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AREA GUIDES Ocean City also boasts the gems of meeting and convention facilities fore- most with the Roland E. Powell Convention Center. This facility, with excellent staff and convenient to large regional populations is the perfect place to hold your meeting and then enjoy all that the seaside resort has to offer. Many Ocean City hotels can accommodate conference, retreat and smaller meetings and act as host hotels for your group. Ocean City hotels, restaurants and attractions are happy to be a part of your coastal experience. This seaside resort serves as a fabulous destination in spring and fall when group rates are especially attractive. Ocean City hospi- tality partners can package an experi- ence to include accommodations, excit- ing meal events or meeting needs to complete your trip. Contact the Destination Sales Manager at the OC Convention & Visitors Bureau, for assistance, to learn more about Ocean City and to receive free planning materials. They can con- nect you with their hospitality partners who welcome your group business. They offer meet and greet service for your group and are always happy to see you in Ocean City! WHOYOUGONNACALL? Ocean City Maryland CVB Department of Tourism 800) 626-2326 An experience worth sharing. Plan a group trip everyone will love. Explore nature or enjoy a historic Heritage Tour. Indulge in our unique shops and outlets. Offering entertainment and dining choices as vast as our 10 miles of award-winning beaches, you can’t help but have a great time. For planning materials and assistance, contact the Group Tour & Travel Coordinator at 800-626-2326 or www.ococean.com. ococean.com Sunfest September 22 – 25 November 11 – January 1 Winterfest Springfest May 3 – 6, 2012 Black Meetings & Tourism July/August 2011: www.blackmeetingsandtourism.com 57 Aerial V iew of beach and resort, Ocean City , Maryland Photo Credit: Chria Parypa