CONTENTS

Vol. 33, No. 1 February 2023

Feature

GROUP TRAVEL ALL-STARS

From cagey veterans to rookies set to make their mark on the travel industry, Leisure Group Travel’s inaugural Group Travel All-Stars spotlights some of the professionals who are setting themselves apart.

Special Section

MINNESOTA GROUP TOUR GUIDE

This picturesque state is full of outdoor activities and urban attractions that will entertain any group

Destinations

SOUTH

GASTRONOMIC GAS STATION FOOD SPOTS IN MISSISSIPPI

THAT ARE SURPRISINGLY DELICIOUS • BY HEATHER DALE

The mention of good food and gas stations in the same breath is not a juxtaposition in Mississippi.

TAP INTO YOUR SPIRITUAL SIDE IN MISSISSIPPI

BY CONNOR WHITE

Religious and rock ’n’ roll destinations make beautiful music together in the Magnolia State

EAST

ACQUIRE A TASTE OF PENNSYLVANIA’S HERITAGE FROM THESE NATIVE FOODIES • BY HEATHER DALE

Dandelion salad, hearty mushroom soup and warm, soft pretzels are just a few of the delicious dishes the Keystone State can call its own

West

ACCENT TRAVEL NETWORK CONFERENCE VISITS LAS VEGAS, LAUGHLIN • BY HEATHER DALE

Discover Nevada’s best-kept secret during the Accent West Conference hosted in Laughlin, Nevada May 8-12

INTERNATIONAL

FLAVORS OF COLOMBIA • BY RANDY MINK

Savor traditional foods and beverages at Bogota’s street carts, markets, restaurants and cafes COLUMNS

BY JASON PAHA

BY MITCH BACH

2023 Circle Wisconsin Tour Planner

It’s a new year with new ideas, opportunities and optimism. Wisconsin continues to welcome groups with great anticipation and smiles. The stories and itineraries included in this year’s planner feature some new, tried-and-true and allaround FUN destinations/attractions for your next tour to Wisconsin. Travelers will enjoy the beauty of any outdoor activity on land or water. They’ll experience history, attractions and culture when exploring our urban communities. They’ll enjoy quality and diverse entertainment throughout the state. And, of course, they will savor an abundance of very scrumptious and delicious food.