An island oasis drifting off the southernmost tip of the Florida Gulf and nearly lost in the Ten Thousand Islands, Marco Island Marriott Resort & Golf Club blends a tempting twist of tropical passions and sun-splashed excitement into an enchanting 'unforgettable' island escape. Privileged travelers get lost in the intriguing contrasts of the resort where waves of sun-drenched beaches, always-warm Gulf waters and passionate sunsets present a tame, pampered complement to the tangled wildness and sweeping sawgrass prairies of Florida's famous Everglades nearby.

Named one of "America's Top Twenty Resorts" by Conde Nast Traveler, Marco Island Marriott Resort & Golf Club lies mere footprints from three-and-one-half miles of sweeping, pearlescent sands and shimmering turquoise-flecked waters on Florida's largest inhabited isle of the Ten Thousand Islands. A natural blend of casual South Florida charm and the charisma of the islands, the resort – named Hotel of the Year by Marriott Hotels, Resort and Suites – offers endless activities on surf and sand.

Accessed through an inland maze of waterways and islets thick with mangroves, palmettos and sawgrass, Marco Island Marriott Resort & Golf Club connects to the coast by a bridge spanning a sun-reflected azure ribbon. Fifteen acres of brilliant, cascading gardens – bursting pink hibiscus and bright red and purple begonias – mingle with warm Gulf breezes to welcome guests in true resort style.

Inside, a magnificent vaulted atrium and three-story picture windows reveal a kaleidoscope of palms, pelicans and shimmering Gulf waters dotted with bright, billowing sails. Cream-hued marble floors are accented with coquina rock pillars as twin spiral staircases descend to a sun-washed garden courtyard.

Outside, a cocoon of coconut, Chinese fan and Sabal palms envelope three sparkling pools and a bubbling whirlpool.

For more information on the resort, please visit the website at http://www.marcoislandmarriott.com.

TRAVEL INFORMATION

Registration Fees:
Registration fees for AGBT are comprehensive, including lodging and airport transfers, as well as most meals. We have negotiated these group rates and reservations due to the limited number and high cost of accommodations on Marco Island in mid-winter.

Location:
The AGBT Conference will convene on Marco Island, a tropical island on the Gulf of Mexico, off the tip of southwest Florida. Marco Island is conveniently connected to the mainland by a bridge, just 15 minutes south of Naples and 55 minutes south of the Southwest Florida International Airport in Fort Myers.

Hotel:
The AGBT registration fees include lodging at the Marco Island Marriott Resort & Golf Club, 400 South Collier Boulevard, Marco Island, Florida 34145.
Tel: (239)394-2511.

Directions to the Marco Island Marriott Resort & Golf Club:
FROM THE NAPLES AIRPORT:
Exit the airport, turn left onto North Road and go approximately 1/4 mile to Airport-Pulling Rd. Turn right onto Airport-Pulling Rd and follow to U.S. 41. Turn left on U.S. 41 and go approximately 5 miles to County Road 951(Collier Blvd). Turn right on County Road 951 and follow for approximately 8 miles. Once you cross the bridge onto Marco Island, County Road 951 will become Collier Boulevard. Follow Collier Boulevard for an additional 3 miles and the Marriott will be on your right.

FROM THE SOUTHWEST FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (At Ft. Myers):
After exiting the airport, follow the signs to I-75 South. Follow I-75 approximately 34.5 miles to Exit 101. Once you exit make a right hand turn which will place you on County Road 951 (Collier Blvd). Follow Rd. 951 for 15 miles onto Marco Island. Once you cross the bridge onto Marco Island, Rd. 951 will become Collier Boulevard. Follow Collier Boulevard for an additional 3 miles and the Marriott will be on your right.

FROM THE MIAMI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT:
Follow the exit signs at the airport, staying in the right lane, until the sign above reads Route 836 West. Follow 836 West approximately 6 miles to the Florida Turnpike. Take the Turnpike South ($.25 toll) to the next exit which is U.S. 41 West. (S.W. 8th Street-Tamiami Trail) Follow U.S. 41 West toward Naples until you reach State Road 92. (Approximately 1 1/2 hours). Turn left on Rd. 92 (San Marco Road and follow across the bridge onto the island. Stay on Rd. 92 until you dead-end at Collier Boulevard approximately 13 miles). Turn left on Collier Boulevard and follow for 1/2 mile. The Marriott will be on your right.
OR
Follow signs for Route 836 East to Interstate 75 North. Follow Signs to “Naples”, at about 23 mile point you will arrive at a Toll Booth known as “Alligator Alley” (still I-75 North). Follow I-75 for approximately 78 miles to exit #101 (Old Exit #15), make a left onto County Road 951 towards “Marco Island”. Follow Rd. 951 for 15 miles onto Marco Island. Once you cross the bridge onto Marco Island, 951 will become Collier Boulevard. Follow Collier Boulevard for an additional 3 miles and the Marriott will be on your right.

FROM THE FORT LAUDERDALE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT:
Exiting the airport follow U.S. 1 North to 595 West. Follow 595 West to I-75 West (North) You will have 1 tollbooth on I-75 which is $1.50. Follow I-75 across the state to Exit 101. Turn left at the Exit, which will place you on County Road 951 (Collier Blvd). Follow Rd. 951 for 15 miles onto Marco Island. Once you cross the bridge onto Marco Island, Rd. 951 will become Collier Boulevard. Follow Collier Boulevard for an additional 3 miles and the Marriott will be on your right.