Forget the typical perceptions of Florida; there are exciting developments and fresh perspectives on paradise everywhere you turn in the Sunshine State.
Whether groups are into sustainability, trendy urban experiences, fitness programs, artsy adventures or the hottest hotels to grace the scene, this year’s Meetings Focus Florida has it covered.
For our lead story, “The Green Scene,” Florida/Caribbean Contributing Editor Lisa Simundson checked in with a number of key players to get the scoop on some of the state’s most unique sustainability practices and greenest lodging options.
In “Neighborhood Watch,” Simundson dives straight into two of Miami’s edgiest enclaves, Wynwood Arts District and the Design District, and the section also profiles other emerging hot spots throughout the state—from F.A.T. Village Arts District in Fort Lauderdale to Seminole Heights in Tampa.
Pumping new life into the usual active team-building program, “Shape Up!” delivers the skinny on staying fit in Florida, a state that is definitely hip to the latest trends—Flo-Yo and stand-up paddleboarding included.
“State of the Arts” appeals to an attendee’s creative side with some intriguing hands-on programs, while also exploring Florida’s literary landscape, including exclusive interviews with two famous resident authors: Robin Cook and Janet Evanovich.
The 2013 edition of Meetings Focus Florida also features “The Many Sides of the Sunshine State,” examining the distinctive experiences that set each region apart, as well as “Fast Forward,” providing a snapshot of meetings business and info on the latest and greatest hotels and restaurants that are popping up throughout the state.
Be sure to check out MeetingsFocus.com—sporting a colorful new design and improved functionality—for more Florida coverage and a comprehensive listing of meeting facilities.
Here’s to seizing the day in the Sunshine State!
