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•pg_28-41__BMT_pg3-58 9/25/13 12:54 AM Page 35 key alternative to the Atlantic Ocean. Campers, bikers and runners can explore and find adventure in the neighboring First Landing State Park. At the center of it all is the Virginia Beach Convention Center, the Nation's first convention center to earn LEED® Gold certification1 from the U.S. Green Building Council. It can hold any size meeting imaginable, with over 525,125 gross sq. ft., over 150,000 sq. ft. of column-free exhibit space, nearly 29,000 sq. ft. of meeting space, a ballroom measuring over 31,000 sq. ft. (one of the largest on the east coast), and 2,209 free parking spaces. Virginia Beach's reputation for being an outstanding sports destination is supported by the multiple firstclass facilities offered to national and international sporting associations. The Virginia Beach Sportsplex is a perfect example of the superior sporting facilities offered in the coastal city. Whether planning spousal activities for your delegates traveling with families, or organizing an incentive getaway program for your corporate client, the city's three beautiful beaches are free and always open to the public. For booking contact Al Hutchinson and the sales team at (757) 385-6652. MIAMI BEACH CONVENTION CENTER Located in the heart of South Beach, the Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC) boasts over 1,000,000 sq. ft. of flexible space, including; over 500,000 sq. ft. of exhibit space, over 100,000 sq. ft. of versatile pre-function area space and 70 meeting rooms comprised of 127,000 sq. ft. The dynamic and international City of Miami Beach is a unique, sophisticated, urban paradise, offering worldclass business amenities and cosmopolitan facilities in a laid-back tropical atmosphere. Planners who choose the Miami Beach Convention Center will soon discover that combining business with pleasure is as effortless as convening a conference on a waterfront terrace. Spanning four city blocks of palm tree lined streets and located in the heart of the electrifying and historic South Beach/Art Deco District, the Miami Beach Convention Center is a meeting, convention, tradeshow and consumer show paradise. White sandy beaches, warm ocean waters, terrific shopping, award winning restaurants, cool cafes and exciting nightlife make Miami Beach a premier choice for your next event. In addition, with over 2,000 hotel rooms within walking distance of the Miami Beach Convention Center and the warm Atlantic Ocean, and only a brief 15 minute drive from Miami International Airport, your group will be sure to enjoy the city's world famous weather and cosmopolitan lifestyle throughout their entire visit. For all your business needs please visit the UPS Store Business Center and Self Service Kiosks located on the 3rd Floor Skywalk above Halls A and B. You can go to the Visit Miami Beach – Visitors Center permanently located in the lobby of Hall C for all your information and sundry needs, including motorized scooter and stroller rentals. Other amenities include four board rooms, cyber café, box offices, concierge desks, concession stands, show offices and a uniquely designed skywalk that features a center pod with a buffet & cocktail lounge and an unrestricted view of all four exhibit halls. For booking, contact Ileana Garcia and the sales & marketing team at (786) 276-2607. MONTEGO BAY CONVENTION CENTRE No matter how big or small the event, the service and amenities at the Montego Bay Convention Centre make for memorable meetings. With this venue's ocean front location and breathtaking views, the Montego Bay Convention Centre offers one of the most beautiful settings in the world. The facility is the newest addition to Jamaica's Meetings and Conventions market, with a combined total of 142,000 sq. ft. of meeting, exhibition, ballroom, and plenary space. B M & T ••• September/October 2013 ••• www.blackmeetingsandtourism.com 35