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B M & T ••• March/April 2022 ••• www.blackmeetingsandtourism.com 37 CONTACT LIST Arizona Office of Tourism, (866) 275-5816 /www.Arizonaguide.com California Tourism, (877) 225-4367 / www.visitcalifornia.com Colorado Tourism, (800) Colorado / www.colorado.com Hawaii Tourism(eb), (800) GoHawaii / www.gohawaii.com Nevada Commission on Tourism(eb), (800) Nevada-8 / www.travelnevada.com New Mexico Tourism Department(eb), (505) 877-7400 / www.newmexico.org Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Dept. (eb), (800) 652-6552 / www.travelok.com Oregon Tourism Commission(eb), (800) 547-7842 / www.traveloregon.com Texas Tourism Division(eb), (512) 936-0101 / www.traveltex.com Utah Travel Council(eb), (800) 200-1160 / www.utah.com Washington State Tourism(eb), (800) 544-1800 / www.experiencewa.com UTAH The state of Utah is a paradise for outdoor lovers; from the National Parks, ski resorts and golfcourses to beautiful Park City and the historic Temple Square Ogden has become known as THE spot for winter sports! With three world-class ski resorts 20 minutes from downtown and 450 inches of powdery snow each sea- son, there are many opportunities for adventure. Ogden is conveniently located just 45 minutes from an international airport and offers endless venue options includ- ing a stunning conference center, mountain lodges and team building facilities to ensure the makings of a great event. In Park City, 35 minutes from the Salt Lake International Airport, many families gather for annual reunions and to experience world-class golf courses, lift-served mountain biking, hiking trails and horseback riding. Salt Lake City has a large variety of family activities from Zoos & Gardens, casinos, historic sites, theme and water parks, as well as galleries and museums. WASHINGTON The lovely state of Washington, with its high desert country, abundant valleys and rolling Pacific Ocean beaches, cause some to burst into a rendition of "America, the Beautiful." However, the state continues to paint the fuller picture as it also possesses vibrant urban centers and communities, fine dining and cultural happenings throughout the year. In Seattle, visitors and locals alike can enjoy free- dom from driving, parking and traffic, since using the public transportation in this city is delightful. There are free downtown buses, the monorail, the West Seattle Water Taxi, and Light Rail In Tacoma, meeting planners can't go wrong with their great selection of venues, hotels and attractions. The city can accommodate meetings and budgets of all sizes with over 1,900 hotel rooms and plenty of meet- ing space. In Spokane you'll find eclectic arts and an entertainment district; its downtown is 100 acres of fun with attractions including a Giant Screen IMAX Theatre and a gondola sky-ride over the falls. matter what neighborhood you choose to stay in, there's a great hotel wait- ing for your BIG adventure. Start in Downtoen Dallas, where you'll have your pick of thousands of hotel rooms within walking distances from Dallas hot spots like Klyde Warren Park, The Sixth Floor Museum and the Dallas Arts District. Dallas delivers BIG in the arts and culture scene thanks to the largest contiguous urban arts district in the country. Start your visit in the center of the Dallas Arts District (there's several museums with free admission!) before venturing out into other neighborhoods. From galleries in the Bishop Arts District to street art in Deep Fllum, there's something in every corner of the city. And if you're looking for show tickets - you're in luck: our partnership with Today Tix gets you last-minute tickets at the best prices. Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center, Dallas Seattle downtown skyline and Mt. Rainier, Washington. in back ground Moab Utah dramatic scenery attracts many tourists annually