city files Norfolk A wealth of advantages right on the water


No matter how you look at it, Norfolk’s end- less options for groups place the city at the top of the meetings-destination list. Situated in the coastal region of Virginia, the Mid- Atlantic city is known for its scenic waterways, outdoor adventures, thriving port, cutting- edge restaurants, numerous historic sites, eclectic entertainment options, and enviable climate. Whether on land or sea, attendees will always have something to do. A majority of meeting venues lie within walking distance of Norfolk’s most popular attractions, includ- ing the city’s famed cultural centers, historic theaters, museums, and zoo. River cruises


— easily accessible from downtown Norfolk’s Town Point Park, located within walking dis-


tance of many area hotels — also double as meeting venues, providing delegates with a completely unique event experience. Norfolk offers more than 5,000 hotel rooms — many located on the waterfront


— and more than 500,000 square feet of meeting space, complete with the latest in modern audio and visual equipment. But in a city like Norfolk, it’s hard to stay inside for too long. And now more than ever it’s easy to get around the seaport with Virginia’s first light-rail system, “The Tide.” Cruise the Elizabeth River aboard the American Rover, where guests can lend a hand with the sails, explore the helms, or relax on deck, soaking in the sun. Or dine at one of the more than


80 chef-owned restaurants showcasing local fare. No matter what time of year, Norfolk has something to meet and exceed any meeting planner’s expectations.


For more information: Visit Norfolk — Donna Allen, Vice President of Sales & Marketing; 232 East Main Street, Norfolk, VA 23510; (800) 368-3097; dallen@visitnorfolktoday .com; visitnorfolktoday.com


AT A GLANCE Norfolk Convention Center • Total space: 60,000 square feet • Total ballroom space: 25,290 square feet • Total meeting rooms: 26 • Connected or adjacent to: 397 hotel rooms


Attractions • Norfolk Botanical Garden • Hampton Roads Naval Museum • Chrysler Museum Glass Studio • The MacArthur Memorial • BattleshipWisconsin • Granby Street Food Tour


Transportation • Norfolk International Airport (ORF) — just minutes from downtown Norfolk — is centrally located and offers more than 160 daily flights provided by American, American Eagle, Continental, Continental Express, Delta, Delta Connection, Southwest, United Express, US Airways, and US Airways Express.


• The new Norfolk Amtrak station offers daily services to Petersburg, Richmond, Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, New York, and north up to Boston, as well as Thruway buses between Virginia Beach, Norfolk, and Newport News.


Convene serenely With beautiful beaches, endless entertainment options, and a moderate climate year-round, there’s never a bad time to meet in Norfolk.


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