Feast of Tabernacles 2008 Information Westin & Sheraton Grand Bahama Island Our Lucaya Resort, Grand Bahama, Bahamas

55 miles off the coast of Florida, the Sheraton Grand Bahama Island Our Lucaya Resort is in the heart of Grand Bahama Island. 7.5 acres of sandy beaches, sparkling blue waters, tropical surroundings, and a children's activity center make it ideal for families looking to relax and enjoy quality time together.

The 2007 Feast of Tabernacles will be held at the Sheraton Grand Bahamas Island Our Lucaya Resort. The sand-colored walls, honey-toned furniture, and brightly colored fabrics in the 478 guest rooms and suites will give feast goers a taste of paradise. All rooms and suites feature Sheraton Sweet Sleeper (SM) Beds for the ultimate good night’s sleep.

There is an abundance of activities for families to share together or separately. Pool games, crafts, and athletic competitions are offered daily around the pool and on the beach. Kids will love the sand playground and 35-foot-diameter wading pool. For an additional fee, Camp Lucaya offers supervised activities for children age 3-12.

Adults will appreciate the Sugar Mill Pool, with a 60-foot-high stone tower and "quiet" section with an adjacent 10-person spa tub. There are also two magnificent golf courses and the 25,000-square-foot Senses Spa & Fitness Center. 14 restaurants and cafés serve numerous delicious options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

The Sheraton Grand Bahama Island Our Lucaya Resort shares a 372-acre resort complex with a sister hotel, the Westin Grand Bahama Island Our Lucaya Resort. Guests enjoy full access to all resort facilities and activities.

 The resort was named one of Forbes magazine’s “Top 400 Hotels” and one of Child magazine’s “Top Ten Best Caribbean Resorts for Families” in 2006.

The service and amenities are geared to make guests’ stay everything they imagine it to be. The property is just minutes from the main port town of Freeport and transportation to and from these areas can easily be arranged.

Recreation

Our Lucaya offers all the signature amenities and attractions you’d expect in a world-class resort. Enjoy a day in the sun at the Serpentine, Crescent or lap pools.

You can also enjoy*: Senses Spa & Fitness Center, a 25,000-square-foot full-service spa -   massages and skin care treatments -   weight machines, cardiovascular equipment and aerobic classes Water sports include scuba lessons, windsurfing, jet skiing, parasailing, snorkeling, sailing, kayaking, water-skiing and banana boats, fishing Basketball, volleyball and tennis on clay, grass, artificial grass or hard courts Horseback riding Golf at 2 of The Bahamas’ finest  courses…The Lucayan Course and Reef Course        Camp Lucaya is a place where children aged 3-12 can be treated to fun and adventure 7 days a week, .variety of activities eg Arts& Crafts, Beach Olympics   Nearby Attractions - Lucayan National Park, big game fishing, duty-free shopping at Port Lucaya, swimming with dolphins & fishing   All services during the Feast will be held in Our Lucaya Convention Center. The first service will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, October 13, 2008.

Additional Information

New Passport Requirements as of January, 2007

New passport restrictions for air travel to and from the United States and Canada, Mexico, Bermuda, and the Caribbean will take effect in the new year. Travelers will be required to have a passport or other secure, accepted document to enter or re-enter the United States with all air travel. Most travelers can find information on our website at Sheraton.com

ROOM RATES: PER NIGHT

All room rates are quoted inclusive of applicable state and local taxes, as well as Daily Breakfast per person,

Children under 12 years are free if sharing with an adult. The rate also includes gratuities for maids and bellmen.

The rates will be available   3 days prior and 3 days after the meeting dates, subject to availability of rooms at the time of reservation.

RESERVATIONS PROCEDURES:

Attendees should request an application from Kingsley Mather at kingsley_mather@ucg.org. It will contain a reference number that should be used in all correspondence with him. The form should be completed and faxed to fax number that is shown on the application form. Brethren can telephone 1-866-837-4186 toll free if they have questions about their reservation to attend the United Church of God, Feast of Tabernacles.

Brethren that do not have access to a fax machine can mail their application to the address at the top of the application. All reservations will need one nights deposit guaranteed by a major credit card.

If you have any questions about the site please email Kingsley Mather at kingsley_mather@ucg.org, telephone 242-324-3169 Fax 242-364-5566.

Please check the Caribbean website for further updates at www.ucgcaribbean.org. 

All services during the Feast will be held in Our Lucaya Resort Convention Center, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas. The room is air-coditioned, so regular Sabbath attire as is worn in North American congregations is appropriate however men may wear slacks, dress shirt and tie. Dress for all other activities is casual.

The inaugural service will be at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, October 13, 2008.

We appreciate your prayers that God will grant us good weather before and during the Feast. We look forward to welcoming you to Westin & Sheraton Grand Bahamas Island Our Lucaya Resort and the 2008 Feast of Tabernacles.

We need to fill our room block at Sheraton & Westin Grand Bahama Island Our Lucaya, Bahamas by June 29, 2008. Please request your application as soon as possible.