The charming seaport city of Portland, Maine, should not be overlooked. Small- to mid-size meetings have much to love here. Discover more in the latest edition of Taking Off.

From the hotels and offsite venues to valuable partnerships, learn how you can host a greener event in Boston. 

From Cooperstown’s historic Otesaga Resort Hotel to the Olympic Center in Lake Placid, site of a prime solar eclipse viewing party, surprising events take place year-round at these select venues from the Empire State. 

 From center ice to centers of innovation, here are highlights of Toronto, Canada's feisty, competitive group scene.

Group success is no stranger to the city that birthed the nation. From Rocky-inspired tours to the explosion of the sports market, opportunities abound for events in Philadelphia and its surrounding areas.

Senior contributor Jeff Heilman sits down with Mike Kunda, founder of The Yo, Philly! Film Tour, to learn more about his passion for the Rocky franchise, tours and more in Philadelphia.

Beyond the big names, these specialized museums and operators in New York City expand the options for special events.

Coming off the 20th annual Visit Atlantic Airshow and a successful IMEX America, Atlantic City touts new hotels, dining concepts and other attractions that improve its infrastructure for meetings and events.

Rhode Island’s major meetings destinations, Providence and Newport, boast a wealth of historic event options stretching from colonial times to the opulent Gilded Age.