Beaches can be a stunning backdrop for unforgettable functions and provide a bucket-list locale for incentive programs. Fortunately for planners, whether the meeting is primarily fly-in or drive-in, there’s likely a beach that meets the need.

Indeed, the conference center stereotype is that of a devoted, “no-frills” training facility. Yet there is no reason why a full-fledged conference center can’t be coupled with robust destination appeal and recreational offerings.

Destinations can be alluring, especially during Midwestern and Northeastern winters.

From Australia to Croatia, Nashville to Napa, planners have a plethora of worldwide options when choosing a location for their incentive meeting.

Emerging destinations aren’t necessarily undiscovered places — perhaps a more fitting description would be newly discovered. Sometimes called second-tier cities, there is nothing “second” about them, except that they have less traffic, are less expensive and have less attitude than their more famous big sister cities.

A golf and spa resort can offer such a variety of activities, that there’s no need for attendees to go elsewhere.

At some corporate meetings and events, the chosen venue is a predictable affair. Now, planners are looking for memorable venues that surprise and excite.

Everything that leisure vacationers love about beach destinations holds true for meeting attendees and planners too.

Destinations of all sizes compete fiercely to offer value by building new venues while renovating and expanding existing ones.

Larger theme parks are like small cities, making them the perfect choice for corporate events.