< PreviousRoberts is not alone in her praise of the excellent value, diverse offerings and air accessibility Mexico offers, and a growing number of meeting planners are discovering America’s southern neighbor as a smart alternative to domestic destinations. “Mexico is an easy sell with lots of flight options to the major tourist destinations and reasonable airfares,” sug- gests Melissa DeLeon, president and owner of MTI Events. “The large number of all-inclusive resorts keeps the compe- tition strong — not only for pricing but also for the quality of the food, rooms, service and the amenities offered.” Denise Frost, corporate travel advisor/groups & incentive travel for Central Travel, calls Mexico, “An Mexico BY DAVID SWANSON North America’s Southern Neighbor Wows Planners with its Rich Culture CP Creatives / Courtesy of Playa Hotels & Resorts M exico is an ideal destination for meeting planners and attendees alike,” says Stacy Roberts, senior vice president of operations, for Global DMC Partners. “Thanks to a national culture that is deeply rooted in warm, authentic hospitality, the travel industry naturally excels with groups from a service perspective, whether budget or luxury.” DESTINATION UPDATE The closest beachfront resort to the Los Cabos International Airport, Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos offers planners and attendees alike plenty of opportunities to rejuvinate and relax. 48 April 2024 | Corporate & Incentive Travel | TheMeetingMagazines.comaffordable destination that offers great golf and excellent food,” adding, “They’re the top two important items for our trip on behalf of Spartan Chemical Company.” Los Cabos Frost handles the arrange- ments for the company’s Spar- tan Top Ten gathering, which rewards top performers as well as brings in home office sales management for a meet- ing and awards event. In February, Spartan Chemical used Los Cabos for its 64-attendee meeting, a destination that is on a three-year rotation for the annual event. She notes the company’s owners are very familiar with Hacienda Del Mar Los Cabos, Autograph Collection from personal visits, as regular guests of the property’s restaurants, and from being members of the nearby golf course. “Los Cabos offers direct flights from at least half of our attendees’ home airports,” says Frost. “Cabo continues to remain in the rotation due to the reliable weather, challeng- ing golf, great food, unique sightseeing and nice resorts like the Hacienda del Mar with its affordable rates. The resort also allows for spectacular whale watching during the winter months — right from the beach, the restaurants and hotel room balconies.” The 270-room Hacienda del Mar is reminiscent of a sea- side village, sprawling across 11 acres overlooking the Sea of Cortez, and designed with a combination of traditional Mexican Colonial elements and Mediterranean touches. The property features about 17,300 sf of meeting and event space. Six restaurants, five bars, five swimming pools, a spa and a fitness center round out facilities. Spartan likes to gather as large a group as possible for dining. Frost says the resort’s two restaurants seated 30-plus guests each, and used family-style menus, with lim- ited selections. “But they were delicious, and right off their normal menus,” Frost adds. The week-long visit is always kicked off on Super Bowl Sunday with a barbecue-style din- ner, using an outdoor space equipped with large screen TVs and speakers provided by the AV department. “Hacienda del Mar has limited outdoor venues, so they set up around one side of the Delfines Pool, which provided a gorgeous view to kick off the week.” Frost notes that the resort’s concierge desk pro- vided excellent support during their stay, as well as prior to arrival, with spa and dinner reservations, both onsite and off. “The area offers great deep-sea fishing — for mar- lin, as well as light tackle fishing closer to the shore for mahi mahi. As a group, we do not book anything off-site other than golf, however most of the attendees go into Cabo San Lucas for tours of shopping and dining on our free night. No one had any issues and enjoyed everything they did off-site.” With 45 different meeting hotels and more than 11,000 rooms, the tip of Baja California is known for having some of the best meeting space in Mexico, and additions come online regularly. Los Cabos has a dryer climate than the country’s other coastal resort destinations, and it is home to some of Mexico’s top-rated resorts. For DeLeon, Los Cabos worked well as an incentive des- tination for American Tire Distributors (ATD), because the group is located in the U.S. West and Southwest, and flight schedules were ideal. They wanted an all-inclusive resort and looked to the Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos. “This was their first year operating this incentive and we wanted a property that knew the U.S. market and operated well for large groups,” explains DeLeon. “Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos is an excellent property that understands the American market, our timelines, dietary restrictions and can flex as the clients’ needs change. I have used this property several times and the branding opportunities and function space for group events are fabulous. They have a lagoon area where you can brand the (floating golf) balls and project the client’s logo on the buildings, so no matter what direction the attendees look they are surrounded by the client logo.” The 591-room Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos features 35,000 Courtesy of Visit Mexico The Mayan ruins in Tulum — giant monuments of stone, in the form of temples, pyramids and palaces — are quite a draw for attendees curious about this architectural wonder. TheMeetingMagazines.com | Corporate & Incentive Travel | April 2024 49YOUR NEXT MEETING JUST LANDED IN TULUM. Give your attendees the experience of paradise in this Mexican oasis. Sunny days lie ahead for meeting planners in Tulum, Mexico, thanks to the new Felipe Carrillo Puerto International Airport (TQO). In addition to the Cancún International Airport (CUN), travel to beautiful Tulum and its premier resort destinations is now even more accessible. Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya, MexicoHilton Tulum Riviera Maya All-Inclusive Resort, MexicoConrad Tulum Riviera Maya, Mexico A NATURAL BEAUTY This sparkling city located on the southeastern tip of Mexico is ready to welcome you. Creating spectacular meeting backdrops, Tulum boasts turquoise waters, white beaches, and revered seaside Mayan ruins. Crystalline cenotes, along with other attractions and excursions, like day trips to Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve, await. The Biosphere Reserve hosts intimate tours for conference goers that provide rare access to the region’s spectacular wildlife and Mayan ruins. Another highlight at the Reserve is floating down an ancient Mayan canal once used as a trading route. With your memorable Tulum backdrop in place, two Hilton hotel brands, Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya and Hilton Tulum Riviera Maya All-Inclusive Resort, welcome attendees and accommodate your meeting with style and ease. Each are a short distance from one another on the same gated property. CONRAD TULUM RIVIERA MAYA Discreetly tucked into mangrove forests alongside the coast, Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya marries Tulum’s natural ambience with regional, sophisticated influences. Behind the open-air lobby’s magnificent carved doors, reflective pools lined with palm trees flow to an infinity pool and swimmer-friendly waters. Mayan-inspired artifacts and custom natural art enhance public spaces and guest rooms, providing a true sense of place and comfort. With upscale amenities at every turn, there’s something for everyone who seeks a luxury experience, including five pools, and 11 restaurants with menus creatively presented and made with wholesome, indigenous ingredients. Each of our 241 rooms and suites comes elegantly appointed and with a private ocean or resort view, perfect for your VIPs. HILTON TULUM RIVIERA MAYA ALL-INCLUSIVE RESORT Only a short golf cart or van drive away, the Hilton Tulum Riviera Maya All-Inclusive Resort is an eco-chic oasis, brimming with amenities. One price covers everything at this all-inclusive, including accommodations, food, entertainment and activities. There are 735 rooms and suites with private balconies and oceanfront or resort views, 13 restaurants and bars, and nine pools. All are just steps away from a secluded bay that feels like a natural sanctuary and private beach. MOTTO BY HILTON TULUM Perhaps you or your attendees want to extend your stay after your meeting. Our nearby Motto by Hilton Tulum is the perfect place for a getaway if you need to unplug for a few days on your own. Where local flair is appreciated and celebrated, this unique hotel delivers authentic designs and experiences with locally curated food and beverage options, and two rooftop pools. You will find Motto by Hilton Tulum nestled in Hunab Lifestyle Center, a lively shopping and dining destination. Learn more about our hotels in Tulum at hilton.com © 2023 Hilton MEETING IN THE MANGROVES Both properties share the only dedicated event center in Tulum. This 50,000-square-foot center located at Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya includes: • Tulkal , the main ballroom with 31,000 square feet of flexible space • Tulkalito, our junior ballroom accommodates 900 attendees and can be divided or used as a prefunction space for larger events in Tulkal • Four meeting rooms, each with 581 square feet, for smaller meetings or breakout sessions • Terraza Coba , a covered terrace for starlight receptionssf of event space, including the 9,687- sf Grand Peninsula Ballroom and the Grand Theater, with seating for up to 1,078 attend- ees. With its seven restaurants, a spa and a roster of included activi- ties daily, Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos is also the closest beachfront resort to Los Cabos Inter- national Airport. “Everyone who wanted a king bed received one,” says DeLeon. “This group is primarily couples and the hotel has the ability to turn their rooms with two double beds into king beds, which greatly reduced the number of complaints on room types. The client also wanted to add tequila tasting and cigar rolling to one recep- tion — the hotel sourced and set up for us.” For the March event, ATD’s agenda primarily kept the 240-attendee group on property for five days. “We work with IVI DMC Enterprises for transportation, tours and service projects,” explains DeLeon, adding that the DMC sold tours for those who wished to explore Los Cabos. “They have offices in Cancun, Puerto Vallarta and Cabo, and their commitment to excellence matches our own. When it comes to providing 5-star service, we want to partner with both a hotel and a DMC that will provide the first-class experience that our clients expect.” Cancún For another recent incentive trip, for customers of Seed Consul- tants, a corn and soybean seed dis- tributor, DeLeon used Hyatt Ziva Cancún for a 165-person event. The client is based in the upper midwest and northeastern U.S., and Cancún offered both easy airlift and warm weather in January. “It had also been several years since the client had been to Cancún,” says DeLeon. “The Hyatt Ziva Cancún offers an adults-only tower, Turquoize, which is where the group was booked, but our guests were allowed to bring chil- dren — the resort could accommodate both requirements for this client.” Located at the punta — the corner of the Cancún pen- insula — pointing into the Caribbean Sea, the all-inclu- sive Hyatt Ziva Cancún has 547 suites featuring contemporary island decor, hand crafted furnishings and picturesque sea views. Rooms in the Tur- quoize Tower come with a concierge-butler, and DeLeon notes the attendees reveled in the personalized atten- tion and service. “The menu offerings and entertainment options for group events was excellent,” says DeLeon. “The client loved the energy, restaurants, rooms, as well as the ser- vice, and he particularly mentioned the professionalism of the site inspection when making his decision.” As with the Cabo incentive, the planner had IVI DMC handle ground arrangements, including transfers and tours. “The client liked the region’s cultural, ecological and adventure activities, and offered hosted activities to both Riviera Maya and Isla Mujeres.” Both of the Hyatt Ziva properties are part of the portfolio for Florida-based Playa Resorts, which is the owner or management company for 11 hotels in Mexico, along with all-inclusives in Jamaica and the Dominican Republic. Josh Brown, owner of the Georgia- based Josh Brown Company, says there’s “inherent value” in doing events in Mexico, but he especially likes Cancún for business events. “For large conventions or incentives there’s good air- lift, it’s centrally located for people coming in nationwide, and it’s less expensive than Cabo or Puerto Vallarta — the competition keeps the rates down,” suggests Brown. Courtesy Photo The Mayan coastline at the Hilton Cancun resort offers the perfect backdrop for dining and nightlife experiences. When it comes to providing 5-star service, we want to partner with both a hotel and a DMC that will provide the first- class experience that our clients expect. MELISSA D e LEON President & Owner MTI Events 52 April 2024 | Corporate & Incentive Travel | TheMeetingMagazines.com“When you try to put together a conven- tion in Las Vegas, you spend $350 to $400 on the room, plus $250 per per- son on F&B, and then add alcohol on top of that. At the Hilton Cancún, an All-Inclusive Resort, we paid $600 a night and got double occu- pancy. If you try to base that event in Las Vegas, you’re going to exceed that number before you even get to alcohol.” In January, Brown handled back-to-back annual conventions for two large home services franchise companies at the 715-room Hilton Cancún. The companies’ CEOs are friends, and they were able to share staging costs — the first event drew 700, the second had 500 attendees. “One paid for setup, the other for tear down, and we brought in a 15-person band from Atlanta, so they only had to pay for the travel once,” adds Brown. Except for a staff dinner off-property, all events were kept at the resort, which Brown says helped keep everyone sequestered. “Everything’s there, and it provides good camaraderie — everyone’s always running into one another at the bars and restaurants,” says Brown. By contrast, the compa- nies’ president and CEO were placed at the 173-room Waldorf Astoria Cancún, immedi- ately next door. “It gives them a bit of a break, they’re not running into their people hour in and out,” explains Brown. “You’re talk- ing about a 4-star experience next to 5-star, with a won- derful convention space in between.” Located 10 miles south of the Can- cún International Airport, the Hilton Cancún opened in 2021. It features an almost 70,000 sf convention center and includes the 18,718-sf Azul Ballroom. Twelve diverse din- ing options cover a range of international tastes, and guests have access to the Waldorf Astoria Spa next door. Brown advises planners eyeing the resort to lay out the schedule as best as possible and detail it in the contract. “Make sure you have a clear picture of what supplemental costs are, especially for outdoor events — cover all those eventualities,” he says. He also says it’s often worth the extra work to help clients reclaim the VAT tax. “The hard part is doing all the paperwork — not everyone knows how to do it. But you can spend $100,000 on AV and light- ing and staging and then get 16% of it back.” The Yucatan has a much-anticipated new airport: Tulum’s Felipe Carrillo Puerto Inter- national Airport. His- torically, travelers have accessed the fast-growing resort areas around Riv- iera Maya and Tulum via the Cancún air- port, 72 miles north. Puerto Vallarta Experiencing its own surge of visitors, Josh Brown took a small group to witness a baby turtle release at Four Seasons Punta Mita, which offers a wide range of activities. Courtesy of Josh Brown Courtesy of Visit Mexico From beautiful beaches and Sierra Madre mountains to a rich cultural experience, Puerto Vallarta is a great choice for meeting planners. TheMeetingMagazines.com | Corporate & Incentive Travel | April 2024 53Puerto Vallarta International Airport will open its new terminal in 2025, marking the first Net Zero-certified termi- nal in Latin America. The two-story, LEED-certified structure is designed to reduce energy consumption by 40%, and water con- sumption by 35%, while preserving 50% of the area’s ancient trees. The terminal is also fully accessible for those with disabilities. Other enhancements include a new VIP area, restaurant, fast-food outlets and a dining area. A new security process will increase capacity by 125% and double the checked baggage inspection points, while outdoor terraces will be a first not found at any other Mexican airport. Puerto Vallarta’s airport serves more than just the famed beach city — it’s also the gateway to several fast-growing resort areas to the north. “We chose Con- rad Punta de Mita as our host property because it is a newer hotel and offers more rooms and larger meeting space while still delivering five-star service,” explains Roberts. “Other hotels in the area are half the size in terms of the number of rooms, so the Conrad is particularly ideal for larger groups and incentives.” In considering locations, Roberts says Global DMC Part- ners was also impressed by the local community’s opportu- nities for giving back, from environmental and conservation programs, helping kids and families through educational programs, a local community center, a library and the arts. “With our strong focus on CSR and sustainability, we felt this was a bright, vibrant community that truly cares about its people and environment and one where we could truly make a difference,” Roberts adds. 54 April 2024 | Corporate & Incentive Travel | TheMeetingMagazines.com T wo Hilton resorts, Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya and Hilton Tulum Riviera Maya All-Inclusive Resort, welcome attendees and accommodate any meeting with style and ease. Each is a short distance from one another on the same gated property. Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya is renowned for its purposeful service that is refreshingly genuine. Behind the open-air lobby’s magnificent carved doors, reflec- tive pools lined with palm trees flow to an infinity pool and swimmer- friendly waters. Mayan-inspired artifacts and natu- ral art enhance public spaces and guest rooms. Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya is located on the white sand and clear waters of a bay that feels like a private beach. With 349 ocean- front rooms and suites, 11 unique culinary experiences, five pools and a luxury spa, attendees can enjoy experiences for all the senses. The Hilton Tulum Riviera Maya Resort is an eco-chic oasis, brim- ming with amenities. One price cov- ers everything at this all-inclusive , including accommodations, food, entertainment and activities. With something for everyone, 735 rooms and suites with private balconies, 13 restaurants and bars, plus nine pools, ensure that activities are exactly what attendees desire. A 50,000-sf event space for both properties welcomes gatherings of any size, day or night. There’s Tul- kal, the main ballroom with 31,000 sf of flexible space. Or Tulkalito, their junior ballroom, which accom- modates up to 900 attendees and can be divided or used as a pre- function space for larger events in Tulkal. Four meet- ing rooms, each with 581 sf, host smaller meetings or breakout ses- sions, while Ter- raza Coba caps off the evening with a covered terrace for star- light receptions. The all inclusive Hilton Tulum Riviera Maya resort is a natural sanctuary and sits directly on the white sandy beach. Courtesy Photo The Tale of Two HotelsThe event, Connection, will take place in June and is expected to draw about 175 attendees. The resort will wel- come Global DMC Partners with 54,000 sf of indoor and outdoor meeting space including the Tukipa Ballroom, one of the largest ballrooms in the region, measuring 9,900 sf and divisible into seven breakout rooms. “We make it a point to immerse ourselves in the local destination as thoroughly as possible,” says Roberts. “As the largest global network of independent DMCs, of course we wouldn’t hold a meet- ing without utilizing our local DMC partner. In Punta de Mita, the excellence extends well beyond its hotels. The destination boasts numerous attractions, from quaint surf towns to vibrant shopping and dining districts. We have planned a cultural evening at a local ranch, water activities, dine- around options and experiences at other properties such as the W Punta de Mita, with one of the arguably most Instagrammable hotspots in Mexico. This variety is immensely appealing for our diverse audience.” Roberts acknowl- edges a primary chal- lenge her group must address is perceptions surrounding safety in Mexico. “While we did feature a government representative at our 2019 event in Cancún, to highlight the nation’s efforts in this matter, it remains an ongoing question raised by our cli- ents,” says Roberts. “The majority of tourist destinations in Mexico are exceptionally safe. Local DMCs are again important as they possess valuable insights into the safety measures within each destination. Mexico is a perfect fit for our global audience, as there are no visa-related concerns and the destination offers a wide variety of activities. This ensures a unique, enjoyable and enticing experience for all attendees.” Mexico City For Tara H. Guenthner, owner and creative planner behind Hipp Inspired Experiences, the challenge was threading a very particular geographical need. Her client, Washington University School of Medicine, is conducting global research on a form of Alzheimer’s disease — they required a location for drug trials, but specifically geared for groups from Central and South America. “They tested the drug all over the world before taking it to the market. There was an event in the U.S., another in Europe; this one was for Latin Amer- ica,” explains Guenthner. Other options consid- ered included Buenos Aires, Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo and San Jose, Costa Rica. Ultimately, Mexico was chosen based on the amount of travel time — not just for the doctors and nurses from the U.S. who would administer the medicine and capture the data, but for subjects coming from Colombia, Europe, Argentina and Ireland. “We wanted a destination served by as many direct flights as possible.” Two hotels in the city were considered, and the Hilton Mexico City Reforma won out. “The hotel is a super modern facility with a wonderful meeting space, and located in an area where we felt was safe,” explains Guen- thner. “They greeted us warmly for our site visit, and the hospitality at the hotel was very good — a nice representation of the city. We could walk to dinner and feel safe at night, and the location was just 25 minutes from the airport, so we could get in and out easily.” “Don’t be intimidated by Mexico City,” adds Guenthner. “It’s colorful, the food is fabulous, the people are nice, and the tech skills were probably the best we experienced last year. Being from the U.S. and speaking only English, it was slightly intimidating, but they really bridged the gap.” C&IT TheMeetingMagazines.com | Corporate & Incentive Travel | April 2024 55 The historic Palacio de Bellas Artes offers a variety of meeting space in Mexico City; Mazamitla is known for a colder climate and cozy chalets. Photos courtesy of Visit MexicoGood airlift is always critical, the CVB reports, espe- cially for global groups. In December, Porter Airlines launched service between Miami and Toronto’s interna- tional airport. Alaska Airlines, Gol, Volaris and American all started new or added service, as did Level Airlines and Condor Airlines, which launched new service to/from Bar- celona, Spain and Condor, respectively. Kimpton Surfcomber, InterContinental Miami, Ritz- Carlton South Beach, W South Beach and Shelbourne South Beach are among the 16 hotels that recently under- went renovations. Small groups or executive boards on retreat with an interest in nature and/or sustainability will be pleased to know that Flamingo Lodge, inside Everglades National Park, opened last fall with 24 guest rooms, a res- taurant and all that the national park offers. Nearly 50 new restaurants have recently opened or will soon open in the area, including Gordon Ramsay’s Hell’s Kitchen Miami and Piegari Ristorante, the famed Buenos Aires eatery’s first North American edition. Bottom line: It doesn’t matter how many times you’ve been to Greater Miami. Every time you return, you’ll have something new to experience. And if you’ve never booked a meeting in Miami — is that possible? — get ready to be wowed! From amazing venues with remarkable beach or city views to restaurants that will give you a taste of something new, to famous shopping, nature adventures, Miami’s top attractions and diverse neighborhoods, to an eclectic night- life, beach scene and rich culture, there are many reasons to choose this coastal metropolis for meetings and events. Christopher Luksic business analyst with Lucknow- Highspire Terminals (LHT), a Harrisburg, PA-based liquid energy terminal and wholesaler, set the organization’s February leadership retreat with 29 participants at Trump International Beach Resort. “There were two significant reasons for choosing the Miami area,” he says. “First, getting the team outside of the office and into an unfamiliar location has profound effects on inspiring creativity and honest discussions. LHT is a Pennsylvania-based company, so it was also nice to treat the leadership and their spouses to a warm loca- tion by the beach so everyone could relax and enjoy the beautiful weather.” All official events of the two-day conference were held on resort property. They utilized the outdoor lawn for a welcome reception and dinner, conference room space for their meeting, and the lawn once more for their team- building activity. Luksic says his team reached out to several resorts and hotels in the Miami area. “We found that Trump Interna- tional Beach Resort’s pricing versus quality for food pack- Miami BY CHRISTINE LOOMIS A City on the Move W hat to do, where to stay, what to experience — Greater Miami is a city on the move. As such, it is a dynamic, diverse and desirable destination for meetings and events. For planners looking to keep Miami in their rotation, the Greater Miami Conventions & Visitors Bureau has the insider scoop with an extensive list of all things new in the city. DESTINATION UPDATE 56 April 2024 | Corporate & Incentive Travel | TheMeetingMagazines.comages, onsite services and overall appearance of the hotel was a perfect fit for our corporate retreat. The resort’s menu offered luxurious treats like stone crab claws, oysters, steaks and fresh seafood.” High-quality food was definitely a priority. So, Luk- sic was intentional with picking the highest-tiered food options for breakfast, lunch and snacks throughout the day, and ensuring all dietary needs were met. “One recommended addition to add-on is an omelet bar for breakfast,” he says. “The initial cost may seem high; however, it was a massive hit at our event and really added a personal touch seeing a chef hand-prepare the food.” Having more food than you anticipate needing put guests at ease and helps alleviate the stress of feeling like you might miss out on the ‘best’ item at the table. The hotel worked very closely with Luksic to ensure the best food selections and his group was absolutely blown away by the assortment of food. “This event was a leadership retreat, and as such the setup needed to be done in a way in which everyone felt comfortable sharing with ‘radical candor,’” Luksic says. “I would encourage future planners to do what I did and assign seats so that the executive leadership team is pep- pered throughout the seating areas instead of at a head table so that optimum conversations occur.” The resort’s staff was topnotch, too, which Luksic notes was of huge importance given that planning the meeting took place in an incredibly short timeframe. “Melissa and Lyzzette were rockstars to work with! I don’t believe we could have pulled off this event in three-and-a-half weeks without their complete understanding of my group’s needs. It was a miracle an event of 19 leaders and 10 spouses could be put together at the speed we were moving.” From recommending meeting and reception spaces to helping plan the necessary food and beverages, no detail was overlooked, adds Luksic. The staff helped them shorten the check-in process for their attendees by setting up a master account for all the attendees and their rooms, which meant that they didn’t need to provide a credit card at check-in. Luksic says the company directed all attendees to feel free to use all amenities available including dining, spa, gym, water activities, etc. “Spouses who attended were encouraged to schedule spa appointments, and team mem- bers were able to do so during a brief period of free time on the last day of the conference as well.” He believes planners working on corporate events shouldn’t be afraid to push the budget. He says he is grate- ful to work for an organization where he can go back to leadership after signing the banquet event order and say, “I think we need to add a few more premium items to the Photo by Ron Everdij Photo by Ron Everdij Hotel AKA Brickell in Miami’s financial district, has a ballroom with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Biscayne Bay, which has access to the shoreline with boardwalks, paths and trails. TheMeetingMagazines.com | Corporate & Incentive Travel | April 2024 57Next >