The Orlando World Center Marriott Resort and Convention Center, located in Orlando, Fla., offers 2,000 rooms and a new ballroom. Measuring 105,000 square feet, the Cypress Ballroom has no pillars for unimpeded views. It holds an impressive 13,000 guests theater-style. Overall the center offers 400,000 square feet of event areas. Other amenities include a golf course, 10 restaurants and a spa and fitness center.

For more information, call 407/238-8888, or visit www.marriottworldcenter.com/cypressballroom.