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B M & T ••• November/December 2024 ••• www.blackmeetingsandtourism.com 43 TAMPA RIVERWALK, TAMPA BAY, FL Take in the beautiful waterfront views and feel the warm sun along the Tampa Riverwalk. This 2.6-mile walk runs along the Hillsborough River to the Garrison Channel. Start your journey at the bustling Heights Market at Armature Works, stop along at the vibrant Curtis Hixon park, and continue until you reach Sparkman Wharf. Locals and visitors alike can walk, bike, or take a scooter down the Riverwalk where they can stop at one of the many attractions, bars, or restaurants. At night, witness the colorful lights that bring the Riverwalk to life. The Riverwalk connects Tampa's dynamic cultural venues, family oriented parks and the city center's vibrant business community creating connectivity and eclectic synergy. The Riverwalk at Tampa Convention Center is located along the river adjacent to Tampa Convention Center. In the heart of Downtown ... Tampa, the Riverwalk at Tampa Convention Center offers up to 146,000 sq. ft. of flexible event space. From sunrise to sunset ... , Riverwalk at Tampa Convention Center provides a beautiful setting for receptions, dinners, and any other special events that deserve a spec- tacular view. In 2022 Visit Tampa Bay launched the Riverwalk Attraction Pass, a new program connecting the gems of the Tampa Riverwalk in one ticket offering discounts to users and raising the profile of Tampa's downtown attractions. Similar to the very successful CityPASS program, which includes some of Tampa Bay's largest attractions on one inclusive ticket for a dis- counted price, the Riverwalk Attraction Pass brings together many attractions but also enables museums and centers that would The Riverwalk at Tampa Convention Center is located along the river adjacent to Tampa Convention Center. In the heart of Downtown ... Tampa, the Riverwalk at Tampa Convention Center offers up to 146,000 sq. ft. of flexible event space. From sunrise to sunset ... , Riverwalk at Tampa Convention Center provides a beautiful setting for In 2022 Visit Tampa Bay launched the Riverwalk Attraction Pass, a new program connecting the gems of the Tampa Riverwalk in one ticket offering discounts to users and raising the profile of Tampa's downtown Similar to the very successful CityPASS program, which includes some of Tampa Bay's largest attractions on one inclusive ticket for a dis- counted price, the Riverwalk Attraction Pass brings together many attractions but also enables museums and centers that would counted price, the Riverwalk Attraction Pass brings together many attractions but also enables museums and centers that would Tampa's Riverwalk L ocation, location, location – it's singularly the most important dynamic in real estate, yes even more important than cost. Location also plays an integral role in selecting a meeting or convention destination. Perhaps this explains why destinations that feature riverwalks, with all of the excitement and activity they generate, are growing in popularity among planners and other travel professionals. Here is a selection of cities with riverwalks that are sure to satisfy. BY BUCK SAMUELS CITIES WITH RIVERWALKS FOR ACTIVITIES BEYOND THE MEETINGS Columbus, Georgia, Riverwalk