Monday, 11 September 2006

17:30 - 19:00 Welcome Reception Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC) Room D128
WAEA welcomes you to Miami and the 27th Annual Conference & Exhibition with an early-evening Beach Bash at the Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC). The flavor of South Beach will greet you at this themed opening reception displayed with colorful beach ball columns and lifeguard chairs setting the tone for your trip to the beach. Join with your friends and colleagues and network over cocktails and a tropic inspired menu that will entreat your senses with local flavor. Take a walk on the beach as you pass by life-size sand castles, lifeguard houses, sea horses, dolphins and sand pails or fill up your drink at the beach inspired sand and seashell bar. This festive setting will allow you time to unwind and catch up with colleagues while experiencing a taste of South Beach. Casual business attire. Sponsored by: Rockwell Collins

Wednesday, 13 September 2006

19:00-23:00 Special Networking Event Bongos Cuban Café Sponsored in part by: DTI-Software, Telefonix Inc., AirCell, Inc, Jetstream Pictures, Stellar Inflight, Sony Pictures Releasing

Join us for a fabulous evening of networking and festivities, Cuban Style! Called *Bongos Cuban Café* , this premier restaurant and entertainment venue is proud host to international special events like the exclusive after parties of the Latin Grammies, Latin Billboard Music Awards, MTV Video Music Awards, and more. Owned by international superstars Gloria and Emilio Estefan, Bongos showcases rich Cuban culture through a unique blend of authentic Cuban cuisine and nostalgia of Havana during the 1950s glory days. Join WAEA in a setting of tropical deco architectural design, with two floors of indoor and outdoor entertainment areas. Experience the ultimate in Latin music and atmosphere with flavorful authentic Cuban cuisine, tantalizing rhythms, and a special visual surprise. Located in downtown Miami facing Biscayne Bay , the Port of Miami and Macarthur Causeway, you'll enjoy the most breathtaking views in South Florida. Casual attire.

Friday, 15 September 2006

19:00 - 20:00 WAEA Gala Banquet Reception
Loews Miami Beach Hotel, Americana Ballroom

Join your colleagues for a fun networking reception that includes a special “Portrait" photo opportunity. Professional on-site photographers will capture your special moments with stunning photo backdrops to add memories to your conference experience. Before you enter the banquet take posed portrait photographs in groups, couples or individuals, but remember to “smile,” you're in Miami!
Portrait Photography sponsored by: TEAC Aerospace Technologies, Inc.


20:00 - 00:00 WAEA Gala Banquet & 18th Annual Avion Awards Presentation Loews Miami Beach Hotel, Americana Ballroom
Gala Banquet Entertainment sponsored by: Warner Bros. Distributing, Inc . 2007 Preview Video sponsored by: SPC Skyline

We're in Miami and celebrating South Beach style! Our Conference Finale begins with a cocktail reception, followed by a full-course banquet. After dinner, the suspense mounts as the WAEA 18th Annual Avion Awards Ceremony gets underway! Together we'll watch and listen to the year's best in inflight entertainment as we await the “opening of the envelopes” and the judges' choices in several categories of IFE excellence — including “Best Overall IFE.” Following the ceremony, you're invited to let loose on the dance floor and celebrate South Beach style! Black-tie optional.

Tuxedo Rental (rental form) Men's Wearhouse w ill provide on-site tuxedo rental service at the WAEA Annual Conference and Exhibition. Representatives from the store will be available at booth #1612 in the Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC) for fittings and tuxedo selection on Tuesday, 12 September 2006 from 1:00 p.m to 5:30 p.m. To place an advanced order please use the form here or contact Gina Hayes via Tel: +1-407-489-9430, Email, or Fax: + 1- 407-851-5162.
Men's Wearhouse offers all inclusive pricing starting at just $69.99 (US Dollars) and includes jacket, pants, shirt, vest, neckwear, jewelry, shoes, and dress socks. Also included in this price is delivery / pick up service to and from your hotel.
Shuttle Bus Transportation (schedule) Sponsored in part by: Buena Vista Non-Theatrical, Inc., Crest Digital, Panasonic Avionics Corporation
Shuttle bus transportation will be provided for conference attendees from the Loews Miami Beach Hotel (serving both the Loews and the Royal Palm Hotel) and the Doubletree Surfcomber Hotel to the Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC). Service will be available during peak morning and afternoon hours only and is available Tuesday - Friday, 12-15 September. Buses will run every 15 minutes. Shuttle bus transportation will also be provided to WAEA's special networking events on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from the above hotels only.