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California's trademark abundance, combined with reliable sunshine and a welcoming spirit, makes the state a magnet for meetings of all types and sizes. The Golden State's variety of venues, landscapes, and experiences are a fundamental part of its appeal, and so is the culture of inclusivity and collaboration that fuels innovation and entrepreneurship. California offers a steadfast commitment to stewardship and success, and an open invitation to dream big and meet what's possible.

Coastal Connections

Wine Country Escapes

Golf Meetings

Gaming Getaways

Big City Buzz

Aquarium Adventures

Arts & Culture

Mountain Meetings

Historical Encounters

Small Town Charm

Craft Beer Tours

Adrenaline Junkies

Sports Enthusiasts

Epic Outdoor Venues

Concert Connections

Sports Commissions

Zoo-Themed Events

Unique Festivals

Corporate Retreats

Health & Wellness

Meet What’s Possible

The objective of every planner is to inspire and connect their attendees to an experience
that is truly unforgettable. Choosing a destination to achieve this mission is a critical element
to this planning process. California’s trademark abundance of breathtaking backdrops and
themed experiences makes it one of the best places on the planet to hold your next event.
Add to the mix 55 teams of destination experts who have the experience, resources and
connections to ensure your expectations are met and you have California topping the
list of the world’s preeminent meeting destination for extraordinary events.

Coastal Connections
Wine Country Escapes
Golf Meetings
Gaming Getaways
Big City Buzz
Aquarium Adventures
Arts & Culture
Mountain Meetings
Historical Encounters
Small Town Charm

Craft Beer Tours
Adrenaline Junkies
Sports Enthusiasts
Epic Outdoor Venues
Concert Connections
Sports Commissions
Zoo-Themed Events
Unique Festivals
Corporate Retreats
Health & Wellness

Wine-Themed Cities

If you’re looking to head to wine country for a fun team-building experience, an executive retreat,
or to entertain clients, California has got you covered. After all, we are America’s #1 wine producer!
There are approximately 637,000 acres planted to wine grapes, making the Golden State the fourth-
largest wine producer in the world. Not surprisingly, those endless rows of vines generate amazingly
diverse wine tasting experiences—including everything from high-end pairings in the Napa Valley
to neighborly barn tastings in Sonoma County to cave tours and winemaker chats from Mendocino
County to Temecula.

Bakersfield
Concord
Fresno County
Napa Valley
Oxnard
Paso Robles
Redding
Santa Barbara
Santa Rosa
Sonoma County
Temecula Valley

Golf Meetings

With 916 courses, the Golden State blows away every state with a whopping 20 Top 100
designs—one-fifth of Golf Digest best golf destinations list! (Tops among them, at No. 2,
is glorious Cypress Point.) With public-access U.S. Open tracks such as Pebble Beach
and Torrey Pines, plus all the history at fabled spreads like Riviera and the Olympic Club,
California has something for all golfers. Be sure to lean on our teams of destination golf
experts who have the experience, contacts and venues to ensure your corporate golf event
is everything you dreamed of and more!

Carlsbad
Coronado
Dana Point
Greater Palm Springs
Irvine
Los Angeles
Monterey
Napa Valley
Sacramento
San Diego
San Francisco
Tahoe North

San Jose
Santa Barbara
SLO CAL
Sonoma County
Stockton
Temecula Valley
Visalia

Gaming Getaways

Casino corporate events are now more popular than ever, thanks to the realization of brand
building importance by many successful companies. Most firms use these events as part of
a marketing strategy since it provides the opportunity to meet with both customers and
potential customers. Alternatively, casino corporate events can be used for team building
and brainstorming amongst all involved. Choosing to partner with a California casino for
your next event checks all the boxes; ample space, endless entertainment, insane cuisine,
pools, gyms, spas, shopping and more.

Bakersfield
Catalina Island
Concord
Fresno County
Humboldt County
Long Beach
Los Angeles
Mammoth
Marin County
Napa Valley
Tahoe North

Greater Ontario
Greater Palm Springs
Oakland
Oxnard
Pasadena
Redding
Riverside
San Diego
Stockton
Ventura
Yosemite

Big City Buzz

Go BIG or go home! If a city-wide is in your future plans, or your attendees love the buzz
and glitter of neon lights, then check out some of California’s most desireable destinations
for BIG-themed events. From skyways and highways to state-of-the-art convention centers
and futuristic airports California’s biggest cities will deliver an iconic big city buzz that will have
your attendees begging for more. From the northern lights of San Francisco, Oakland, San Jose
and Sacramento to the southern lights of L.A., Anaheim and San Diego you can’t go wrong
choosing one of these top tiered cities for your next meeting or event.

Anaheim
Bakersfield
Greater Ontario
Greater Palm Springs
Long Beach
Los Angeles
Oakland
Pasadena
San Diego
San Francisco
San Mateo County

San Jose
Santa Monica
Stockton
West Hollywood

Aquarium Adventures

For magical events ... just add water! Invite your attendees to experience the mysterious underwater
world of California’s aquariums. These destinations transform from a world-renowned attraction into
an intimate setting for unique experiences, perfect for corporate evening affairs. Awe-inspiring views,
culinary excellence and amazing animals are just a few of the elements that create a perfect meeting
environment. Our destination teams bring a creative, inspired, and sustainable philosophy to every
event, focusing on an experience as remarkable as the Aquarium itself.

Carlsbad
Long Beach
Los Angeles
Monterey
Sacramento
San Diego
San Francisco
San Jose
Santa Barbara
Santa Monica
SLO CAL

Arts & Culture

Long synonymous with all things forward-looking and creative, California is one of the world’s
foremost destinations for arts and culture. Multiple elements help make the Golden State such
a hotbed for creativity, including its unmatched diversity, a famously entrepreneurial spirit, rich
history, and a sunny climate ideal for year-round events. One thing’s for sure: No matter where
you travel within California, you can experience a unique and vibrant cultural scene. From museums,
to galleries, to performing arts centers and more California is the epi-center for arts and cultural
meetings and events.

Berkeley
Beverly Hills
Fresno County
Greater Palm Springs
Laguna Beach
Long Beach
Los Angeles
Monterey
Napa Valley
Oakland

Pasadena
Paso Robles
Riverside
Sacramento
San Diego
San Francisco
San Jose
Santa Barbara
Stockton
West Hollywood
Yosemite

Mountain Meetings

Elevate your meeting experience! More event planners are finding that meetings held
in the mountains are reaping unexpected benefits. For example, many are saying that
such meetings generate increased camaraderie among attendees, along with additional
opportunities for networking and impactful shared experiences. Fresh air and memorable
natural surroundings often lead to fresh thinking, and, as a result, exciting new ideas.
In addition, many planners say meetings in the mountains can generate a more relaxed
atmosphere, which often results in enhanced personal and working relationships when
everyone gets back to work.

Berkeley
Concord
Los Angeles
Mammoth
Napa Valley
Redding
Santa Ynez Valley
Santa Rosa
Tahoe North
Tuolumne
Yosemite

Historical Encounters

There’s something to be said about “the good old days.” The comfortable feeling one gets
when their spirit connects with the past and their future gets a sprinkle of hope and good
things to come. Nostalgia is a strong emotion and a perfect theme for any corporate event.
The biggest challenge will be choosing which one of California’s infamous historical
destinations fits your need. We’ll serve up some of our favorite appetizers (smaller hidden-
gem destinations) for your consideration, but encourage you to dig deep to discover an
endless smorgasborg of historical sites that promise to impress any attendee.

Beverly Hills
Catalina Island
Greater Palm Springs
Huntington Beach
Long Beach
Los Angeles
Mammoth
Monterey
Pasadena
Riverside
Sacramento

San Diego
San Francisco
Santa Ana
Santa Barbara
Santa Cruz
Santa Monica
Santa Rosa
Stockton
Tuolumne
West Hollywood
Yosemite

Small Town Charm

Beverly Hills
Catalina Island
Greater Palm Springs
Huntington Beach
Long Beach
Los Angeles
Mammoth
Monterey
Pasadena
Riverside
Sacramento

San Diego
San Francisco
Santa Ana
Santa Barbara
Santa Cruz
Santa Monica
Santa Rosa
Stockton
Tuolumne
West Hollywood
Yosemite

Craft Beer Culture

With more than 1,000 breweries statewide, it’s safe to say that the craft beer movement
in California is officially booming. Breweries have become sophisticated backdrops for
spectacular meetings and events. Planners seeking a fun and funky vibe for their events
can “hop” on the wagon of California incredible brew scene. From the state’s northernmost
stands of coast redwoods, south to the sun-scorched Mojave Desert, the craft beer movement
has reached every corner of the Golden State. So shake things up and connect with one of
our Craft Beer/Destination experts to explore your options and deliver an epic and sudsy
experience.

Anaheim
Bakersfield
Berkeley
Carlsbad
Catalina Island
Concord
Coronado
Fresno County
Huntington Beach
Laguna Beach
Los Angeles
Mammoth

Greater Palm Springs
Monterey
Napa Valley
Oakland
Oceanside
Pasadena
Redding
Sacramento
San Diego
San Jose
Santa Barbara
Santa Cruz

Craft Beer Tours

Santa Rosa
Santa Ynez
Stockton
Temecula
Tuolumne
Ventura
Visalia
West Hollywood

Adrenaline-infused

From Disneyland Resort classics to behind-the-scenes experiences at SeaWorld
San Diego to preschooler-friendly rides at LEGOLAND California, the Golden State’s
best-in-class theme parks deliver something for every attendee. Take a tram ride to
tour movie back lots at Universal Studios Hollywood, or ride on a beach front carousel
in Santa Cruz. Looking for a vertigo-inducing roller coaster? You can find them up
and down the state. Planners seeking to reward their attendees with thrills, chills
and extended stay opportunities with family and friends reap the benefits of
the exuberant event experience for years to come.

Anaheim
Bakersfield
Berkeley
Carlsbad
Fresno County
Irvine
Long Beach
Los Angeles
Marin County
Newport Beach
Oakland
Redding

Sacramento
San Diego
San Francisco
San Jose
Santa Clara
Santa Monica
Stockton
West Hollywood

Sports Meetings

California is home to countless legendary sporting events. From world-class football,
baseball, soccer, basketball, tennis, golf, skiing and more, California checks all the boxes!
We have the resources, services and experts that will make any planner look like a hero.
Whether you’re looking to “wow” your attendees with an epic sporting event or organizing
your own - California is one of the best destinations on the planet to execute your mission.
With more than 55 destinations to choose from and countless teams of sports experts,
we’re ready to welcome you and provide an extraordinary sports experience.

Anaheim
Bakersfield
Carlsbad
Fresno County
Greater Ontario
Greater Palm Springs
Laguna Beach
Los Angeles
Marina Del Rey
Newport Beach
Oakland
Redding

Sacramento
San Diego
San Francisco
San Jose
Santa Clara
Temecula Valley
West Hollywood

Epic Venues

California means live music inside iconic locations, around airy-outdoor amphitheaters
and of course, seated in those smaller, intimate concert venues. The Shell, Greek Theatre,
Hollywood Bowl, The Fillmore, Stern Grove Festival, Santa Barbara Bowl and Casbah are
just a few of the countless California venues that turn ordinary events into extraordinary
experiences. Download our app and connect with our network of destination experts
who have the resources and destination knowledge to make your event spectacular.

Anaheim
Bakersfield
Berkeley
Beverly Hills
Costa Mesa
Huntington Beach
Irvine
Laguna Beach
Marin County
Marina Del Rey
Monterey
Napa Valley

Greater Palm Springs
Oakland
Pasadena
Paso Robles
Riverside
Sacramento
San Diego
San Francisco
San Jose
Santa Barbara
Santa Clara
Tahoe North

Epic Outdoor Venues

Hollywood Bowl
The Shell
Greek Amphitheatre

Concert Connections

Home to everything from intimate nightclubs to amphitheaters under the stars, to indie
concert halls, California is packed with live music venues worth visiting. Whether renowned
for their long list of previous performances, their elaborate architectural designs, or their intimate
atmosphere that allows audiences to be up close and personal with the artists, these concert
venues in California offer highly memorable shows—and legendary musicians are always on
their lineups. No matter where you end up in California, catch a show at one (or all) of the state’s
undeniable entertainment venues.

Berkeley
Irvine
Los Angeles
Oakland
San Diego
San Francisco
Santa Barbara
Tahoe North
West Hollywood

Some Top Places To Consider:

Casbah
Hotel Cafe
Troubadour
Hollywood Bowl
Santa Barbara Bowl
The Fox Theatre
Shoreline Anphitheatre
The Fillmore
Great American Music Hall
Greek Theatre

Sports Complexes

Everybody knows that California is a fantastic place to participate in a variety of sports,
including surfing and sand volleyball on the coast, skiing and snowboarding in the
mountains, and cycling and rock climbing all over. It’s also a spectacular place for
spectator sports. Five Major League Baseball teams play here (the Padres, Angels,
Dodgers, Athletics, and Giants) and the state also hosts three National Football
League franchises; four National Basketball Association teams; three National
Hockey League teams; and three Major League Soccer clubs.

Anaheim
Bakersfield
Costa Mesa
Fresno County
Greater Ontario
Irvine
Oceanside
Riverside
Sacramento
San Mateo County
Santa Ana
Temecula Valley

Some Top Places To Consider:

Silverlakes Sports Complex
SoCal Sports Complex
American Sports Centers
Twin Creeks Sports Center
Next Level Sports Complex
Davis Legacy Soccer Complex
Mather Sports Center
Hal Bartholomew Sports Park
The Map Sports Facility
Patricia H Birdsall Sports Park

Zoos: Wildly Productive

Looking for a new and distinctive way to host your next business meeting? California Zoos
offer unique out-of-office experiences. Team building exercise encourages your teams to
travel throughout the seven regions of the Zoo, searching for answers to clues and snapping
pictures as they compete. We can also provide animal visits to make your day feel more like
play than work. Whether your group is 20 or 400, our teams of experienced event staff is
dedicated to ensuring your meeting runs smoothly and your attendees have a memorable
experience.

Berkeley
Fresno County
Greater Palm Springs
Los Angeles
Oakland
Sacramento
San Diego
San Francisco
San Jose
Santa Barbara

California Festivals

California Festivals are enjoyed by millions of people each year as a way to celebrate special foods,
sports, cultures, cars, and fairs. The festivals provide entertainment and they bring people together
for common enjoyment and causes. Ranging from wacky & weird events such as the Poison Ivy Contest,
Bed Races and Golf Cart Parade, to tasty in Gourmet Chocolate Festivals, Olive Fests, Almonds & Wine,
the festivals create a fan-base when they offer something that locals and visitors can sink their teeth into.
California Festivals include thousands of cultural style festivals celebrating heritage, ethnicity and the
lifestyle of the many people that make up California.

All 55 of our destination partners host a variety of festivals that are uniquely their own.
To learn more click on the tab below and connect with the destination and festival
that best suit the needs of your event and deliver an unforgettable experience to your
attendees.

Corporate Retreats

The golden coast of the United States, California, isn’t just a state; it’s an experience.
With its sunny beaches, sprawling deserts, and tranquil forests, California offers a
backdrop that’s as diverse as the dreams of your corporate retreat. We’ve scoured
the state to bring you this list of the 15 best corporate retreats California has to offer.
Each retreat is easily accessible via shuttle bus for seamless transportation from airports
or team-building excursions. Whether you’re in search of a mountain adventure for some
team bonding, a peaceful wellness escape by the ocean, or an environment that sparks
innovation and creativity, California has it all.

Beverly Hills
Carlsbad
Coronado
Dana Point
Greater Palm Springs
Laguna Beach
Napa Valley
Newport Beach
San Diego
Santa Barbara
Santa Monica
Sonoma County

Huntington Beach
Los Angeles

Benefits of Corporate Retreats

Boost Team Morale
Increase Employee Motivation
Enhance Communication
Foster Creativity & Innovation
Improve Well-Being
Build Deeper Relationships
Increase Productivity
Improved Performance
Identify Team’s Hidden Talents
Increase Bottomline

Health & Wellness

Make wellness an action when meeting in California! In today's fast-paced corporate
world, employee well-being has become a top priority for organizations. To address
this concern, corporate events are increasingly incorporating wellness initiatives that
go beyond traditional conference settings. These initiatives prioritize the physical,
mental, and emotional health of attendees, resulting in numerous benefits for both
individuals and companies. In this blog post, we will explore the impact of wellness
initiatives in corporate events and discuss how they promote health and well-being.

Greater Palm Springs
Huntington Beach
Los Angeles
Monterey
Napa Valley
Newport Beach
Sacramento
San Diego
San Francisco
SLO CAL
Tahoe North
Yosemite

Inspirational Activities

Biking/Walking
Paddling
Skiing/Snowboarding
Spas
Golfing
Hiking/Climbing
Board Sports
Yoga/Pilates
Water Sports
Tennis

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