Museums & Attractions
- Fairbanks, Alaska, cut the ribbon in September on a new visitor center named in honor of Alaskan Morris Thompson to help bridge the diverse cultures of Interior Alaska. The Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitors Center, built through a partnership of both Alaska Native and non-native organizations, encourages visitors to explore the unique cultures of the Interior and learn more about travel opportunities in Interior Alaska. The facility is located on the banks of the Chena River in downtown Fairbanks and will house the Fairbanks CVB; Denakkanaaga, an Alaska Native Elders gathering area; the Alaska Geographic Store and cultural programs for the Tanana Chiefs Conference. Exhibit construction is currently under way and expected to be completed in May 2009. For more information, call 907.459.3880 or visit www.morristhompsoncenter.org.
Programs & Packages
- Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa on California’s Monterey Bay is offering its Complete Meeting and Wellness Package, designed for CMPs. This all-inclusive meeting package includes the basics, from room blocks to catering needs. The complete package includes all primary meeting room fees and basic audiovisual equipment, as well as culinary offerings throughout the day. The package also includes an opening night reception and a choice of a guided coastal hike the next morning or a yoga class led by certified instructors from the hotel’s Vista Blue Spa. Other offerings include VIP gift baskets, complimentary guest room upgrades as well as complimentary valet parking, Internet access and access to the spa and fitness facilities. The package is available Sunday through Thursday through March 31. The Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa features a total of 30,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting and event space. For more information, call 831.646.1700 or visit www.montereyplazahotel.com.
- The Omni San Diego Hotel is offering a new group incentive available now through June 2009. The Wish No More promotion is available for any meetings or events with 75 or more peak rooms. Planners can then select any four wishes or book 25 to 74 peak rooms and get three wishes. The wish list includes a complimentary presidential suite for groups of 75 or more rooms, 10 percent off menu pricing and a luxury box catered for 20 guests at a San Diego Padres game for groups of 75 or more rooms. For more information, call 619.231.6664 or visit www.omnihotels.com.