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PROVIDENCE MARRIOTT DOWNTOWN
The New England Society of Convention
and Visitors Bureaus Annual meeting was hosted by the Providence Marriott Dowtown.
 The Providence Marriott
Downtown offers first-class accommodations that are perfectly suited to
business or leisure travel, featuring Revive®, the New Bed from Marriott and high speed Internet
access. Dining is always a pleasure,
from the Bluefin Grille to the specialty coffees at Starbucks®. And after a productive day of meetings,
there is no better way to unwind than with a dip in the city's only
indoor/outdoor connecting pool, or a refreshing workout in our state-of-the-art
Fitness Center. Discover AQUA,
Providence's premier pool side and private party experience. It is an oasis in the middle of the city that
blends water, fire and sound to create a casual and chic urban escape. Nearby,
you can take your pick from a myriad of diversions, from golf on sunny greens
to alpine skiing or sailing. Our concierge will be pleased to assist with
anything you might require to make your stay more enjoyable.
The Providence Marriott Downtown offers 11,000 square
feet of flexible function space ready to host an array of events, from large
conferences to intimate board meetings. Add innovating catering menus, stunning
décor and the unrivaled services Marriott is known for and you have all the
ingredients you need for success.
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VERMONT CONVENTION BUREAU
400 years ago French
explorer Samuel de Champlain traveled by canoe from the Richelieu River to a
body of water, 120 miles long and 12 miles wide now known as Lake Champlain,
the largest lake in the country after the great lakes. 2009 will mark a
yearlong celebration with events planned throughout the entire state.
www.celebratechamplain.org
In 1609 getting to Vermont
was a challenge, today; we are easily reached via air, rail, car or even canoe
if you choose to travel as Champlain did! Discover Vermont for your next
meeting or event and take advantage of special events to enhance your
experience. Utilize the professional services of the Vermont Convention Bureau
when planning your next meeting and we'll find the perfect location for you, www.vermontmeetings.com.
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CENTRAL MA/WORCESTER COUNTY CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAUCentral Massachusetts is the place to meet - easy
accessibility and affordability are key when planning your event. We offer state-of-the-art facilities and
provide large convention city services at a fraction of the price. Check out this meeting package offered by the newly renovated
Doubletree Hotel Boston/Westborough.
$89.00 per person - Minimum of 10 people
Package Includes:
- Room
Rental
 - Full
Continental Breakfast
- Mid-Morning
Coffee Refresh
- Buffet
Lunch
- Afternoon
Break
- Audio
Visual
- Internet
Access
- 19.5%
Taxable Administration Fee and 5% Sales Tax also included!!!
For
details about this offer contact Shawn Whiston at the Doubletree 508-616-7406 or email shawn.whiston@hilton.com.
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FAIRFIELD COUNTY CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
 Connecticut's Fairfield County, just 35 miles from Manhattan offers a very unique blend of New York City cool and New England Country charm. Hotel rates
in Fairfield County are a fraction of the cost of staying in NYC, yet
meeting attendees can take advantage of being less than an hour from the "Big
Apple". Accessible 24-7 by the commuter rail, Metro North, your meeting
attendees can easily venture into Manhattansolo or as a group. For those wanting the New England
experience, traditional Lobsterbakes, sunset cruises and Sheffield Island, home to the Sheffield Lighthouse can be incorporated
into your meeting program.
Call the Fairfield County CVB
for more information: 203-853-7770
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GREATER BOSTON CONVENTION
& VISITORS BUREAU
 Once again, the Greater Boston CVB
and American Express present Restaurant Week Boston® with more than 220 greater Boston restaurants participating.
From Sunday, March 15 through Friday, March 20
and Sunday, March 22 - Friday, March 27, 2009 diners will enjoy 3-course lunches for $20.09 and/or
dinners for $33.09 at restaurants throughout Boston, Cambridge, and beyond.
New to the Restaurant Week Menu this year is a
2-course lunch option for $15.09. Diners can enjoy an entree and then elect
either an appetizer or dessert as the second course. Many restaurants are also
including Saturday this year.
Price is per person and excludes beverage, tax and gratuity. Offer
cannot be combined with any other offer or promotion.
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GREATER HARTFORD CONVENTION
& VISITORS BUREAU
 Greater Hartford Convention & Visitors
Bureau welcomes spring with
"green" proposal and marketing initiatives that are paperless, personalized and economical. With a click of the
mouse, meeting planners review the meeting spaces, hotel bids, restaurants and
attractions, and access relevant websites and maps. E-proposals can be printed
from the client's workstation or forwarded to other members of the selection
committee. Years ago, Greater Hartford was one of the first CVBs to post its
Meeting Planners and Visitors Guides on line for the convenience of potential
clients. Today, its redesigned website, www.enjoyhartford.com, includes an
enhanced search engine, interactive maps with more than 500 points of interest,
the GHCVB's Hot Dates & Hot Rates
discounted hotel deals, and custom microsites for upcoming conventions -
including blogspace for attendees.
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GREATER SPRINGFIELD CONVENTION
& VISITORS BUREAU
 Six Flags New
England is a thrilling addition to any meeting or convention. Six Flags New
England is the premier theme/water park in the Northeast, with over 100 rides,
shows, and attractions. Nestled on the banks of the Connecticut River is the
River's Edge Picnic Grove, New England's
premier picnic destination. This beautiful venue has private pavilions where
your attendees can come together as a group for a meeting or social gathering
that includes a delicious all-you-can-eat catered meal. For a completely
different event, Hurricane Harbor Water
Park provides a tropical
paradise to host a festive dinner or cocktail party. Let Six Flags New England
make your next meeting or convention the ultimate and unique event. For more
information, contact alicia@valleyvisitor.com.
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MYSTIC COUNTY/CONNECTICUT
Planning
a board meeting for twenty or an annual conference for hundreds? Conveniently
located between New York and Boston and easily accessible by car, Amtrak, ferry, or
air, Mystic Country is one of New England's finest meeting destinations.
Travel our scenic shoreline and experience New England's maritime heritage, sample great seafood, shop
in small coastal towns, and drive picturesque byways. Inland, New England's peaceful past is preserved in village
commons, pick-your-own farms and unspoiled countryside. Located between
coastline and countryside are world-class casinos offering entertainment,
dining and shopping options, along with meeting space that is spectacular!
Special Offer from Mystic Country: Contact Janice Putnam: 860-444-2206 or jputnam@mysticcountry.com with your RFP
before April 30, 2009 and receive a complimentary reproduction glass
Deck Prism from Mystic Seaport!
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NEWPORT, RI CONVENTION
& VISITORS BUREAU
The Newport Marriott puts the finishing touches on remodeling all the meeting space which finishes up a compete renovation to the entire property. The Newport Marriott is also offering an attractive meeting package to show off the new space. link to story
Take advantage of fantastic meeting deals and rates at all of Newport's most sought-after downtown properties. link to story
The International Tennis Hall of Fame is home to the only public grass courts in the US, was the site of the first US Open, is available for private events, teambuilding through tennis and croquet, and was recently voted one of the "10 Great Places To Indulge Your Love Of Tennis." Celebrate Restaurant Week with amazing deals at some of Newport's finest establishments.
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NORTH OF BOSTON CONVENTION
& VISITORS BUREAU
Mix Business with Pleasure
Meeting planners have two IACC-Certified properties in this region.
The Sheraton Colonial Boston North Hotel and Conference Center (www.starwoodhotels.com/sheraton)
boasts 6,000 sq. ft. of meeting space among nine conference rooms for groups up
to 75 people.
The Wylie Inn & Conference Center at Endicott College
(http://www.wyliecenter.com/) has a 92-room inn, an
oceanfront dining room, 26 meeting rooms, and more than 17,500 sq. ft. of
meeting space.
 Team-build onboard a private yacht provided by Carol
Kent Yacht Charters (www.carolkent.com)
or join in a sail on the Schooner
Thomas E. Lannon (www.schooner.org).
Seacoast Events
(www.seacoastevents.net)
helps cook up creativity with its new culinary workshops, and Fitzy Snowman
Sculpting
(www.fitzysnowman.com)
guides participants in sculpting ice, snow, or sand.
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PROVIDENCE WARWICK, RI
CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
Forget about long lines, baggage
charges, and pricey tickets. Put
yourself - and your attendees - in the driver's seat by
planning your next meeting or convention in Providence/Warwick, Rhode Island.
About 25 percent of the total U.S. population lives within 300 miles of the Greater Providence
area, which is about one tank of gas or less. Providence is easily accessible from Interstate 95, with a compact,
walkable downtown that includes the Rhode
Island Convention Center Complex and more than 2,200 hotel rooms. Less than ten minutes
away, Warwick offers additional hotel, meeting and entertainment options.
Visit OneTankMeetings.com
to enter to win a $500 gas card and while you are there, check out some of the staff's favorite
road trip songs!
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Sincerely,
Patti Lloyd, President
Phone: 508-362-9351
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