DESTINATION THE WOODLANDS
Clockwise: The Woodlands Resort has 60,000 square feet of meeting space. Woodforest Bank Club overlooks the worldfamous Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion. The Westin at The Woodlands features a prime location and luxury amenities.
The Woodlands’ community spirit offers a warm welcome for groups. B Y T E R E S A K E N N E Y SEVEN YEARS AGO, I moved to The Woodlands from out of state to be closer to family. What I was hoping to find was a familial connection that had been missing ever since I moved away from Indiana, where I was born and raised. What I found, however, was so much more: An eclectic, diverse and welcoming community that I am so proud to call home. I also found a wonderful destination for meetings and events. Located less than 30 miles from Houston and George Bush Intercontinental Airport, The Woodlands is surrounded in nature yet imbued with urban culture and amenities. It also has a range of accommodations and venues to choose from. “With some of the best hotel and meeting spaces around, The Woodlands is a great location for planners and attendees alike,” says Josie Lewis, director of
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sales for Visit The Woodlands. W H E R E T O S TAY Here are some spots to consider staying at when you’re in my “new” hometown:
The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Featuring 345 rooms and 66,000 square feet
of event space, The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel is within walking distance of Market Street (an open-air retail village), The Woodlands Mall, The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, cinemas and a variety of dining destinations. The hotel has a full-service spa, fitness center and numerous on-site dining options.
The Woodlands Resort Located on Lake Harrison, The Woodlands Resort features 402 rooms, lagoon-style pools, tennis courts, restaurants, bars, a lazy river and golf course access. It also includes 60,000 square feet of meeting space, including the 13,430-square-foot Grand Ballroom.
The Westin at The Woodlands The 302-room Westin at The Woodlands offers more than 28,000 square feet of meeting space and a prime walking location near entertainment, restaurants and outdoor recreation.
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