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B M & T ••• July/August 2023 ••• www.blackmeetingsandtourism.com 28 FLAMINGO Located in the heart of the Las Vegas Strip, Flamingo Las Vegas is a true desert oasis. The center-Strip resort features more than 3,500 guest rooms and suites, including the recent- ly renovated Flamingo Rooms and Suites, as well as new Bunk Bed Rooms and Suites. Flamingo's 73,000-square-foot Corporate Convention Center and Executive Conference Center offer high style and exceptional flexibility to accom- modate large or small meetings. Convenient and inviting seat- ing areas outside many of the meeting rooms offer a distinc- tive touch and are perfect for pre-function conversation or meeting breaks. With dozens of versatile spaces ranging from 500 square feet to well over 20,000, the Flamingo makes it easy to plan a memorable and successful event with real Las Vegas flair. The historic hotel-casino is home to a sprawling 15-acre pool and wildlife habitat complete with waterfalls, mature island vegetation and tropical wildlife, distinctive pools including the adult GO Pool, and several outdoor wed- ding gardens. Flamingo Las Vegas offers a variety of dining options with eateries such as Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville and Mexican hot spot Carlos' n Charlie's and the latest addi- tion, vintage-inspired Bugsy & Meyer's Steakhouse. The resort also hosts an all-star line-up of entertainers including Piff The Magic Dragon, the late-night adult revue X Burlesque, RuPaul's Drag Race LIVE! Las Vegas as well as Mr. Las Vegas, Wayne Newton. CAESARS FORUM The 550,000 sq. ft. CAESARS FORUM conference center is the newest addition to the Caesars Entertainment family. CAESARS FORUM features two of the world's largest pillar- less ballrooms with each measuring 110, 000 square feet, two 40,000-square-foot ballrooms and 100 break-out rooms, along with FORUM Plaza, Las Vegas' first 100,000-square-foot out- door meeting and event space. The FORUM PLAZA is ideal for breaks, receptions, or special events. The ultra-modern design with natural daylight and a neutral palette offers endless branding opportunities. With meeting space all in one level, load-in will be simple and convenient. The meeting space is conveniently located with direct access to more than 8,500 hotel rooms at Harrah's Las Vegas, the LINQ Hotel + Experience and Flamingo Las Vegas hotels, as well as The LINQ Promenade, the adjacent, open-air entertainment, din- ing and retail district. PLANET HOLLYWOOD Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino is the centerpiece of the famed Las Vegas Strip, with 2,500 beautifully redesigned guest rooms and suites showcasing some of the best views in town, along with endless options of unparalleled shopping, distin- guished dining, popular entertainment and a bustling nightlife. A bright, bold addition to the resort's portfolio, the Ultra Hip Rooms feature contemporary elegance and luxury bedding. Known as the place to play for its roster of A-list celebrity guests, Planet Hollywood's 231 restyled suites feature stunning views of the glittering skyline and daring décor elements such as suspended sofas, lounge-style living spaces and oversized modern artwork. Planet Hollywood offers 88,000 square feet of flexible meeting space that can accommodate groups of up to 4,400. The expertly designed functional spaces offer upgraded sound and presentation systems, wireless Internet, LCD flat- screen displays and advanced technology to make your pro- gram unfold seamlessly. The resort also features The Scene Pool Deck, several lounges, an intimate wedding chapel, and a relaxing spa and salon. Impressive restaurants include Bakkt Theater is one of the largest theaters on the Vegas Strip and showcases a variety of resident headliners including superstars like John Legend, Miranda Lambert, and Shania Twain. Magician Criss Angel performs an over-the-top visual spectac- ular of "Criss Angel MINDFREAK®" in the Criss Angel Theater. The property is encircled by Miracle Mile Shops with more than 170 specialty stores and restaurants.