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FLORIDA’S MOST WIDE-OPEN POSSIBILITIES

As the world of meetings continues to evolve, so does Florida's most dynamic meetings destination - Tampa Bay. From enhanced cleaning protocols and contactless procedures to our award-winning, world-class airport and all-new Hybrid Meeting Grant, Tampa Bay is committed to your meeting's success.

Peace of mind included with every meeting.

The waterfront Tampa Convention Center received the GBAC Star™ accreditation. The Global Biorisk Advisory Council STAR accreditation is the cleaning industry's only outbreak prevention, response and recovery accreditation - the gold standard for prepared facilities.


More meeting spaces. More possibilities.

The Tampa Convention Center has added 18 new meeting rooms overlooking the Hillsborough River and fully renovated its breakout rooms and ballrooms. In total, the expansions span 16,000 square feet and two stories with a terrace and outdoor space.


Open-air adventures in every direction.

After a day of meeting, guests can enjoy an evening filled with fresh-air fun. The Tampa Riverwalk makes much of it easy to access along one stunning pedestrian pathway.  It connects the Tampa Convention Center to 2.6 miles of innovative outdoor dining options to fit any appetite, scenic parks and other attractions.

Tampa International Airport soars to second place in J.D. Power rankings.

After being a mainstay as one of the top five airports in J.D. Power's rankings, TPA is now ranked second in J.D. Power's 2020 North America Airport Satisfaction Study. The study evaluated TPA's performance in a number of important areas:

·      Terminal facilities

·      Airport arrival and departure

·      Baggage claim

·      Security check

·      Check-in and baggage check

·      Food, beverage and retail


In addition to earning this prestigious new ranking, TPA just added 50 new places to eat and shop, an upgraded car rental hub and a larger central terminal.

Smart preparations from arrival to departure.

The airport is also introducing a wide-ranging new program called TPA Ready.  Designed to help combat the spread of COVID-19, TPA Ready helps safeguard travelers nearly everywhere they walk, sit, dine and more during their time at the award-winning airport.

Program highlights include plastic barriers to separate employees and travelers in select areas, such as service counters; social-distancing-conscious seating arrangements; detailed cleanings; reminder signage; and mandatory face coverings for every TPA associate.

J.W. Marriott

An array of new ways to stay.

There's a hotel option for every attendee with the five-star JW Marriott Tampa Water Street opening in November as well as new offerings from Hyatt and Hilton. That means more than 1,500 new hotel rooms, 1,000 more renovated rooms and a variety of new meeting spaces for your next meeting.


J.W. Marriott Atrium

Searching for a unique boutique hotel? Look no further than the new Hotel Haya that's minutes from downtown Tampa Bay's Convention District. With midcentury Cuban flair, Hotel Haya features wraparound balconies, stunning artwork and innovative menus, all in historic Ybor City.

Stay connected with the new Hybrid Technology Grant.

Introducing a convenient way to offset unanticipated hybrid technology expenses. The Hybrid Meeting Grant - with a maximum of $15,000 per event - helps keep attendees connected and minimize hybrid technology costs.

To help promote your meeting, Visit Tampa Bay and event organizers will develop a customized sponsorship marketing package that includes mutually agreed upon items.  A few options include a custom landing page on VisitTampaBay.com, exclusive partner offers, sponsorship items and additional perks.

Grants will be awarded based on estimated economic impact, anticipated attendance figures and other factors.


Explore more now.

For details on the Hybrid Technology Grant:

Go to VisitTampaBay.com/hybrid-meetings

Contact:
Adam DePiro

Vice President of Convention Sales

P: (813) 342-4061

ADePiro@VisitTampaBay.com

Explore more of Florida's most dynamic meeting destination.

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