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Contacting the meeting experts at these convention and visitors'
centers is your first step toward creating a successful meeting.
They'll assist you every step of the way to make sure your meeting
is everything you want it to be.
· Big Bear Lake Resort Association & Visitor Information
Big Bear Lake is the Inland Empire's mountain playground. Enjoy hiking, bik-
ing, fishing and water sports in the summer and skiing and snowboarding in
the winter. Cozy up to a fireplace in a lodge or enjoy the amenities of Big Bear
Lake's resorts and conference centers.
For more information, call (800) 4-BIG-BEAR.
· Hemet Visitor & Tourism Council
The home of Southern California's newest lake, Diamond Valley Lake, Hemet
is where visitors and residents can golf, fish, and enjoy the California sun year-
round. For more information, call (888) 55-HEMET.
· Inland Empire Tourism Council
The mission of the IETC is to promote the two-county region of San
Bernardino and Riverside as a premier visitor and convention desti-
nation. IETC accomplishes this in partnership with the public sector,
the hospitality industry, recreation venues, convention and visitor bu-
reaus, as well as transportation and retail companies. Visit us at
www.visitinlandempire.com.
· Ontario Convention & Visitors Bureau
Ontario is in the center of Southern California positioned between
Los Angeles and Palm Springs. The city has over 30 name-brand ho-
tels from full-service to economy, and located just two blocks from
the convention center is the traveler-friendly LA/Ontario International
Airport (ONT), which offers 224 daily flights on most major airlines.
For relaxation and fun, Ontario offers numerous options including
golf, spas, wine tasting, unique restaurants and the ultimate shopping
experience at the Ontario Mills Mall, one of California's largest en-
tertainment and shopping venues. To contact the bureau or for more
information about the Ontario Convention Center, please visit
www.ontariocc.com or call (800) 455-5755.
See ad on page 77 and back cover
· Palm Springs Desert Resorts Convention & Visitors Authority
The Coachella Valley offers golf enthusiasts as wide a selection of places to
play as any resort area anywhere. The Palm Springs desert resorts are the per-
fect destination for any group. The Convention and Visitors Authority will as-
sist you, at no charge, in planning your next meeting. From site selection to
planning the more intricate details of your event, the Palm Springs Desert CVA
staff is here to meet your needs and help you plan your most successful meet-
ing ever. For more information, call (760) 770-9000.
· Riverside Convention & Visitors Bureau
Riverside is the California people dream about, with the tan stones of
ancient Spanish architecture warming in the California sun. Towering
mountains serve as a backdrop to palm-lined avenues and Victorian
mansions, and citrus groves fill the air with the sweet smell of orange
blossoms. Whether experiencing a stroll through the colorful antique
row, enjoying the Festival of Lights, or basking in the exciting am-
biance of the downtown village, there's always something happening
in Riverside. Visit us at www.riversidecb.com or call (888) 748-7733.
Whatever your group's size or needs, the Riverside Bureau staff is
ready to help you organize your event, down to the smallest detail.
The center is happy to assist in site selection, registration procedures,
and tours. They'll do whatever it takes to make your event a spectac-
ular success. For more information, call (951) 222-4700.
See ad on page 78
· San Bernardino Convention and Visitors Bureau
San Bernardino is centrally located within an hour's drive of sand and
snow. Here in the center of it all, you'll find affordable lodging, great
restaurants, nightlife, shopping, live theatre, a theme park, profes-
sional baseball, and golfing. San Bernardino also is home to the San
Bernardino Area Youth Sports Alliance and the Route 66 Rendezvous.
Whether you're staying the day or the weekend, San Bernardino of-
fers a host of activities for the business and leisure traveler. You'll be
glad you stopped by. For more information, call (800) 867-8366.
· Temecula Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau
The Temecula Valley, spanning an area of 27 miles, is home to the
cities of Temecula, Murrieta, Lake Elsinore and Fallbrook, with San
Diego and Los Angeles as neighboring cities. The Valley is not only
beautiful, but rich in natural resources and full of opportunity for the
business and vacationing traveler. The City of Temecula is located in
the heart of the Valley surrounded by wine fields, green pastures and
rolling hills. Affordable housing, coupled with its geographic beauty
and expansive land, make the Valley a great value for families and
businesses alike.The Temecula Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau
is a one-stop shop designed to assist convention and meeting plan-
ners with facility research and meeting preparation as well as to pro-
vide the visitor with local tourism interests.
Visit us at www.temeculacvb.com or call (888) 363-2852.
See ad on page 25
FACILITY NAME
SQ FT OF
MEETING SPACE
PARKING
MIN/MAX
# OF PEOPLE
TRUCK
ACCESS
OTHER
C O N V E N T I O N C E N T E R S
National Orange Show Events Center, San Bernardino
160,000
8000 spaces
50/4,000
N/A
909-888-6788
Ontario Convention Center
225,000
741 spaces on site
50/5,000
7 loading docks
800-455-5755
Exhibit Hall - 70,000
500 across the street
2 direct drive-in
www.ontariocc.com
Banquet Hall - 20,000
into exhibit hall
Riverside Convention Center
indoor 45,710
N/A
20/2,250
N/A
951-787-7950
outdoor 24,700
www.riversidecvb.com
San Bernardino County Fairgrounds
60,000
N/A
150/2,000
N/A
760-951-2200
wired &
wireless
internet
throughout
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