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  • 1.  MOTM Hotel Notice

    Posted 05-02-2022 09:14
    @Anne Sawyer any concerns over this news?

    Thank you for selecting the Newport Beach Marriott Hotel & Spa for your upcoming trip.  As part of our on-going efforts to provide our guest with the finest facilities available. We are pleased to announce the hotel is in the process of a multi-million dollar modernization of all guest rooms, public spaces and revitalization of our exterior façade. This fresh face, along with our legendary location and our passion for hosting, will make us amongst the best in all of Southern California. During this time work on site may be loud during the day, please take this into consideration if staying here for leisure.

     

    We truly appreciate your loyalty to Marriott and we want to ensure you have an enjoyable stay with us.  Here is what to expect upon arriving to the hotel, please note that availability of amenities can change without notice:

     

    We want to ensure you are aware that the hotel is under major renovations and construction teams are working from 6:30am-6:30pm daily.  Construction teams are working on all upgraded rooms and public spaces. 

    Closures include: Main Lobby, Restaurant, Bar, Spa, Fitness Center, Concierge Lounge, and Main Pool.

     

    Hotel room registration is located in a satellite location.  Please check in with our valet team for direction to the front desk.  Valet is located on the top level of the parking structure.

     

    If you are parking or arriving via rideshare, please click here if you are using Google Maps, or here if you are using Apple Maps for the exact location to our new parking and drop off entrance. This pinned address will take you directly to our new entrance, and our Valet team is located on the top floor to assist with parking and assisting you to our new check-in location.

     

    Taking care of you has always been our number one priority, so you can focus on what's most important to you.  As part of Marriott International's family of brands, we have implemented a variety of new protocols and elevated practices, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and keeping with our high standards of cleanliness and commitment to providing excellent service. As you prepare for your stay, we would like to share details of Marriott International's Commitment to Clean and the additional measures we are taking to provide you with a safe and comfortable environment. We have also made a few adjustments to the services, amenities, and facilities available during your stay. Here is what to expect during your stay at Newport Beach Marriott Hotel & Spa-


    PROPERTY AMENITIES

    • Overall Operations- the Newport Beach Marriott Hotel & Spa has been set-up for social distancing in all public areas. Masks are not required in Orange County.
    • Food & Beverage Operations-The Market open daily.  Morning coffee and snack pastries poolside from 6:30am to 10:30am. In room dining is now available for room service orders. Click here to view the menu, or dial 6951 from your room to place an order. Breakfast is from 6:30am~11:30am. Lunch and dinner are from 11:30am~11:00pm. Please click here for a list of restaurants at The Fashion Island Mall, which is a short walk across the street from the hotel.
    • Pool & Jacuzzi-  Main Pool- Closed; Harbor Landing Pool open daily from 7:00am- 9:00pm
    • Pure Blue Spa- Currently Closed – We recommend Spa Gregorie's which is located just south of us on Newport Center Drive, or Boost Spa located at The Lido House Hotel
    • Fitness Center- Currently Closed – We recommend these locations that have day, or single class passes available for purchase. Please be sure to contact any locations ahead of time as availability and pricing of day passes can vary day by day.
    • Beach Shuttle- Service provided to Corona Del Mar Beach Monday through Thursday from 12pm until 5pm,  Friday and Saturday 10am until 6pm, and Sundays 10am until 5pm. The shuttle departs daily on top of each hour . No reservations needed, please note that seating is first come priority. Please be aware that Corona Del Mar is a public beach without seating, cabanas or tables setup. We do provide towels upon request.
    • Use Mobile Phone as Remote Control- Browse the interactive program television guide and change channels on the television in your guest room using your mobile phone.

     

    For our Marriott Bonvoy members: We are committed to deliver the Marriott Bonvoy benefits for your membership level. Thank you for understanding in cases where we may have to offer an alternative. For questions or to get the most up to date information on alternative offerings, please contact us directly via mobile chat, email or call the hotel directly at - (949) 640-4000 and dial extension 0 to speak with someone at the hotel.

     

    COMMITMENT TO CLEAN

    We take hygiene and cleanliness standards very seriously. You'll notice several enhancements to our cleaning practices throughout public spaces and guest rooms. These include:

     

    • Enhanced Public Space Cleaning- We have increased the frequency of cleaning and disinfection, especially in high-traffic areas like restrooms, elevators and escalators and provide hand sanitizing stations around the resort
    • Social Distancing Practices- You will see signage throughout the hotel promoting physical distancing and encouraging guests to stand at least 6 feet apart.
    • Personal Protective Equipment- Providing a safer environment for our guests and associates is a top priority. Achieving this is a shared responsibility. Please join us in our efforts to enhance the safety of our public spaces by complying with local regulations and wearing a face covering. Unvaccinated guests and customers are required to wear masks. For fully vaccinated guests, masks are optional. Masks are available through our front desk team. We do appreciate your support and understanding. Associates will wear PPE (i.e.- face coverings, gloves, etc.) based on the activities they are performing.
    • Guest Rooms- Every guest room is thoroughly cleaned and disinfected between each guest. During your stay, we will not provide housekeeping automatically every day. If you wish to receive daily housekeeping refresh service, please let us our guest services team know at check in. We will be happy to schedule service according to your preferences. Please note that if you are staying with us a bit longer, we will automatically clean your guest room after every 6th night. You can contact us via Mobile Chat, request in the Marriott Bonvoy app or stop by the front desk.

     

    MARRIOTT BONVOY APP

    Maintaining safe social distances is one of the most important measures we can all take to reduce unnecessary contact. Marriott Bonvoy members can use the Marriott Bonvoy App (also available on the App Store and Google Play) to take advantage of contactless options, including:

     

    • Mobile Check-In/Check-Out. Forgo the front desk altogether and go straight to your guest room using Mobile Key.
    • Mobile Guest Requests. Connect with us via the app to request items you would like delivered to your guest room.

     

    If you are not a Marriott Bonvoy member yet, enroll here

     

     

    Moments like these remind us of the tremendous importance of travel. Travel has the power to connect us, to enrich our lives and to inspire us. The measures our teams are taking are part of our unwavering commitment to delivering on the promise of good travel. We look forward to seeing you soon and please let us know if there is anything we can do to make your stay more enjoyable!



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    Jane Scanlan
    Partner
    Next Level Manufacturing Consulting Group
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  • 2.  RE: MOTM Hotel Notice

    Posted 05-02-2022 13:07

    Good morning and Happy Monday 


    I see you all have received official notice that our hotel is still completing its renovations.  I have toured the property several times in the past few weeks and have some comments and updates for you.

    We feel that even though there are some missing amenities, we are working very closely with the property so that it will not feel like that much to you. The hotel and 90 Minds have your best interest in mind at all times and it is our top priority for you to have the best possible experience you can have.  In terms of the space, we have had to be very patient across the board in terms of updates and what we could share, and when.  It has been a moving target, but I am comfortable with the hotel and the space and I am confident we will all have an amazing time!  


    As it goes in life these days, we were dealt various challenges as it relates to the pandemic and supply chain and the property was not immune.  But I have no doubt the impact will be minimal.  None of the meeting space was renovated only upgraded. The renovation did impact our event/expo space but on a positive note!  We now have the new event space which is connected rooms with large floor-to-ceiling windows onto an outdoor terrace viewing the golf course and ocean.  It is all brand new and completed and will be used by our group for all three days.  Please see the attached pictures.  


    Some additional comments: 


    1. Restaurant/Lounge:  This is what I view to be the biggest issue.  However, we have made accommodations that we have Marea Canvas One and the Deck solely dedicated to our group for the entire three days. This will be our "lounge space" outside of any meeting time.  When we moved the date of the conference, the meeting and event space was a primary consideration.  This was before we know that the renovation would not be completed.  This is a beautiful indoor/outdoor space that will be perfect for us.  We will have a bar available in this space both Thursday and Friday.

    1. Pools:  The Main Pool is full but not operational because they are still working on the bar - however, there is another lovely pool that is available if you need one. (Pic attached)

    1. Resort Fee:  We have negotiated no resort fees for any attendees during your stay.  This is normally $50 per day.  

    1. Food & Beverage:  We will make sure you have access to the bar from 5pm - 11pm each night (some included as part of our social activities).  This will be in our own space and will feel private.   We also will feed you lot of food. Trust me on this.
    But in addition, you have a full room service dining menu and we will have our own 90 Cafe grab and go market with drinks, snacks, beer, and wine available for purchase.  There is also a nice mini fridge and espresso machine in the rooms. 

    You also have access to numerous food and beverage delivery services (UberEats, Postmates, etc.). 

    I see the overall impact being very minimal at this point.  

    Some other benefits: 

    Beach Shuttle- Service provided to Corona Del Mar Beach Monday through Thursday from 12pm until 5pm,  Friday and Saturday 10am until 6pm, and Sundays 10am until 5pm. The shuttle departs daily on top of each hour . No reservations needed, please note that seating is first-come priority. Please be aware that Corona Del Mar is a public beach without seating, cabanas or tables setup. We do provide towels upon request. 

    Bikes:  You will also have access to the bikes at no charge. 


    If you have any questions or additional concerns, please feel free to reach out to me directly. I will keep you posted.  



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    Anne Sawyer
    Executive Director
    90 Minds, Inc.
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  • 3.  RE: MOTM Hotel Notice

    Posted 05-02-2022 13:14
    Thank you Anne for all the details -- you have us covered!  Great job!

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    Jane Scanlan
    Partner
    Next Level Manufacturing Consulting Group
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  • 4.  RE: MOTM Hotel Notice

    Posted 05-02-2022 15:12
    Thank you Anne for comprehensively covering all this! I had the same concerns as @Jane Scanlan

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    Alnoor Cassim

    Email: alnoor@asifocus.com
    Ph:
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  • 5.  RE: MOTM Hotel Notice

    Posted 05-02-2022 15:17
    @Alnoor Cassim my main concern was access to the bar, didn't you know that?  ​

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    Jane Scanlan
    Partner
    Next Level Manufacturing Consulting Group
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  • 6.  RE: MOTM Hotel Notice

    Posted 05-02-2022 16:05
    (Jane - Me too and of course I knew but I was keeping that as our secret!)

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    Alnoor Cassim

    Email: alnoor@asifocus.com
    Ph:
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  • 7.  RE: MOTM Hotel Notice

    Posted 05-02-2022 16:23
    Listening to Anne do the planning and negotiating, I believe that was her main concern as well. 


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    Karen O'Lane
    Accounting Systems, Inc. (ASI)
    kolane@asifocus.com
    90 Minds Treasurer
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  • 8.  RE: MOTM Hotel Notice

    Posted 05-02-2022 16:35
    In the interest of getting safely to and from the bar, does the hotel do a shuttle to/from the local airport, or do we need to use Uber/Lyft?

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    Phil McIntosh
    President
    Friendly Systems, Inc.
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  • 9.  RE: MOTM Hotel Notice

    Posted 05-02-2022 17:20
    Hi Phil 

    My apologies as there is no airport service, however catching an uber is pretty easy and the property is less than 10 minutes away.  Thanks!

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    Anne Sawyer
    Executive Director
    90 Minds, Inc.
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