On a Tropical Island, in the Caribbean Strategic Location in the Middle of the Americas San Juan, Condado, & Isla Verde Old San Juan Condado Isla Verde PR Convention Center Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (SJU) The travel distance/time from Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (SJU) to Old San Juan is approximately 10 miles/15 minute drive Room Inventory around the Island Important Facts History 1493: Christopher Columbus lands 1508: Juan Ponce de Leon arrives 1521: San Juan was founded, forts built 1898: Puerto Rico becomes US territory 1917: Jones Act grants US citizenship 1947: Puerto Ricans elect own governor 1952: Puerto Rico officially becomes a commonwealth of the United States Convenience Currency: US Dollar No passport needed for US citizens US Postal Service Same US Telecommunication System Same US Banking System General 3.4 million population 82°F (28ºC) average temperature year round Unique Caribbean destination with security and commodities of home On a Tropical Island, In the Caribbean Only in Puerto Rico – Old San Juan Only in Puerto Rico El Yunque Rainforest Puerto Rican Parrot El Coquí Adventure Camuy Caves Zip Lines Bioluminescent Bays Science Arecibo Observatory The William E. Gordon Telescope Gastronomy Culture Notable Puerto Ricans El Gran Combo: Musicians Ricky Martin: Entertainer Sonia Sotomayor: Supreme Court Justice Joseph Acaba: Astronaut Jennifer Lopez: Entertainer Marc Anthony: Entertainer Benicio Del Toro: Actor Doing Business on a Tropical Island Existing and New Hotel Developments World-Class Accommodations Puerto Rico provides a range of incredible venues for any special event and meeting Over 14,500 guest rooms and more than 1.2 million sq. ft. (120,773 sq. m.) of meeting space. Internet and Wi-Fi Renovated guestrooms, meeting rooms, lobbies and dining options On a Tropical Island, In the Caribbean World-Class Favorites Golf Courses, Spa, Casinos… World-Class Accommodations Future Developments- Ground Breaking Coming Up! JW Marriott Scheduled to open in 2016 Will be located in Dorado, right next to the Dorado Beach, a Ritz Carlton Reserve Four Seasons Scheduled to open in 2016 Will be located in the East Coast, about 10-15 minutes from El Conquistador Resort in Fajardo Will have 200-300 guest rooms approximately World-Class Accommodations A destination for all types of meetings Corporate Meetings Association Meetings City-wide / convention center groups Incentive Groups Luxury Groups Sports Groups Puerto Rico Convention Center Puerto Rico Convention Center Largest, green friendly convention facility in the Caribbean Most technologically advanced meeting facility 600,000 sq. ft. of total space Managed by SMG All of this On a Tropical Island, In the Caribbean Extraordinary Event Venues Event Venues Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico Hacienda Campo Rico Enjoy a private tour of this contemporary Located about 15 minutes from San Juan, and 25 museum, followed by a function in the central minutes from the Wyndham Río Mar gallery. This classic Spanish home or “hacienda” is an The gardens are as inspiring as the art inside and ideal venue for exclusive events for 60 to 120 also available for cocktail receptions. people, or an intimate group or family stay. Together they can host from 100 to 1,500 Delight in the breath-taking views of the Island’s people. north coast and the nearby rainforest. Event Venues Conservatorio de Música de Puerto Rico Bahía Urbana The Conservatory of Music of Puerto Rico is a Located in Piers 7 & 8 of Old San Juan, this new public institution of higher learning that offers waterfront venue can accomodate events of up undergraduate and graduate programs. to 4,000 attendees It’s broad terrace overlooks the Condado Lagoon The venue has an open air amphitheatre and an and is the perfect location for events of up 1,000 outdoor restaurant overlooking the bay (Café 8) people. Managed by SMG The Conservatory can offer a variety of musical groups from their student body, from Latin Jazz to classical ensembles. Event venues La Arcada – Paseo Princesa Old San Juan Hacienda Siesta Alegre Formerly the local San Juan penitentiary, La Located about 35 minutes from San Juan, in the Princesa is in the heart of Old San Juan on a foothills of the El Yunque Rainforest, 15 minutes breathtaking promenade fronting San Juan Bay. from the Wyndham Rio. Classic Spanish home can host private dinners and receptions for The restored site -- which can hold 400-500 parties of 30 to 1000. guests -- now houses an attractive art gallery and is the headquarters for the Puerto Rico Tourism Company. Event Venues Antiguo Casino de Puerto Rico Cuartel de Ballajá Old San Juan's most lavish building, the Old These barracks, the largest structure built by the Casino is a masterpiece of plasterwork, capitals, Spaniards in the “New World,” were once home friezes, cornices and pilasters. to Spanish troops and their families; today, the historic building noted for its symmetrical Its white marble ballroom, featuring a stunning architecture, houses the Museum of the chandelier, sets the tone for elegant receptions Americas, which features archaeological finds and social functions. and a colorful exhibit of crafts in the Americas. This luxurious building can host up to 400 people An impressive, and beautifully maintained, for more formal events. outdoor courtyard can accommodate up to 1,500 Managed by SMG people for a private event. Meet Puerto Rico Escape the Conventional World-Class Services DMC’s Translation Services Audiovisual Companies Decoration/Floral Restaurants Among other services On a Tropical Island, In the Caribbean Airlift Airlift Over 2,000 weekly non-stop and connecting flights to Luis Muñoz Marin International Airport (SJU) and regional airports. Currently 23 airlines fly to Puerto Rico Puerto Rico handles 70 daily flights from the USA, Europe and Latin America Airlift DIRECT (CONNECTING) NON-STOP FLIGHTS TOTAL OF FLIGHTS FLIGHTS USA: Southeast Region 461 73 534 USA: Northeast Region 277 57 334 USA: Mid-West Region 36 127 163 USA: Southwest 43 94 137 USA: Mid-Atlantic Region 52 19 71 USA: West Region 0 84 84 International 29 7 36 Caribbean Region 657 77 734 TOTAL 1,555 538 2,093 WEEKLY NON-STOP AND DIRECT FLIGHTS Meet Puerto Rico Most informed source for groups and conventions in Puerto Rico, with over 50 years of experience From start to finish you will have a one-stop-shop team working with you and for you. 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