Capture the Spirit of Colorful Colorado (sponsored)

Destination Colorado partners team up to make gathering in Colorado easy.

The serenity of Colorado’s natural beauty, abundance of recreation and 300 days of annual sunshine are just a few of the many reasons meeting and event planners choose the Centennial State. Lodging properties range from Five Star, Five Diamond and full-service luxury to secluded retreat centers, ranches and camps. Whether it’s a convention center, hotel conference center or completely unique off-site venue, Colorado accommodates many sizes and types of gatherings and a wide range of budgets.

With a strong Western heritage, a pioneering ski industry and a myriad of professional sports teams, Colorado has many stories to tell. In fact, every region has its own unique tale. Each mountain has a name, each valley has a settler and each river is a playground with an eagle’s nest along the banks. These elements, plus a friendly, laid-back vibe leave attendees with lasting impressions.

An added bonus is the ease of working with communities and booking lodging, venues and suppliers through Destination Colorado, a nonprofit organization designed to provide resources and information for meeting and event planners. Among Destination Colorado’s more than 120 members, discover solutions and creative ideas for every requirement and planning challenge.

Since Destination Colorado was established in 1993, the organization’s mission has been to make the site selection and planning experience convenient and straightforward.

“By combining our member resources, we can efficiently inform and update meeting planners and incentive buyers about one of America’s most beloved and desirable destinations,” says executive director Janie McCullough. “We accomplish this through our website, major trade shows, a meeting planners guide, a simple RFP process and strategic partnerships.”

The fantastic variety of choices offered by Destination Colorado guarantees a fresh experience every time and a team of dedicated lodging properties, venues, destination management companies, destination marketing organizations, caterers, décor companies, A/V providers, photographers, team-building providers, entertainers and more that stands ready to assist.

Make sure to capture the state’s distinct spirit by infusing unique Colorado activities into your itinerary such as world-class skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, whitewater rafting, rock climbing, mountain biking, and tours that focus on food, beverages, gold mines or history. It’s even possible to book a gathering that involves both cities and mountains for the ultimate combination. As the classic retro signs at the state’s borders state, “Welcome to Colorful Colorado!” Find out more at www.destinationcolorado.com.