AF $100K Getaway
Your guide to planning and packing for this All-inclusive adventure! Below are some tips to help you prepare for this amazing trip!
Welcome to Secrets Resort in Lanzarote, Canary Islands! Your stay with us starts on Thursday, July 13th and lasts for 4 nights. Please note that our resort is not family-friendly. A valid passport is mandatory for check-in, so make sure you have it with you. Appreciation Financial is generously covering the cost of one room for you and your guest. If you're coming alone, your room has been changed to single occupancy. All rooms have spacious bathrooms and breathtaking ocean views. Please provide a credit card for incidentals. Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 12:00 PM. We recommend taking a taxi for transportation to and from the airport, which is about a 30-minute drive away. We look forward to welcoming you!
If you need to add any nights or have questions please contact Brenda Rackley immediately at newsroom@appreciationfinancial.com
Your all-inclusive package includes the following:
• Full breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks each day at all restaurants.
• Unlimited natural fruit juices, soft drinks, and water.
• Unlimited International and domestic premium brand alcoholic beverages
• 24-hour room service.
• Complimentary WiFi internet access with unlimited connectivity.
• Fitness Center Enriching day and nighttime activities and entertainment.
• All gratuities for individual services (porterage, housekeeping, bellmen, restaurants/bar at leisure)
Restaurants/Dress Codes
Secrets Lanzarote offers various dining options including a buffet, a la carte grills, and a café. A map of the property will be provided at check-in. You can also download the Hyatt Inclusive Collection App on your phone for more information while on property. Be on the lookout for special delivery swag in the mail, more details and information as we continue to get closer.
Communication and Recommended Apps:
100k Getaway Google Space: Make sure you are checking in on our President’s Circle space to stay up to date on trip related announcements. This is also a great place to share photos throughout the trip!
On-site contact info: Cell phone coverage is not reliable overseas. Please use the AF Google Chat (search Brenda Rackley) or text 702.704.3776 or 619.735.6193 in Whatsapp to reach Brenda.
Weather Report:
Naturally, weather changes, but historically, here’s what it’s been in the month of July
Canary Islands: high of 83/low of 69 - July brings with it dry and welcoming weather, thanks to the Atlantic Ocean’s climate!
Sunset is around 9:45 PM
What to Pack:
For AF welcome events, please pack resort smart attire (i.e. polo shirts, dress shirts, linen pants, blazers, skirts, blouses, dresses, sports jackets, etc.).
Don't forget:
• Passport and a secondary form of ID
• Bathing suits
• Sandals
• Comfortable sneakers
• Jeans
• Shorts
• Breathable tees
• Light jacket
• Hat
• Sunglasses
• Sunscreen
• Phone charger
• Travel pillow
• Check the voltage on any electrical appliances you choose to bring. (Spain operates on a 230V supply voltage and 50Hz)
• Travel adapters are being sent to all attendees!
Additional Travel Reminders:
• We’re in the business of insurance, please be sure to buy travel insurance before you depart!
• Spain (especially in Barcelona and Madrid) has its fair share of pickpockets. NEVER leave any of your belongings unattended. Travel locks are a good idea.
Thursday, July 13th: Arrival Day
Check in, relax and unwind from a long day of travel. Enjoy dinner at one of the many restaurants while you enjoy the beautiful Atlantic Coast sunset.
Friday, July 14th: Meeting and Welcome Reception
Welcome Meeting and Announcements
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Auditorium (casual, be sure to eat breakfast beforehand)
Welcome Cocktail Reception
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
(Resort Smart Attire)
Saturday, July 15th and Sunday, July 16th: Excursion days (optional)
As an added bonus to this trip, Appreciation is providing one excursion option. Below you will find a link to view your reservation
Click here to view your RSVP
Jet Ski Expedition:
AM Group
9:00 am Pickup and departure from hotel Secrets.
9:30 am Arrival to jet ski location: welcome & briefing.
10:00 am Start of jet ski activity
12:00 am End of activity.
12:20 pm Transfer back to hotel.
12:35 pm Arrival at hotel Secrets.
PM Group
3:00 pm Pickup and departure from hotel Secrets.
3:30 pm Arrival to jet ski location: welcome & briefing.
4:00 pm Start of jet ski activity
6:00 pm End of activity.
6:20 pm Transfer back to hotel.
6:35 pm Arrival at hotel Secrets.
NOTE: The buses will be at our disposal, so you can return to the hotel at any time.
How to Be Prepared
Bathing suit, towel and dry clothes to get changed into. You don’t have to go into the water, but you will be getting wet. Sunglasses and sunscreen is advised.
Wine Tour: Bodegas Stratus, located in the area of La Geria
11:00 am - Pickup and departure from hotel Secrets.
11.30 am - Arrival to winery: visit and wine & cheese tasting.
12:30 pm - Mojo sauce workshop.
1:30 pm - Lunch (includes three course meal with drinks including wine, beer, soft drink and water).
3:00 pm - Transfer to volcano visit.
3:15 pm - Volcano visit.
4:15 pm - End of visit and transfer back to hotel.
4:45 pm - Arrival at hotel Secrets.
NOTE: The buses will be at our disposal, so you can return to the hotel at any time.
How to Be Prepared
Wear comfortable clothes and shoes for walking around. The volcano visit is a very easy walk, but we recommend closed shoes / trainers. Sunglasses, hats and sunscreen is always advised.
Monday, July 17th Departure Day
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Wednesday, July 17
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Thursday, July 18
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