07/18/2025

Eight Ideas for Locally Rooted Meetings and Conventions

Create an experience that benefits both your event and its host city

Imparting a deep, detailed sense of place in meetings can enhance attendees' experiences and benefit host communities at the same time. There’s an increasing desire among travelers, meeting delegates included, for all things local: a memorable destination, experienced "like a local,” with food, drinks, and activities all locally sourced."

Best of all, going local can actually save money by reducing expenses on planning and logistics.

1. Give Them the Sense of the Place Before They Go

Getting into the community starts long before arrival. Setting the stage can help clear up common misconceptions, aid delegates planning their time in the community and build excitement and attendance for your event. 

Please select this link to read the complete article from Associations Now.