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ORLANDO As the number one meetings and convention destination in the country, Orlando offers a world of possibilities for unique one-of-a-kind meetings and events. From a top-rated convention center, low-cost accessibility and wide variety of hotels to world-class enter- tainment and unforgettable experi- ences, Orlando is an exciting gateway city for meetings of all sizes. With 119,000 guest rooms and in more than 450 hotels and resorts across the desti- nation ranging from budget-priced and mid-scale brands to large convention hotels to luxury resorts with all of the amenities, meeting planners and atten- dees alike have plenty of options to choose from. With the health and safety of visitors top of mind, Orlando and Orange County are open for business travel and tourism — including the Orange County Convention Center (OCCC), which in collaboration with Visit Orlando has announced a first-of-its-kind medical concierge program with Orlando Health and achieved the Global Biorisk Advisoy Council's (GBAC) Star Accredition. What's more, Orlando International Airport (MCO) and its onsite Hyatt Regency Orlando International Airport have also earned GBAC Star Accreditation. The Orange County Convention Center is the second-largest conven- tion facility in America, offering 2.1 million sq. ft. of exhibition space and 480,000 sq. ft. of flexible function space. It's located just 15 minutes ond largest in the region) and 100,000 sq. ft. of exhibition and function space, three ballrooms and 45 breakout rooms. With a great location, dynamic meeting space and professional, atten- tive service, the MACC has the flexibil- ity to host everything from trade shows and social functions to conventions and conferences. South Beach has been called the American Riviera and an Art Deco Playground. Yet there's more than fine white sand and colorful build- ings to South Beach's fantasyland of exuberant Deco architecture. South Beach offers an eclectic mix of world-class boutiques, galleries and stores. It's also a culinary hot spot for everything from gourmet to casual beachside cuisine. At night, South Beach comes alive with crowds ready to go out and have a world-class evening out. WHO YOU GONNA CALL? Greater Miami & The Beaches (800) 933-8448 www.miamiandbraches.com Miami Beach Convention Center Horizontal Orange County C.C. B M & T ••• March/April 2021 ••• www.blackmeetingsandtourism.com 33