Choctaw Casino & Resort, Durant, Okla.
With more than 7,400 slot machines, table games, a poker room, and a large non-smoking casino; six retail stores, two fitness centers, and a spa; a three-acre AQUA outdoor water park, featuring an adults-only pool with a swim-up bar, a kid-friendly pool with a splash pad and water slides, and 50 luxury poolside cabanas; and star-studded live entertainment at the 3,000-seat Grand Theater, Gilley’s, and Guy Fieri’s American Kitchen + Bar, Choctaw Casino & Resort in Durant, Okla., really raises the fun factor for guests. The AAA Four Diamond resort features more than 1,600 luxurious rooms and suites, 20 restaurants, 21 bars and lounges, 20 bowling lanes, 70 arcade games, a six-screen movie theater, and an art walk that includes works by Choctaw artists. Encompassing 2,170,788 total square feet, Choctaw Casino & Resort includes more than 100,000 square feet of meeting and convention space—making it a true entertainment and convention destination.
MeadowView Conference Resort & Convention Center, Kingsport, Tenn.
For a Tennessee retreat, MeadowView Marriott Conference Resort & Convention Center in Kingsport, Tenn., features scenic meadows and state-of-the-art meeting amenities that are sure to inspire. The resort offers onsite catering and more than 81,000 square feet of meeting and event space, including a 35,000-square-foot convention center, three amphitheaters, three ballrooms, three executive meeting rooms, and additional indoor and outdoor spaces. Cattails at MeadowView 18-hole championship golf course, designed by Denis Griffiths, is great for teambuilding. Guests also can enjoy other property amenities, including an indoor swimming pool, a fitness center, and a courtyard with a fire pit. Dining options include Meadows Restaurant, HorseCreek Lounge, and Starbucks. MeadowView Conference Resort & Convention Center’s 301 guest rooms and suites are newly renovated—some with a balcony, where guests can sit and relax among the resort’s tranquil setting.
Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort & Spa / Dollywood’s Heartsong Lodge & Resort, Pigeon Forge, Tenn.
Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort & Spa and Dollywood’s HeartSong Lodge & Spa, both in Pigeon Forge, Tenn., blend the beauty of the Smoky Mountains with luxurious amenities, indoor and outdoor meeting space, fun for the entire family, and the unmistakable influence of Dolly Parton. Both resorts feature a variety of guest rooms and suites, multiple dining options, an outdoor and indoor pool, a hot tub, fire pits, and Camp DW children’s activities, including arts and crafts, storytelling, and Imagination Library Story Hour. With purchased tickets to Dollywood theme park or Dollywood Splash Country, guests of both resorts receive exclusive park privileges, including complimentary transportation and TimeSaver passes. The full-service salon and spa at Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort & Spa is open to resort guests and other visitors. For meetings and events, the resorts offer more than 32,000 square feet of combined event space, including ballrooms, meeting rooms, welcoming porches, verandas, and unique outdoor event areas. Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort & Spa includes the farmhouse-style Song & Hearth while Dollywood’s HeartSong Lodge & Spa includes the two-story HeartSong Meeting & Event Center and the Acoustic Lobby private dining area. The Acoustic Lobby features an acoustic guitar chandelier and pieces from Parton’s wardrobe and instruments, as well as its own menu and signature cocktails for private events.
The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center, Galveston, Texas
Located in Galveston, Texas, The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center is a AAA Four Diamond gem, boasting lavish accommodations for every taste—from private villas with personal hot tubs and butler service to VIP rooms with stunning Gulf views and exclusive amenities. Business travelers will find everything they need at the 40,000-square-foot, IACC-approved conference center. This state-of-the-art facility boasts 12 meeting rooms equipped with high-tech lighting, acoustics, and audiovisual equipment, ensuring a seamless and productive experience. Savor award-winning steaks and elegant fare at The Steakhouse or transport yourself to Italy, at Grotto. Blake’s Bistro caters to casual cravings, and Cup + Cone offers coffee, sweet treats, and gelato. The resort’s private beach area, The Cove, beckons with plush lounges and luxurious cabanas. Reserve a poolside spot or cool off in the adult-only plunge pool. After a day of fun, sip on craft cocktails at the swim-up bar or relax by the fire pits as the sun sets over the Gulf. Rejuvenate body and soul at the world-class Spa San Luis, offering an extensive menu of massages, facials, and body treatments, or simply unwind in the serene setting.
JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa, San Antonio
The sprawling 600-acre JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa in San Antonio offers a luxury retreat with local charm. Boasting 1,002 newly refreshed guest rooms with views of Texas Hill country, the resort features 265,000 square feet of customizable event space, including recently refreshed meeting rooms, ballrooms, and outdoor venues. The 40,500-square-foot Grand Oaks Ballroom, the largest event space, accommodates up to 6,300 guests. Apart from meetings, attendees can enjoy TPC San Antonio, the private PGA TOUR Tournament Players Club Network featuring The Canyons course, designed by Pete Dye, and The Oaks course, designed by Greg Norman. Guests also can recharge at the resort’s 26,000-square-foot Lantana Spa, offering 30 treatment rooms, a lagoon-like pool with cabanas, a fitness center, and a movement studio. Family fun includes the nine-acre River Bluff Water Experience, with a sandy beach, lazy river, separate adult and children’s pools, two hot tubs, two body slides, and two water slides. Other activities include tennis, pickleball, basketball, hiking and biking trails, and a 100-acre bird sanctuary. The resort offers several dining options at Rivertop, Replenish Spa Bistro, High Velocity sports bar, Crooked Branch Bar, Cibolo Moon, and 18 Oaks, along with in-room dining through mobile ordering.
The Woodlands Resort, Curio Collection by Hilton, The Woodlands, Texas
At The Woodlands Resort, Curio Collection by Hilton, in The Woodlands, Texas, guests can anticipate an extraordinary stay in the newly renovated Four Diamond retreat. This award-winning resort offers superb accommodations, diverse amenities, and 350 acres of nature to explore. With 402 luxurious guest rooms and suites, The Woodlands Resort provides a retreat of comfort and elegance. For guests attending a meeting or conference, the resort boasts 75,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space, perfect for any corporate or social event. The resort offers five food and beverage outlets, two championship golf courses, 21 indoor and outdoor tennis courts, 14 pickleball courts, and the expansive Forest Oasis Waterpark with a lazy river, slides, and multiple pools. Situated in a captivating locale, The Woodlands Resort allows guests to immerse themselves in nature. Whether it’s exploring peaceful trails, golfing at the championship courses, playing tennis, relaxing in the lazy river, or experiencing the local entertainment options, the resort caters to all.
Massanutten Resort, Massanutten, Va.
Set amid Virgina’s Shenandoah Valley, Massanutten Resort in Massanutten, Va., caters to both leisure and business travelers, boasting versatile meeting spaces for groups of all sizes. With 20,418 total square feet of space at the resort, the Massanutten Conference Center provides a classic setting for conferences, with 4,050 square feet of space, which can be divided into three rooms, each with a capacity for 80 people. The resort’s ski lodge has a total of 5,090 square feet, accommodating 250 theatre style, 100 for receptions, and 60 classroom style. Need a casual space? The Chill Grill or Base Camp Umbrella Bar, with its scenic deck, provides a relaxed atmosphere for brainstorming or team lunches. Beyond meetings, Massanutten excels in creating experiences. Teams can bond over ziplining or mountain biking, unwind at the waterpark, or enjoy onsite dining. Personalized event planning ensures seamless and unforgettable gatherings.
Wintergreen Resort, Nellysford, Va.
Spanning 11,000 acres in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, Wintergreen Resort in Nellysford, Va., offers a tranquil hideaway for meetings and events. The resort offers more than 200 lodging options, including individual guest rooms, condominiums, and private resort homes. Conference features include 40,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting and event space for up to 800 guests, 18 meeting rooms with flexible configurations and state-of-the-art audiovisual equipment, and full-service catering. In addition, Wintergreen Resort offers fine and casual dining to satisfy different tastes and to suit all occasions. Attendees can enjoy a variety of resort amenities, including a full-service spa, 45 holes of championship golf, tennis, pickleball, seasonal skiing, snowboarding, and snowtubing. For planners interested in fun ways to improve camaraderie and communication among attendees, Wintergreen Resort’s team can create teambuilding activities incorporating challenges at Lake Monocan, Discovery Ridge Adventure Center, and other resort attractions.
