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34 B M & T ••• July/August 2025 ••• www.blackmeetingsandtourism.com Located at the center of the Las Vegas Strip with direct access to the 550,000 sq. ft. CAESARS FORUM conference center, The LINQ Hotel + Experience offers a variety of exclu- sive experiences in one distinctive resort. The LINQ Hotel + Experience specializes in creating extraordinary meetings and events for small to medium-sized groups. At the cutting edge of technology, the 31,034 square feet of highly-configurable meet- ing space offers high-speed wireless internet and videoconfer- encing, and internet kiosks are conveniently located through- out the property. Enjoy celebrated chef Guy Fieri's first Las Vegas restaurant, Guy Fieri's Vegas Kitchen & Bar, award-win- ning Hash House a Go Go and direct access to O'Sheas Casino, Off The Strip and Chayo Mexican Kitchen + Tequila Bar. Entertainment and nightlife options include Re:Match, a Strip- side bar featuring indoor/outdoor seating, and 3535, a unique take on the lobby bar, as well as America's Got Talent winner, magician Mat Franco. The LINQ Hotel + Experience also fea- tures Influence, The Pool at The LINQ for guests 21 and older; Spa at The LINQ with Himalayan Salt Caves, a salon and a fit- ness center. In addition to all these experiences, The LINQ Hotel + Experience also has approachable, fun and modern accommodations, with a total of 2,253 guest rooms including Deluxe Poolside Cabana Rooms and Bunk Bed Deluxe Rooms. Guests are just steps away from The LINQ Promenade – the open-air entertainment, retail and dining district with world-class attractions such as the High Roller, the tallest observation wheel in North America and Fly LINQ, the only zipline on The Strip. Sometimes, you want more than business as usual—and you'll find it at MGM Resorts. From a world-class team to unique venue options, MGM Resorts is more than a place to meet; it's a place to be inspired. MANDALAY BAY RESORT LAS VEGAS Situated at the iconic start of the Las Vegas Strip, Mandalay Bay stands out as the fifth largest convention center in the U.S., boasting 2.1 million square feet of meeting and exhibit space. Attendees enjoy an 11-acre beach with real sand and new din- ing options including Chef Michael Mina's Mediterranean restaurant, Orla. Sustainable initiatives like a rooftop solar array and refillable water stations underscore Mandalay Bay's commitment to protecting the planet. The $100 million renova- tion completed this year demonstrates their dedication to flex- ibility and client-centric events, managed by a skilled team of certified planners. MGM GRAND LAS VEGAS Renowned as the ultimate destination for conventions and meetings, MGM Grand boasts over 5,000 rooms, including wellness-focused StayWell® accommodations and the newly renovated Studio Tower. Its Conference Center offers 850,000 square feet of flexible space, expanded to enhance wellness-ori- ented events. The addition of Luchini Italian Restaurant intro- duces a refreshing take on classic Italian-American, inspired by the flavors of New York. Hidden inside Luchini is Chez Bippy, an intimate space that is certain to become everyone's little secret. PARK MGM Park MGM sets itself apart as Las Vegas' smoke-free, inti- mate hotel experience on a grand scale. Signature dining options like Eataly and innovative spaces such as the Madison Meeting Center's 77,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor venues and the Ideation Studio featuring 10 unique environ- ments foster collaboration and creativity. Adjacent to the T- Mobile Arena, Park MGM is a hub for premier events equipped with state-of-the-art facilities. If you're looking to set the stage for great moments that will