Reflective of the end-game excitement of this year’s Super Bowl LII was the preparation and execution of the big game’s hosts: Minneapolis, Saint Paul, Bloomington and surrounds. The 10-day fete highlighted some of the region’s most intriguing off-site venues, scenery, breweries, restaurants and more.

Central Illinois is like a colorful tapestry, woven together with the threads of its unique history and strong heritage, all of which visiting groups are encouraged to explore.

As the birthplace of the skyscraper, Chicago lays claim to an architecturally renowned skyline, with icons like the Wrigley Building, John Hancock Center and Marina City, famous as the setting of a Steve McQueen chase scene in the movie The Hunter.

When it comes to history, Michigan offers up unique experiences and historic sites like no other.

From art to architecture, Madison, Wisconsin, is a hub for its cultural attractions.

The group-friendly destinations that make up the Chicago Suburbs are also family-friendly kid zones.

If the day is jam-packed with business, there are plenty of evening opportunities available for groups in South Dakota.

The main jewel of Eastern Iowa’s heritage is its people, whether they are part of the agricultural backbone in Waterloo, the creativity of Iowa City, the music and culture inspired by the Mississippi River in the Quad Cities and Dubuque, or were on the paths immigrants traveled in Cedar Rapids. Across the region, the history of its people will inspire groups.

Groups convening in Kansas will find an abundance of ways to venture out for some after-hours fun.