FAQ's ... Frequently Asked Questions. 

 

Should I contact the hotel in Mexico to cancel or will the Society take care of that for everyone?

You should contact the hotel in Mexico yourself to cancel your reservation. Please send an email to the Wyndham Grand Bay Isla Navidad at reservations@islaresort.com.mx.  Include your name, confirmation number (if you have it), the dates of travel and the group name "IBNS".

 

My flights are on Mexicana/US Airways. How does a flight change work when you are flying multiple airlines? According to their site, US Airways appears to be pretty flexible and could probably be applied toward the Bahamas ticket. Mexicana, however, does not offer refunds and credit from their airline obviously won't help me get to Bahamas. What do you suggest?

If our suggested travel agent, Ken Schneider, booked your flights, he will be able to help; he cannot help if the flights were booked by someone else. If you booked your own flights through Expedia or other online services you have to work through them. Generally, you should contact whoever booked your flight for accurate information.  The airlines are currently being flexible, but you may have to be persistent. Expedia has updates with links to most airlines at http://www.expedia.com/daily/edit/alerts/swine_flu0409.asp?mcicid=hp.flu0409&rfrr=-56694.

 

I just found a flight to Nassau on Expedia for $273. I paid $818 for my ticket to Manzanillo. Big Difference... let others know...those who were turned off by the high airfares to Mexico might be able to attend.

We believe that many will find less expensive flights even if they have to pay a change fee.

 

What is the beach like in Nassau?

Awesome, here is a Panoramic view:
www.planitproducts.com/videolibrary/Sunrise_Pool_Beach_HDR_C/Sunrise_Pool_Beach_HDR_C.html

 

What are the charges for extra people in the rooms at the Nassau Wyndham?  What is the maximum room occupancy? 

Rates are quoted for up to two people in a room.  There is a $25 charge for each extra person above two.  Four is the limit per room. 

 

May I submit a late abstract?

Yes, we have re-opened the abstract submission form for two weeks to allow those who will be able to attend the meeting in Nassau to present their research.  Abstracts will be considered for poster sessions only.  The deadline is May 25, 2009, 5:00 p.m. CST.

 

May I still register as an exhibitor?

Yes, you may register online through May 25.

 

Are there any swine flu cases in the Bahamas?

This information was obtained from the Bahamas Ministry of Health web page as of May 7, 2009.  http://www.nas.bs/statement-from-nad-on-swine-flu.htm. "The Bahamas Ministry of Health is closely monitoring the international Swine Flu outbreak. The Nassau Airport Development Company is working with the Ministry to ensure the safety and security of all passengers and employees at the Lynden Pindling International Airport.  Human cases of the Swine Flu have been reported in Mexico, in certain areas of the United States of America and other parts of the world. To date, there are no reported cases of the Swine Flu in The Bahamas. For more information, please contact the Bahamas Ministry of Health’s hotline at 502-4790."