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CONFERENCE GUIDE
Hotel
Travel
Registration
À la carte Activities
Optional Activities
INFORMATION INSIDE
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HOTEL
The Meritage Resort and Spa
875 Bordeaux Way Napa, California 94558
The Meritage Resort and Spa has acres upon acres of sun-soaked
vineyards. Lavish accommodations paired with extravagant
amenities. Award-winning cuisine celebrating the finest of Napa
Valley's bounty. Indulgent spa treatments in the serenity of an
underground Estate Cave. The Meritage Resort and Spa perfectly
blends world-class luxury with exceptional hospitality to bring you
the ultimate Napa Valley resort experience.
Amenities include:
♦ Spa Terra- award-winning full- service spa in the underground
Estate Cave
♦ Bicycle Rentals and Tours, Hot-Air Balloon Adventures, and Tee
Times
♦ Siena-signature restaurant
Reservations
Attendees are responsible for making their own hotel
reservations. All attendees are expected to stay at The
Meritage Resort and Spa during the meeting. To make
your reservation please call (866) 370-6272 and ask for
the Angle Society rate. Or Click Here to make your
reservation online now. Choose your dates and Click
on “Check Availability”. Please do not use the
Advanced Search functions. Our Group Code is
6693245. You can then view available rooms.
Our exclusive room rate is $299/night for a Superior
and Deluxe Room Types. This rate is offered three days
prior and after our conference, based on availability.
You are highly encouraged to make your hotel
reservations immediately. Reservations deadline:
October 10th, 2019.
Cancellations
Reservation must be canceled/modified at least 72
hours prior to the date of arrival by 12:00 PM PST to
avoid cancellation fees of one night's room and tax.
Estimated amount noted may differ depending on the
room or rate selected. All reservations must be
guaranteed with a credit card at the time of reservation.
Hotel Commitment **Important**
EHASO has made a number of sleeping room
commitments and the importance of reserving a hotel
room at The Meritage Resort and Spa cannot be stressed
enough. EHASO makes every effort to keep
participants expenses at the meeting, registration fees,
and hotel rooms for the meeting as low as possible. We
work hard to negotiate the best hotel rates and to make
the best use of your registration dollars to keep the
meetings affordable. Those that stay outside of the hotel
block put those commitments in jeopardy, resulting in
additional fees that EHASO would be responsible for,
should it not meet those commitments. This may also
result in an increased conference registration rate for
those attendees to cover any expected shortfall on the
EHASO commitments. By reserving a room at The
Meritage Resort and Spa, you are helping to support
not only the Meeting in 2019, but also future meetings.
TRAVEL
Airports There are four airports near Napa Valley and depending on where you're flying in from, or the airline with which you bank frequent flyer miles, each airport offers various values and benefits. ♦ The Sonoma County Airport-Charles M. Schulz (STS) features a single terminal that is serviced only by Alaska Airlines, but it is the closest airport to Napa Valley that services commercial flights. As an added bonus, passengers flying from Sonoma County Airport are permitted to check up to a case of wine for no additional charge! • Distance to Napa: 47.3 miles • Drive time to Napa: approximately 1 hour
(without traffic) ♦ Oakland International Airport (OAK) • Distance to Napa: 49.5 miles • Drive time to Napa: approximately 55
minutes (without traffic) ♦ San Francisco International Airport (SFO) • Distance to Napa: 59.6 miles
Drive time to Napa: approximately 1 hour 5 minutes (without traffic)
♦ Sacramento International Airport (SMF) • Distance to Napa: 60.3 miles
Drive time to Napa: approximately 1 hour 25 minutes (without traffic)
Weather Fall (November) The fragrance of "crush" and a vineyard patchwork of golds and greens celebrate Autumn. By late fall, usually around November, the leaves turn a vivacious yellow and red, making the Napa Valley a must see fall foliage destination. • Average High/Low: 76ºF/ 46° F • Average Rainfall: 1.5 " Daylight Savings Time Please note that on November 3, 2019, during our stay in Napa, Daylight Savings Time will end in California. Clocks will be adjusted back one hour. Visitors Guide Visit www.visitnapavalley.com to introduce you to all that the region has to offer. Plan Your Travel The conference will begin with a Welcome Reception at 6:30 PM on Friday, November 1st. The Scientific Session will begin at 9:00 AM on Saturday, November 2nd. The conference will conclude on Tuesday, November 5th at 12:00 PM.
REGISTRATION
Doctor: • Member or Affiliate • Retired Member Includes: • Welcome Reception • Scientific Sessions • Wine & Hors D'Oeuvres Tasting
Reception at Artesa Winery • Breakfast on Saturday, Sunday,
Monday & Tuesday • Lunch on Saturday & Monday • Daily Beverage Breaks • Monday Gala Dinner
Companion Includes: • Welcome Reception • Wine & Hors D'Oeuvres Tasting
Reception at Artesa Winery • Breakfast on Saturday, Sunday,
Monday & Tuesday • Monday Gala Dinner ** Please note, companion registration does not include lunch or daily beverage breaks.
Registration Types
Registration Fees Early Bird Advance Onsite
USD USD USD
Member or Affiliate $995 $1,105 $1,225
Retired Member $650 $700 $750
Companions $590 $640 $690
A LA CARTE ACTIVITIES
À la carte Activities
For companions only who do not wish to register for the entirety of the
conference, you can register for the following à la carte activities:
Friday, November 1st
Welcome Reception ($80.00)
• Wine and Appetizers
• 6:30 PM
• Held at Meritage
Saturday, November 2nd
Wine & Hors D'Oeuvre Tasting Reception
at Artesa Winery ($225.00)
• 6:30 PM
• Transportation Included
Monday, November 4th
Gala Dinner ($170.00)
• 6:30 PM
• Held at Meritage
**Please note, the above events are included in the Companion Registration rate.
Gala Dinner
Get your dancing shoes on as the EHASO invites you to join us in celebrating another fabulous Biennial by hosting a Gala Dinner at the elegant Meritage Resort and Spa. The Biennial Gala Dinner is the flagship conference event and includes a wonderful dinner, music and entertainment to celebrate the success of EHASO. Have a memorable night of celebration, networking and enjoyment!
A LA CARTE ACTIVITIES
Wine & Hors D'Oeuvre Tasting Reception at Artesa Winery
Artesa Winery is an iconic, modern, hilltop Estate, just 15 minutes from both downtown Napa and Sonoma, surrounded by rocky mountains, rolling vineyards, and breathtaking views across the San Pablo Bay. Artesa crafts small-batch wines and artisanal guest experiences that express their incomparable California home and Spanish heritage. Artesa is a testament to the harmony between nature and architecture, a skillful example of interaction between structure and environment. Designed by renowned Barcelona architect Domingo Triay and built in the early 1990’s, the avant-garde structure was conceived to blend seamlessly with the surrounding landscape. We look forward to having wine and hors D'Oeuvre at Artesa Winery with you.
Welcome Reception
We invite you to join us at The Meritage Resort and Spa for our conference welcome reception, starting at 6:30 PM. You are not going to want to miss this networking event! Enjoy a charming and delightful atmosphere, with terrific food, as well as a chance to get to meet or catch up with your EHASO colleagues and friends.
Friday, November 1st • 6:30 PM • $80.00 • Included with Registration
Saturday, November 2nd
• 6:30 PM
• $225.00
• Transportation Included
• Included with Registration
Monday, November 4th • 6:30 PM • $170.00 • Included with Registration
OPTIONAL ACTIVITES
Optional Activities
Optional activities are separate from conference registration. Space is limited. Please note, the companion only activities are designed to take place when members & affiliates are in scientific session.
Hess Museum & Wine Tasting ($170.00)
• Activity for Companions Only
• Artisanal Cheese Tasting Included
• Transportation Included
Wine Train to Grgich Hills Estate Winery
($265.00)
• Activity for Companions • Lunch on Train Included • Transportation Included
Saturday, November 2nd
Monday, November 4th
Sunday, November 3rd
di Rosa Art Tour ($180.00)
• Activity for both Doctors and Companion • Gourmet Lunch Box is included • Transportation Included
Golfing at Chardonnay Club ($165.00)
• Activity for both Doctors and Companions • Gourmet Lunch Box is included • Transportation Included
Demonstration Cooking Class at Vista
Collina / Italian Food ($130.00)
• Activity for both Doctors and Companions • Lunch is included • Walking Distance
Napa Valley Bike Tours / Carneros Region
($225.00)
• Activity for both Doctors and Companions • Picnic Lunch Included • Transportation Included
Interactive Cooking Class at Vista Collina / Pasta Making ($140.00) • Activity for Companions Only • Lunch is included • Walking Distance
Wine Tasting Castello di Amarosa ($160.00) • Activity for Companions Only • Gourmet Lunch Box is included • Transportation Included
Wine Tasting Flora Springs ($155.00)
• Activity for both Doctors and Companions • Gourmet Lunch Box is included • Transportation Included
Spa Terra
• Must be arranged separately through the Meritage Resort
Daily
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
Wine Train to Grgich Hills Estate Winery
As Napa’s most unique and distinctive restaurant, the Wine Train offers fine dining and service in an ever-changing scenic backdrop. You can enjoy a multiple course meal in our relaxing and spacious vintage railcars, while viewing Napa Valley from inside it’s pristine vineyards. The museum quality, antique train runs on 25-miles of track. The early 20th century Pullman railcars were expertly refurbished with Honduran mahogany paneling, brass accents, etched glass partitions, and plush arm- chairs — all of which, evoke the spirit of luxury rail travel in the early 1900s and mid 1950’s.
Located in downtown Napa, adjacent to Oxbow Commons, the station features museum quality artifacts from California’s Railroad history, and as guests wait to board the train, they may browse, sip, and shop in the cafe , wine store, or gift shop. Pick up at the Meritage is at 10:00am. (Schedule below). Also the maximum number is 20 (registration notes 25 on the signup page) Wine Train Agenda: 10:00am pick up at Meritage, Arrive at station 10:30am, Board train 10:50am, Depart 11:30am, Arrive at winery 12:30pm, Board train after tour 1:30pm, Return to station 2:30pm, drop off at Meritage 3:00pm.
Hess Museum & Wine Tasting
One of the best kept secrets in Napa Valley, The Hess Collection is located just five miles from busy Highway 29, yet it's a world away from the hustle and bustle. The historic stone winery, dating back to 1903, is situated on Mount Veeder among majestic firs, redwoods and a courtyard garden. Donald Hess leased the winery buildings from the Christian Brothers in 1986, and, after a two-year renovation, opened the visitor center to the public. The Hess Collection offers visitors an opportunity to experience Donald's shared passions—art and wine. There are more than 13,000 square feet of contemporary paintings and sculpture on display. Hess Collection wines display the unique character of grapes from their estate vineyards high atop Mt. Veeder, and reflect the dedication and skill required to mold the powerful mountain fruit into wines of exceptional quality. You will view and taste during your private tour here today.
Saturday, November 2nd • 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM • $170.00 • Companions Only
Saturday, November 2nd • 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM • $265.00 • Companions Only • Limited to 20 people
Golfing at Chardonnay Club
Unlike virtually all courses today, Chardonnay’s golfers are not asked to play amidst any private residences. The 18-holes of semi-private championship golf offer a variety of challenges for players of all skill levels. The 18-hole layout features a unique blend of golf holes consisting of six par fives, six par fours and six par threes that meander through over 150 acres of Chardonnay, Merlot & Pinot Noir vineyards and feature numerous lakes and creek crossing, five sets of tees (Professional - Black, Tournament - Burgundy, Mens - Green, Seniors - Ivory, and Ladies - Gold) to choose from and a wide variety of native trees, shrubs and wildlife. Several areas of the property are designed as wildlife preserves and are dedicated to maintaining wildlife habitat among the vineyards and fairways. Sharing the property with the golfers are several species of birds including hawks, kites, kestrels, hummingbirds, and an occasional golden eagle. In the early morning or late evening hours rabbits, squirrels, foxes, our bobcat family on #16 and many other "critters" stroll through the fairways.
Sunday, November 3rd • 12:30 PM to 5:00 PM • $165.00 • Doctors and Companions
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
di Rosa Art Tour
The di Rosa Preserve houses one of the largest regional art collections in the country, and the most extensive gathering of contemporary California Bay Area art available anywhere in the world. Entirely surrounded by vineyards and studded with hundreds of 150-year old olive trees, the Preserve's 217-acre setting is utterly unique. A 35-acre lake, a 130-year old stone winery turned residence and more than 2,000 works by some 900 artists makes the di Rosa experience an unparalleled art & nature oasis.
Rene di Rosa, a longtime Bay Area resident and avid art collector, has created a unique mix of art gallery and nature preserve across the rolling meadows of this Napa Valley property. Housed in 3 airy, warehouse-style galleries as well as a 100-year-old stone winery (formerly di Rosa's personal residence), this collection of work by Bay Area artists encompasses some 2000 artworks ranging from the comical to the sublime.
The di Rosa Preserve stretches over 53 acres of open space and a 35-acre lake, both of which double as outdoor sculpture gardens. Strutting and fanning around the grounds, a group of live peacocks add their own dramatic and artistic touch to the bucolic setting.
Sunday, November 3rd • 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM • $180.00 • Doctors and Companions
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
Demonstration Cooking Class at Vista Collina / Italian Food
The expertly-taught cooking classes located onsite at the Meritage Resort & Spa’s new Food & Wine Center, places the beauty and freshness of Napa Valley in your hands. With classes designed by Chef Vincent Lesage, and an ongoing calendar of guest chefs and bakers, learning new skills or honing existing ones.
The perfect choice for a fun and immersive activity, classes are designed to focus on the latest trends and classics in food, wine and beer. Participants will gain culinary tips, tricks and confidence to cook more at home, with plenty of sips and tastes along the way.
Included with This Class: • Taste of Chef’s featured dish • Recipe card to take home • Option to add decor, wine or cocktail pairings
Napa Valley Bike Tours/ Carneros Region
We’re confident you will absolutely love the experience of biking alongside the vineyards and visiting local wineries along the way. You'll engage all five senses while learning about the vine-to-bottle process and take home a memory of what we hope will be your favorite day in wine country! Enjoy a leisurely ride designed to be fun, enjoyable, and most importantly, inclusive of everyone. Routes average 3-5 miles of biking between stops at local wineries for tastings. In addition to having great wine, the wineries you'll visit on your bike tour are specifically chosen for their warm and welcoming wine country hospitality
Italian Food Sunday, November 3rd • 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM • $130.00 • Doctors and
Companions
Sunday, November 3rd • 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM • $225.00 • Doctors and Companions
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
Wine Tasting Flora Springs
Flora Springs is a family endeavor that epitomizes hard work, dedication and teamwork. It all began over 20 years ago, When Jerry and Flora Komes bought the first vineyard—a vineyard with lots of history, great soils, two ghost wineries and an ever flowing spring. Their retirement project became a lifetime passion for son, John, and daughter Julie and their families. The family has over 500 acres of vineyards in 8 distinct locations in the Napa Valley which gives them the unique advantage of beginning their winemaking process from the ground up—selecting the site, the varietal, the planting method, and every detail that is vital to obtaining great fruit each year. Your private visit will include a tour of their caves, and a toasting of their diverse and well respected wines.
Interactive Cooking Class at Vista Collina / Pasta Making
The expertly-taught cooking classes located onsite at the Meritage Resort & Spa’s new Food & Wine Center, places the beauty and freshness of Napa Valley in your hands. With classes designed by Chef Vincent Lesage, and an ongoing calendar of guest chefs and bakers, learning new skills or honing existing ones.
The perfect choice for a fun and immersive activity, classes are designed to focus on the latest trends and classics in food, wine and beer. Participants will gain culinary tips, tricks and confidence to cook more at home, with plenty of sips and tastes along the way.
Included with This Class: • Taste of Chef’s featured dish • Recipe card to take home • Option to add decor, wine or cocktail pairings
Pasta Making Monday, November 4th • 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM • $140.00 • Companions Only
Sunday, November 3rd • 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM • $155.00 • Doctors and Companions
Wine Tasting Castello di Amorosa
The most unique destination west of Tuscany— Castello di Amorosa. Fourteen years in the making, this winery is the brain child of Darryl Sattui. The 100+ rooms were built from stones, bricks, lightening, and other elements that were carefully removed from existing structures in Italy, shipped to Napa and re-assembled by Italian stone smith, aided by local crew. The beautiful frescoes telling the story of love and betrayal were painted by an artist brought over from Italy just for that purpose. The entire experience combines Italian history and Napa winemaking, leaving you with a most unique story to bring home.
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
Monday, November 4th • 11:00 AM to 3:30 PM • $160.00 • Companions Only • Transportation Included
Spa Terra—Must be arranged separately through the Meritage Resort
A spa journey is about reflecting inward and grounding yourself. At Spa Terra, your experience is heightened by wandering beneath our vineyards to experience our tranquil Napa Valley spa, located inside an underground Estate Cave. 12 treatment rooms
• Relaxation lounge with Kerstin Florian products, steam rooms and soaking pools • Extensive spa menu of massages, facials, body services, and couple's packages • Spa menu by Executive Chef Book your reservation today at 844-283-4588 or email [email protected]. Spa Terra Hours: • Monday – Wednesday: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM Friday – Saturday: 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM