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B M & T ••• September/October 2023 ••• www.blackmeetingsandtourism.com 64 accessible airport, beautiful beaches, his- toric surroundings, highly acclaimed restaurants and shopping galore. No mat- ter the type of event you're planning, get the process started here in Charleston. The Charleston Area Convention Center offers 77,000 sq. ft. of Exhibit Hall space that is divisible into three separate exhibit areas with spacious Prefunction Areas. The layout is a perfect setting for high-energy trade-shows, large conven- tions, and more intimate meetings and events. Located just minutes from the Charleston International Airport and a short shuttle ride to the Historic District, this unique campus offers everything you need to make your event both memo- rable and successful. The Charleston Area Convention Center campus is owned by the City of North Charleston and includes the North Charleston Coliseum and the North Charleston Performing Arts Center. From blossoming gardens, ancient oaks, and the wonders of sea life to beau- tiful beaches, Charleston is the perfect backdrop for exploring the natural world around us. Not to mention this environ- ment makes for an excellent choice of a unique meeting space for clients. Make waves with your one-of-a-kind event in front of the Great Ocean Tank or overlooking the picturesque Charleston Harbor. Planners can create a customized event with animal encounters, personal- ized messages from scuba divers and amazing photo opportunities. Explore Charleston's ubiquitous African American History & Gullah Geechee Culture with Sites and Insights Tours, Inc., departing daily from the Charleston Visitor Center. Let's travel through the streets of downtown Charleston, or venture off the Charleston peninsula to visit two nearby Sea Islands – James & Johns – or perhaps you'd enjoy the unique blend of taking in both downtown & the two Sea Islands. Whichever tour you select, you'll see, hear & experience an inclusive look at one of America's premier destinations with emphasis on area African American histo- ry & culture. WHO YOU GONNA CALL? Meet Charleston – (800) 868-8118 www.meetcharleston.com • • GREENVILLE • • Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Greenville is conve- niently located halfway between Atlanta, GA, and Charlotte, NC providing excel- lent highway access. From this destina- tion's convenient Southeast location to a tremendous variety of venues, facilities, amenities, accommodations, and restau- rants to plentiful recreational and enter- tainment options that meet every need and budget to...well, you get the picture. Greenville, SC is affordable and conven- ient—planners, The Emerald City is wait- ing for you! From unique breakout spaces to major meeting facilities, Greenville is home to 100+ venues that cultivate creativity and inspire greatness. Popular facilities include a 280,000 sq. ft. convention cen- ter with an additional 60,000 sq. ft. of meeting space and the Bon Secours Wellness Arena, which seats up to 15,000 guests in a convenient Downtown location. If there's one thing that can leave a lasting memory after visiting a new place, it's a restful stay at a top-notch hotel. With more than 10,000 hotel rooms throughout the greater Greenville area in locations from Main Street to the moun- tains, the range of hotels and accommo- dations offers something for every attendee on your guest list. WHO YOU GONNA CALL? Visit Greenville – (800) 717-0023 www.visitgreenvillesc.com Charleston Area Convention Center photo credit: Charteston ACC