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Social Highlights




        Friday, May 5                                           5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

        8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.                                   Tradeshow Reception
                                                                PR I NCESS   BALL ROOM
        NSAA Golf Tournament                                    With the convention in full swing, the Saturday night tradeshow
        TP C S C O TT S D ALE S TAD I U M C O U R S E           reception gives you a great opportunity to socialize, share a cocktail,
        The 2017 NSAA Golf Tournament will take place at the TPC   and explore the latest and greatest our industry suppliers have to offer.
        Scottsdale Stadium Course located adjacent to the Fairmont   While we’ll have plenty of delicious hors d’oeuvres and beverages on
        Scottsdale Princess. Designed by the team of Tom Weiskopf and   hand, you might want to consider taking advantage of Fairmont’s on-
        Jay Morrish, the Stadium Course is the home of the annual PGA   property specialty dining or head to downtown Scottsdale for some of
        TOUR Waste Management Phoenix Open (formerly the FBR Open).   Arizona’s best Southwestern cuisine among myriad of other options.
        Lush fairways surrounded by desert vegetation and breathtaking
        mountain views enhance the golf experience on this 18-hole, par   Sunday, May 7
        71 course. One of the most dramatic holes is the 15th hole. It is
        a reachable par 5 with water surrounding an island green. With   4:45 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
        bunkers in the front of the green and a lake to the left, it creates an
        interesting challenge for all.                          NSAA Marketing Awards Reception
                                                                PR I NCESS  H / I
        6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.                                   Join us for a fun and entertaining celebration of the 2016-17 season
                                                                and the exceptional marketing initiatives NSAA member resorts
        Welcome Reception                                       rolled out. Enjoy a cocktail as the best elements from all of the
        L A  H A C IEND A  P L A Z A  &  T R EL L I S           Marketing Award entries are shared and the winners announced.
        The opening night cocktail reception will be the place to reconnect
        with friends and make new acquaintances before immersing   6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
        yourself in all things Convention and Tradeshow. With plenty of
        delicious hors d’oeuvres and cocktails, this elegant Southwestern   Final Night Party
        courtyard is the perfect place to relax and take in the warm desert   COPPE R  C A N Y ON
        air. Located on the west side of the property, the area features a   The final night party this year will be in an authentic Arizona ranch and
        trellis-covered outdoor terrace surrounded by Arizona foliage, an   western mining town. Pull on your favorite pair of jeans and sit back,
        outdoor fireplace, and a fountain. Casual chic attire is perfect for   relax, and enjoy this one-of-a-kind experience at Copper Canyon.
        the reception.                                          With lively entertainment and great grub, Fairmont-style (squirt guns
                                                                included), you’ll be thoroughly entertained under the stars!
        Saturday, May 6
                                                                Monday, May 8
        4:30 p.m. – 5:15 p.m.
                                                                8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
        NSAA Golden Eagle & Safety Awards Reception
        PA LO M I N O  6                                        Sonoran Sunrise Departure Breakfast
        Come and celebrate areas’ environmental and safety initiatives and   PR I NCESS  PL AZ A
        their safety champions as the winners of this year’s Golden Eagle   Put a wrap on your convention adventures with a hearty brunch
        and Safety Awards are announced and presented their trophies.   before heading out for the day. Regardless of whether you are
        Have a beverage and learn about those areas that are making a   heading home or out to explore the great Southwest, stop by, fuel
        difference in their environmental impact, and finding innovative ways   up, share a few stories from the past couple days, and make plans
        to bring safety to their guests and employees.          to see your friends at next year’s convention.




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