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AREA GUIDES tomized support—assisting with every- thing from cultural itineraries, to permits, tech specs, and community partnerships. Whether hosting civic forums or multi- generational family reunions, planners are met with service that favors simplicity over complication. Anaheim is not a sideshow to the theme parks—it's a standalone destina- tion for strategic planning. Here, progres- sion meets intention, and convenience never comes at the cost of quality. WHO YOU GONNA CALL? Visit Anaheim – (714) 765-2800 www.visitanaheim.org • • LONG BEACH • • Long Beach offers planners something rare: oceanside energy with metropolitan readiness. It's a port city that doesn't just welcome— it operates. For those crafting serious agendas with a side of scenic ease, Long Beach delivers balance without sac- rificing integrity. The Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center spans over 400,000 square feet, including the Terrace Theater, Pacific Ballroom, and flexible expo halls. The center is con- nected to major hotels like the Hyatt Regency, Renaissance Long Beach, and Westin Long Beach, each offering rooftop lounges and fast access to shoreline receptions or keynote spaces. Black culture is present without pre- tense. The African American Cultural Center of Long Beach partners with local planners to offer workshops, speaker series, and gallery-style installations. Events can move from civic conversation to cultural engagement without leaving the downtown grid. For elevated networking, the Aquarium of the Pacific and Museum of Latin American Art offer event rentals designed to leave an impression. Planners can balance structured programming with dynamic surroundings—without losing cohesion. With Los Angeles International Airport and Long Beach Airport both nearby, the city allows for smooth arrivals and quick transitions. Long Beach aims to please. It deliv- ers—direct, equipped, and ready for what matters. WHO YOU GONNA CALL? Visit Long Beach – (800) 452-7829 www.visitlonbeach.com • • SAN DIEGO • • San Diego's sunshine, warm weather, exciting attractions, vibrant neighbor- hoods and extensive outdoor meeting and reception areas are ready to wel- come you. Start planning your next event in San Diego, where the airport, Convention Center and hotels all go above and beyond to provide impecca- ble service. The San Diego Convention Center is in a vibrant downtown setting within a mile and a half of more than 11,000 first-class hotel rooms, including four headquarter hotels, and 10 minutes from the airport. Your attendees will be within easy walk- ing distance of an array of restaurants, retail stores and world-class entertain- ment. The facility boasts 525,701 sq. ft. of contiguous exhibit space, divisible into seven halls; 90,000 sq. ft. Sails Pavilion, column-free, glass-enclosed with an industry standard trade show floor; 72 meeting rooms totaling 204,114 sq. ft., including two 40,000 sq. ft. ballrooms; 284,494 sq. ft. of pre-function, lobby and registration are; 184,514 sq. ft. of out- door terrace space perfect for soaking in San Diego's year round sunshine; and LEED Gold Certification from the U.S. Green Building Council. San Diego Tourism Authority President- /CEO Julie Coker and her team stand ready to help you make your meeting in San Diego the best one yet. WHO YOU GONNA CALL? San Diego Tourism Authority (619) 232-3101 www.sandiego.org/ Long Beach Convention photo credit: Long Beach CC B M & T ••• May/June 2025 ••• www.blackmeetingsandtourism.com 65