Acme

From philanthropy workshops to glow-in-the-dark yoga, planners are moving to more meaningful ways to interact.

Looking to boost attendance at your next meeting? Consider holding it at a family-friendly venue.

Increasingly, business travelers want to blend work-related travel with vacation. According to the Professional Convention Management Association’s 2015 survey, “Decision to Attend,” more than 50 percent of respondents indicated a desire to extend their stay or turn their trip into a vacation.  And nearly one-half will bring someone with them (friend, family, companion).

Give your guests some welcome “me” time by booking a your next event at a venue with a spa. “The spa very much plays into meetings,” says Dawn Olsen, spa director at Grand Traverse Resort and Spa in Acme. “People like to come and do conferences and learn more, but they also want a little time for themselves.”