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Travel
The Sandpearl Resort is served by the Tampa International Airport. Directions and transportation service information will be sent to you with your registration acknowledgement. A wide range of airlines service the Tampa Bay area. Please book your flights early to obtain the best price.
Car Rental
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Resort Information |
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Adorning 700 feet of Clearwater's pristine beachfront, Sandpearl Resort is the first new resort to be built on Clearwater Beach in 25 years. The resort, which opened in August 2007, blends refined amenities and nature's splendor to offer meeting attendees a relaxing environment. Sandpearl is a member of the Preferred Hotels & Resorts Group.
On-property amenities include direct access to Clearwater Beach; a large outdoor pool with hot tubs; fire pit on the beach; a spa and fitness center; enrichment programs and a variety of dining options.
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Single and double occupancy rooms are available at the Sandpearl Resort for $210. Additional guests are $25 per person. A $15 resort fee is added to each room. The Resort fee covers: wireless and wired internet access; access to the resort fitness center; in-room coffee and bottled water; beach/pool towel service and nightly shoe shine. |
Dress & Weather
Attire for the IHEA Annual Meeting is resort casual except for the IHEA President's Reception and Gala Dinner on Tuesday evening, April 15 when Black Tie or Suit for gentlemen is kindly recommended. The average high in Florida in April is 81 degrees and the average low is 60. Sweaters or light jackets are recommended for evenings.
Quench Tank Draw Party
IHEA will repeat our Draw Party at the Quench Tank on Monday evening, April 14 where golf teams will be randomly selected for the Golf Tournament. Players will be divided into A, B, C, and D categories and then teams will be randomly (one player from each category to comprise each team). Don't miss this fun event on Monday evening starting at 9:30 PM.
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Golf Tournament
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This year's golf tournament will be held at the Bardmoor Golf Club, host to the PGA JC Penney Classic for 13 years. Designed for pros yet fun for all, the Bardmoor epitomizes Florida golf at its finest. The course features TifEagle greens and manicured fairways and is consistently rated one of Florida's best courses. Tournament fees include greens fees, cart, scoring, range balls, prizes and a box lunch. |
Registration Fees
Member Fee: $595
Includes: Sunday - Badminton Tournament, Welcome Reception and Theme Dinner; Monday - Buffet breakfast, Lunch and Quench Tank; Tuesday - Continental Breakfast, Croquet and the President's Reception & Gala; Wednesday - Continental Breakfast; Throughout the week refreshment breaks are also included.
Spouse/Guest Fee: $350
Includes: Badminton Tournament, Welcome Reception and Theme Dinner; Monday - Buffet breakfast and Quench Tank; Tuesday - Croquet and the President's Reception & Gala.
Committee Meeting Only Fee: $325
Includes: Sunday - IRED Meeting, Badminton Tournament, Welcome Reception and Theme Dinner; Monday - Buffet Breakfast and lunch.
Optional Activities
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St. Armands Circle & Ringling Estate Spouse Tour: $75
Monday, April 14 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Join IHEA members' spouses and guests on a tour of some of the best shopping and sites in the state. This year's spouse/guest tour will take you to the wonderful outdoor shopping area of St. Armand's Circle followed by lunch at the historic Columbia Restaurant on St. Armands (lunch will include salad, entrée, dessert, coffee, tea and soft drinks). The restaurant is known for their |
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outstanding Spanish and Cuban-influenced foods. We will then travel to the Ringling estate grounds and go on a docent led tour of the Ringling mansion, Ca d'Zan. This tour will include transportation, tour guide, lunch, admission to the Ringling Estate and all docent tours at the Estate. |
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Pirate Sunset Cruise: $70
Monday, April 14 6:30 - 9:00 PM
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Join IHEA members, spouses and guests as we sail into the Gulf of Mexico past Sandpearl Resort for an evening of food and drinks while taking in a spectacular Florida sunset. Dress up in your best pirate outfit or just come as you are to join in the fun! Food, beer, wine and soft drinks are included in the price. |
Golf Tournament: $120
Tuesday, April 15 11 AM - 5 PM
This year's golf tournament will be held at the Bardmoor Golf Club, host to the PGA JC Penney Classic for 13 years. Designed for pros yet fun for all, the Bardmoor epitomizes Florida golf at its finest. The course featured TifEagle greens and manicured fairways and is consistently rated one of Florida's best courses.
Badminton Tournament: No cost
Sunday, April 13 3 - 5 PM
Join IHEA members, spouses and guests for a friendly game of Badminton on the beach.
Croquet Tournament: No cost
Tuesday, April 15 1:30 PM
Golf not your thing? Then join us for a great game of croquet on the beach while relaxing in the sun.
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