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THE PALMETTO STATE HAS IT ALL…TOP NOTCH SOUTHERN HOSPITALITY, BEAUTIFUL BEACHES, PLENTIFUL MEETING FACILITIES AND SOME OF THE BEST FOOD ANYONE COULD WISH FOR BY CYNTHIA MOLUSK South Carolina's coastal towns and picture-perfect beaches are just right for meetings and events of various sizes as well as family vacations. From fresh- caught seafood and waterfront views to world-class golf and endless seaside adventures, it's easy to create lasting memories with the ones who matter most on a coastal vacation in the Palmetto state. As well as the pristine beaches and beautiful scenery, the state offers some of the best meeting and lodging facilities in the country. Cities like Myrtle Beach and Charleston provide top-of-the-line meeting space and world-class accom- modations. • • CHARLESTON • • Whether you're looking to immerse yourself in a rich coastal culture, hop on a tour, splash in the waves or find your bliss in a spa oasis, you'll find what you are looking for here in Charleston. Meeting planners won't have trouble identifying the best venue that fits your groups' needs in the "Holy City". Conveniently located in North Charleston, The Charleston Area Convention Center Campus features more than 150,000 sq. ft. of flexible meeting and exhibit space and an adjoin- ing Performing Arts Center. Steps away are the North Charleston Coliseum and the Embassy Suites Hotel. Combined, the campus is the largest of its kind in the Southeast, and meeting professionals are delighted to now have a home for their larger conventions. Hoist a sail or hear a ghost tale. Barrier island recreation or tour a plantation? The number of activities unique to the Charleston area is incredible. Your guests will be thanking you for such a fun, authentic and memorable meeting. Explore the sites relevant to the cul- ture & traditions of the African-American history in Charleston. Given by a Gullah speaking Charlestonian whose relatives were slaves at America's oldest pre- served plantation house still open to the public. Admission includes house tour, Connections program, African-American cemetery, nature walks, and more. The Charleston International Airport services the Charleston area providing flights with major airlines to and from most cities in the US. • • MYRTLE BEACH • • With 17.2 million visitors to the Myrtle Beach area annually, it seems everyone knows about the area's spectacular beaches, challenging golf courses and fresh local seafood. Meeting & Group Planners, who are quickly learning these features and many others, have helped to evolve this popular vacation destination into a premier location for meetings, con- ventions, reunions, motorcoach and sports groups. From charming waterfront resorts along the Intercoastal Waterway to oceanfront convention hotels along the Atlantic Ocean, the Myrtle Beach area offers varied meeting facilities for groups as large as 5,000 people. Sheraton Myrtle Beach Convention Center Hotel is the cities largest meet- ing venue, equipped with 250,000 sq. ft. of exhibit space, 25 meeting rooms, 405 guest rooms and a 100,000-sq. ft. ballroom. Myrtle Beach is where cherished mem- ories are made along 60 miles of beautiful coastline. Discover stunning sunrises over the Atlantic Ocean, fun days at the beach, lush natural wonders and grand new adventures. Savor the warm Southern hospitality, fresh coastal cuisine, and the unique flavor of fun. Cherish these moments together. Visit Myrtle Beach — where happiness comes in waves. B M & T ••• September/October 2018 ••• www.blackmeetingsandtourism.com 48 AREA GUIDES S O U T H C A R O L I N A Charleston Convention Center Photo Credit: Charleston CVB • • • STATS • • • HOTEL ROOMS Sheraton Myrtle Beach Convention Center Hotel 405 Sea Crest Oceanfront Resort 248 Hilton Myrtle Beach Resort 385 Bay Watch Resort & Conference Center 270 Embassy Suites Oceanfront Resort at Kingston Plantation 255 EXHIBITION FACILITIES Myrtle Convention Center Total Exhibit Space 100,800 sq. ft. Meeting Rooms 22 Largest Ballroom 17,000 sq. ft. WHO YOU GONNA CALL? Visit Myrtle Beach – (800) 356-3016 www.visitmyrtlebeach.com Myrtle Beach Black Chamber of Commerce www.myrtlebeachblackchamber.com • • • STATS • • • HOTEL ROOMS Embassy Suites by Hilton Charleston Area CC 255 TownePlace Suites Charleston Airport/CC 127 Charleston Marriott 344 Embassy Suites by Hilton Charleston Area CC 255 Wild Dunes Resort 525 EXHIBITION FACILITIES The Charleston Convention Center Total Exhibit Space 76,960 sq. ft. Meeting Rooms 4 Largest Ballroom 24,960 sq. ft. WHO YOU GONNA CALL? Charleston CVB – (800) 868-8118 www.meetcharleston South Carolina African-American Chamber of Commerce www.scachamber.com