Accesibility and Accomodations

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Q: Is the venue accessible for individuals with disabilities?

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A: Yes, the Broward County Convention Center prioritizes accessibility for all attendees. The venue offers the following features:

• Accessible Parking: Designated accessible parking spaces are available.

• Sidewalk Ramps: Ramps are provided for easy access throughout the venue.

• ADA-Compliant Restrooms: Restrooms are ADA-compliant, ensuring accessibility for everyone.

• Elevators: ADA-compliant elevators are available for vertical transportation.

• Automatic Entrance Doors: Entrance doors are equipped with automatic ADA functionality for ease of access.

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Q: Are wheelchairs available at the event?

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A: Complimentary wheelchairs can be obtained at the Central Security Office upon presentation of a valid driver’s license. Please note that a limited number of wheelchairs are available. For further assistance, please contact Guest Services at 954.765.5900

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Q: Is the event hotel accessible for individuals with disabilities?

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A: Yes, the hotel is completely accessible offering some of the following features:​

• Accessible concierge desk

• Accessible exercise facility

• Accessible guest rooms with mobility features with entry or passage doors that provide 32” of clear width

• Accessible hotel restaurant

• Accessible parking

• Accessible parking spaces for cars in the self-parking facility

• Accessible public entrance

• Accessible registration desk

• Accessible swimming pool

• Assistive listening devices for meetings upon request

• Closed captioning on televisions or closed captioning decoders

• Public Areas/Facilities accessible for physically challenged

• Service Animals Welcome

• Swimming pool hoist for pool access

• TTY for guest use

• Van-accessible parking in the self-parking facility

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Q: What other accommodations are provided for attendees with disabilities?

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A: Beachside Book Fest is committed to making our event as accessible and inclusive as possible. If you are in need or event specific accommodations, we ask that you please fill out the following FORM: https://forms.gle/fUUqsifz2i5sYbm5A

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