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Conference Hotel To reserve your room Call The Phoenician at (800) 888-8234 (or +1 602 941 8200 for international callers) by May 28, 1999. Be sure to tell them you are attending the UPA Conference to get the special group rate. You must make your reservation by telephone to get the group rate. The conference dates are June 29 through July 2. About the Hotel The Phoenician is a five star, luxury destination resort. It is the home to 27 holes of golf, nine pools, including Mother-of-Pearl and Canyon pools, a 165-foot waterslide, 12 tennis courts, a 22,000-square-foot Centre for Well-Being spa, and much more. All of the guest rooms include spacious accommodations and amenities, including private balconies, authentic McGuire rattan furniture, wool Berber carpeting, luxurious oversized bathrooms with Italian marble, imported Italian linen, signed original artwork, personal computer hookup, wall safe, 27-inch stereo television, bathrobes, hairdryers, and the finest toiletries. Parking is complimentary. Rates based on single or double occupancy. Suite rates available upon request. All reservations must be guaranteed. Cancellation notice must be received 7 days prior to arrival to avoid billing of one night room and tax. All rooms are subject to a 10.625% hotel tax and a 7.05% city tax. There is a one-time Service Charge per room of $10.00. Your reservations must be received by May 28, 1999. Room rates $150.00 single/double. Check in time: 4pm Check out time: 12:00pm Restaurants The Phoenician offers many dining options. Remember that resort dining can be pricey. Scottsdale offers a myriad of restaurant options. You might consider renting a car if you plan to frequently visit areas outside of The Phoenician. Golf Combining playability with aesthetic beauty, The Phoenician's 27-hole USGA championship facility is comprised of three memorable nines, each named for its surrounding landscape - Canyon, Desert, and Oasis. Pristine desert views, lush tropical scenery, water features, and all of the amenities that make golf a pleasure, await you during your round at The Phoenician. Prestige Accommodations has arranged for a special group golf rate of $80.00 per person. Other Facilities Special arrangements have been made for UPA attendees to enjoy the fitness center at a reduced rate of $5 per day. This fee entitles guests to unlimited use of the Centre For Well-Being's fitness facilities including: locker rooms, for men and women with separate saunas, steam baths, whirlpools and Swiss showers, plus weight and cardiovascular studios and a wide variety of fitness classes. Special prices for golf and tennis have also been arranged for UPA attendees; just check with the Concierge at The Phoenician. Children's program The Funician Kids Club is a daily, supervised program designed for young guests between the ages of 5 and 12. Each day has its own theme with games, crafts, activities and recreation to match. Special evening programs are often offered, too. For Teens, special activities are planned during summer vacation. A croquet challenge, water basketball shoot-out are just some of the activities designed for guests between the ages of 13 and 17. Teens also have the opportunity for joining in the fun of the Funicians Kids Club for a full day as an official Teen Camp Counselor. For specific events, schedules, and fees, contact The Phoenician concierge at 602-941-8200. UPA KIDS This year, we will be offering a special opportunity for usability professionals and their children. If there is sufficient interest, we will set aside an area in the Funician Kids Club for conducting usability studies with kids. If you have a product you would like to test at the conference with UPA children, or if you are interested in having your child participate in a usability study during the conference, please contact: Kate Gomoll +1 414 319 1057 Kate@GomollDesign.com or Kristy Knabe +1 215 489 7369 kknabe@worldnet.att.net