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B M & T ••• March/April 2022 ••• www.blackmeetingsandtourism.com 48 THE PALM BEACHES T he Palm Beaches is where meeting spaces of every size boasting the latest technology share the stage with vibrant communities and breathtaking natural beauty. Beyond the insights and connections gained within the boardroom, The Palm Beaches take care of the rest with inspiring venues, unique opportunities to connect, and Between-The-Sessions experiences that set meetings apart. Anchoring the area's meetings infrastructure, the GBAC STAR™ accredited Palm Beach County Center has 350,000 sq. ft. of flexible meeting space and its state-of-the-art technology make it a great choice for conferences and trade shows. Just three miles from the Palm Beach International Airport, The 100,000-sq. ft. Exhibit Hall's ceiling is just under 30 ft., making rigging a snap. The floor's boxes are 30 ft. apart, allowing for data, electricity, and voice capabilities for each booth. Ten load- ing dock bays make move-ins seamless. Add to this 10,000 sq. ft. of pre-function space, almost 20 spaces for smaller meet- ings, award-winning culinary services, complimentary WiFi, equipment rentals, and a parking facility for up to 2,500 cars, and the Center is a favorite among meeting planners. After the day is done, rest and relaxation are just a few steps away, as the 400-room Hilton West Palm Beach has a connecting walkway. And for those who need more rooms, there are over 1,000 close by. Planners can choose from 18,000 guestrooms area wide at 200 hotels, 1 million sq. ft. of meeting space, and two walkable downtown meetings districts featuring dining, entertain- ment, cultural and wellness options, all without the density of more crowded cities. They can also choose from an extensive variety of open-air spaces in lush gardens, on rooftop terraces, by the waterfront and more, for an opportunity to enjoy The Palm Beaches' year- round beautiful weather, inspire connection and provide spacious places to meet safely. Planners and their attendees looking for cultural experiences will find an array of world-class museums and galleries, concerts and festivals where music fills the air, award-winning theater and Broadway performers. From Jupiter to Boca Raton, The Palm Beaches is bursting with creativity. Art is a way of life in Delray Beach, where Pineapple Grove and Old School Square brim with galleries and artist studios. Browse prestigious collections and exhibits at the Boca Raton Museum of Art and the Norton Museum of Art. At the Flagler Museum, step inside the Gilded-Age Palm Beach mansion of railroad baron Henry Flagler to view historic exhibits alongside period artwork and furnishings. When it comes to entertainment, The Palm Beaches wins best in show. There's always something happening in the West Palm Beach Arts and Entertainment District and Harbourside Place in Jupiter. Snag concert tickets to top touring acts at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts in West Palm Beach, see Tony-winning musicals at the Maltz Jupiter Theatre and enjoy cabaret sets by Broadway's brightest stars at the Crest Theatre in Delray Beach. Three major international airports with more than 2,000 flights daily, high-speed rail via Brightline Trains, Tri-Rail service and highways make getting to The Palm Beaches a breeze. Palm Beach International Airport in the heart of West Palm Beach is the closest option, but Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and Miami International Airport (MIA) are just 30 minutes and one hour away, respectively. For more information call (800) 554-7256 or visit www.ThePalmBeaches.com/Meetings Florida Special Advertising Section Palm Beach County Convention Center-and-Hilton.Hotel