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40 B M & T ••• March/April 2024 ••• www.blackmeetingsandtourism.com E asy traveling, invigorating sunshine and an abundant array of activities make Florida the perfect state in which to hold a convention or business meeting. Conventions in Florida tend to be hot attractions for one obvi- ous reason: the potential for fun and relaxation after a long day of getting down to business. Sunny beaches, world-famous golf courses, exciting nightlife, inspiring museums and award-winning restaurants are just some of the Sunshine State's offerings to make those network- ing sessions extra memorable for out-of-state guests. Despite the political climate within the state of Florida at this time, all travelers are encouraged to still come and spend their travel dollars here. No matter what politicians say, the reg- ular every day people of the Florida communities and front line hospitality industry workers (many of whom are Black and Brown) still have to live. Conference attendees are encouraged to support Black businesses and explore activities within the African-American communities. F L O R I D A S P E C I A L A D V E R T I S I N G S E C T I O N B Y S O L O M O N H E R B E R T I I DAYTO NA BEACH Bring your next meeting to a destination that's perfect for growing your attendance and offering ideal post-event vaca- tions! Every meeting can begin steps away from a beautiful beach. An up-and-coming "bleisure destination" and one of the top five U.S. growth markets for meetings, the Daytona Beach area is renowned for its 23 miles of beach, coastal vibe, top- notch facilities and services. It makes for an original, exciting and affordable year-round destination for meetings, reunions, sports events and tours. The variety of hotels and venues, large and small, makes the selec- tion process easy while the itinerary choices guarantee a few items on your bucket list will be achieved. www.Daytonabach.com (386) 255-0415 Family time at Daytyona Beach Downtown Tampa Bay