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B M & T ••• January/February 2024 ••• www.blackmeetingsandtourism.com 37 The best thing about meeting at The Beach is what happens when the work- day ends. There are endless opportuni- ties here for entertainment, cama- raderie and old-fashioned fun. Take your afternoon get-together to sunlit beaches or swing away at one of more than 90 golf courses. Enjoy a night out with your colleagues, or kick back and relax while you answer a few e- mails and catch up on some "work" poolside. Myrtle Beach is a planner's paradise for entertainment beginning with the destinations largest and most popular attraction—60 miles of beautiful beach- es. There are 14 coastal communities that make up the Grand Strand, which is the 60 miles of coastline that locals fondly call, The Beach. The 14 commu- nities all have their own unique vibe, culture and way of life that appeals to all types of visitors and locals with a variety of entertainment, restaurants, shopping and more. This environment serves as a great option for weddings, reunions and other more intimate group gatherings. Conference attendees can enjoy a round on one of over 100 golf courses or shop at one of Myrtle Beach's three shopping malls, two outlet centers or three shopping and entertainment cen- ters. Spend the day exploring beautiful sculpture gardens or take a more active approach to time outside of work with water sports along the Intracoastal Waterway. Guests can also spend a relaxing evening enjoying fresh local seafood with an unforgettable view or crank up the excitement and enjoy one of many live entertainment shows in the area. For more information go to www.vis- itmyrtlebeach.com VIRGINIA BEACH CONVENTION CENTER As a part of the Virginia Beach Convention & Visitors Bureau, a visit to the Virginia Beach Convention Center will transform your conference atten- dees into a local in no time. Located only minutes from the beach and resort area, this venue has all the perks of coastal charm and big-city amenities at its fingertips. Enjoy the expansive vari- ety of hotels, entertainment, shopping and dining in the area. Just blocks from the beach and in the heart of Virginia Beach's oceanfront resort area, the Virginia Beach Convention Center is over 516,000 square feet of stylish event space with over 150,000 sq. ft. of column-free exhibit space, nearly 29,000 sq. ft. of meeting space, a 31,000 sq. ft. ballroom (one of the largest on the east coast), 28 meeting rooms and 2,209 free parking spaces In Virginia Beach, finding a place to host your stay is more than finding a room or booking a rate; it's about find- ing that perfect vantage point for your vacation. Virginia Beach boasts a diverse, immense collection of comfort- able accommodation options in close proximity to the Convention Center. With hotels, inns, resorts, vacation rentals, campgrounds and more, you'll find that extending your stay is a breeze. Coastal waters, beautiful parks and great fishing make Virginia Beach the ideal vacation for any outdoor lover. Home to one of the last great salt marsh habitats on the East Coast with hun- dreds of miles of inland waters, thou- sands of acres of parks and countless trails, and the largest estuary in the US in the Chesapeake Bay, this is much more than a seashore vacation. First constructed in 1888, the Virginia Beach Boardwalk has received national acclaim in recent times as one of America's favorite boardwalks by the Discovery Channel, and in magazines such as Coastal Living, Southern living, and National Geographic Traveler. Guests have the option to explore the beautiful scenery of the region on this popular walkable attraction. For more information go to www.vis- itvirginiabeach.com MIAMI BEACH CONVENTION CENTER After an investment of $620 million, the Miami Beach Convention Center has been thoughtfully reimagined to provide innovative, state-of-the-art all types of visitors and locals with a Just blocks from the beach and in the Discovery Channel, and in magazines