Curacao 2003 - An Island Gathering
 The Third Annual
All Inclusive Island Gathering (www.islandgathering.com)
enhanced the strong tradition of this now well-established webmaster
conference. Since its inception, the Island Gathering has eclipsed
all other events, attracting the highest concentration of industry
decision makers in one venue, in an environment conducive to intimate
discussions and unfettered access.
The combination of unique activities and events in an exclusive Caribbean
location, the best sponsors in the online e-commerce world, and attendees
ready to engage in serious high-level business discussions in a relaxed
atmosphere, contribute to the elegant climate created by Shaliza Somani
each year for our enrichment and enjoyment. Improvements this year
included resort-wide wireless Internet access for attendees, and IG
Co-Hostess Muriel, fluent in English, Dutch and Papiamentu (also fluent
in dancing!).
The sumptuous breakfast buffet was sponsored by NoCreditCard, well
represented by Gerard, Mitch and Bjorn this year...Champagne, Belgian
waffles, fresh fruit, pastries and eggs cooked to order...Fine fuel
for hardworking webmasters recovering from the Casino and house parties.
The Golf-Shoot-Out was sponsored by Python, represented by David and
Chad. An Oceanside Golf Tournament at Curacao's Blue Bay - 19 holes,
Drinks and Prizes!
This was HOT! The Bonaire Snorkeling and Dive Trip was an experience
to remember. A twenty minute private flight whisked our group to Bonaire
for a three-wheeler Trike tour, world-renowned snorkeling, and a Bar-B-Q
that knocked our flippers off! All this, and plenty of time to bond
with other webmasters and make deals.
My personal favorite was the LightSpeedCash Dolphin Encounter. This
visit to the Curacao Aquarium, complete with intimate up-close-and-personal
interaction with some playful relatives of Flipper, will be a treasured
lifetime memory. Steve, Shannon, Tanker and Zebra graciously hosted
this event, which even brought out the people who never participate
in these activities! BRAVO! ENCORE!
The Island Gathering Happy Hour was hosted daily by LoveDollars at
the seaside Seabreeze Bar. Sit at the bar, sit in the pool at the
bar...great drinks and great food...great fun...and the perfect setting
for the First Annual IG Belly Flop Contest...trophy went to Marc Womack
of ConsumptionJunction fame...
The ComboCash Dinner and Disco Evening was hosted at the most popular
nightspot on the Island. A private playpen with access to the bar
and dancing area open to the public. This beach barbecue presented
local seafood and delicacies - all you could eat and drink, and plenty
of opportunity for relaxed informal business.
The final evening belonged to the Epoch Extravaganza...the Epoch/Epassporte
dinners quickly becoming legend. An exceptional five star meal at
one of Curacao's most exquisite waterfront restaurants - the conversation,
food, drinks, and view went on forever.
There was also a trip to the sinful side of the island...but you'll
have to ask Mark and Jason from FLASHCASH for those details!
Expect the Unexpected! The Island Gathering slogan says it all...you
bond and make friends at this conference, and friends conduct business
with friends...we'll see you in 2004. For limited exclusive sponsorship
opportunities, contact Shaliza early in the year.
Visit www.islandgathering.com,
email - shaliza@islandgathering.com
or call 416-534-5000 X-341
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