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44 B M & T ••• March/April 2024 ••• www.blackmeetingsandtourism.com F L O R I D A S P E C I A L A D V E R T I S I N G S E C T I O N ORLANDO This is the place where meetings become memorable. Continuously ranked as Cvent's No. 1 meeting destination in the country, Orlando offers world-class event spaces, 480+ hotels, Michelin-recognized dining, and larger-than-life enter- tainment unlike anywhere else. Orlando has a long track record of partnering with planners to craft unforgettable experiences for attendees. See why it is always the perfect time to book this unbelievably real destination for your next event. Yes, the award-winning Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) is conveniently located in the middle of everything your attendees want to see and do in Orlando, but that's just the start of what this state-of-the-art, constantly improving facility has to offer. As meeting planners from around the world have come to know and appreciate, the OCCC is the industry leader in terms of flexibility, functionality and service. Thanks to more than 2.1 million sq. ft. of exhibition space and 480,000 sq. ft. of function space, meeting professionals appreciate the Center for its flex- ibility and functionality. When you choose to meet in Orlando, venue options go far beyond the Orange County Convention Center and the meet- ing hotels and resorts. Orlando gives you the opportunity to host once-in-a-lifetime meetings and group outings at some of the destination's most popular attractions, restaurants, nightlife hotspots and more — including the world-famous theme parks. Walt Disney World Resort hosts an array of well-known musical acts and talented performance artists courtesy of sea- sonal festivals at EPCOT. And at Disney Springs, your group can experience Cirque du Soleil — Drawn to Life. More con- certs await during the annual Seven Seas Food Festival at SeaWorld Orlando. Originally built by Dr. William Monroe Wells for African- Americans visiting Orlando during the segregation era, The Wells'Built Hotel has been converted into a museum housing memorabilia of Orlando's African-American community and displays on the Civil Rights movement along with some African art and artifacts. www.visitorlando.com (407) 363-5872 Orlando Skyline THE PALM BEACHES This is where meeting spaces of every size boasting the latest technology share the stage with vibrant communities and breathtaking natural beauty. Beyond the insights and connec- tions gained within the boardroom, The Palm Beaches take care of the rest with inspiring venues, unique opportunities to connect, and Between-The-Sessions experiences that set meet- ings apart. This destination's world-class hotels and meetings venues shine against the backdrop of a destination that's unmatched in natural beauty. The outdoor spaces, dining and entertainment options, cultural institutions, attractions and commitment to service will elevate your event and energize attendees. The diversity of options for planning a meeting in The Palm Beaches are seemingly endless: 18,000 guestrooms at 200 hotels, 1 million sq. ft. of meeting space to choose from and two walkable downtown meetings districts featuring dining, enter- tainment, cultural and wellness options, all without the density of more crowded cities. The Palm Beach County Convention Center (PBCCC) has more than 350,000 sq. ft. of meeting space, floor-to-ceiling win- dows and a connected hotel with 400 rooms. The facility boasts Palm Beach County Convention Center