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Chelsea Lerud Executive Director Iowa Travel Industry Partners

We’re so glad you are considering Iowa as a host state for your next meeting or event. Iowa destinations offer many resources and amenities, including a central location, grant assistance, a variety of venue sizes, ground transportation options, off-theclock fun, gorgeous lodging, amazing local food and drink, and site selection and venue familiarization tours. Choosing Iowa for your meeting guarantees your guests will be wowed at every turn by our state and its unique experiences.

Iowa is the only state end-capped by two rivers, the Mississippi to the east and the Missouri to the west. Combine river cities such as Dubuque, the Quad Cities, Council Bluffs and Sioux City with lakefront resort towns like Clear Lake and Okoboji, and Iowa becomes a state rich in waterfront meeting possibilities.

Options stretch from smaller cities with lively downtowns and capable venues like the Amana Colonies, Mason City and Fort Dodge to larger cities with some of the state’s largest venues such as Des Moines, Cedar Rapids and Iowa City. But really, all communities in Iowa can be considered small, which means statewide you’ll find affordability, walkability, eclectic histories and interesting venues, all as our towns shirk small-town stereotypes. You’ll discover that Iowans take pride in their past and tend to preserve and transform historic buildings into unique accommodations and venues that impress through their history, elegance and world-class amenities.

You can turn an Iowa business trip into an excuse to explore, indulge or just get away. From roller coasters in Okoboji, Des Moines or Waterloo and riverboats on the Mississippi River to famed movie locations like The Field of Dreams Movie Site or the covered bridges in Madison County, exclusively Iowa venues symbolize the state’s spirit as they delight visitors. Many of these attractions double as meeting and event venues, perfect for meetings or receptions and off-site tours. And each time you return to Iowa, places to eat, shop and relax can be mixed and matched to create a brand-new experience.

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IowaTravelIndustry.org

As Iowa’s statewide tourism association, Iowa Travel Industry Partners (iTIP) supports its members with their tourism promotions. Meeting planners are encouraged to reach out to iTIP to help find the perfect Iowa destination and venue for their next event. Connections will be created with the right team of our members so your event will exceed every expectation. iTIP members are knowledgeable professionals who are ready to create the best experience for your next meeting and event in Iowa. Enjoy Midwest hospitality as you enjoy authentic Iowa experiences.

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