Luxury, fashion, and more: What went down at the NUP Convention 2023

Ugandan celebrities and public figures seen at the Convention include Joel Ssenyonyi, Robert Kyagulanyi (Bobi Wine), Geosteady, Aziz Azion, Karitas Kario, among others. Convention goers were treated to various entertainment and recreational activities smackdab in Washington city at the Crystal Gateway Marriott Hotel.

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The Crystal Gateway Marriott Hotel is located at 1700 Richmond Highway, Arlington, Virginia, USA, 22202. It's proximity to the Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), Pentagon City and direct connection via underground access to the Metro station was a winning point for organisers.

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Attendants were given easy access to the pricey establishment at discounts between $144 per day and $169 from upwards of $200. Attendants were provided the Marriott Hotel Airport Shuttle is Complimentary and Metro, Uber, Bus and Shuttle(s) arrangements.

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From the convention the delegates and attendees drove three hours to Baltimore for the Spirit of Baltimore Cruise experience. The cruise boasts a wide range of experiences including, most likely what the Convention booked, Signature Brunch and Lunch Cruise going for $52-$60 (per head), the After Dark Dance Cruise going for $43.

The after party was an all-white affair with specks of different fashion choices. Singer Geosteady, who entertained the audience, was dressed in Navy Blue men's shiny patent rubber clubwear. Singer Aziz Azion veered from the all-white dresscode preferring a Dolce&Gabbana t-shirt and matching denim wild jeans, white sneakers and cap.

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Geosteady also got himself the iPhone 14 Pro Max which costs around Sh6 million in Uganda.

The event was sponsored in four categories including Platinum ($5000), Gold ($3000), Silver ($1500) and NUP Partner ($500).

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Sponsor amenites included various curated offers from; two complimentary convention registrations, one complimentary hotel room, to VIP seating for two in a premium area at the grand dinner and entertainment, among others.