vehicles. Taking these very simple steps will help prevent any exposure to COVID-19.

Transfers to the Resort If you purchased transfers from Atlantis, you will be met by a Club Med representative outside of the Customs Area across the driveway. They will be holding a Club Med/Atlantis sign and will direct you to the transfer from there. Please keep your masks on during the transfers and keep your distance from our other guests. The resort is approximately 10 minutes from the Punta Cana Airport.

HEALTH AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Safety Standards Club Med has implemented an extremely high standard of both cleanliness and operational safety measures at all their resorts. Detailing it would take pages, so we recommend you review their excellent “safe together” web page at the link below. Prior to opening in October Punta Cana was fully certified by the “PosiCheck” standard. You can find the details here: https://www.clubmed.us/l/safetogether Resort Guidelines While we want your experience to be as friendly and social as possible, we are obviously in the middle of a pandemic and it’s imperative that everyone follow strict safety guidelines at all times. Please realize that the testing we will have done is no substitute for following these practices and we ask that you take the recommendations seriously at all times. Here are the basic rules. Masks must be worn at all times in public areas, except while dining. This applies to both indoor and outdoor activities. We ask that you keep your dining companions to a maximum of 4 guests per table, ideally with the same people all week. While this is obviously not the “Atlantis standard” from past events, we want to make dining the safest possible experience. Physical distancing standards must be observed at all times. All events and dining will take place outdoors. Guests who are not feeling well or show a temperature will be asked to see medical staff immediately for evaluation and/or treatment. Guests who do not follow the above guidelines may be asked to leave the property, and no refund will be provided. Insurance Coverage You are also automatically covered by two types of insurance, designed to protect you in case of contact with COVID-19 and other medical emergencies. First, Club Med provides an enhanced Emergency Assistance Program with coverage for medical and related expenses should they be necessary during your stay. We will post the full document on our website under the Already Booked section. Second, the Dominican Republic is also providing insurance, albeit at a lower level, to all arriving guests through December 31, 2020. See the following link for details: https://www.drtravelcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Assistance-Certificate.pdf

Returning Home In some cases, guests will be required to get a COVID test within three days prior to departure from Punta Cana and before arrival in their home state (e.g., New York state residents). These tests will be available at the Medical Center at a cost of $35 billed to your Club Med account. Please notify the resort upon arrival if you will need such a test so we can plan accordingly. We recommend you visit your state’s Department of Health web site to know the travel advisories and guidelines prior to departing for Punta Cana and subsequently returning home. This link can help lead you to that information: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/travel-planner/index.html

3 CLUB ATLANTIS BASICS Your Daily Schedule Club Med Punta Cana is an eco-friendly resort and has requested printed material to be kept to a minimum. Therefore, full schedules are available on video screens around the village as well as on the Club Med app. We suggest you to keep a copy of this PDF file on your mobile device. Malcolm will provide the lineup for the upcoming day before our evening shows. For convenience, we suggest you download the Club Med app prior to departure from the Apple App Store, or Android App Store.

Contacting Team Atlantis Our team is on hand throughout the week to assist with making your vacation experience enjoyable in every way. Our team is usually in the most public areas of the resort, from the pool to mealtimes to the theater. Feel free to ask any of our team members for assistance at any time. In keeping with COVID-19 restrictions, we are staffing our desk at very limited hours, but can be reached at any time through reception. The “official” information desk will be available in the lobby each day from noon to 1:00 pm.

The Bar All cocktails and soft drinks are included at any of our bars all day, every day. Premium wines, champagnes, and a few specialty items are available at an extra charge. You must open an account at Reception to purchase any of these premium items or packages. See Bar or Reception staff for details.

Optional Excursions Club Med offers several outstanding excursions from the resort. Excursions can be booked at the resort in the Discovery Center between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm based on availability. Remember that all excursions are offered through Club Med.

Medical Center/Infirmary Hours 9:00 am – 12:30 pm 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

For any emergencies, Doctors are on site and available 24 hours a day. RESTAURANT & BAR INFORMATION Club Med Dining Club Med offers several outstanding dining options at the resort as listed below. Please note that times are approximate and may change. All meals are included, of course, at all times.

Hispaniola Under the shade of the palapa, enjoy the breathtaking views from the restaurant terrace. Located by the water’s edge, the sound of waves lapping against the shore is part of your dining experience. Serving international cuisine and delicious local dishes at breakfast, lunch, & dinner. Breakfast 7:00 am – 10:30 am Lunch Noon – 2:30 pm Dinner 6:30 pm – 10:00 pm

Indigo Beach Lounge & Restaurant Our relaxed outdoor patio grill offers a wide selection of meat, fish and vegetarian options, paired with specialty salts at dinner. Breakfast 7:30 am – 11:30 am Lunch Noon – 2:30 pm Snack menu 3:00 pm – 5:30 pm Dinner 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm* (reservations required) Late Night Snacks 11:00 pm – 2:00 am *Dinner reservations for same day dining at Indigo Beach Lounge can be made via calling or in-person at Guest Services between 8 am – 8 pm.

La Cave Wine Cellar (Near Cielo Bar and Near Indigo) 11:30 am – Midnight With two locations, one near Cielo Bar and one near Indigo, La Cave Wine Cellar offers a wide selection of the finest French & world wines, champagnes and premium spirits. You can also enjoy a glass of wine from the comfort of your room and even under the stars on the beach...at extra cost.

BAR HOURS Cielo Bar – Village Center 9:00 am – 12:30 am

Indigo Beach Lounge – Beach front 9:00 am – 2:00 am

Hibiscus Bar & Lounge - Zen Oasis Pool 9:00 am – 10:00 pm

Tiara Bar 9:00 am – 10:00 pm *exclusive to Tiara Suite guests

5 ATLANTIS ENTERTAINMENT PREVIEW Things will be a little different at this resort due to COVID-19 but we’re adapting to make this the perfect antidote to the realities of 2020! The following is a preview of our Atlantis lineup, with all shows and activities taking place outdoors. Seating will be spaced out appropriately in both the outdoor theater and lounges and we ask that you respect everyone’s distance. So how do we host a party in a pandemic? That’s been the question on our minds for months. We think the best option is to offer plenty of space to dance, lots of room to relax, and great music to enjoy. Essentially all the elements you love about a party except a crowd. We’re creating a terrific setup right on the beach near Indigo. Our traditional T-dances will be more of a musically scored sunset with outfits. Our nighttime parties will be an energetic blend of dance music and more downtempo chill out offerings, also with plenty of space for those what want to dance. Sure, it’ll be different but all of you can make anything fun! Here’s your preview of the week’s events.

Saturday Arrivals After the medical check-in, our resort team will assist you with finding your room and luggage transfers. It’s a contactless process and no paperwork is necessary. After that, hit the beach or pool! Welcome Spectacular! Creactive Circus Area, 9:30 pm The incredibly talented Club Med Circus team presents a high-flying production to welcome all of us to their home in the . A Little Night Music Indigo & Beach, 10:30 pm The incredibly versatile DJ Dan Slater, our DJ for the week, sets the tone playing a range of just about anything he wants to! The Late Cabaret with Brian Nash Cielo Bar, 10:45 pm A classic night of showtunes and more from one of NYC’s most talented entertainers.

Sunday Club Atlantis Resort Orientation Main Pool, 11:15 am With a little help from the Club Med G.O. Team, our host Malcolm explains how the resort operates and what to expect during your vacation. Dog Tag Afternoon Indigo & Beach, 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm We couldn’t do an Atlantis event without dog tags, so our longest running party gets a simple rework. Revealing military gear works, and so does just about anything else. Comedian Jim David The Theater, 9:30 pm If anyone could find humor in 2020, it’s our longest running comic! Atlantis favorite Jim David will have you laughing for the first time all year. Atlantis Beach Sounds Indigo & Beach, 10:30 pm Relax to the music of a night by the ocean.

Monday Cacophony Daniels The Theater, 9:30 pm New York’s quintessential Broadway baby and over-the-top drag diva, Cacophony Daniels packs powerhouse vocals, campy comedy, and all-around fun in this fabulous new show, featuring hits both old and new! Into the Jungle Indigo & Beach, 10:30 pm We’re on the doorsteps of nature so dress for the occasion, from native resident to animal-inspired playfulness. Tarzan and Jane welcome, as are lost tourists. DJ Dan Slater brings out the beast in all of us. Safely, and at a distance of course! The Late Cabaret with Brian Nash Cielo Bar, 10:45 pm Another classic night of showtunes and musical mischief.

6 Tuesday Caribbean Chill Indigo & Beach, 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm Let the music take control for the perfect beach side sunset experience. Keep it simple with bright swimwear, pareos, and a few tropical accessories. DJ Dan Slater does the rest with a blend of downtempo chill and engaging dance music. Dixie Longate The Theater, 9:30 pm Grab a cocktail, and get ready for some “Drinking with Dixie”! This fast-talking, gum chewing, ginger-haired Alabama gal will have audiences howling with laughter from her outrageously funny tales, homespun wisdom, and audience participation - all while showing you uses for libations that you never thought possible. Flashback Tuesday Indigo & Beach, 10:30 pm If you’re craving the musical connection to the Atlantis origins, this is your night! From the biggest hits of the 80’s to the big-room diva sound of the 90’s it’s vocals, synths, and pop-smash all night long! The Late Cabaret with Brian Nash Cielo Bar, 10:45 pm The place to be with a musical mashup from the incredibly talented mind of Brian Nash.

Wednesday Christina Bianco The Theater, 9:30 pm Acclaimed cabaret and Broadway performer, Christina Bianco’s versatile vocals and celebrity impressions have been the hit of the NY theater circuit. She’ll bring the legends to life as Barbra, Celine, Britney and more battle it out for the spotlight in her mind with her new show titled Crowd Control. Beach Party Indigo & Beach, 10:30 pm A relaxed evening to take in the beach, hosted by Club Med and their G.O. team. The Late Cabaret with Brian Nash Cielo Bar, 10:45 pm

Thursday Miss Richfield 1981 The Theater, 9:30 pm Minnesota’s most famous export goes beyond her roots with a brand new show titled Sunshines, Lollipops, and Rainbows. In this time of perpetual crisis, Miss Richfield always looks for the bright side. Who else could find the lighter side of a pandemic? White Sands Indigo & Beach, 10:30 pm The Atlantis tradition, built for the beach in one simple color. Dress up, dress down, crazy, traditional, or creative. All in white and relaxed for a night of pure revelry under the stars and on the sands. Music by DJ Dan Slater, of course.

Friday Disco Beach Indigo & Beach, 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm Our little souvenir from the evergreen boogie nights of MacArthur park is stayin’ alive to relight your fire. Jump, don’t stop until the dancing queen has the last dance. After all, we are family! Artificial fabrics optional as the spirit of the 70’s lives on as the big mirror ball in the sky hits the horizon. Brad Loekle’s Last Laugh The Theater, 9:30 pm Legendary gay comic Brad Loekle has been watching you all week and will make sure you’re ready to head back to the “real” world with a huge smile. Behind a mask of course. The Late Cabaret with Brian Nash Cielo Bar, 10:45 pm Drop in for one last night of music and friends.

Please note that all times and performers are subject to change.

7 CLUB MED ACTIVITIES Club Med CREACTIVE by Cirque du Soleil Ever dreamed of walking a tight rope? How about flying through the air with the greatest of ease? If you have, then it’s time to turn those dreams into a reality at Club Med’s CREACTIVE by Cirque du Soleil. CREACTIVE provides a vast choice of recreational acrobatic and artistic activities inspired by the circus, including high bungee, flying trapeze, aerial silk, tightrope, trampoline, juggling, percussion and dance.

And So Much to Do… Archery Basketball Golf Kayak Swimming Pool Snorkeling and Scuba Diving Table Tennis Stretching Water Aerobics Power Walking Tennis School Outdoor Fitness Classes Sailing Club Med Gym® (Masks required) Kite Surfing

Opening times for all activities will be posted at the resort. Instruction is included for all sports and activities.

8 RESORT ESSENTIALS Currency in Dominican Republic Dominican Republic law requires all transactions (over a certain dollar amount) to be handled in Dominican Pesos, although some establishments may list prices in US dollars as well. At the time this was published, the exchange rate was about 58.38 pesos to one dollar. At the resort, telephone and boutique charges can be signed directly to your room. You must open an account with the front deck and settle the account at the end of the week with Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Travelers Checks, or cash. Personal checks are not accepted. The Weather The average temperature in Punta Cana should be around 87° during the day and 73° at night. It’s slightly humid during this season so light clothing is highly recommended. The Water The water throughout the resort is filtered, purified, and safe to drink. We highly recommend drinking only bottled water outside the resort. Shuttle Services Shuttles are available within the resort to take you throughout the property. Please check the shuttle schedule in the Lobby for operating hours. Resort Address & Phone Club Med Punta Cana, APT POSTAL 106 HIGUEY, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic 23000 Phone: +809-686-5500 Phone and Internet The phones in each room can be used to dial any local or international number. We recommend using a calling card for outbound calls. Otherwise, be prepared for very high service fees. Basic wireless internet is included as well, with a free WiFi code for up to four devices. Or stay blissfully disconnected!

9 CLUB ATLANTIS TEAM Our Club Atlantis team is made up of our employees and hosts working together to create a relaxing and carefree vacation. We are here for you at all times and can easily be found with name badges on and masks hiding big smiles! Resort Team Entertainment Team Rich Campbell - President Jim David James Compton - Event Producer Cacophony Daniels Malcolm Neitzey - Atlantis Host Dixie Longate Allan McGavin - Event Coordinator Christina Bianco Marino Maranion - Guest Relations Miss Richfield 1981 Seth Bradshaw Brad Loekle Clinton Foster Brian Nash Jarvis Hudson DJ Dan Slater Giovanni Isaacs QUESTIONS? We can’t wait to see you at Club Atlantis Punta Cana! If you have any questions please contact our office at 310-859-8800 and we’ll do our best to assist you. You can also email us at info@atlantisevents. com. Thank you again for choosing Atlantis for your vacation.

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