Category - Planner's Toolbox

Want to wow your attendees, or hoping to create your most inspired meeting yet? Look no further than a few of our local Destination Management Company (DMC) partners who are ready to assist with a variety of different...

10 Late-Night Restaurants in Downtown Monterey

Tuesday, September 12, 2023 8:00 AM by Marciana Yeater

When you're in Monterey County for a meeting or conference, your days are packed to the brim often with no room to eat, so it's good to know that after the day's meetings end, you have plenty of late-night dining options...

All Proud in Monterey County

Wednesday, June 7, 2023 6:00 AM by Joe Marcy

ALL PROUD IN MONTEREY COUNTY Industry Leaders Discuss PRIDE – What It Means to Them, How They Plan to Celebrate in Monterey County and Insight on LGBTQ+ Travel. As the rainbow flag waives high above City Hall, we want to...

5 Luxury Outdoor Venues in Monterey County

Wednesday, July 6, 2022 11:00 AM by Leslie Chavez

Fresh air leads to fresh thinking. Take advantage of the area’s incredible natural beauty and enhance your next meeting or gathering by holding it at one of the area’s unique outdoor venues. 1. Alila Ventana Big Sur...

Recently, members of the LGBT Meeting Professionals Association (LGBT MPA) took the time to share memories and inspiration from their recent experiences in Monterey County. It was such an honor and a privilege to speak...

Monterey County is all in, all invested, and all insanely motivated to make your next meeting the best yet. Our Strategic Client Services team can offer a wealth of knowledge and resources when you are planning your...

After an inspiring day in meetings take a break and refuel at one of our delicious restaurants serving up fresh seafood and farm-to-table dishes. Whether you’re looking for a scenic spot to grab drinks and appetizers or...

Inspiration strikes when you least expect it. Sometimes you need to unwind before you can wind back up for your next meeting. In Monterey County unwinding is easy. Try one of these 5 ways to unwind after an inspired...

We’ve all heard the phrase, "location, location, location," but what does that mean for the success of your team and your business? In today’s world, colleagues can meet just about anywhere – but how do you plan a...

Kermit the Frog famously noted, “It’s not easy being green.” Here in Monterey County, we disagree. Strive to make your next meeting both inspiring and sustainable by considering these three easy tips without compromising...