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B M & T ••• March /April 2023 ••• www.blackmeetingsandtourism.com 26 UTAH Utah is made up of vibrant and historic cities and towns, all surrounded by natural beauty. These natural land- scapes are designated as national parks, national monu- ments, national forests, state parks and millions of addition- al acres of open spaces with no official designation save for "Utah." Whether you are a meeting planner looking for a unique destination to hold a major conference or a leisure traveler coordinating a family reunion the state is well suited to accommodate groups of just about any size. Salt Lake City is the state's largest destination and will accommodate larger group providing more amenities while Ogden and Park City provide planners a more suburban approach to an event with surrounding ski resorts. Cities located in Northern Utah offer access to ski areas, mountain adventures, urban lifestyle and excellent amenities. Heading a few hundred miles south opens up a completely different landscape, where you can disconnect in outdoor basecamps surrounded by redrock scenery and unforgettable vistas. Moab Utah WASHINGTON Washington State provides business and leisure travelers an option to meet where diversi- ty and inclusion is at the forefront of the regions agenda. Coupled with GREEN certified meeting venues and unlimited lodging possibilities meet- ing in The Evergreen State is sure to satisfy EVERYONES travel needs. Located in the heart of Seattle, a city resonat- ing with innovative minds and a vibrant arts scene, Seattle Convention Center is within walk- ing distance of world-class hotels, restaurants, entertainment and attractions. Spokane and Tacoma offer travelers a more unique blend of outdoor experiences making them perfect desti- nations to hold smaller intimate gatherings utiliz- ing the natural outdoor meeting spaces. From abundant outdoor recreation to a thriv- ing dining and craft beer scene, your conference attendees will find no shortage of activities to keep themselves busy during their time in the State of Washington. Explore epic national and state parks, wander miles of shoreline, sip your way through Wine Country, immerse yourself in arts and culture at world-class museums, browse locally owned shops, and enjoy fun for the whole group. 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, (800) GoHawaii / www.gohawaii.com Nevada Commission on Tourism, (800) Nevada-8 / www.travelnevada.com New Mexico Tourism Department, (505) 877-7400 / www.newmexico.org Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Dept., (800) 652-6552 / www.travelok.com Oregon Tourism Commission, (800) 547-7842 / www.traveloregon.com Texas Tourism Division, (512) 936-0101 / www.traveltex.com Utah Travel Council, (800) 200-1160 / www.utah.com Washington State Tourism, (800) 544-1800 / www.experiencewa.com • • • CONTACT LIST • • • Tacoma, Washington, with Mt. Rainier in the distance on Commencement Bay.