Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach | Visit Lauderdale
Meet in the tropical wonderland of Pure Florida – Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach, where one-of-a-kind accommodations, venues and teambuilding activities await. The area is home to breathtaking beaches, Florida’s second largest harbor, nationally acclaimed dining, superb golf and more. Access is easy with several airport options and close proximity to I-75.
Give your group an unparalleled experience in Greater Fort Lauderdale
Unlock the potential of your next event at the newly enhanced Broward County Convention Center. Enjoy 800,000 square feet of redesigned space, including a sprawling 350,000-square-foot exhibit hall.
Choose from over 3,000 hotel rooms within 1.5 miles of the Convention Center District, offering waterfront luxury, boutique charm, or budget-friendly options. Treat your group to awe-inspiring culinary experiences, unforgettable teambuilding activities, and more.
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The Palm Beaches are where meeting spaces share the stage with vibrant communities and breathtaking natural beauty. Beyond the insights and connections gained within the boardroom, The Palm Beaches take care of the rest with inspiring venues, unique opportunities to connect, and Between-The-Sessions experiences that set meetings apart. More than 170 hotels offer 19,000+ total rooms, and 1,000,000 square feet of meeting space allows for groups of every size.
In The Palm Beaches, community partners and local flavor seamlessly become part of the meeting experience. Plan an evening team-building event to play at the world’s largest dedicated croquet facility, schedule a group CSR program at a renowned sea turtle rehabilitation facility or treat guests to a local food tour.
Ready to lure and wow attendees like never before? Inspiring venues, golden beaches and the convenience of direct flights into FLL and an easy drive for Florida residents are just a few reasons why attendees give Greater Fort Lauderdale rave reviews.
The reimagined Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward County Convention Center is just a few miles from 3,500+ hotel rooms; a walkable downtown and FLL. The center now boasts 800,000 square feet of space, including a 350,000-square-foot exhibit hall and Water Taxi access. The expansion will be complete in 2025 and will feature stunning waterfront ballrooms, a five-acre outdoor waterfront plaza and an Omni headquarters hotel.
Meet Off the Beaten PathWhether you're looking for a world-class resort experience, charming downtown or unique island location for smaller intimate setting, you’ll find it in Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach. And your group will love our uncrowded and relaxed ambiance, yet still enjoy easy access with four nearby airports and a location right off I-75.
The highly-anticipated, 785-room Sunseeker Resort Charlotte Harbor opens October 2023 and boasts 20 food and beverage concepts, a golf club, a spa and 60,000 square feet of meeting space. The Charlotte Harbor Event & Conference Center also offers ample meeting space: 44,000 square feet and is within steps to hundreds of downtown hotel rooms. Both offer sparkling harbor views.
Now’s the time to plan your next meeting or group event at Opal Collection’s premiere assortment of luxury Florida resorts. Why procrastinate when paradise awaits?
Watch your team’s game-changing ideas come to life in the most sought-after beachfront destinations on the East Coast. Each destination features an array of signature experiences and activities with unique meeting spaces to match, both designed to help you think beyond the boardroom. Don’t forget to ask for your “Pick Your Perk” incentive at any Opal Meetings location to enhance your experience.
Ready to lure and wow attendees like never before? Inspiring venues, golden beaches and the convenience of direct flights into FLL and an easy drive for Florida residents are just a few reasons why attendees give Greater Fort Lauderdale rave reviews.
The reimagined Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward County Convention Center is just a few miles from 3,500+ hotel rooms; a walkable downtown and FLL. The center now boasts 800,000 square feet of space, including a 350,000-square-foot exhibit hall and Water Taxi access. The expansion will be complete in 2025 and will feature stunning waterfront ballrooms, a five-acre outdoor waterfront plaza and an Omni headquarters hotel.
Host your next event in St. Pete/Clearwater, the destination that will encourage your group to feel relaxed and productive. Attendees can unwind with award-winning white-sand beaches, bright sunshine and fresh seafood.
There are plenty of breathtaking outdoor spaces for your team to mingle, like the St. Pete Pier, with 26 beautiful acres surrounded by the gleaming waters of Tampa Bay.
It’s time to discover the comfort and convenience of Tampa Airport Marriott, located inside Tampa International Airport (TPA). The Tampa Airport Marriott also allows you to be centrally located both to downtown Tampa and the pristine coastline of St. Petersburg and Clearwater. Let your meeting take flight in our newly renovated event spaces, featuring over 25,000 square feet of indoor & outdoor venues that afford views of Tampa Bay and the runways at TPA.
For large meetings and events, our Hillsborough Grand Ballroom boasts 7,446 square feet. For a more unique experience, venture outdoors on the garden and pool terraces or discover 360-degree views of the city in our rooftop event space. Our variety of versatile and flexible meeting rooms can host a meeting or event of any size and setup to meet your needs.
Think Beyond the Boardroom With Opal Meetings
Discover an infinite number of reasons to plan a meeting or group event with Opal Meetings at Opal Collection’s premiere assortment of luxury Florida resorts. What will be your reason?
Greater Fort Lauderdale and Islamorada Resort in the FL Keys
Phase one of the Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward County Convention Center expansion is now complete, boasting a 350,000-square-foot exhibit hall, Water Taxi access and much more. Our unrivaled location has everything to guarantee strong meeting attendance, including:
Greater Fort Lauderdale and Islamorada Resort in the FL Keys
Phase one of the Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward County Convention Center expansion is now complete, boasting a 350,000-square-foot exhibit hall, Water Taxi access and much more. Our unrivaled location has everything to guarantee strong meeting attendance, including:
Phase one of the Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward County Convention Center expansion is now complete, boasting a 350,000-square-foot exhibit hall, Water Taxi access and much more. Our unrivaled location has everything to guarantee strong meeting attendance, including:
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Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach offers over 22,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, including our 10,632 square foot Dunes Ballroom with pre-function space, designed to host over 700 people and the area’s largest. With a total of 8 meeting rooms, divisible into 12 break-out rooms, we have the ideal space for any size meeting.
Located less than 30 minutes from two international airports, Clearwater Beach is a top destination on Florida’s stunning Gulf Coast. Our Pallavi Spa is the ideal place to rejuvenate after a day of meetings. And where else better to watch the sunset, overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, than at our signature restaurant, Ocean Hai, designed to tempt your palate with exceptional dishes that express the local flavor.
From well-appointed executive boardrooms, timeless hotel ballrooms, private outdoor rooftop terraces and spaces to the sprawling Palm Beach County Convention Center, The Palm Beaches offer a perfect fit for every meeting size and event need. Brandon Hall, CMP, and our award-winning Destination Services Team will be your right-hand in planning, and in finding the community partners who will bring innovative and engaging experiences to elevate your attendee’s experience. Imagine having an artist producing a live installation in the exhibit hall, or a local coffee roaster serving coffee & tea to order out of an outfitted VW van in the pre-function areas. It’s all within reach when you leverage our relationships and community to bring a local Palm Beaches touch to your event.
Learn more about the world-renowned hotels and meeting spaces we offer, our vibrant downtown meetings districts and the promotional offers that give you more, for free. Start planning with us today!
Meetings in The Palm Beaches have it all – a safe, innovative and inspiring experience, without the hefty price tag. In partnership with the Palm Beach County Convention Center, DTPB is offering planners the opportunity to build the perfect event according to their requirements and budget. Choose your free promotional offer when you submit a new RFP for a qualified event. Packages include technology enhancements, meeting space rental, outdoor receptions or transportation.
Our award-winning Destination Sales and Services Team will help facilitate partnerships with our talented community of industry thought leaders and world-class service providers to add interactive experiences to surprise and delight attendees. As the first in Florida to commit to a GBAC STARTM Accreditation program destination-wide, planners can feel confident that consistent health and safety protocols are strictly adhered to throughout The Palm Beaches.
Bradenton/Anna Maria Island/Longboat Key
With a spacious convention center, hotels, and other meeting spaces suitable for groups of all sizes, including unique waterfront venues, the Bradenton Area does more than suit your needs. Centrally located on Florida’s West Coast and served by Tampa International Airport and the Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport, getting to the Bradenton Area and nearby attractions is a breeze. This beautiful destination offers serene island beaches, sprawling nature preserves, incredible Gulf-fresh seafood, luxury accommodations, and so much more. When your meeting is over, your attendees will enjoy plenty of outdoor adventures and interesting activities throughout the destination, including galleries, museums, and parks. And because health and safety are as important to us as they are to you, all hotels, attractions, restaurants, venues, and businesses are following strict CDC sanitation and safety guidelines.
