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Short Takes

Museums & Attractions

  • San Francisco’s S.S. Jeremiah O’Brien, considered the last surviving and fully functional World War II Liberty Ship, is available for lease for themed cruises around the San Francisco Bay for up to 800 passengers. The ship, located at Pier 45, is also open for moored events for up to 1,200 attendees. Interior areas can host sit-down dinners, standing receptions and dance events for 200 to 300 guests. The ship is celebrating the 65th anniversary of its launch on June 19, 1943. For more information, call 415.544.0100 or visit www.ssjeremiahobrien.org.

Programs & Packages
  • Offering its own economic stimulus package, Scottsdale’s Hotel Valley Ho and The Tower, which houses its one- and two-bedroom suites, are featuring special concessions for groups contracting and holding meetings within the 2008 calendar year. The hotel is offering one upgrade for every 10 rooms contracted, a 20 percent discount on spa services at the VH Spa, complimentary high-speed wired and wireless Internet in all guest rooms and meeting spaces, and a complimentary group hospitality cabana for the duration of the stay. The meeting room rental is waived with a food and beverage minimum. This promotion must guarantee a minimum of 10 guest rooms per night to qualify. For more information, call 480.248.2000 or visit www.hotelvalleyho.com.
  • Miraval Resort in Tucson, Ariz., is offering a new Executive Strategy Package. The resort is providing corporate groups with retreats designed to help increase productivity, performance and job satisfaction. These custom two- to five-night retreats include a variety of components designed to promote a healthy corporate organization. For more information, call 520.825.5163 or visit www.miravalresort.com.
  • Henry V Events in Portland, Ore., recently created a new division to serve the needs of meeting and event professionals. Known as Explore Portland, the new division has two primary tracks: full-service tours/excursions and destination event management. All Explore Portland services allow clients to green their experience with eco-friendly options. The company considers itself a one-stop shop, providing staging, logistics, strategic planning, creative concepting, shipping, and other services. For more information, call 503.546.6425 or visit www.henryvevents.com.