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Though recognized as the premier AAA Four Diamond hotel in West Michigan for our historic charm and world-class service, we are no stranger to executive-level business accommodations. For any size function, you can choose from 42 individually styled meeting rooms and reception areas, including one of our four luxurious ballrooms. We are also home to the AAA Four Diamond Cygnus 27, Ruth's Chris Steak House and five other dining establishments.
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For more information, visit www.amwaygrand.com.
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Indianapolis
Capital Strides
By CAROLYN BLACKBURN
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The capital of Indiana is many things, including a premier racing destination, a Midwest culinary gem, a shopping hot spot, a place brimming with arts and cultural offerings and one of the country’s most walkable cities.
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With more than 18 million visitors each year, Indianapolis ranks as one of the top 25 most-visited cities in the U.S., according to Chris Gahl, spokesperson for the Indianapolis Convention and Visitors Association (ICVA).
With that in mind, planners must realize they have plenty of options to satisfy groups in Indy.
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Taste of the Town
Indianapolis might be a sports-centric destination best known as the home the Indy 500 and the 2012 Super Bowl, but its food and beverage scene is also something to talk about.
Following is a sampling of some tasty group-friendly experiences.
- Recess (317.925.7529; www.recessindy.com)The name was inspired by Chef Greg Hardesty, who “plays” in the kitchen like he’s at recess, creating a menu that changes daily, according to the Indianapolis Convention and Visitors Association (ICVA).On the day this article was written, the menu featured monk fish, oysters and pasta, and since Hardesty makes a point of sourcing foods grown within the agriculturally rich soil of the state, Indiana-based Fischer Farms strip loin.The restaurant is only open for dinner and will accommodate private events.
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| Hotel Site Inspection – A Meetings Focus Checklist
By NOLA CONWAY
- Arrange a meeting with the hotel general manager and all hotel department heads. This is an opportunity to learn the inside story. Topics for discussion should include employee training, operational procedures and best practices in place for the handling of meetings and incentive programs. This is also an opportunity for the key hotel principles to understand your priorities.
- Set the wheels in motion to negotiate concessions that are important to you and that are to be included in the hotel contract. Face-to-face negotiations are more likely to produce successful results for both parties. If you have a client with you, this is an opportunity to demonstrate your knowledge and negotiating skills.
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