Meeting News - September 8, 2008 - (Page 67)

CVB Showcase ACCOMMODATIONS Boasting a top-notch Starwood golf resort, enchanting bed & breakfasts, and everything between, Charlotte’s selection of accommodations are sure to leave convention-goers wellrested. Blanketing the Charlotte area are 30,000 guest rooms, and more than 4,100 are within walking distance of the Charlotte Convention Center— including the 700-room Westin and the 400-room Hilton Center City, which bookend the facility. Three new hotels are moving into town—the Ritz-Carlton, the all-suite Hotel Sierra, and aloft, a new brand from Starwood’s W Hotel. DINING Whether entertaining colleagues, looking for a spot to unwind, or just angling to see what this Southern city has to offer, Charlotte’s got a lot—especially with new restaurants and nightlife adding to the scene. With a little help from dynamic chefs, invigorating restaurant concepts, and the addition of the culinary leader, Johnson & Wales University, Charlotte’s cuisine and restaurant scene is earning a spot on the map. Also, hot new developments such as the mixed-use EpiCentre continue to make waves, with nightlife destinations ranging from a dueling piano bar to a South Beach-inspired hotspot to an upscale bowling lounge. ATTRACTIONS Culture is king at renowned facilities such as the Mint Museums, the Levine Museum of the New South, and NC Blumenthal Performing Arts Center. Excitement brings fans to their feet at Lowe’s Motor Speedway, and the Carolina Panthers storm the field each fall. SouthPark Mall and an array of area eclectic boutiques let visitors shop in style, and relaxing is easy at the more than 40 public golf courses and a bevy of spas. GETTING THERE Home to one of the nation’s fastest growing major airports, Charlotte Douglas International, and three major expressways, Charlotte is the most accessible city between Washington D.C. and Dallas. The airport, just 20 minutes from the convention center, offers more than 600 flights daily. Amtrak trains also provide affordable transportation options. CONTACT Jeff Hewitt Senior Director of Sales Visit Charlotte (800) 722-1994; (704) 334-2282 Fax: (704) 342-3972 E-mail: jeff.hewitt@visitcharlotte.com www.charlottesgotalot.com Convention services know-how meets Southern charm CHARLOTTE CONVENTION CENTER Total Exhibit Space: 280,000 sf Largest Ballroom: 35,000 sf Meeting Rooms: 46 Largest Banquet: 6,000 Parking Spaces: Adjacent lots Look closely at Charlotte and you’ll discover a lot. A lot of adrenaline rushing at Lowe’s Motor Speedway. A lot of excitement for the NASCAR Hall of Fame. And a lot of inspiration for your next meeting. Find a lot more at 800-722-1994 or charlottesgotalot.com. SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION September 8, 2008 67 http://www.charlottesgotalot.com http://charlottesgotalot.com http://charlottesgotalot.com

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