communiquest magazine - april 2015 (semimonthly)
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Visionary, Founder, and Master Coach
President
Marketing Vice President
General Comptroller
Corporate Business Director
Corporate Quality Director
Electronic Publishing
Content and Editing
Managing Director —MyDay Travel
Corporate Headquarters:
Year 8 Vol. 1, Issue 94
Jose-Manuel GARCIA [email protected] Jose-Manuel (Manolo) GARCIA [email protected] Alicia ASTUDILLO, DMCP [email protected] Trinidad SANCHEZ [email protected] Francisco BAEZA [email protected] Julia ORTIZ [email protected] Alejandro PECH [email protected] Omar GALLEGOS [email protected] Jorge OROZCO [email protected] Av. Acanceh 1-01, SM 15 Cancun, Q. Roo, 77500 Mex. Ph. +52 (998) 287-1700 www.ividmc.travel
Contents: Page
How to Prepare a Chocolate, Banana,
Peanut Butter Smoothie
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Cover Subject:
Top 2015 in Demand
Tours & Activities Swim with Dolphins
Zip Line, ATVs, and Cenotes
Rhythms of the Night
Puebla and Cholula
Pirate Boat Show
La Ruta del Ron Barcelo
Saona Island
Sunset Cruise
Panama Canal
Helicopter Tour in Rio de Janeiro
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Banyan Tree MayaKoba - Early
Bird Advantage
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Travel Tip: Know Your ABCs 15
© Copyright 2015. All Rights Reserved.
Destination Offices:
Mexico The Caribbean Central America South America
IVIDMC² Cancun & Riviera Maya Jose-Manuel (Manolo) GARCIA President [email protected]
IVIDMC² Dominican Republic Genaro ALMONTE Regional Managing Director [email protected]
IVIDMC² Guatemala, Belize, El Salvador, & Honduras
Jorge LAZO Regional Managing Director [email protected]
IVIDMC² Colombia Carolina CALDERON Regional Managing Director [email protected]
IVIDMC² Puerto Vallarta & Riviera Nayarit, Mexico City, & Central Mexico
Jaime NELO Regional Managing Director [email protected]
IVIDMC² Cuba Alejandro DEBASA Regional Managing Director [email protected]
IVIDMC² Costa Rica Sonia VARGAS Destination Manager [email protected]
IVIDMC² Brazil Andrea MAJELA Regional Managing Director [email protected]
IVIDMC² Puerto Vallarta & Riviera Nayarit
Alexandra GONZALEZ Destination Manager [email protected]
IVIDMC² Panama Ligia VARGAS Regional Managing Director [email protected]
IVIDMC² Argentina & Chile Leila GOROSITO Regional Managing Director [email protected]
IVIDMC² Los Cabos Mario FOSTER Regional Managing Director [email protected]
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Ingredients:
1 cup chocolate almond milk
1 frozen chopped banana
2 table spoons peanut butter
Whip cream (optional)
expectations by going the extra mile so to speak in regard to superlative service. A satis-fied client is our ultimate goal. With these lofty standards in mind, we strive to choose and only work with suppliers that meet our criteria in order to render an out-of-the-ordinary service.
After 28 eventful years in the business, IVIDMC
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forged with thousands of satisfied customers. We invite you to enjoy the pleasure of doing business with us and see for yourself that an unforgettable and successful event is feasible. You have my unfailing commitment to make you and your group look great!
Sincerely, Jose-Manuel (Manolo) GARCIA President
Message From Headquarters
As President of IVIDMC2, I
deem it an honor to run this prestigious company and continue its positioning as one of the best in the market. The canons assertively say that the customer is first, and I concur. I also agree that our
associates are the strong backbone of our company, and I consider them as my extended family. Without them we would not be where we are today.
Our company is recognized in the M&I industry as being down to earth and having an outstand-ing service-minded attitude. Our unchangeable commitment is to exceed our customers’
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How to Prepare a Chocolate, Banana,
Peanut Butter Smoothie They say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day,
so start your morning off right with this jolt of energy smoothie.
“But I’m in a hurry”, you say. No need to worry, this smoothie
takes just 5 minutes to prepare. Just make sure to slice up a
banana and throw it in a zip lock bag and put it in the freezer
over night. If you forgot this step, no worries, as a plan B you
can throw in some ice to the mix, and then blend away! Your
taste buds will go bananas with every sip!
Preparation: In a blender put the frozen chopped banana, pour in the cup of
chocolate almond milk and add the peanut butter. Blend until
the banana is completely blended. Pour into a glass or a to go
cup, if you're in a hurry. Top with whip cream if you so desire,
and savor every sip.
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Top 2015 in Demand Tours & Activities
Cover Topic:
Swim with Dolphins
Cancun and Riviera Maya
Swim, learn, play, and plunge into a
world of exciting adventure where
dolphins lead the way! Swimming
with dolphins is everything you could
have ever imagined! The chance to
encounter these highly intelligent
and friendly marine mammals will
fascinate and amaze you.
IVIDMC2 has selected the best
Cancun & Riviera Maya suppliers
that offer outstanding facilities and
well-thought-out programs that both
protect Dolphins and allow you to
enjoy these friendly and wonderful
animals.
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Zip Lines, ATVs, & Cenotes
IVIDMC2 Cancun & Riviera Maya brings you world-class canopy tours. Considered some of
the longest zip line circuits in North America, they are also known for abiding to international
safety standards.
You have probably seen cenotes on the Travel Channel. Cenotes are sink holes where under-
ground rivers meet, thus creating exotic swimming pools. Practice kayak, zip lines, rappel, and
snorkel. Nothing is more refreshing than a cool jungle swim on a hot and sunny day!
Maya people believe cenotes are protected by Aluxes (mythological creatures that guard
them). Learn about history, anecdotes, and legends of the region by means of our certified tour
guides that will immerse you into the amazing Mayan culture.
The ATV tours take you through dirt terrain into the deep tropical jungle with winding narrow
roads covered by canopies of rainforest. Safety-trained guides take the lead, stopping along
the way for regrouping. And if lucky, you may be able to spot the unique wild life of our
awesome destination.
Cancun and Riviera Maya
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One of the most popular activities at Banderas Bay is called
Rhythms of the Night. As night falls, the secluded cove of
Las Caletas is transformed into a magical paradise, the
ultimate backdrop for our exclusive event. Rhythms of the
Night is an amazing voyage that will transport you to a
mystical and spiritual land that time left behind untouched.
Your adventure begins with a scenic ocean cruise across
Banderas Bay to the isolated cove of Las Caletas overseeing
one of the most beautiful sunsets in the world. Once at the
private cove, a great dinner and a hypnotic and exhilarating
spectacle will captivate you. Stories of an ancient civilization
are told through live music and modern dance as one of Mex-
ico's most innovative contemporary dance troupes transports
you on a magical and mystical journey through time.
Get in touch with your IVIDMC² Puerto Vallarta & Riviera
Nayarit representative and ask for a special all inclusive
package for an unforgettable experience!
Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit
Rhythms of the Night
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Puebla and Cholula
Mexico City and Central Mexico
Admire breathtaking views of the
Iztaccihuatl and Popocatepetl
volcanoes, along the drive to the quaint
town of Cholula. Visit and climb the
largest pyramidal structure in the
world: 210 ft tall (64 m) with a width of
1,312 ff (400 m) at its base, being thus
twice as large as that at Cheops in
Egypt. From here, admire the City of
Cholula that has over a hundred
Spanish Colonial churches and
chapels - one of them on top of the
Great Pyramid.
Puebla, also known as the City of
Angels, is considered a World Heritage
Site by the UNESCO. It is one of the
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most beautiful colonial cities in Mexico. Art, culture, history, archeology, music, stunning
gastronomy, and great business opportunities are combined to offer you a unique opportunity
for a perfect escapade! Get in touch with your IVIDMC² Mexico City & Central Mexico
representative and ask for a special all inclusive package!
Puebla & Cholula
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Punta Cana Medieval transports guests to the
Middle Ages with this unique and fun dinner
show at Imagine Cave. An amazing location
for you to enjoy a special relaxed atmosphere.
A spectacular dinner set in medieval times, in
which the guests dress in clothing from the
era, while the story of love and honor unfolds
before their very eyes. Dancing, fryer juggling
and, to cap it all off, an exhibition of weapons,
siege machines and medieval outfits to make
this a truly unforgettable experience.
Dominican Republic
Pirate Boat Show
Medieval
Coco Bongo, the world's most famous
Disco Show opens its doors in Punta Cana,
located downtown. Coco Bongo Show &
Disco will deliver a unique experience that
you’ll remember forever. It is a must see! It
is a cross between Circus de Soleil/
Concert/Theatre/Nightclub.
Everything from dance teams to trapeze
artists, gymnasts and scenes from famous
movies is played out to mainstream dance
“Caribbean Buccaneers”, the aquatic tour
offers visitors the opportunity to enjoy a 3-
hour evening boat ride aboard a 16th century
pirate galleon replica. A production of Mirage
Entertainment a company specialized in live
exotic shows.
This particular production is the first in the
Caribbean for the Mirage Entertainment
company. The show features 22 experienced
actors.
Coco Bongo
music. Every night Coco Bongo creates the best party by
means of its unique atmosphere, acrobatic shows, imitations
of famous artists, best services and all the details that
distinguish the Coco Bongo hallmark.
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Dominican Republic
La Ruta del Ron Barceló
Saona Island - a Caribbean Paradise
The tour begins at the fishing village of Bayahibe, where you’ll board a catamaran
and sail to Saona Island. Discovered by Christopher Columbus, the island is a
government-protected nature preserve, so it teems with wildlife. A special
experience is an up-close encounter with large fields of starfish.
Once on the island, you can enjoy a refreshing drink and soak in a "Robinson
Crusoe" day of sun, volleyball, merengue, and a great BBQ lunch on the beach.
On the return, speedboats will take you past tropical waterfowl on your way to see
a sacred Taino Indian princess' natural swimming pool. Lunch and beverages are
included, but we can’t promise the princess will join us.
La Ruta del Ron Barcelo allows visitors to learn about the wondrous world of rum
from its origin in the sugarcane crops, till the final process of bottling. This
enriching excursion will give you the opportunity to gaze upon our plantations, to
observe them from a vantage point located in a Batey where Barcelo Rum has
been providing work for the local community for many years. You will come to
know our distillery where we develop the alcohols directly from sugarcane juices
and finally, you’ll be taken to our rum aging cellars, the blending plant, and
bottling. To finish the experience, at our Centro Cultural you will enjoy a taste of
our rum.
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Dominican Republic
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“Nature” is definitely a good-fitting sec-
ond name for Costa Rica and our most
popular tours prove that this is what our
visitors will experience while here.
Our best selling Sunset Cruise-Sailing
and Snorkeling tour is the perfect
combination of relaxation, fun, and
action. During the three hour sail, we will
be accompanied by dolphins, sea turtles
and possibly whales! If you would rather
get the best catch, we have the ultimate
fishing as well.
Costa Rica
Sunset Cruise Sailing and Snorkeling
Adrenaline junkies will get their fix by zooming on our canopy tours, riding waves on jet skis or surfing
for the first time. For the more adventurous kind, a variety of both exhilarating and relaxing activities are
offered at the rustic Buena Vista Hacienda, a typical Costa Rican guest ranch next to the Rincón de la
Vieja volcano. Whether you opt to hike on lush trails through the forest, walk the many hanging bridges,
explore nature via horseback, take a thrilling zip line ride across the tree tops, or an adrenaline-filled
glide down the 1,377 foot (420 meter) long water slide — adventure awaits! To top it all off bask in the
mud baths and thermal waters, indeed a perfect grand finale!
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Definitely the most popular tour in
Panama is the visit to the Panama
Canal and a special highlight you
won’t want to miss is the Panama
Transit at the Canal. This is the most
spectacular one day tour in Panama.
You can also opt for a partial or
shorter version of the tour, wherein
you will transit a section of it. Either
way you choose will be an
unforgettable experience. The new
locks on the Caribbean side have
added interest to the sightseeing of
this engineering wonder. Watch as
Panama
New Locks at the Panama Canal
Panama
these enormous ships sail off on the blue emerald
paradisiac waters that glisten as the sun shines
straight through the clear waters.
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What could be better than a sightseeing tour of Rio de Janeiro from the air? From
the vantage point of a helicopter, you'll have unforgettable views of this beautiful
city, nestled against a backdrop of granite peaks like Sugar Loaf Mountain rising
from Guanabara Bay. On this 11-minute helicopter tour with a professional pilot,
you’ll take some of the most spectacular photos of Rio imaginable, including
Christ the Redeemer on Corcovado Mountain, overlooking Copacabana Beach
and the Atlantic Ocean.
Brazil
Helicopter Tour in Rio
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From “Destinations” select Dominican Republic. Immediately you will be on the Dominican Republic home page. As with each destination, you can see 10 reasons that make each destination stand out above the rest. You can click on each photo to see even more images.
To the right side there is a submenu showing airlines, hotels, restaurants, what to see, and what to do, etc. The content of each submenu includes: property description, amenities, location (Google map), photos, videos, pdf downloads. Some properties have 360
0 photos.
You can use this site for your own presentations; feel free to use the photos and videos. From the home page menu you can easily access videos, sample programs, change the language, get connected through our social media, & contact us.
This portal was created to assist Meeting Planners in easily locating ideal destinations, hotels, services, and activities within the group market in Latin America. On this site you will find a large collection of photographs and videos of selected hotels, tours, and activities that fit the needs of the M&I indus-try, as well as a RFP engine that will directly connect you with the hotel of your interest.
Destinations
• Mexico • Cuba • Dominican Republic • Guatemala • Costa Rica • Panama
• Colombia • Brazil • Argentina • Chile
About Us...
Our Vision: To run a world-class company that sets fresh trends and establishes new standards for
best practices in the M&I industry by exceeding customer expectations.
Mission Statement: To earn and maintain our clients’ trust at each one of our destinations by
convincing them that their goals are our goals, and by delivering services that exceed industry
standards and customer expectations. We also will meet client needs by providing exceptional
product knowledge, creative solutions, cost-value and effectiveness in every measurable way. We
pride ourselves on our efficient business organization that relies on strong management systems,
ISO quality standards, and belief in the remarkable abilities of our people. Our mission also features
an infinite commitment: "To make you look great!"
Our People: IVIDMC2 has more than 150 year-round full-time associates within the entire Latin
American network with great personalities, knowledge, a caring attitude, and vast M&I business
experience!
“Yes, since 1986, we are those neatly attired people in the turquoise blue and white
uniforms. Many people call us "the Smurfs". We are knowledgeable, witty, fun to have
around, and beautiful or handsome (not necessarily in that order).”
Easy to use Go to the menu on top of the home page and click on the destination(s) of your interest. For instance, if you want to know more about Dominican Republic for a possible group follow these steps:
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THANK YOU FOR READING
Like life in general, the M&I Industry seems to move at
the speed of light. As a committed B2B partner, we aim
to help you keep up with the latest industry news and
opportunities. CommuniQuest magazine is a valuable
tool that brings you the timely
information and analysis that you
need, with a lair for what's hot,
relevant, and interesting. I wish
you the best of success in your
quest, whatever it may be.
Jose-Manuel GARCIA
Visionary, Founder, & Master Coach
IVIDMC²
Great Job! Thanks for all your help!
Greg Slaight, CMP
James Feldman, (a.k.a. Doctor Travel) is a Certified Facilitator and internationally recognized professional motivator, author, television host, and radio personality. His company Incentive Travelers Cheque Int’l provides individual and group incentive travel awards for many Fortune 500 companies. His book “Doctor’s Travel Cure For The Common Trip” is an entertaining and invaluable travel guide whose purpose is not to tell you where to go, but rather to help you get ready for the adventure. CommuniQuest is pleased to share some of Mr. Feldman’s travel wisdom with our readers, who from time to time must deal with lines, cancellations, lost luggage, and a person in the adjacent seat making extensive use of the air sickness bag.
Reprinted by permission from the Author: [email protected]
Travel Tip: Know Your ABCs
The Customer is Always Right
Every airport has its own three-letter code. Some are easy to
identify because they closely match the name of the city (like
PIT for Pittsburgh or SFO for San Francisco). Others are
more complicated (like MCO for Orlando or EWR for Newark).
If you travel regularly, it would pay you to know the airport
codes. It can help you read your ticket more easily, keep track
of your frequent flyer miles, and talk like an airport pro (that’s
PRO).
In addition to knowing the city codes, you should know a few
acronyms:
ETA = Estimated time of arrival
ETD = Estimated time of departure
DT = Decision time (a determination of when a delayed flight
might leave a gate)
(Taken from page 53)
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