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Raleigh, N.C., recently welcomed a new hotel to its bustling Airport Meeting District—The Westin Raleigh-Durham Airport. The hotel has opened its doors to business and leisure travelers seeking a comfortable and luxurious stay near RDU International Airport. This new hotel is only a short...

At Visit Raleigh, our diverse teams hold themselves to high standards as experts in the tourism industry. We are proud to be trusted partners and advocates of the tourism industry, thus, continued learning and industry involvement are essential aspects of our roles. Credentials and involvement in

The relationship between a Greater Raleigh Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) team member and a meeting planner is one based on strong partnership, and we are incredibly lucky to work with planners and local connectors who go the extra mile on a day-to-day basis. We want to shine the spotlight on

A visit to Raleigh, N.C., is more than a trip to a blossoming Southern metropolis. With over one million residents, it’s truly the smart, savvy and welcoming locals who make our destination unique. Individuals from different backgrounds, with different beliefs and of different abilities are...

For your next meeting in the City of Oaks, work a hands-on People-First Tourism Signature Experience into your group’s plans and jump into all Raleigh, N.C., has to offer. Explore the collection of tours and activities available—this carefully curated collection of tours and hands-on...

Your group’s Raleigh, N.C., experience begins the moment they step off the plane at RDU International Airport, thus it’s important their experience at the airport is a good one! RDU’s amenities, services and more help ensure it is. The airport—with nearly 400 daily...

Your group’s Raleigh, N.C., experience begins the moment they step off the plane at RDU International Airport, thus it’s important their experience at the airport is a good one! RDU’s amenities, services and more help ensure it is. The airport, located about 15 miles from...

When deciding where your group should meet in Raleigh, N.C., the Midtown Raleigh district is always an excellent choice. The lively district is full of entertainment, easy to get around and is a tried-and-true shopper’s paradise. Four entertainment areas—North Hills, Crabtree Valley,...

RDU International Airport serves Raleigh, N.C., and the Research Triangle Region with two terminals and nonstop flights from 50+ other markets. The airport, located about 15 miles from downtown Raleigh, has more than eight million passengers travel through it annually. Recently, RDU was ranked one

Aug. 15, 2022, update! New in downtown Raleigh: Sip n' Stroll Downtown social district Launched as of Aug. 15, 2022, visitors to downtown Raleigh can drink beer, wine or cocktails as they walk through a defined area of downtown Raleigh, seven days a week from 11am-10pm! See the district...