Midwinter Meeting Fairmont Mayakoba Luxury Cancun Resort Luxury Cancun Resort Playa Del Carmen, México February 10-13, 2008

Dear Colleague:

The 2008 ADR in Labor & Employment Law Committee Midwinter Meeting will be held at the Fairmont Mayakoba Luxury Cancun Resort Resort in Playa del Carmen, México on February 10-13. As you make your arrangements for what promises to be an informative and enjoyable meeting, we are pleased to offer the following details.

The registration fee is $395 for Section members and $495 for non-members. The fees cover the Sunday Welcome Reception, the Monday Reception and Dinner, meeting materials, continental breakfasts and coffee breaks during the meeting. The guest registration fee of $175 includes the Sunday and Monday evening functions as well as the Monday Spouse/Guest Breakfast.

You are encouraged to register online. You also may register by completing the enclosed registration form and returning it with appropriate fees to Chrishelle Thomas, Meetings Registrar, American Bar Association, Section of Labor and Employment Law, 321 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60610 by January 25, 2008. Refunds, less a $50 administrative fee, will be made on registration cancellations received in writing before February 1.

A reception will be held on Saturday evening from 6:00–7:00 p.m. for registrants and their guests who arrive early in Playa del Carmen. Our Welcome Reception will be held on Sunday, February 10 from 6:30–8:00 p.m. at the Fairmont Mayakoba Luxury Cancun Resort Resort. General sessions will be held from 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Please refer to the enclosed Program Agenda for further details.

On Monday, February 11, while members are in session, guests are encouraged to attend a special breakfast from 9:00–10:30 am. The cost of this event is included in the guest registration fee. Monday’s events will conclude with a reception and dinner at the resort beginning at 7:00 p.m.

Located approximately 40 miles south of Cancun near the town of Playa del Carmen, this rapidly growing tourist destination is renowned for its pristine beaches, lush forest, Mayan ruins and premier diving and snorkeling. This is the perfect base from which to explore the fascinating sites along the Cancun–Tulum Corridor of Quintana Roo, commonly referred to as the “Riviera Maya” (Mayan Riviera). To get to the Fairmont Mayakoba Luxury Cancun Resort, you can fly into either Cancun (CUN) or Cozumel (CZM).

Created to harmonize with the unspoiled tropical forest, Fairmont Mayakoba Luxury Cancun Resort's various areas are connected by a series of deep lagoons enabling easy movement from place to place throughout the resort development using complimentary “lanchas,” a covered canal boat service, as well as a network of well-marked nature trails. Electric golf carts and bicycles are also available throughout the property.

We have negotiated a very favorable group rate at the Fairmont Mayakoba Luxury Cancun Resort of $299 for Deluxe Casitas, plus 2% room tax. In addition, a $15 per person per day resort fee will apply, which covers bellman and maid gratuities. The group rate will be honored three days prior and three days after the meeting, based on availability. The reservation deadline for the group rate is January 8, 2008. After this date the group rate will be subject to availability. Reservations may be made by calling resort directly at 011-52-984-206-3000, Fairmont Central Reservations at 800-441-1414 or online at www.fairmont.com (Promotional Code “GRADR1”). Reference the “ABA ADR Committee 2008 Midwinter Meeting” when making reservations by telephone to receive the special group rate. Cancellations must be made no later than January 8, 2008 to avoid a one-night cancellation charge. Rooms will be available for check-in no later than 4:00 p.m. with a check-out time of 12:00 p.m.

Also, you may wish to join the Fairmont President's Club, which will give you complimentary Internet access, health club admittance, and other great perks AT NO CHARGE! If you are not already a member, register online at https://www.fairmont.com/fpc/FPCEnroll/ before you reserve your room.

Important notice for U.S. Citizens: New United States Federal Law requires that travelers entering or re-entering the United States on or after December 31, 2006, from any international country must present a government-issued passport to clear U.S. Customs. For additional information on how to obtain a passport, visit http://travel.state.gov/passport/ passport_1738.html.

The Fairmont Mayakoba Luxury Cancun Resort is located approximately 45 minutes from Cancun International Airport (CUN). Roundtrip transfers are available for $45 per person by completing the enclosed Transportation Request Form and returning it by fax to Olympus Tours at 011-52-998-881-31-43 at least two weeks prior to your arrival date.

Required sponsor documentation will be forwarded to and credit requested from MCLE states with general requirements for all lawyers. Each state determines the number of hours to be credited for attendance. Certificates of Attendance will be available at the meeting.

The Riviera Maya offers guests an exceptional selection of activities and excursions within 15-90 minutes of the hotel. Area attractions include the neighboring village of Playa del Carmen with its “5th Avenue” boutique shopping, unique handicrafts, restaurants and nightlife; the acclaimed Xcaret wildlife and nature reserve (20-minute drive); and the sunlit ferry ride to Cozumel (15-minute drive plus 35-minute ferry ride).

Information on optional tours and activities will be forwarded to meeting registrants as confirmed.

• Olympus Tours
• Tulum - Walled City Tour

Should you have any questions while making your arrangements, please contact the ABA Section Office at 312/988-5523 or laborempllaw@staff.abanet.org.

We look forward to seeing you in Playa del Carmen and to a very successful program!

Sincerely yours,

Bruce S. Feldacker Union & Employee Co-Chair	Mark L. Irvings Neutral Co-Chair
Patrick M. Sanders Employer Co-Chair	Donald Sapir Employee Co-Chair