Written Communications (Direct Business Letter) Title: Planning a Winter Retreat in Vail, Colorado Your employer, Pointer...

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Written Communications (Direct Business Letter) Title: Planning a Winter Retreat in Vail, Colorado Your employer, Pointer Media Group of Columbus, Ohio, has had an excellent year, and the CEO, Jeremy Pointer, would like to reward the troops for their hard work with a rustic yet conference/retreat/vacation for his 55 marketing and media professionals with their spouses or significant others at some spectacular winter resort. One of the choices is Vail, Colorado, a famous ski resort town with steep slopes and dramatic mountain views. As you investigate the options in Vail, you are captivated by the Four Seasons Resort and Residences Vail, a five-star property with an outdoor pool, indoor and outdoor hot tubs, ski-in/ski-out access, a ski concierge, two acclaimed gourmet restaurants, and an amply equipped gmy and fitness center. Other amenities include an on-site spa with massage and treatment rooms, a sauna, and facial and body treatments. Business travelers, the hotel offers complimentary wired high-speed internet access, complimentary wireless Internet access, and multiline phones as well as the use of two desktop computers. The website of the Four Seasons Resort and Residences Vail not very explicit on the subject of business and event facilities, so you decide to jot down a few key questions.You estimate that your company will require about 50 rooms. You will also need two conference rooms(to accommodate 25 participants or more) for one and half days. You want to know about room rates, conference facilities, A/V equipment in the conference rooms, Internet access, and entertainment options for families. You have two periods that would be possible December 16-20 or January 13-17. You realize that both are peak times, but you wonder whether you can get discounted group rate. You are instrested in entertainment in Vail and in tours to the nearby national parks. Eagle County Airport is 36 miles away, and you would like to know whether the hotel operates a shuttle. Also, one evening the CEO will want to host a banquet for about 85 people. Mr. Pointer wants a report from you by September. Assignment Do a Direct letter with Information above and request to Kiersten Dunn Sales Manager Four-Seasons and Residences Vail, One Vail Road, Vail, Co 8165713. Opening: First paragraph • Make the request clear. • Get straight to the point.. Body: (second and any subsequent paragraphs) • Provide all the needed details/background. • Ask specific and/or follow up questions. • Promote goodwill toward business. Closing (last Paragraph) • Show appreciation. . Include when/how you except to hear back. Written Communications (Direct Business Letter) Title: Planning a Winter Retreat in Vail, Colorado Your employer, Pointer Media Group of Columbus, Ohio, has had an excellent year, and the CEO, Jeremy Pointer, would like to reward the troops for their hard work with a rustic yet conference/retreat/vacation for his 55 marketing and media professionals with their spouses or significant others at some spectacular winter resort. One of the choices is Vail, Colorado, a famous ski resort town with steep slopes and dramatic mountain views. As you investigate the options in Vail, you are captivated by the Four Seasons Resort and Residences Vail, a five-star property with an outdoor pool, indoor and outdoor hot tubs, ski-in/ski-out access, a ski concierge, two acclaimed gourmet restaurants, and an amply equipped gmy and fitness center. Other amenities include an on-site spa with massage and treatment rooms, a sauna, and facial and body treatments. Business travelers, the hotel offers complimentary wired high-speed internet access, complimentary wireless Internet access, and multiline phones as well as the use of two desktop computers. The website of the Four Seasons Resort and Residences Vail not very explicit on the subject of business and event facilities, so you decide to jot down a few key questions.You estimate that your company will require about 50 rooms. You will also need two conference rooms(to accommodate 25 participants or more) for one and half days. You want to know about room rates, conference facilities, A/V equipment in the conference rooms, Internet access, and entertainment options for families. You have two periods that would be possible December 16-20 or January 13-17. You realize that both are peak times, but you wonder whether you can get discounted group rate. You are instrested in entertainment in Vail and in tours to the nearby national parks. Eagle County Airport is 36 miles away, and you would like to know whether the hotel operates a shuttle. Also, one evening the CEO will want to host a banquet for about 85 people. Mr. Pointer wants a report from you by September. Assignment Do a Direct letter with Information above and request to Kiersten Dunn Sales Manager Four-Seasons and Residences Vail, One Vail Road, Vail, Co 8165713. Opening: First paragraph • Make the request clear. • Get straight to the point.. Body: (second and any subsequent paragraphs) • Provide all the needed details/background. • Ask specific and/or follow up questions. • Promote goodwill toward business. Closing (last Paragraph) • Show appreciation. . Include when/how you except to hear back.

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Your Name Your Title Your Company Company Address City State Zip Code Date Kiersten Dunn Sales Manager Four Seasons Resort and Residences Vail One Vai... View the full answer