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convention center showcase Myrtle Beach Convention Center south carolina a seven-course extravaganza of food and fun. RECREATION Nearby nightlife or entertainment options are never hard to find in Myrtle Beach—and they’re all within walking distance of the convention center. Within a mile of the center are 350 acres filled with specialty shopping, great dining, attractions, sizzling nightlife, and top-notch hotels. The Myrtle Beach Convention Center is just minutes away from everything meeting attendees could desire when taking a break from meetings. In the spring of 2008, Myrtle Beach will celebrate the grand opening of the Hard Rock Park located just minutes away from the convention center. The 140acre park boasts over 40 attractions including amusement rides, restaurants, and specialty shops. A multi-purpose amphitheater located inside the park will be available for hosting events. There is even a baseball stadium; BB&T Coastal Field, home of the Myrtle Beach Pelicans, part of the Atlanta Braves system; and a great night out for any convention for group to enjoy. Great accessibility by air and interstates ensures guests arrive ready to enjoy all this great destination offers. GETTING THERE The Myrtle Beach Convention Center is located only three miles from the Myrtle Beach International Airport, which is served by US Airways, ASA/Delta/Comair, Continental, Northwest, Spirit, Myrtle Beach Direct, and United Express. The city offers great accessibility by interstate highways as well. Great accessibility, from just about anywhere ensures, guests arrive ready to enjoy all Myrtle Beach—and the Myrtle Beach Convention Center—has to offer. CONTACT Brian Monroe Director of Sales & Marketing (800) 537-1690; (843) 918-1225 Fax: (843) 918-1243 E-mail: Brian.Monroe@mb-cc.com www.myrtlebeachconvention center.com SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION Meeting space, dining, recreation, and a brand-new convention hotel make this center the complete convention package. STAT CHECK MYRTLE BEACH CONVENTION CENTER Total Exhibit Space: 250,000 sf Largest Ballroom: 17,000 sf Meeting Rooms: 17 Largest Banquet: 8,000 Parking Spaces: On site 1,400 CONVENTION CENTER The Myrtle Beach Convention Center boasts 250,000 square feet of flexible meeting space. The 100,800-square-foot, columnfree exhibit hall is divisible into three sections. Hall C features telescopic seating for 2,500-plus and is ideal for general sessions and large assemblies. Thirty-fivefoot ceilings in the exhibit hall can accommodate most any exhibit or production company’s needs. Eleven dedicated docks and drive-in access to each hall assures events move in and out on time and on budget. The 17,000-square-foot ballroom features advantages of both design and functionality. Elegant banquets for 1,000 or more are no problem. Whatever the agenda, the ballroom’s flexibility and beauty breaks the old rules of how convention center ballrooms should be. Additionally, there are 17 functional meeting rooms for breakout sessions for up to 200 people theater style. The lush 30,000-square-foot Events Plaza landscape is a unique space great for receptions, oyster roasts, barbecues, and other outdoor activities. Convention Center security monitors and staff keep the facility safe 24 hours a day. Event security staffing is provided by an exclusive agency. Beyond finding a spacious and conveniently located convention facility, today’s planner must ensure that prospective facilities meet the needs of modern meeting-goers. The Myrtle Beach Convention Center has that covered; it is state-of-the-art. The Myrtle Beach Convention Center is the official Southeast site for videoconferencing needs both nationally and internationally. ACCOMMODATIONS The arrival of the Sheraton Myrtle Beach Convention Center Hotel is great news for meeting planners. Just steps away from the convention activity, attendees will enjoy the Sheraton Hotel offering 402 luxurious guest rooms. Being a member of the Starwood family, the Sheraton Myrtle Beach Convention Center Hotel welcomes Starwood Preferred Planners to experience “Break with Convention!” As a planner you will find the convention center and hotel to be one of the best choices on the Eastern Seaboard. DINING Myrtle Beach Convention Center offers a superior food experience for attendees. With an 8,000-square-foot banquet kitchen, the convention center can easily cater a gourmet meal for 5,000. The Sheraton chefs provide all the food and beverage services at the convention center. Planners won’t be disappointed with their spectacular catered presentations ranging from eye-opening breakfasts to 30 April 21, 2008 http://www.myrtlebeachconventioncenter.com

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