visitRaleigh meetings insider

The same reasons that make Raleigh, N.C., a prime destination for meetings are why planners and attendees should consider activities before and after events. The best event planners can provide a taste of the Raleigh area's trails, shopping and renowned dining options. But extending a business...

Just a few miles outside of downtown Raleigh, N.C., The Ritz has a long and storied history. Opened in the 1970s as a disco, the music venue has evolved over the years, with long stints as a popular rock music venue and Latin nightlife hotspot. More recently, a change in ownership and a $1 million

Do you have conference clients who are looking to enhance their time together by giving back? In response to an increasing number of planners asking about such "voluntourism" opportunities, the Destination Services team at Visit Raleigh partnered with Activate Good, a Raleigh, N.C.-based

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...

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, 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