JUNE 16-21, 2013 • TAMPA, FLORIDA
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SOCIAL PROGRAM
SOCIAL PROGRAM
My name is Celeste Raffaelle and
it is my pleasure to be your Social
Program Chair for the 39th PVSC
to be held in Tampa, Florida. Tampa
Bay has all the best of Florida in one
place. From wild to mild, there is
much to see and do and the one-of-
a-kind attractions provide fun for the
entire family.
We are pleased to offer three organized companion tours
through the Bay Area Destination Management Inc. (e.g.,
Dali Museum Tour, Highlights of Tampa Tour, and the
Clearwater Beach Day). In addition, we have arranged
a self-organized day trip. We will board the convenient
TECO line Streetcar right in from of the convention center
and make stops at Tampa’s Channel District where guests
may visit The Florida Aquarium, the Tampa Bay History
Center, or play and shop at Channelside Bay Plaza; we
will then proceed on to the brick-lined streets of Ybor City
and the Latin Quarters-”Centro Ybor,” where our group
will lunch on own at the gem of Spanish Restaurants-
Columbia, and get to see their famous Flamenco Dancers!
As has been the practice over the past few conferences,
we are asking all the companions to register for the
conference. This will make signing up for the various
activities quite easy, ensure that you will receive emails
regarding any changes and other special events/
opportunities, and will provide you with access to the
companions room at the convention center (which includes
complimentary continental breakfast each morning). In
addition, all PVSC badged individuals will be able to ride
the TECO Streetcar at no cost. You only need to present
your PVSC badge to the conductor at the time of boarding.
Anyone not displaying a PVSC badge will have to pay the
normal cost.
Celeste Raffaelle
Social Program Chair
COMPANION ROOM (AVAILABLE DAILY)
Because we are special, we have a dedicated space
at the hotel to rendezvous, socialize, and be merry.
Start each morning here with a complimentary
continental breakfast. Companions are encouraged
to make full use of this room. PLEASE NOTE that
only companions with badges will be allowed in the
companion’s room for our continental breakfasts.
Monday - Thursday 7:00 am - 9:00 am
Marriott Tampa Waterside, Meeting Room 1 (Level 3)
