Hotel & Travel
Enjoy the Island Life!
With nearly 1,300 guests registered, we've beaten every FMI Midwinter attendance record to date. What a feat! We can't thank you enough and are so thrilled to see you on Marco Island.
While the JW Marriott Marco Island Resort and the Hilton Marco Island Beach Resort have both sold out, there are other on- and off-island properties available while inventory lasts. Upon completion of your registration, your confirmation letter will include a link to available housing.
Marco Island, Florida is an ideal location for the FMI Midwinter Executive Conference, offering miles of pristine beaches, endless outdoor activities, world-class restaurants, and unforgettable sunsets. Combine that with a sophisticated and expansive meeting facility which will allow you to mix collaboration and education with relaxation!
January is peak season for Southwest Florida, and the JW Marriott Marco Island has sold out. Additional on- and off-island housing options will be made available upon registration.
The JW Marriott Marco Island is the official location of the 2024 Midwinter Executive Conference. All conference activities will take place at JW Marriott Marco Island unless otherwise noted.
JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort
400 South Collier Boulevard
Marco Island, FL 34145
Arrival and Departure
New Schedule Alert: We’ve made exciting new changes to the FMI Midwinter agenda and our discounted room blocks allow for most attendees to arrive on Wednesday, January 17, 2024, to prepare for Strategic Executive Exchange (SEE) Meetings & Stir It Up! on Thursday. Most attendees will depart on Sunday, January 21, 2024 following the Saturday night closing beach party and final SEE meetings and FMItech Exchanges.
Requests for extended stays outside of these dates are based on availability and should be made directly with the hotel, after your initial online reservation has been made.
Reservation Details
Hotel Reservation Deadline: December 15, 2023
Reservations are only available to registered attendees. Once registered for the conference, you will receive a Registration Confirmation email with detailed information on how to secure hotel reservations at one of the FMI Official Event Hotels. Don’t see the email? Be sure to check your SPAM or reach out to us at register@fmi.org. Reservations are accepted on a first-come, first-reserved basis, including requests for specific room types and suite upgrades. Rooms will sell out quickly, so we urge you to register for the conference and make a hotel reservation as early as possible. Reservations by phone are not accepted.
Please Note: FMI will review the conference room block and cancel reservations and remove those individuals who have not registered for FMI Midwinter. One (1) hotel reservation per registered delegate will be accommodated.
Hotel Cancellation Policy
All FMI Official Event Hotels require one night’s deposit to secure a room reservation within the FMI room block of discounted rooms. Refer to your Hotel Confirmation email for specific cancellation policy.
Unauthorized Hotel Solicitation
Hotel reservations should be made only by using the official hotel link provided in your registration confirmation email. FMI does not use a third-party company to make hotel reservations or sell rooms on its behalf for this event. If a third-party contacts you offering housing options, they are not endorsed by or affiliated with the Midwinter Conference and entering into financial agreements with such companies may have costly consequences and leave you without a reservation.
FMI Official Event Hotels
JW Marriott Island Beach Resort
400 S Collier Blvd, Marco Island, FL 34145
All conference activities take place here.
SOLD OUT
Please refer to your registration confirmation for additional housing options.
Hilton Marco Island Beach Resort
560 S Collier Blvd, Marco Island, FL 34145
Located less than ½ mile (7-minute walk) from JW Marriott Marco Island
SOLD OUT
Please refer to your registration confirmation for additional housing options.
Additional Off-Island Hotel Options
(Available only to registered FMI Midwinter attendees.)
Staybridge Suites
9401 Triangle Blvd., Naples, FL 34113
Located 15 minutes from JW Marco Island Hotel
SOLD OUT
SpringHill Suites Naples
3798 White Lake Blvd, Naples, FL 34117
Located 18 miles (30 minute drive) from JW Marco Island Hotel
SOLD OUT
Fairfield Inn & Suites Naples
3808 White Lake Blvd, Naples, FL 34117
Located 18 miles (30 minute drive) from JW Marco Island Hotel
Rate: $239, plus tax
Travel
Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW)
Distance from hotel: 48 miles
Drive time: 45-50 minutes
Estimated taxi fare: $90 USD (one-way)
Complimentary Airport Shuttles
Getting to the island just got easier! FMI Midwinter attendees receive complimentary shuttle service to and from Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) to both official hotels, JW Marriott Marco Island and the Hilton Marco Island.
Look for NT&T staff holding these signs at baggage claim:
Departing RSW
Airport
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
Every 30 minutes
10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Departing Official Hotels
Sunday, January 21, 2024
Every 30 minutes
6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Daily Complimentary Off-Island Hotel Shuttles
In addition to the shuttles to and from the airport and official hotels, we will also have shuttles between off-island properties to the JW Marriott Marco Island.
Run Dates: Thursday, January 18, through Sunday, January 21
Fairfield Inn & SpringHill Suites to JW Marriott
6:00 a.m.
6:45 a.m.
7:30 a.m.
8:15 a.m.
9:00 a.m.
9:45 a.m.
Staybridge Suites to
JW Marriott
6:15 a.m.
7:00 a.m.
7:45 a.m.
8:30 a.m.
9:15 a.m.
10:00 a.m.
From the JW Marriott to All Three Off-Island Hotels
6:30 p.m.
7:15 p.m.
8:00 p.m.
8:45 p.m.
9:30 p.m.
10:15 p.m.
Parking
JW Marriott Marco Island
Self parking
$35.00 + tax
Valet parking
$45.00 + tax
Hilton Marco Island
Self parking
$30.00 + tax
Temperature & Dress Code
In January, the average Marco Island high-temperature is in the mid 70’s and the average low-temperature is in the upper 50’s.
The dress code for all events during the conference is business casual.
Local Area
Learn more about what makes Marco Island a great location for FMI Midwinter and enjoyable for your spouse, family or friends.
Plan for a delicious meal at local area restaurants.
Inquiries
For reservation inquiries, refer to your conference registration confirmation email. Hotel reservations are only available to registered attendees.
For general hotel inquiries, contact housing@fmi.org.
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