Texas’ expansive history is preserved in its many museums, detailing the achievements of astronauts, oilmen, pioneers and war heroes. Experience its storied past by hosting an event in one of seven state treasures. Read more.

 

On the road for meetings in October? Add a little spookiness to the agenda while convening in some of America’s most-haunted big cities. Here’s our recommendations for ghost tours in Savannah, Georgia; Portland, Oregon; New Orleans; San Diego; and Chicago.

San Antonio has many unique offsite venues for meetings and events. The historic Alamo and other popular tourist attractions double as event venues, including San Antonio Botanical Garden and the Witte Museum. Read on for all the options.

As Savannah’s convention center prepares to expand, so do the up-and-coming city’s unique groups venues and experiences. Read more for a roundup of the best ways for visiting meetings delegates to experience Savannah, Georgia.

The Fargo-Moorhead region is rich with Viking heritage since the railroad brought many Nordic and German settlers to the area in the late 1800s. Their influence is palpable around the region, and with the popularity of Vikings in television and movies, it makes for some unusually fun free-time options for groups meeting in the area.

Don’t discount North Dakota for your next meeting. Bismarck is steeped in historic and noteworthy attractions, including Native American heritage sites and stops on the Lewis and Clark expedition. Find out how you can add these and more to your meeting agenda.

One of Washington's most appealing aspects is its scenic beauty, and it’s the focus of many group tours. We rounded up the nine best excursions planners can consider for after-meeting downtime, like a waterborne wine tour or a snowshoe adventure at Mount Rainier National Park.

The backdrops to some of Hollywood’s most famous movies can double as the site of your next event. From Iron Man and The Shining to Shawshank Redemption, read on for nine famous movie filming locations you can host an event at in real life.

Set in southwest Michigan, Grand Rapids’ affinity for art creatives and admirers goes back to the 1800s when the city was known as "Furniture City.” Today, varied works of art fill the city, from public spaces to museums. Learn how your group meeting in Grand Rapids can explore the scene.

Universal Orlando Resort announced plans for a new theme park, Universal’s Epic Universe, on August 1, 2019. The new addition marks the fourth theme park at Universal Orlando Resort and will nearly double its size, with tentative plans to open new hotels, restaurants, shops and an entertainment center in addition to the theme park attractions.