With its deep-water port and sandy beaches, Galveston’s maritime- and tourism-based economy is strongly supported by its health care,

For decades, northern Ohio has been an economic powerhouse, with major industries and businesses helping to put the region on the national stage.

San Diego’s consistent warm weather and coastal setting translate to a plethora of outdoor group options, taking advantage of 70 miles of

Wisconsin is anything but ordinary, a place where Harley-Davidsons might rumble past historic Victorians, cutting-edge contemporary museums and

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Roots pertaining to American social and cultural heritage run deep in central and western Tennessee, evident in sites and attractions tied to

Planners are known for not leaving much to chance, so successful meetings destinations have earned that status for a reason. But even in already-

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Have you ever thought of meeting at a bottling plant, electric utilities building or a train station terminal?Presumably not, but the emerging trend

Farming has been a way of life in Central Illinois for 200 years, but these days the country’s most productive farmland is growing for the

There really is no place quite like a farm for a group event. Fresh air, friendly farmers, animal encounters, tasty produce and unique experiences

In May 2013, New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced a $60 million investment in tourism for the Empire State. With an estimated 8.54 million more

As new wine regions spring up around the country, business is still booming for the nation’s predominant grape growers in California’s

"The Lou" might be known best for its iconic arch, popular zoo and acclaimed art museum (the SLAM), but planners who scratch

With a still-sluggish economy casting its shadow over the meetings landscape, staying within a limited budget can be the first priority for any

Stay up to date on the latest venue openings and property renovations in these western states: Arizona

Long before the U.S. existed, the Rio Grande wound its way through what is now the border between the U.S. and Mexico. This southern region of Texas

From the red rocks to the blue sky, Utah is a land of contrasts, and just as it has long been known as a home base for groups seeking adventure, the

From a family-owned vineyard to George Washington’s Mount Vernon, the commonwealth of Virginia offers groups a variety of teambuilding activities

It’s an economic powerhouse, one of Latin America’s most stable nations and a partner in a U.S. free trade agreement that dates to 2004.