Congratulations on your dealership’s winning performance in the 2022-2023 APEX Sales Incentive program! And congratulations for being selected to attend the trip based on your contribution to the success of your dealer.
On behalf of DTNA Parts, we are thrilled to host you and a guest at the reward trip in Rio Grande, Puerto Rico, September 17-21, 2023, where a tropical escape awaits you at The St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort.
Your award includes round-trip economy airfare for you and your guest, ground transportation to and from the resort, one room for four nights at the resort, and all scheduled group activities and meals.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our event team directly at info@dtnapartsevent.com.
We look forward to seeing you in beautiful Puerto Rico!
Gracias (Thank you),
Director, Aftermarket Parts Sales – Southern
Director, Aftermarket Part Sales – Canada and Northeast
Director, Aftermarket Part Sales – West
Director, Strategic & Product Marketing
September 17 – 21, 2023
The St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort
State Road 187 kilometer 4.2,
Rio Grande, Puerto Rico, 00745
Nestled between two nature preserves, The St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort is set on two miles of secluded beach with stunning Atlantic Ocean views, creating an unparalleled tropical escape where history and adventure meet relaxation and luxury.
Your room reservation is already confirmed and taken care of for the event dates. Check-in is September 17, 2023, at 4:00pm, and check-out is September 21, 2023, at 12:00pm.
You can extend your stay for up to three days before or after the event dates at your own expense. To do so, please call 787-809-8000 and request to speak with the Reservations department. Mention that you are part of the “DTNA Parts” group to ensure you receive the best room rate available. Please note that rooms are limited, and availability is not guaranteed.
If you have additional questions about The St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort, visit their website.
GUEST ARRIVALS & CHECK-IN
Upon arrival, you will be greeted at the airport baggage claim and escorted to your transportation for the scenic, 40-minute drive from the SJU airport to the St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort.
ARRIVAL HOSPITALITY SUITE
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Casa Grande
You have arrived! The arrival hospitality suite is here to welcome you with snacks, relaxation, and a special local beverage. It’s time for the fun to begin.
WELCOME RECEPTION & DINNER
6:00 – 10:00 PM
Seabreeze Lawn
Join us promptly at 6:00 PM for a champagne sabering to kick off your exciting stay on the island! Enjoy culinary delicacies in the style of a Puerto Rican street festival with local entertainment as you immerse yourself in the Puerto Rican culture.
Resort casual attire is recommended.
OPTIONAL DOG WALK
7:00 – 8:00 AM
Casa Grande
Guests have the option of meeting at Casa Grande to meet dogs from the St. Regis Animal Shelter. We welcome guests to walk the dogs, feed them treats, or play with them. (Treats and toys provided!)
Comfortable clothes and walking shoes are recommended.
BREAKFAST AT LEISURE
7:00 – 9:00 AM
Astor Terrace
Enjoy a tasty Puerto Rican breakfast buffet at your leisure before a day of friendly competition and fun in the sun.
Resort casual attire is recommended.
BUSINESS MEETING
9:00 – 11:00 AM
Astor Ballroom
Winners and executives should plan to attend, while guests can enjoy this time exploring or relaxing.
Resort casual attire is recommended.
POOL PARTY & LUNCH
11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Bahía Golf Club
It’s time for a cool-down. Join us for a private pool party to soak up the sun, sip on something refreshing, play lawn/pool games, and enjoy the afternoon with your fellow winners and their guests. A buffet lunch will be served from 12:00 – 3:00 PM.
Swimsuits, cover-ups, and sandals are recommended. (Change of clothes optional.) Towels will be provided.
COCKTAIL RECEPTION & DINNER
6:00 – 10:00 PM
Estate Lawn
Enjoy the tastes and smells of Puerto Rican cuisine, the sound of waves crashing on the shore, and the tropical rainforest as a beautiful backdrop.
Resort casual attire is recommended.
BREAKFAST AT LEISURE
7:00 – 10:30 AM
Seagrapes Restaurant
Enjoy breakfast at your leisure at the Seagrapes Restaurant overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.
Resort casual attire is recommended.
EXCURSIONS
7:45 AM – 4:30 PM
Today, guests will embark on the excursion they selected in registration: a catamaran sail or ATV/ziplining in El Yunque Rainforest. Details specific to each group are detailed below.
Catamaran Sail
The Puerto Rican sun can be quite bright, so we recommend bringing sunblock, sunglasses, a hat, and a bathing suit coverup. Towels and waters will be provided.
Catamaran Sailers – Boat 1 & Boat 2
- 7:45 AM – Check in at Casa Grande
- 8:00 AM – Depart St. Regis
- 3:30 PM – Return to St. Regis
Rainforest Exploration
For those who are exploring El Yunque Rainforest:
- You must present a valid driver’s license to participate.
- You will have the opportunity to swim in the river, and you may get a little dirty during this excursion, so wearing a bathing suit under comfortable clothes is recommended. Closed-toe shoes are required.
- We recommend women tie up long hair for this activity.
- Towels and waters will be provided.
Rainforest Explorers – Group 1
- 8:00 AM – Check in at Casa Grande
- 8:15 AM – Depart St. Regis
- 3:30 PM – Return to St. Regis
Rainforest Explorers – Group 2
- 8:45 AM – Check in at Casa Grande
- 9:00 AM – Depart St. Regis
- 4:30 PM – Return to St. Regis
Cabanas
For guests who have opted out of participating in either excursion option, we have reserved one cabana at the pool for you to enjoy at leisure. The reserved cabana will be clearly marked.
COCKTAIL RECEPTION & DINNER
6:00 – 10:00 PM
Astor Terrance
Enjoy cocktails followed by a family-style dinner on the Astor Terrace.
Resort casual attire is recommended.
OPTIONAL DOG WALK
7:00 – 8:00 AM
Casa Grande
Guests have the option of meeting at Casa Grande to meet dogs from the St. Regis Animal Shelter. We welcome guests to walk the dogs, feed them treats, or play with them. (Treats and toys provided!)
Comfortable clothes and walking shoes are recommended.
BREAKFAST AT LEISURE
7:00 – 10:30 AM
Seagrapes Restaurant
Enjoy breakfast at your leisure at the Seagrapes Restaurant overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.
Resort casual attire is recommended.
GUESTS AT LEISURE
All Day
Today is yours! Golf and spa are available based on selections made during registration. Additionally, DTNA Parts has reserved four poolside cabanas for the day and scheduled round-trip transportation throughout the day between Old San Juan and the resort for shopping and/or sightseeing. Please enjoy lunch at your leisure today.
Resort casual attire is recommended.
RECEPTION & Award Ceremony
6:00 – 10:00 PM
Antiguo Casino
DTNA Parts is thrilled to honor your achievement at an enchanting reception and award ceremony. Meet at Casa Grande at 5:00 PM for transportation to Antiguo Casino. Transportation departs at 5:15 PM.
Men are asked to dress in formal attire (no tie required). Ladies are asked to dress in cocktail attire. Couples portraits will be taken upon arrival at Antiguo Casino.
GUEST DEPARTURES
All Day
Private transportation from the St. Regis to the airport has been arranged on your behalf. A departure notice detailing the date and time of your transportation will be slid under your door two nights prior to your departure.
BREAKFAST AT LEISURE
7:00 – 10:30 AM
Seagrapes Restaurant
Enjoy breakfast at your leisure before departing. We hope you have fond memories to take home with you!
DEPARTURE HOSPITALITY SUITE
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Casa Grande
Hotel checkout is at 12:00 PM, but don’t fret; a hospitality suite will be available to you if you have a gap between checkout and your airport transportation pick-up time. Join your fellow travelers for one last hurrah and a light snack or beverage before departing.
ISLAND CATAMARAN SAIL
Sail to the Fajardo Keys to enjoy the warm, knee-deep water, snorkeling, or relaxing on the beach. The catamaran will also anchor 200 yards offshore over a living coral reef, where guests will have the opportunity to snorkel over the reef and view numerous tropical fish and coral formations. Lunch consists of “build your own” sandwiches, pasta and green salad, tropical fruits, piña coladas, and rum punch.
EL YUNQUE RAINFOREST EXPLORATION
Join us on an exhilarating ATV ride through the foothills of El Yunque National Forest to witness the spectacular scenery of Puerto Rico’s east coast as you roam through towering trees, tread through creeks, climb hills, and coast through vast rugged rainforest terrain on an ATV. You also have the unique opportunity of stopping at Mameyes River, which comes directly from the rainforest, for a refreshing swim in its pure, clean, crystal-clear waters.
Zip through eight lines between trees and over the canopy level of the trees, using double cable, witnessing the stunning rainforest scenery.
Lunch will be provided between the ATV and zipline experience.
We’ve intentionally left time in the agenda for you to create your own experience. Below are some ideas and information for you to consider as you plan your day at leisure on Wednesday, September 20.
Robert Trent Jones Jr. Golf Course
The St. Regis Bahia Beach golf course is located on the resort property. Designed by renowned golf course architect Robert Trent Jones Jr., the 18 challenging holes are known for their impressive greens and stunning ocean views.
Golfers have the option of eating breakfast at Seagrapes Restaurant prior to departing for the golf pro shop or selecting from grab-and-go a la carte options available at Cocoteros, a restaurant located next to the practice range and between holes 9 and 10. DTNA Parts will cover all breakfasts.
- 7:45 AM – Meet at Casa Grande for transportation to the golf course
- 8:00 AM – Depart for golf course
- 8:15 AM – Arrive at golf course and warm up
- 9:00 AM – Best ball scramble start
- Contest for Closest to Pin at Hole #9
- Contest for Longest Drive at Hole #18
- Lunch at the Beach Club
Iridium Spa
Rare and refined, the Iridium Spa at The St. Regis offers a spectrum of services, including body scrubs, facials, and massages, which incorporate local ingredients and are tailored to guests’ needs. If you select a facial or massage spa treatment as your leisure day activity during registration, your appointment will be scheduled on your behalf. Please arrive at the spa 30 minutes prior to your scheduled treatment time.
Seaside Pool Esplanade
Relax and unwind under the warmth of the Puerto Rican sun at one of the four poolside cabanas DTNA Parts has reserved for our group from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The reserved cabanas will be clearly marked.
Old San Juan
Old San Juan, located 45 minutes to 1 hour from the St. Regis, is home to the oldest settlement in Puerto Rico and is the historic colonial district of the city of San Juan. Take a walk along cobbled streets lining brightly colored buildings and shady plazas, while enjoying cocktail bars, Caribbean restaurants, and shopping.
Rotating shuttles will be available to transport guests to and from the St. Regis and Old San Juan on Wednesday, 9/20. Shuttles will run (approximately) every 30 minutes (depending on traffic).
For questions, concerns, or support, contact Lindsey at 574-238-7741. Please meet at Casa Grande for departure from The St. Regis. The shuttle schedule is as follows.
St. Regis Departure Times
- 9:30 AM
- 10:00 AM
- 10:30 AM
- 11:00 AM
- 11:30 AM
- 12:00 PM
- 12:30 PM
- 1:00 PM
Old San Juan Departure Times
- 10:30 AM
- 11:00 AM
- 11:30 AM
- 12:00 PM
- 12:30 PM
- 1:00 PM
- 1:30 PM
- 2:00 PM
Attire recommendations are specified in the agenda section.
- Guests will schedule a flight-booking call with our event team within registration.
- At the time of your flight-booking call, please be prepared to communicate your flight dates, times, requests, and/or preferences with the travel concierge.
- If you are a Canadian citizen, a valid passport is required for travel to Puerto Rico. Make sure you and your guest have a valid passport with an expiration date later than March 21, 2024. (If your passport expires within six months of your travel dates, you will not be permitted to board your flight.)
- Once the travel concierge processes your request, you will receive your flight itinerary via email. Please note that once your flight has been booked, it is very difficult to change, and any additional, non-emergency related flight changes incurred will be at your expense.
- If you wish to upgrade your flights (at your personal expense), you can do so after your flight has been confirmed by contacting the airline directly.
- Your room reservation is already confirmed and taken care of for the event dates. Check-in is September 17, 2023, at 4:00 PM, and check-out is September 21, 2023, at 12:00 PM.
- You can extend your stay for up to three days before or after the event dates at your own expense. To extend your stay before or after the event at your own expense, please call 787-809-8000 and request to speak with the Reservations department. Mention that you are part of the “DTNA Parts” group to ensure you receive the best room rate available. Please note that rooms are limited, and availability is not guaranteed.
- The destination airport is the Luis Muñoz Marin International Airport (SJU), a 40-minute drive from the resort.
- Private car service has been arranged to transport you and your guest from the airport to The St. Regis Resort. You do not need to make additional arrangements.
- Please look for your driver holding a sign with your last name and the APEX logo in the baggage claim area.
- For transportation support, please call 336-416-7118.
- Private car service has also been arranged for your departure flight.
- A notice that specifies your resort departure time will be provided two nights prior to your departure.
- Your departure time from the resort to the airport will be scheduled in advance for you. Estimate departing from the resort approximately 3.5 hours prior to your scheduled flight departure. (Your hotel departure time will be provided two days prior to departure.)
- Each winner will receive a $250 resort room credit to use toward resort amenities, non-group food and beverage, on-site shops, other necessities, etc. Note that there will not be a cash-out option available, so any un-used room credit will be credited back to DTNA Parts.
Your award includes round-trip economy airfare for you and your guest, round-trip ground transportation between the airport and the resort, one room for four nights at the resort, and all scheduled group activities and meals, along with a $250 resort room credit.
No. A travel concierge will contact you regarding your flights, and round-trip ground transportation between the airport and the resort will be pre-arranged for you in advance. Additionally, your room has been confirmed and taken care of during the event dates. Check-in is September 17, 2023, at 4:00 PM, and check-out is September 21, 2023, at 12:00 PM.
The cost of economy flights for you and your guest is covered. If you wish to upgrade your flights at your personal expense, you can do so after your flight has been confirmed by contacting the airline directly.
The destination airport is the Luis Muñoz Marin International Airport (SJU).
You will be greeted by a team member near the baggage claim holding a sign with the DTNA Parts logo, who will direct you to your driver for transfer to the resort. The drive is estimated to take 40 minutes from the airport to the resort.
In September, the air temperature typically reaches a high of 88°F during the day and a low of 77°F at night.
If you are a United States citizen, a passport is not required for travel to Puerto Rico. If you are a Canadian citizen, a valid passport is required. Make sure you and your guest have a valid passport with an expiration date later than March 21, 2024. (If your passport expires within six months of your travel dates, you will not be permitted to board your flight.)
Your event team is here to help make sure your travels go as smoothly as possible. If you have any questions leading up to the event, please do not hesitate to contact us at support@dtnapartsevent.com or (574) 238-3749.
