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THE HILTON BOSTON BACK BAY
The New England Society of Convention and Visitors Bureaus Fall Annual meeting was hosted by The Back Bay Hilton in Boston. The newly renovated Hilton Boston Back Bay hotel offers boutique-style lodging situated just steps away from all the excitement Boston has to offer. Walk from the hotel to fashionable Newbury Street and Copley Square for fabulous shopping and dining or make the short walk to historic. Take advantage of our weekend hotel packages and get away to New England style, charm and sophistication at the Hilton Boston Back Bay. Don't forget to try the hotels new FORTY DALTON restaurant!
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GREATER BOSTON COVENTION
& VISITORS BUREAU
Recently voted "America's Favorite City" by readers of Travel and Leisure Magazine, Boston is enticing meeting planners to "Meet in America's Favorite City" with a new incentive program. Confirm a meeting in a Boston Hotel January - April 2009 and receive:
- Complimentary roundtrip subway "Charlie Card" for all attendees
- 20% discount on Amtrak
- Minimum of 3% credit to master account at participating hotels
- Discount Shopping Cards
- Additional incentives at individual hotels
For more information, please contact Maureen Buckley
at the Greater Boston CVB:
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BERKSHIRE VISITORS BUREAU
Berkshire Theatre Festival, A Christmas Carol. The redemptive power of kindness and generosity brought to life. www.berkshiretheatre.org
Stockbridge Main Street at Christmas, Stockbridge, MA Town relives the days captured by Norman Rockwell in his painting of the village during the holidays. Includes holiday home tours, caroling, and concert. www.stockbridgechamber.org/christmas.html.
Sol LeWitt Retrospective, MASS MoCA
Nearly 100 wall drawing representing 40 years of work by one of the most influential conceptual artist of our time. LeWitt is featured at the country's largest contemporary art museum and illustrate order, beauty and endless variety that can be produced by a singular idea.
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FAIRFIELD COUNTY CONVENTION
& VISITORS BUREAU
"Take a bite out of big apple prices"
 Fairfield County is located just 35 miles northeast of Manhattan and an affordable alternative to "the Big Apple". To further encourage meeting planners to consider New York's neighbor, several Fairfield County hotels are offering their meetings-based clients a complimentary daily coffee break with a minimum of 25 rooms booked. The participants of the program include the Trumbull Marriott, Stamford Marriott and Spa, Bridgeport Holiday Inn, Stamford Holiday Inn, Stamford Sheraton, the Greenwich Hyatt Regency and Hilton Hotel & Executive Conference Center. The Hilton Hotel & Executive Conference Center is also offering double rewards points and a complimentary meeting room for the meeting's opening session.
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GREATER HARTFORD CONVENTION
& VISITORS BUREAU
 The Greater Hartford CVB and Central Regional Tourism District joined forces hosting familiarization coach bus tours for Hartford frontline hotel and restaurant workers. The guided tours introduced them to Hartford's attractions, hotels and restaurants and answered questions most frequently asked by visitors. Mayor Eddie Perez welcomed passengers as they boarded for tours including a 24-hour pharmacy, late night supermarkets, and local hospitals. Post Road Stages donated buses and the Crowne Plaza Hartford-Downtown prepared on-board snacks. The positive media coverage reinforced this successful proactive initiative.
Pictured: (clockwise, from top left):
Paul Mayer, Executive Director - Central Regional Tourism District;
Scott Phelps, President - GHCVB;
Karen Sikora-Berard, GM - CrownePlaza Hartford-Downtown;
Mayor Eddie Perez and civic leader and former Council member
Mike McGarry, the Tour Guide.
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CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU OF GREATER PORTLAND
Hilton Garden Inn Freeport
Hilton Garden Inn Freeport is happy to offer meeting planners 20% off standard room rates for a block of 10 or more rooms booked and actualized between January 15th to April 30th, 2009. Offer is based on availability. To receive this offer contact Melissa Robinson 207-865-1433 X430 / Melissa.Robinson@Hilton.com.
Inn by the Sea
- 10 % Discount on A/V
- Complimentary a.m. and p.m. beverage breaks
- Complimentary guest room internet usage
- Free local, long distance and 800 calls
- 2 VIP upgrades to Spa suites based on availability
- 1 complimentary 60 minute massage for the planner based on every 10 guest rooms consumed.
Group offer begins at $169.00 per room per night. Contact Laurel Johnson 207-799-3134 / ljohnson@innbythesea.com. For more information: www.innbythesea.com.
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The Greater Merrimack Valley is a great place to do business in the winter. The hotels of the Greater Merrimack Valley are offering special rates /offers to meetings planners through March 2009. For information on these Hot Dates/Hot Rates, contact Fred at 978-459-6150 X14 / fhunter@merrimackvalley.org. When you're meetings have ended there is plenty of time to enjoy the splendor of the Greater Merrimack Valley's winter landscape. Nashoba Valley Ski Area (www.skinashoba.com), the largest ski mountain in eastern Massachusetts, offers 100% snowmaking and is open weeknight evenings. Great Brook State Park ( http://www.greatbrookski.com), offers 950 acres of undisturbed forests perfect for cross-country skiing or snowshoeing. Winter sports not your thing? Warm yourself at one of our many restaurants and bars. Visit www.merrimackvalley.orgfor more information.
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GREATER SPRINGFIELD CONVENTION
& VISITORS BUREAU
Bright Nights at Forest Park - Springfield - This 2.5 mile drive through Springfield's historic Forest Park reveals a dazzling collection of holiday light exhibits. New England's largest holiday lighting display.
November 26, 2008 - January 3, 2009
Forest Park, Route 83
Springfield, Massachusetts
413-733-3800
http://www.brightnights.org
Railroad Hobby Show - West Springfield - This is the largest railroad show in the Northeast, with more than 19,000 fans attending over the past three years. January 24 & 25, 2009 Eastern States Exposition 1305 Memorial Ave. West Springfield, MA 01089 413-737-2443 http://www.amherstrail.org/show/show.htm
The Spring Bulb Show - Smith College, Northampton - Featuring more than 2,500 flowering bulbs and spring flowers. March 7-22, 2009 The Botanic Garden of Smith College College Lane Northampton, MA 01063 (413) 585-2740 http://www.smith.edu/garden/home.html
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Mystic Country/CONNECTICUT offers Coastline, Countryside, and Endless Possibilities Year Round! www.mysticcountry.com
Meet in Mystic this Winter!
The Inn at Mystic, a stunning, 15-acre hillside resort with views of Mystic Harbor, is the perfect location for meetings, conferences and retreats with special Winter Meeting Room rates between December 1, 2008 - April 1, 2009 of $95 plus tax with full buffet breakfast and Afternoon Tea. Based on room availability and a minimum booking of 10 rooms. Contact 860-536-9604, or www.innatmystic.com.
The Hilton Mystic at the Aquarium's Winter Hot Rates! 20 overnight rooms or more earns $89.00 room rate, free meeting room, discounted F&B, Sunday through Thursday based on availability. Rates subject to change. Contact Amanda C. Silvia and mention this promotion: 860-572-2535 / asilvia@hiltonmystic.com / www.hiltonmystic.com
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NEWPORT, RI CONVENTION
& VISITORS BUREAU
The place to be this winter - Newport. Shop unique stores illuminated by sparkling lights in historic downtown or watch the snow fall as you warm up by the fire in an historic restaurant or inn. Affordable, themed getaway and meeting packages along with a busy events calendar create the perfect winter escape. Visit www.GoNewport.com for inspiration. Christmas in Newport represents the non-commercial traditions of the holiday. Experience the magic with lantern tours, musical performances, and elaborately decorated mansions. www.christmasinnewport.org
First Night Newport provides visitors and residents with a family-friendly way to celebrate the arts and welcome the New Year. www.firstnightnewport.org
With over 150 events, the Newport Winter Festival has become "New England's largest winter extravaganza" combining food, music and entertainment for all ages. www.newportevents.com/winterfest/
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NORTH OF BOSTON CONVENTION
& VISITORS BUREAU
 Enjoy the 7th Annual Salem So Sweet
Chocolate & Ice Sculpture festival February 6th - 14th. The festival kicks off with a wine and chocolate tasting and continues with a variety of events around the city. http://www.salemmainstreets.org / 978-744-0004. Relax and enjoy some inside summer fun at Coco-Coco Key Water Park at the Sheraton Ferncroft Hotel in Danvers. This indoor water park features waterslides, an adventure river, poolside cabanas, and more! For information or to schedule a special event or meeting visit http://www.sheratonferncroft.com/waterpark / 978-777-2500. The Hawthorne Hotel in historic downtown Salem is offering a winter meeting special. For information, contact the Sales and Catering Department. http://www.hawthornehotel.com / 978-825-4358
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PROVIDENCE WARWICK CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
The Providence Warwick Convention & Visitors Bureau is celebrating the holiday season with its annual Providence for the Holidays program. Our Web site, www.ProvidencefortheHolidays.com serves as a clearinghouse for area holiday events, shopping ideas, hotel getaway packages and restaurant options. Users can browse through the holiday calendar to plan their visit. Select accommodations, and settle in and relax in the comfort of one of our luxurious hotels or inns. Be sure to allow time for shopping in the city's trendy boutiques or upscale mall. And of course, leave room for dinner at any one of Providence's exceptional restaurants.
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VERMONT CONVENTION BUREAU
 Meet outside the box in a location that inspires! Recreation reigns in Vermont and our four-season destination offers all the traditional outdoor experiences you'd expect to find for the winter along with a variety of non-traditional activities to create a unique experience for your next meeting or event. Where else but Vermont would you find off road driving schools, orienteering programs, culinary competitions, snow golf, ropes courses or simply time spent relaxing fireside at one of Vermont's luxurious spas? Of course the classic outlet and boutique shopping, first-class culinary experiences and a multitude of highly rated attractions, festivals and events are available year round.
Whether you are planning a short-term meeting or are making longer-range plans, we hope you'll think outside the box for your next meeting. Meet in Vermont!
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CENTRAL MASSACHUSETTS / WORCESTER COUNTY CVB
Winter is the perfect time to plan your event in Central MA! Beautiful winter scenery attracts thousands of visitors each year. Numerous lodging specials and discounts are available, as well as a comprehensive listing of events and festivals, so please be sure to visit www.centralmass.org for more and a comprehensive guide to outstanding meeting facilities. The Best Western Hotel in Fitchburg, MA will soon  become Courtyard by Marriott and CoCo Key Water Resort! Inspired by historic Key West, CoCo Key combines the relaxation and enchantment of the Keys with the wild excitement of an indoor water park. Hotel renovations are nearly completed and the water resort is scheduled to open in mid-December. Be sure to visit http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/boscf-courtyard-fitchburg for more information and special packages. | |
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Sincerely,
Patti Lloyd, President
Phone: 508-362-9351
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