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Collection. There are 2,700 hotel rooms within 1.5 miles of the Broward County Convention Center. Ft. Lauderdale's family reunion business is booming. Today, those reunions take on an international flavor because of the city's proximity to the Caribbean and the African Diaspora. Greater Fort Lauderdale celebrates the diversity of the people who visit, meet and live in South Florida. With attractions and events that honor its multicultural heritage, Greater Fort Lauderdale can be an educational and inspiring experience. The African American Research Library and Cultural Center and Old Dillard Museum are magnificent tributes to the history and contributions of African Americans and add another dimension to your visit. Discover the spirit and history of the Seminole Tribe's culture at the Ah-Tah-Thi- Ki Museum. Learn about the Seminole's way of life in the late 1800s, and wander nature trails through a recreated Seminole village. JACKSONVILLE Jacksonville is the perfect destination for your next meeting or vacation. From the 1,100 miles of shoreline, to world-class art and museums, 80,000 acres of parks and trails and numerous sporting events, there is so much to do this Spring in Jax! As the largest city in the continental U.S., Jacksonville is the per- fect place to experience a new side of Florida. The abundant water- ways, parks and ecological preserves in Jacksonville provide an unforgettable opportunity to escape the ordinary and relax in nature's playground. All the natural beauty is surrounded by a mod- ern and vibrant city filled with authentic dining options, thrilling attractions, world-class museums, beautiful hotels, exciting events, cool nightlife, a hip Downtown and unique historic districts with entertaining options for visitors of all ages. The Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center combines the grand historic architecture of the former train terminal with state-of-the-art technology. Located in downtown Jacksonville, the Prime Osborn Convention Center offers 275,000 gross sq. ft. of flexible meeting space plus 78,500 sq. ft. of continuous exhibit space all with wireless capability, making it the perfect setting for conventions, tradeshows, meetings, and banquets. Just minutes from the Jacksonville International Airport and less than a mile from over 2,300 hotel rooms, the Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center is a sophisticated setting for your next event. FLORIDA The Daytona 500 is America's best-known NASCAR race. Daytona Beach is home to Bethune-Cookman and a spring break paradise. Jacksonville features an the Intracoastal waterway, the Atlantic Ocean and the majestic St Johns River – along with a zoo, spas and golf courses galore as home to the PGA Tour. The pristine waters of Pensacola Beach makes this Gulf Coast city one of Florida's premiere vacation destinations. While Tallahassee is home turf of college football's Florida State Seminoles, a Florida A&M University football game halftime show featuring the FAMU Marching Band is a must. Also visit the John G. Riley Museum of African-American Culture and History. Busch Gardens Tampa, Glazer Children's Museum, Florida Aquarium, Lowry Park Zoo and the Museum of Science and Industry are just a few of Tampa's well-known attractions. Palm Beach County means golf, tennis, beaches, shopping, nightlife, art and culture. FORT LAUDERDALE Between Blue Wave beaches and exotic Everglades lie countless ways to play in Greater Fort Lauderdale, including kid-friendly attrac- tions and sightseeing cruises, watersports and more. Just minutes from the beach is the Riverwalk Arts and Entertainment District in downtown Fort Lauderdale, home to cultural attractions, shops, parks and restaurants. Along Riverwalk, the brick-lined meandering promenade, discover the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, Museum of Discovery and Science with its AutoNation 3D IMAX Theater, Florida Grand Opera, Fort Lauderdale Historical Center, Stranahan House and the Museum of Art. Discover the lighter, brighter side of large meetings. Choose to book any of the six hotels of the Lauderdale Convention Collection, and you'll enjoy the attention of expert staff whose sole objective is to make meeting planners and their attendees feel right at home. And let Greater Fort Lauderdale CVB's Sunsational Service Team help you coordinate transportation, marketing, vendors and beyond. Ft Lauderdale is also a top meeting destination for African- Americans. The 600,000-sq. ft. Broward County Convention Center is the premiere gathering spot for large or small events. This three-level facility nestled on the Intracoastal Waterway is surround- ed by six hotel properties known as the Lauderdale Convention B M & T ••• May/June 2017 ••• www.blackmeetingsandtourism.com 24 Fort Lauderdale skyline Photo Credit: Daniel Korzeniewski Jacksonville syline, Photo Credit: Vist Jacksonville