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PEACHTREE STATE OFFERS MANY OPTIONS FOR MEETING PLANNERS BY SOLOMON J. HERBERT II The "Peachtree State" offers meeting planners a huge selection of top-level conference centers and meeting facilities that will surely satisfy their clients. The state prides itself along with several other southern states as a destination that pro- vides that "Southern Hospitality" to its guests local and visiting. It definitely shows with the level of treatment received in the numerous hotels and lodg- ing facilities provided for conference attendees and leisure travelers alike. Georgia's picturesque scenery and gorgeous geographical backdrop give planners a series of cities to choose from when picking the right site for a specific event. Those preparing for a larger event in a more urban environment might look into Atlanta's venues. If the gathering is smaller and/or calls for Georgia's lovely ambiance Savannah is top choice. ••DOUGLASVILLE•• The very best of Georgia is right in Douglasville, just minutes from Atlanta. Break from the hustle and bustle of the big city and come visit this charming town. Offering a unique blend of small- town ambiance and fun-filled entertain- ment Douglasville is perfect for small gatherings and reunions. The town is also equipped with meeting venues for larger conferences and meetings. Douglasville Downtown Conference Center provides the perfect environment for your next business meeting, confer- ence, training session, or trade show. With superior flexibility, the state-of-the- art facility has unparalleled amenities to meet your business meeting needs. For an event to remember, book your next meeting at the Douglasville Downtown Conference Center. Whether you prefer exploring nature's bounty, enjoying the arts, festivals or gar- dens, or a peaceful tract of wilderness or shopping excursions, there are so many things to do in Douglasville there's really something for everyone. Once business is concluded for the day take some time to explore historic Douglasville! Come groove to Jazz and R&B music performed live on O'Neal Plaza featuring some of the hottest bands around. Bring your own seating, and relax and unwind at the Douglasville Wednesday WindDown Summer Jazz and R&B Concert Series. This event is free and open to the public to attend. If you are a golf lover Douglasville's got a treat for you! West Pines is the single best golfing value in metro Atlanta. The course features four sets of tees to ensure an enjoyable experience for golfers of all skill levels, a full practice range and a putting green. Of particular interest is the feel of the golf course, which features rolling hills and numerous wooded areas. With several adjoining fair- ways, the West Pines golf course has plenty of room to play and offers beautiful vistas throughout the round. ••ATLANTA•• Atlanta prides itself on a collaborative hospitality community that is dedicated to making every meeting a success. Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau (ACVB) works as a team with its hotels, venues, restaurants, neighbors and ambassadors to create a seamless meeting experi- ence. With $2.5 billion in new develop- ment, now is the time to see Atlanta like you never have before. Atlanta boasts a bounty of world-class meeting facilities, from the Georgia International Convention Center (400,000 sq. ft. of flexible meeting space) and the Georgia World Congress Center (3 exhibit halls measuring 340,000 sq. ft., 27 meeting rooms and the 1,740-seat Sidney Marcus Auditorium), to top-of-the line hotels like the 1,260-room Hyatt Regency Atlanta ((180,000 sq. ft. of meeting space) and the Atlanta Marriott Marquis (133,323 sq. ft. of meeting space) to name a few possibilities. With Atlanta's unique meeting dis- tricts, attendees can easily explore all B M & T ••• January/February 2016 ••• www.blackmeetingsandtourism.com 47 AREA GUIDES G E O R G I A • • • STATS • • • HOTEL ROOMS Holiday Inn Express Atlanta W 132 InTown Suites Extended Stay Living Atlanta West 102 EXHIBITION FACILITIES Douglasville Conference Center Total Exhibit Space 7,672 sq. ft Meeting Rooms 3 WHO YOU GONNA CALL? Douglasville CVB (800) 661-0013 http://www.visitdouglasville.com Douglasville Downtown Conference Center Meeting Room Photo Credit: Douglasville CVB