If you are planning a business meeting of any sort – banquet, exposition, seminar, or conference – consider holding it in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. As host city, Gatlinburg has a lot to offer. It is centrally located and easy to get to. And with executive amenities such as helicopter rides, limo transport, and penthouse suites, Gatlinburg is able to please even the most discerning of tastes.
The Facilities
Gatlinburg boasts hundreds of thousands of square feet of meeting space: from hotel conference rooms to the magnificent Gatlinburg Convention Center. There is no doubt you will be able to find the right accommodations to meet your needs. Accouterments range from state of the art audio/visual equipment, to gourmet catering. Additionally, there are experienced event planners in the area who would be happy to help you with all logistics and event preparations.
If you are planning to hold a large event consider booking the Great Hall at Gatlinburg’s Convention Center. It provides 67,000 square feet of exhibit space, 60,000 of which is free-span with a ceiling height of 30 feet. That’s room for 6,000 people and 350 booths!
The Accommodations
In addition to ample meeting space, Gatlinburg has lodgings to meet every need and every budget. Book a block of rooms in the same hotel as your event, or let your guests spread out and choose the accommodations that are right for them. Available options range from from world class resorts to simple motels and everything in between (cabins, chalets, bed and breakfasts, condos). Most of these facilities provide majestic views of the surrounding mountains and forests in addition to a variety of amenities (such as swimming pools, room service, jacuzzi tubs and even spa treatments). Whether downtown or atop the mountains your guests will all appreciate the the luxury, convenience, and splendor of lodging in the Great Smoky Mountains.
The Surroundings
Your convention is instantly transformed from boring business trip to exciting vacation simply by being convened in Gatlinburg. Once business has wrapped up for the day your guests will enjoy taking part in the fine dining, fun activities, and lively nightlife that can be found here. For example, nature lovers and fitness buffs will love hiking in the Great Smoky Mountains. Meanwhile, patrons of the arts can take time to explore Gatlinburg’s thriving arts and crafts community. Furthermore, consider taking this opportunity to invite your guests’ families along. Gatlinburg is an incredibly kid-friendly town, making it possible for spouses and children to spend the day frolicking at Wilderness At The Smokies until you and your associates can join them for dinner and a show at Dolly’s Dixie Stampede.
Be it an industry wide convention or a simple board meeting, plan your next business trip to Gatlinburg, Tennessee. From the elegant ball rooms to the ample lodging, this is the perfect place to: reward your employees, court your next big client, catch up with your colleagues, raise funds for charity, or thank your committee. Come visit us and provide your guests with all the trappings of this fantastic resort town!