Planning a conference is always a challenge, especially when you’re trying to make your event unique and engaging for your attendees. Thankfully, our team of knowledgeable event planners can help! We’re sharing our top tips for how to plan a conference that helps you stand out from the crowd and gives your guests a unique experience they won’t forget.
Choose a Location with Culture & Scenery
Choosing a location is perhaps the most important decision during your planning process. By selecting a location with culture and scenery, you’re making your conference stand out as unique and attracting local interest. Schedule team building activities that take advantage of your location’s culture and scenery.
Niagara-on-the-Lake is a quaint, stunning town steeped in Ontario’s rich history, and with a variety of group activities and a plethora of natural beauty, it’s the ideal choice for an engaging, memorable conference experience.
Go Beyond Traditional Conference Venues
When trying to make your conference memorable, don’t be afraid to explore venues outside of traditional conference centres. Our hotels offer an all-in-one experience, with luxe accommodations, award-winning dining, tours, and even five-star spas. Your attendees will have everything they need at their disposal.
We have venues suitable for guests, as few as eight and as many as 400, and each offers our signature vintage styling along with modern technology to make your conference a success. Whether you’re seeking rustic charm or classic elegance, you’ll find a space to suit your needs at one of our five beautiful locations.
Incorporate Unique Networking Activities
Make your conference engaging by seizing opportunities for networking, such as local tours or even a spa retreat. By planning shared activities, you create a unique experience for your attendees and a chance for them to network effectively.
Try booking our Suds and Spirits Trolley Tour for an introduction to some of Niagara’s finest craft beers and spirits! This unique tour offers your attendees a chance to connect over a mug of local beer, sampling the local fare and building team spirit. It’s the perfect way to escape endless meetings for a few hours and get to know your team on a more personal level.
Allow Fine Dining to Elevate Your Conference Experience
Fuel your conference with delicious food that your attendees will rave about! Whether you need breakfast, lunch, dinner, or snacks, our talented culinary team will prepare a customized menu to suit your needs. We source fresh, local ingredients to bring you a delectable, farm-to-table experience every time. We’re also pleased to accommodate any allergies or dietary restrictions that you may require, so you and your guests can enjoy your meal with peace of mind.
Plan Your Most Memorable Conference Yet with Vintage Hotels
After coordinating hundreds of conferences over the years, our experienced event staff would be pleased to help you plan and customize your perfect event. Contact us today to get in touch with an event coordinator!