< Previous2023 AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE ATLANTIS PARADISE ISLAND 13-Time Winner FACTS AND FEATURES Total Guest Rooms/Suites: 3,500 Total Square Feet of Meeting Space: Indoor Ballrooms - 100,000 sq. ft., Outdoor Venues - 300,000 Special Services & Amenities: Atlantis Casino, Ocean Club Golf Course, Aquaventure Water Park, Mandara Spa, Dolphin Cay Marine Habitat, 20+ Restaurants and Bars A tlantis Paradise Island, the world’s most remarkable resort destination, is the ideal location for groups. With more than 500,000 sf of flexible indoor and outdoor event space, Atlantis can accommodate large meetings and intimate gatherings, and is reached by nonstop flights from more than 20 cities. Attendees will delight in Atlantis’ renovated Royal Tower guest rooms, Harborside Resort villas, The Reef residential- style studios and suites, the ultra-luxury The Cove, plus The Coral for easy access to the many amenities for which Atlantis is renowned. Atlantis Paradise Island resort spans close to 200 acres, with five miles of white-sand beaches and tranquil azure waters, multiple pools, diverse dining, spa, golf, shopping, rei- magined experiences customized with attendee safety in mind, a multitude of attractions and other luxury amenities. Attend- ees have so much to explore without ever hav ing to leave the resort — from indulging at Mandara Spa, to finding Lady Luck at the newly renovated Atlantis Casino. Plus, new and avid golfers have exclusive access to the highly celebrated Ocean Club Golf Course, and attendees will delight in fine dining at Nobu, Michael White’s Paranza, Seafire Steakhouse, Fish by Jose Andres and more. Duty-free Crystal Court luxury shops, Marina Village, Aquaventure water park, Dolphin Cay, and the world’s largest open-air marine habitat with more than 50,000 aquatic animals, round out some of the many amenities attend- ees return year after year to experience. Atlantis offers new bespoke experiences for small groups from exclusive adventures at Dolphin Cay and private sunset speedboat tours, to art tours, dinners on the beach and dive-in movie nights. The resort’s award-winning culinary team offers flexible menu planning along with authentic Caribbean cuisine and regional specialties. Sourcing the best quality ingredients available, and creating a diverse range of menus to meet every attendees’ needs and expectations, Atlantis’ culinary team adds even more depth by offering attendees the experience of qual- ity, locally sourced ingredients and presentation that mirrors the beauti ful environment of Paradise Island and The Bahamas. Atlantis Live entertainment and events continue to delight attendees and visitors — from weekly Junkanoo fests in Marina Village, to special appearances and shows from acclaimed comedians, musical acts and art ists. Returning international sporting events, including Battle 4 Atlantis, are hosted yearly, along with the Nassau Paradise Island Wine & Food Festival, the largest culinary extravaganza in Bahamian history. C&IT 30 November 2023 | Corporate & Incentive Travel | TheMeetingMagazines.com STEVEN SILVERMAN Senior Vice President of Sales Atlantis Paradise Bahamas One Casino Drive, Paradise Island, Bahamas Nassau, Bahamas 1-800-722-2449 groupsales@atlantisparadise.com meetingsatatlantis.comBook a new group of 1500 room nights or greater for arrival before December 31, 2024 and group will receive one complimentary firework display at Paradise Harbor Beach or West Beach. Applicable to new groups only. Offer is subject to availability and blackout dates and can be pulled at any time. Offer is not combinable with any other offers. See full details at www.meetingsatatlantis.com. DISCOVER RENOVATED ROOMS NEW DINING OPTIONS AND A REIMAGINED CASINO CELEBRATE IN PARADISE the fireworks are on us MeetingsAtAtlantis.com 2023 AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE VISIT DALLAS 15-Time Winner W hen you think of Dallas as an event location, you no doubt think big city excitement, big time entertainment and luxe accommodations. All with a larger-than-life, “y’all are welcome” spirit. But what you may not have considered is that this city is among the nation’s leaders in sustainability practices. In 2020, the City of Dallas passed a Comprehensive Envi- ronmental and Climate Action Plan which charts a path toward achieving ambitious targets across eight sustainability catego- ries: Air Quality, Buildings, Ecosystems, Energy, Food Access, Transportation, Water Resources and Zero Waste. A SHINING GREEN STAR This isn’t the city’s first sustainability rodeo. Turns out Dal- las was one of the first cities in the country to pass compre- hensive green building standards for both new residential and commercial construction. At the same time, DFW Airport has quietly become the largest carbon-neutral airport in the world and is the first airport to receive a 4+ level in the Airports Coun- cil International Carbon Accreditation program. LESS MESS IN TEXAS With one of the largest highway systems in America and two international airports, air quality is a major priority for Dallas for residents and visitors alike. Dallas is taking steps to ensure the view of their gorgeous skyline is crystal clear with the Dallas Community Air Management Program (D-CAMP) — a collabora- tion between community, government, and academia to collect neighborhood air quality data using advanced, low-cost sensor technology. Sensors will be placed throughout Dallas to measure levels of air pollutants where residents live, work and play, col- lecting data to inform future development and building initiatives. What’s more, Dallas has committed to becoming a zero- waste community and has made incredible strides to this end, focusing on reducing organic and paper waste and landfill diversion strategies. A CONVENTION CENTER TAKING SUSTAINABILITY TO THE NEXT LEVEL. Of course, Dallas has always been about what’s next, embracing the future with audacity and a bold vision. Nowhere will this be more on display than in the renovated, expanded and modernized Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center – coming in 2028. A complete re-envisioning of the center will include 800,000 square feet of exhibit space, 430,000 square feet of breakout space, and a walkable entertainment district with new retail, hotels and restaurants. Equally as impressive as what the building will have more of is what it will use and produce less of. Namely, sustainable energy practices that consume less energy, sustainable waste practices that result in less organic, paper and landfill-directed waste, and sustainable food and beverage policies. Brad Kent, Senior Vice President and Chief Sales Officer for Visit Dallas said, “We’re going to have a building that’s much more efficient and uses a lot less energy. The current plans have many more green spaces, even on top of the buildings themselves.” Everything may be bigger in Texas, but as Dallas looks to the future, less is more. C&IT 32 November 2023 | Corporate & Incentive Travel | TheMeetingMagazines.com CONTACT Visit Dallas sales@visitdallas.com | 214-571-1000 | visitdallas.com MEET YOUR ATTENDEES AND YOUR SUSTAINABILITY GOALS IN DALLAS.This news is too exciting not to share: In 2028, Dallas will unveil a new convention center and entertainment experience. Get an early look at ConventionCenter.VisitDallas.com Kimpton Pittman Hotel, Deep Ellum Start planning your meeting or event at VisitDallas.com If you’re looking for something fun to do in between your meeting or event, Dallas boasts twenty entertainment districts with walkable access to live music, boutiques, art and, of course, amazing food.2023 AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE VISIT DENVER 28-Time Winner CITY-WIDE FACTS AND FEATURES Total Guest Rooms: 13,000 downtown, 58,000 metro-wide Total Square Feet of Meeting Space: 265,000 sq. ft. (100K meeting rooms, 50K ballrooms, 35K ballrooms, and 80K Bluebird ballrooms) S ay hello to mile-high meeting paradise at the newly expanded Colorado Convention Center. It all starts with Colorado’s newest and largest ballroom, the Bluebird Ballroom. How do you describe it? Endless configurations, 19 different divisions, and zero columns. This 80,000 sf space is built to create your vision, whether you’re planning a large session or need smaller meeting areas. If you’re looking for Rocky Mountain and skyline views, or just more networking space, check out the new rooftop terrace. Your attendees can soak in Colorado’s 300 days of sunshine on the 20,000 sf open- air terrace. Complete with fire pits and plenty of selfie spots, it’s perfect for networking and enjoying 150 miles of scenic mountain and skyline views. Don’t worry, that’s not the only place to soak in the sights. Sit back, relax, and network away in the 35,000 sf pre-function space. It’s a destination in itself — just take a look out of the floor-to-ceiling windows for panoramic views of the Rocky Mountains and the Denver skyline. And we didn’t even mention the seating areas, which are thoughtfully designed throughout the space to create magic between meetings. Of course, your attendees will probably spend most of their time in a meeting, and we made sure they’ll be comfortable thanks to our state- of-the-art HVAC system. This brand new system will keep attendees comfortable no matter the time of year, ensuring the temperature throughout the Colorado Convention Center is in the Goldilocks zone: juuuuuust right. Now, you’ve heard about the convention center, but how about The Mile High city? It’s never been easier to get here thanks to Denver International Airport and the nation’s second largest domestic network. The city is perfectly located in the middle of the country, making it a breeze to fly into no matter where your attendees are from. Take the A-Line directly from the airport to downtown and explore all of the city’s dining, entertainment and cultural offerings. Denver’s dining scene is reaching new heights, now featur- ing 26 restaurants recognized by the MICHELIN Guide — three of which received One MICHELIN Star, with many others rec- ognized for their high-quality food, value and commitment to sustainable practices. Looking for even more? Denver is home to endless out- door adventure, national-champion sports teams, and exciting attractions like the immersive art installation, Meow Wolf: Con- vergence Station (one of only four nationwide). In short, Denver is the perfect place for your next meeting. C&IT 34 November 2023 | Corporate & Incentive Travel | TheMeetingMagazines.com JASON LUSK, Associate Vice President, Sales VISIT DENVER The Convention & Visitor’s Bureau 1555 California St., Suite 300 Denver, CO 80202-4262 303-892-1112 jlusk@visitdenver.com cccexpansion.com2023 AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE VISIT JACKSONVILLE 18-Time Winner CITY-WIDE FACTS AND FEATURES Total Guest Rooms: 18,000 Total Hotels/Resorts: 200 Total Square Feet of Meeting Space: Varies by location I f you had to sum up Jacksonville in a nutshell, it would be a boiled peanut: a secret recipe, an unexpected delight, a reason to pause instead of passing through. Yes, we have 22 miles of beaches, year-round sunshine, world- class museums and all the extras you’d expect from a city our size, but Jacksonville offers a different take on the basics. We’re a little bit country, and a whole lot of (Southern) rock n’ roll. Where meetings come with less boredom and more surfboards. From meeting spaces overlooking white-sand beaches to conference hotels nestled between skyscrapers with the back- drop of the majestic St. Johns River, you won’t find a better combination of Florida warmth than right here in Jacksonville. Perfectly positioned along the Atlantic Coast in Northeast Florida, Jacksonville is the ideal destination with year-round sunshine and delightful weather, the largest urban park sys- tem in the nation and a nationally recognized art scene. Jack- sonville is the most affordable meeting city in the state of Florida and can often accommodate tight schedules and bud- gets. This is a place to gather, get business done, boost morale with exciting things to do and get a return on experience well worth the investment. At Visit Jacksonville, we make it our business to accommodate yours as our experienced Services Team works with more than 400 groups annually to plan, promote and execute their meetings, conventions and events in our exciting city. From the historic Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center to the Sports Complex, Jacksonville has the perfect spot for your group of 10 or 10,000. Home to more than 200 hotels and resorts, with nearly 18,000 rooms, Jacksonville truly is the total package. Throw a dart on a map of Florida, and you’ll likely land on a pretty beach, a theme park, a golf course, or a crystal-blue pool. But if you’re open to something a little different, you’ll find a slice of Florida that locals love. Don’t worry, you’re not flipping out. You’ve just never been to Jacksonville — The Flip Side of Florida. C&IT 36 November 2023 | Corporate & Incentive Travel | TheMeetingMagazines.com BOB DOERING Senior National Accounts Manager Visit Jacksonville 100 North Laura St., Suite 120, Jacksonville, FL 32202 904-798-9123 bdoering@visitjacksonville.com visitjacksonville.com/meetingsWith a vibrant Downtown core to 22 miles of beaches, we’re up for business and down for fun. So pack your flip-flops and start sun-screening your calls because there’s no shortage of affordable and exciting options for your next meeting in Jax, the Flip Side of Florida. BET YOUR JAX YOU NEED TO MEET HERE Learn more at VisitJacksonville.com/meetings2023 AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE MARINA DEL REY TOURISM BOARD Six-Time Winner EXPLORE L.A.’S PREMIER COASTAL DESTINATION FOR YOUR NEXT MEETING. L ocated just four miles from LAX, Marina del Rey is L.A.’s premier coastal destination for business meetings, corporate events, and group get-togethers. Waterfront hotels, abundant dockside dining, modern event spaces, and plenty of outdoor recreation create an unrivaled backdrop for events that seamlessly merge productivity and play. MEETING SPACE From scenic dockside restaurants and event-ready luxury yachts to breathtaking hotel ballrooms and breezy poolside patios and harbor front promenades, Marina del Rey offers more than 100,000 square feet of unique indoor and out- door meeting space. MODERN RESORT-STYLE HOTELS Whether you’re gathering top executives for a high-level board meeting or your newest hires for a team building work- shop, Marina del Rey’s seven waterfront hotels come in a range of price points, so it’s easy to find the perfect setting to suit your meeting objectives and budget. MEETING PLANNER INCENTIVES The Marina del Rey Tourism Board offers generous group booking incentives. Meeting planners can lock in savings of up to $2,000 (in the form of a credit to the group hotel master account) on qualified bookings, based on the total number of contracted room nights. FUN TEAMBUILDING ACTIVITIES Marina del Rey offers an array of meeting-friendly, team- building recreational options like group sailing, paddle board yoga, kayaking, boating, and biking along a 22-mile paved trail along the waterfront. C&IT 38 November 2023 | Corporate & Incentive Travel | TheMeetingMagazines.com JANET ZALDUA CEO Marina del Rey Tourism Board 4640 Admiralty Way, Suite 430 Marina del Rey, CA 90292 Phone: 310-306-9900 Groups@VisitMDR.com VisitMDR.com CITY-WIDE FACTS AND FEATURES Total Guest Rooms: 1,373 Total Hotels/Resorts: 7 hotels Total Square Feet of Meeting Space: 100,000 square feet of unique indoor and outdoor meeting space. With seven waterfront hotels, abundant dockside dining, and reception- ready yachts that are perfect for networking events, plus 100,000+ sq ft of unique indoor and outdoor event space, Marina del Rey strikes the perfect balance between L.A.’s chic sophistication and Southern California’s laid-back coastal style – all just four miles north of LAX. groups@visitmdr.com I VisitMDR.comNext >