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AREA GUIDES ••EAST POINT•• East Point boasts what many cities long for... location, location, location! The city is conveniently located next to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and minutes away from downtown Atlanta, with access to three major inter- states and MARTA. Using this rail system will get you from Downtown Atlanta to East Point in a mere 15 minutes. East Point offers a unique mix of tradi- tional neighborhoods, a walkable down- town and easy access to the world- renowned attractions, dining and shop- ping of Atlanta. Hotels near the Atlanta airport offer a comfortable home base with exceptional amenities that include meeting space, shuttle service, ample motor-coach parking and close proximity to the Georgia International Convention Center. Want some action? East Point has that, too. Check out the Dick Lane Velodrome for bicycle races throughout the year. If you want to get in on the action yourself, visit one of East Point's many athletic fields and challenge your friends to a game of ultimate Frisbee or kick ball. WHO YOU GONNA CALL? The City Of East Point (404) 270-7057 www.eastpointcity.org ••DOUGLASVILLE•• The City of Douglasville is a designat- ed Main Street Town and adheres to the Main Street Four Point Approach. The Main Street Approach advocates a return to community self-reliance, local empow- erment, and the rebuilding of traditional commercial districts based on their unique assets: distinctive architecture, a pedestrian-friendly environment, personal service, local ownership, and a sense of community. Break from the hustle and bustle of the big city and come visit this novelty of a town. The Douglasville Downtown Confer- ence Center provides the perfect environ- ment for your next business meeting, con- ference, training session, or trade show. With superior flexibility, the state-of-the-art facility has unparalleled amenities to meet your business meeting needs. The venue includes a 7,672-sq. ft. ball- room that can be divided into five separate rooms, and offers a breathtaking rear ter- race that overlooks Douglasville's charm- ing historic district. The Conference Center also features a business center, two pre-function areas, a 150-seat audito- rium and three meeting rooms. The unique blend of elegance and technology-savvy equipped rooms makes the new Douglasville Conference Center the per- fect choice for corporate meetings and small to medium sized conferences, as well as weddings and social events. The closest major airport is Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), located about 20 miles from Douglasville. WHO YOU GONNA CALL? Douglasville CVB – (800) 661-0013 www.visitdouglasville.com ••SAVANNAH•• Founded in 1733, Savannah combines a vibrant leisure destination with the capa- bilities and facilities you'd expect from a leading convention city. With the capacity to accommodate up to 2,800 guests, Savannah is ideal for everything from weekend retreats to major international conventions. And with three centuries of history, mystery and intrigue, there's something to capture the fancy of every guest. Whatever the size or scope of your meeting, Savannah is ready and able to help you make it a resounding success The beautiful thing about Savannah is that there truly is something for every- body. Whether your attendees are into shopping, sightseeing, relaxation or extreme activities, there's something sure to please them in Savannah. Located just 15 miles from Savannah's Historic Meeting District, the Savannah/- Hilton Head International Airport offers 11 non-stop destinations and approximately 84 daily flights in and out of Savannah. WHO YOU GONNA CALL? Visit Savannah – (877) SAVANNAH www.savannahmeetings.com Greater Savannah Black & Minority Chamber of Commerce (206) 426-2363 B M & T ••• March/April 2017 ••• www.blackmeetingsandtourism.com 36 Savannah River Historic District Photo Credit: Visit Savannah