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53 B M & T ••• November/December 2023 ••• www.blackmeetingsandtourism.com AREA GUIDES L O U I S I A N A BIG CITY VIBES WITH SMALL TOWN HOSPITALITY, "THE BAYOU STATE" CREATES THE BEST MEETING ENVIRONMENTS FOR ATTENDEES B Y C L E T U S R A M E S Y Whether you're craving small-town authenticity or big-city excitement, every region in the state is infused with #OnlyLouisiana character and flavor. The state is a jewel of the south with multiple destinations through out giving guests a completely unique experience in each region. If you plan on organizing reunions, weddings and other family gatherings requiring a more intimate vibe, the state is filled with venues and sites perfect for accommodating these smaller groups. Most of these rural cities surround New Orleans, Baton Rouge and Shreveport. These cities have the capabili- ty of holding much larger groups with larger meeting spaces and more lodging options. Whatever your event needs are, the Bayou State has got you covered! • • NEW ORLEANS • • The city of New Orleans and its abun- dance of unique venues offer an unbeat- able backdrop to any event. NOLA has hosted prominent international and New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center photo credit: Ernest N. Morial CC PLAN YOUR MEETING WITH NEW ORLEANS © 2023 New Orleans & Company All Rights Reserved. A successful event is easy to get to. The compact footprint of New Orleans – with major convention facilities, hotels, restaurants, and attractions, all within 2.5 miles of your meeting – is what makes us Built To Host. Ride the streetcar or walk through our beautiful neighborhoods, from the French Quarter to Uptown, to connect with colleagues and build new relationships in our one-of-a-kind community. Call the New Orleans & Company Convention Sales Team at 877.393.5836, email at cnvsales@neworleans.com or visit NewOrleans.com/meetings. NewOrleans.com/meetings | @neworleansandco