LOCATION

The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach, located directly on the beach overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, is a complete restoration of an original 1953 Morris Lapidus-designed landmark hotel in the city's historic Art Deco district. The resort is ideally situated steps away from Lincoln Road - a thriving 10-block pedestrian esplanade with myriad dining, shopping, entertainment, and nightlife options - and of course Ocean Drive! Located in the heart of Miami's multicultural metropolis, South Beach is a dazzling montage of sidewalk cafes, art galleries, eclectic boutiques, designer shops and star-studded clubs and restaurants. Home of the largest concentration of art deco buildings in the world, South Beach's pastel palette is a vibrant backdrop for an array of activities including walking tours, shopping, museum and theatre-going, and golf. Visit The Ritz-Carlton website for more details on this stunning venue: www.ritzcarlton.com/en/Properties/SouthBeach/ Visit the Official Website of the City of Miami Beach for more information on Miami: http://web.miamibeachfl.gov/ Room Rate For a limited period, Maritime Week Americas delegates will be able to book rooms at the Ritz-Carlton for the duration of the event. You can benefit from a specially-discounted rate of US$209 (+ tax) per double/twin room per night (room only). *This year's room rates are 25% lower than for 2009!. Register now to secure this rate. The convention room block at the Ritz-Carlton, Miami will be held open for a limited period at a specially negotiated discounted rate. After this point, discounted rates may still be available but will be subject to a space available basis. DEADLINES TO BE PROVIDED IN DUE COURSE. Please make your reservation with the hotel direct. Details of how to reserve your accommodation will be included in your Delegate Joining Instructions which will accompany your delegate registration confirmation.   If you do not intend to stay at the Ritz-Carlton South Beach, please let us know so that we can update our records. Visas It may be useful to visit www.unitedstatesvisas.gov an official source of information about US visa policy and procedures. Use this site to learn about the visa application process, understand current requirements, and get updates on recent developments. To find information specific to your country or region, you may also go to the website of your nearest US Embassy or Consulate by visiting http://usembassy.state.gov/ . Petrospot is happy to provide visa support documentation confirming receipt of your registration to include with your visa application. Please email events@petrospot.com for details. IMPORTANT CHANGES ABOUT TRAVELLING UNDER THE VISA WAIVER PROGRAM If you have previously travelled to the USA under the Visa Waiver Program (by producing your passport and completing a form on the plane) PLEASE NOTE that this is NO LONGER THE PROCEDURE. Since 12 January 2009, as well as a valid passport, you now need to apply for an Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA).  ESTA is a new fully automated, electronic system for screening passengers before they begin travel to the United States under the Visa Waiver Program. Voluntary ESTA applications may be submitted at any time prior to travel to the United States, and Visa Waiver Program travelers are encouraged to apply for authorisation as soon as they begin to plan a trip to the United States. There is NO charge to submit a registration under ESTA! Companies charging a fee for this service are NOT operating on behalf of the US Government. For more information on ESTA: https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov/