The following information is provided to make your visit to H3I weight loss spa a pleasant one. In addition, please use the attached checklist to assist in packing.  If you have questions or comments, please contact Guest Services or your Program Consultant.

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Accommodations
Depending on the accommodations you requested through the registration process, you will either be staying in a private or a semi-private villa.  Guests staying in a semi-private villa will have a private bedroom and bath, and will share the living, dining, laundry and kitchen areas. All accommodations are located within the Shipyard Community and are up to 2.5 miles from the main Institute building.  Unlike some fat farms and adult fat camps, you will never have to share a bedroom or a barracks-like quarters with other Guests.

Housekeeping
Linens and maid service are provided once each week.  If there are any problems with your accommodation, please let us know immediately.  We will rectify the problem in a timely manner.

Bicycle Rental
Bicycles are available for rent during your stay, or you may choose to bring your own.

Mail and Telephone Calls
Please use the following as your mailing address during your stay with us:

Name
c/o Hilton Head Health Institute
14 Valencia Road
Hilton Head Island, SC  29928
Phone: (843) 785-7292    
Fax: (843) 785-2340

This address is also appropriate for special mail services such as UPS, Federal Express, etc.  

Personal and business calls should be placed and received at your villa.  Your villa phone number will be available upon check-in.  In addition, phones are available at the Institute for making personal calls.  All long-distance calls must be made either by cellular telephone, calling card, credit card, or by calling collect.  We will be happy to take messages for you should callers not reach you in your villa.  If they call (843) 785-7292, we will post a message on the message board in the main building.  Of course, in an emergency, we will locate you as soon as possible.

Clothing
The Institute is like a weight loss resort.  It and the island have a relaxed, resort atmosphere, so bring comfortable, casual clothes.  Shorts and t-shirts are appropriate for exercise sessions. Clothing items of this nature are available at the Institute Cottage Shop.  Bring at least one swimsuit for water fitness and a beach towel, if so inclined.  Dress for dinner is also casual. 

From November through February, you may need warmer clothing for the early morning and evening hours.  A lightweight rain jacket is recommended any time of year.
For all seasons, we recommend a sweater or the like, as the lecture rooms may be cool. 

Keep in mind that the temperature range is:

	Highs	Lows
Winter	Mid 60’s	Mid 40’s
Spring	Mid 70’s	Mid 60’s
Summer	Mid 80’s	Low 70’s
Fall	Mid 70’s	Low 60’s

As anywhere, the weather can be unpredictable on Hilton Head, so please come prepared.

Valuables
Items such as expensive jewelry and watches are unnecessary in the casual resort setting of the Institute weight loss spa or on Hilton Head Island.  We recommend that you leave all such items at home.  However, safe deposit boxes are available at the front desk without charge, should you need one.

MoneyYou may use personal checks for any payments made to the Institute.  The Institute weight loss spa also accepts Visa, MasterCard, and American Express.  You may need a small amount of spending money for local shopping and personal expenses.  Since Hilton Head Island is a vacation environment, most retailers accept all credit cards and traveler’s checks, as well as cash.  
 
ChecklistBefore you pack, please review the items listed below.  These are suggestions for making your stay at H3I - the Weight Loss Health Spa - enjoyable and relaxing.

• One or more swimsuits
• Toiletries
• Shower Shoes for Locker Rooms and Pool Area 
• Rain gear
• Calling card
• Athletic shoes and socks
• Sweater or jacket for evenings and/or air-conditioned facilities
• Headphones with FM receiver to use while on the exercise equipment
• Comfortable workout clothes 
• Camera
• Water/Pool shoes
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