Event Services

Six reasons to step off the beaten track as meetings and events return

As we begin to get the pandemic under control, the common thinking is that smaller regional meetings will be the first to return. One benefit for planners is the chance to explore destinations and venues that they hadn’t considered before.

Whether it’s a beach getaway, mountain escape, or small-town retreat, small destinations have a number of benefits in synch with the new goals of social distancing and avoiding big groups:

As planners ponder ways to respond to the new normal of meetings and events, small destinations are rising to the forefront as viable options to consider.

An ideal location in Florida for when the time is right

Plan a destination that knows how to make your meeting stand out in style and elevate your event to the next level.

Round out your meeting, incentive trip or team bonding with interactive activities such as a round of championship golf, rejuvenating spa experiences and entertaining team-building tours. Opportunities for brainstorming and bonding in Sarasota include comedy classes, culinary tastings, waterway tours by paddleboard and so much more against a backdrop of unsurpassed natural beauty.

For businesses headquartered outside of Sarasota, Manatee & Charlotte Counties

Designed to introduce first-time and re-introduce infrequent conferences/meetings to Sarasota County, this program will enhance the destination experience for attendees, while still supporting the goals of the conference/meeting.

For businesses located within Sarasota, Manatee & Charlotte Counties

Designed to benefit Sarasota, Manatee and Charlotte County organizations and businesses hosting meetings and events in Sarasota County, this program focuses on the benefits of uninterrupted group collaboration and camaraderie. The Incentive is distributed in the form of a hotel room rebate, equal to $10 per room night generated. Payment will be dispensed after the event concludes and required documents are submitted to VSC.

Stay close to the Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) during your trip to Sarasota County at these area hotels.

Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) is the area's closest, most convenient airport to travel—with Downtown Sarasota and Bayfront Park just a 4-mile, 10-minute drive south, and