Anchorage Official Meeting Planner Guide

ANCHORAGE OFFICIAL MEETING PLANNER GUIDE

Welcome

This guide puts the best of Alaska meetings at your fingertips. Read on for detailed information about the Anchorage community, facility and venue layouts, and the many organizations that can help make your gathering a success.

Of course, this is Alaska, so our meeting sites combine stunning natural beauty with the unique charm and

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culture of the Land of the Midnight Sun. Encounter resident wildlife, soar around the summit of Denali, or sail up to the sparkling face of an enormous glacier.

Anchorage offers the perfect blend of urban, wild, and spacious Alaska allure.

Dear Meeting Professional, I’d like to personally invite your group to hold a meeting in Anchorage, Alaska. Our city combines first-class accommodations, modern meeting facilities, and all the amenities of home while encompassing the wild sights and adventures for which Alaska is known best.

The hotels, convention centers, and event services will make your meeting a success, and the Alaska landscape will ensure the event is truly unforgettable.

I encourage delegates to take the time to experience the perfect blend of urban and wild in Anchorage. You won’t need to travel far to find the heart of Alaska; the closest mountain vistas are just out the window. Our city is home to almost 1,500 resident moose, not to mention eagles and beluga whales. The 60 most accessible glaciers in the state are within driving distance of Anchorage. Hundreds of miles of trails cross through the city. One of the most popular sport fisheries, Ship Creek, is steps away from the Anchorage convention centers. Get out and enjoy the natural wonders of Alaska and the creature comforts of our modern city.

We are here to ensure that you have everything needed to plan an unparalleled experience for your meeting or convention.

This guide is just the beginning; you’ll find more information at VisitAnchorage.com/meetings.

Visit Anchorage’s dedicated convention sales staff goes the extra mile to make meetings a success, so get in touch today.

We look forward to welcoming you to Anchorage soon!

Sincerely,

Julie Saupé President & CEO, Visit Anchorage

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HEALTHY DESTINATION

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EVENTS & SPORTING VENUES

TOP 10 REASONS TO MEET IN ANCHORAGE

KNOW THE PROS

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TRUTH ABOUT ALASKA

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SO YOU’RE COMING TO ANCHORAGE

LOCAL DINING & BREWERIES

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OFF-SITE VENUES

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ACCOMMODATIONS

GETTING HERE

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ANCHORAGE

CONVENTION CENTERS 16 Dena’ina Civic and Convention Center

MEETING SPACE

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24 Alyeska Resort 26 Hilton Anchorage 28 Hotel Captain Cook 30 Marriott Anchorage Downtown 32 Sheraton Anchorage Hotel & Spa 34 The Lakefront Anchorage 36 Westmark Anchorage Hotel 38 Select Service Hotels

INCENTIVE TRAVEL

REAL ALASKAN STORIES

CULTURE & ENTERTAINMENT PRE & POST ACTIVITIES

CONTACT OUR TEAM: meetings@anchorage.net Toll-free: (888) 257-2381 | Local: (907) 276-4118 524 W Fourth Avenue | Anchorage, AK 99501 VisitAnchorage.com/meetings SUPPORTED BY A GRANT FROM THE MUNICIPALITY OF ANCHORAGE.

Mind, Body & Soul

HEALTHY DESTINATION Meeting in Anchorage makes it easy for delegates to relax, recharge, and prioritize well-being.

▸W ith more than 135 miles of trails and ample connections to hotel and business districts, there are endless opportunities to unwind with a walk or bike ride between meeting sessions in Anchorage. ▸P edestrian-friendly downtown offers broad sidewalks and several neighborhood parks, home to free summer yoga, Zumba, and dance classes.

ELEVATE YOUR MOOD

TOP TRAILS

Anchorage’s pristine setting provides the perfect reset for the body and the mind. For a quick dose of mountain air, Chugach State Park offers a little bit of everything, and the adventures start just 20 minutes from the convention centers.

Anchorage’s paved, multiuse trail system is perfect for running, walking, and cycling, all while enjoying a special perspective of the city. The 11-mile Tony Knowles Coastal Trail is the crown jewel and the perfect place for your fun run; it begins downtown and traces the Cook Inlet coast. The Kincaid Park and Hillside Park trail systems promise plenty of secluded spaces and quiet, wooded relaxation. In the winter months, groomed trails make for great cross-country skiing or fat tire biking throughout the city.

▸H ike easy, scenic routes at Glen Alps or Thunder Bird Falls. ▸C arved out of a mountain valley, Eklutna Lake is the perfect spot for kayaking and mountain biking. ▸ F ind lush berry patches and sweeping city views at Arctic Valley.

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TRAVEL SAFETY For meeting attendees who want healthy options, active choices, and a commitment to visitor safety, Anchorage delivers — naturally.

City tap water flows from a nearby glacial lake. The area’s high air quality is regularly recognized by the American Lung Association as some of the best in the country. Heightened facility sanitation procedures, new physical distancing protocols, and updated public health policies can help keep meetings safe and secure for planners and attendees alike.

▸ P HYSICAL DISTANCING: Meeting facilities feature individual food service and private table options, and flexible layouts can be expanded to give your guests some extra breathing room. ▸ P ROTECTING PUBLIC HEALTH: Depending on when you plan your event, meeting attendees may encounter Anchorage’s citywide public face mask mandate — a public health precaution shown to successfully help keep communities safe.

TIP: Visitor safety policies may include traveler testing or temporary gathering size caps.

Find current guidelines at VisitAnchorage.com/meetings. urban &

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10 REASONS TOP

TO MEET IN ANCHORAGE Surprisingly accessible, completely affordable, wildly unforgettable – there are endless great reasons to meet in Anchorage.

Here are a few of the best:

THE BEST MIX: Anchorage is the perfect mix of urban and wild, combining city conveniences with natural Alaska allure. Think top restaurants, modern meeting spaces, and hundreds of miles of world-class biking and hiking trails.

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FOCUS ON WELLNESS: From fresh Alaska Grown foods and free outdoor yoga to plentiful green spaces and some of the cleanest air in the country, Anchorage offers the kind of balance that benefits mind, body, and spirit alike.

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INCREASED ATTENDANCE: Alaska is a dream destination, and meeting in Anchorage can boost interest in the event and increase attendance.

Participants have the chance to check something off their bucket list, whether it’s chasing the northern lights or catching a king salmon.

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ACCESSIBLE ALASKA: Regular direct flights from major hub cities across the United States make getting to Anchorage a snap.

Anchorage is also the center of Alaska’s road, rail, and air networks, making getting around a breeze.

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PLENTY OF SPACE: Anchorage’s vast local parklands, abundant accommodations, and multiple spacious meeting venues give everyone plenty of space to stretch out.

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CONVENIENT CONNECTIONS: Downtown Anchorage is a quick 10-minute drive from the airport, and the neighborhood’s walkable, pedestrian-friendly layout provides easy access to hotels, convention centers, restaurants, and other amenities.

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ALASKA-LEVEL ATTENTION: In a city of 300,000 people, your event will receive a warm welcome and plenty of attention. Local caterers, event planners, and entertainers have what it takes to make your meeting easy, comfortable, and memorable.

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COMPETITIVE COSTS: With no sales tax and competitively low food and beverage costs, meeting in Anchorage is good for everyone’s bottom line.

OFF-SITE AND EXTRAORDINARY: When the session ends, more unforgettable experiences await. Take to the skies with a flightseeing excursion around Denali, learn the secrets of Alaska cooking together, or bring the whole group on a wildlife-watching excursion through the backcountry.

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STELLAR SUPPORT: The knowledgeable convention sales team at Visit Anchorage can make your next meeting easy, successful, and fun.

Call (888) 257-2381 or email meetings@anchorage.net to start planning the event attendees will be talking about for years to come.

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From a financial perspective, our Anchorage meeting set a new record for profit! Anchorage is clearly cost-competitive for large meetings. The beauty of Alaska combined with the modern hotel and convention facilities made our meeting truly memorable.

Jeffrey C. Sventek, Executive Director, Aerospace Medical Association

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A N EV E N T O F A

LIFETIME

PA S S E N G E R | F R E I G H T | R E A L E S TAT E

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ALASKA Alaska is a huge state, covering an area equal to one-fifth of the contiguous United States — so while distant parts of the state can experience weather extremes, Anchorage’s location on the Southcentral Alaska coast gives it a mild maritime climate.

The city is further protected by the Chugach Mountain Range, making it an ideal destination throughout the year.

▸O n the longest days of summer, temperatures often reach 70° F/21° C, and Anchorage sees 22 hours of functional daylight, so there’s plenty of time to enjoy all Alaska has to offer. ▸ A nchorage’s winter temperatures average 20° F/-6° C. Add low humidity to the equation, and temperatures feel even warmer. ▸E ven on the shortest days of winter, Anchorage gets seven and a half hours of functional daylight, and by February Anchorage experiences more daylight than many cities in the contiguous states.

GETTING TO ALASKA IS EASY Anchorage’s accessible location once earned it the nickname “Air Crossroads of the World.” With dozens of domestic and international carriers and direct nonstop flights to many major U.S. cities, traveling to Anchorage is quick, convenient, and cost-effective.

AFFORDABLE ANCHORAGE From transportation to meeting amenities, Anchorage offers great value. A price comparison survey among several cities shows Anchorage stays competitively low when it comes to everything from breakfast service to coffee to trade show and audiovisual set-up.

FACT: There’s no sales tax in Anchorage, so meeting planners can save even more. urban &

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WELCOME TO ANCHORAGE! Experience Alaska with Alaska Airlines’ Next-Level Care.

Call our Alaska-based sales team for more information at 907-266-7200 or email us at anc.sales@alaskaair.com.

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TIP: Meeting in Anchorage means attendees can save time traveling, and spend it soaking up everything Alaska has to offer.

GETTING HERE ABOUT THE AIRPORT Anchorage is not only the largest city in Alaska, it’s also the best connected. ▸N onstop flights on all the major carriers connect Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport with Los Angeles, Seattle, Portland, Chicago, Minneapolis, Denver, Salt Lake City, Houston, and many other hub cities. ▸T hanks to Anchorage’s location on the globe, it is often the most convenient meeting point for groups with an international membership. ▸T he Anchorage airport is also one of the biggest cargo hubs in the world, making convention logistics a breeze. Even winter weather rarely slows down operations; closures are incredibly rare.

Other Options

Scenic highways tie Anchorage to various national parks, Interior Alaska, Canada, and the contiguous U.S.

QUICK CONNECTIONS Delegates can travel from baggage claim to convention centers in less than 10 minutes.

Downtown Anchorage is only six miles away from the airport, and taxis, rental car companies (there are seven rental car concessions at the airport), hotel shuttles, ride-sharing services, and motorcoach charters are all available to make the trip.

Besides convenient flight connections, Anchorage offers many other ways to get around.

The Alaska Railroad runs from Anchorage to Seward going south, and Anchorage to Fairbanks going north.

The Alaska Marine Highway System provides ferry service between Anchorage-area ports, other communities along Alaska’s southern coast, and Bellingham, WA.

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ANCHORAGE CONVENTION CENTERS

Anchorage conferences meet in the heart of it all. The William A. Egan Civic & Convention Center and the Denaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ina Civic and Convention Center put delegates in the middle of a vibrant community and are located just two blocks apart.

JUST OUTSIDE THE DOORS Anchorageâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s downtown amenities are just steps away, and navigating the neighborhood is easy.

Find flagship hotels, locally owned shops, diverse dining options, and iconic Alaska attractions within easy walking distance. Delegates can marvel at Denali views, and stretch out on a local trail between sessions.

ALASKA IN SESSION Alaska’s natural beauty follows attendees inside. ▸ Both centers feature up-close city and mountain views. ▸ A rtworks celebrate the Alaska Native cultures that have shaped Alaska for thousands of years. ▸ T he Egan Center’s grand entry showcases Anchorage’s stunning landscape and rich natural environment. ▸ P rospect, a massive art installation featuring native Alaska wildlife, spirals down through the Dena’ina Center’s three main floors — the most prominent of its many displays.

SAFE BUSINESS TRAVEL Anchorage convention centers remind guests about important steps for staying safe.

GOOD TO KNOW

▸ Wear a cloth face covering

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FRESH LOCAL FLAVOR ASM Global’s local catering division, “Savor...Alaska,” offers creative meals made with fresh Alaska ingredients whenever possible. State-of-the-art kitchen spaces allow the centers to serve thousands of plates per meal. Savor fresh fish, crab, crisp Matanuska Valley greens, and more.

INFINITE POSSIBILITIES Used in tandem, the Dena’ina and Egan Centers offer a seemingly endless degree of customization, with spaces designed for any number of applications. Go big in the Dena’ina Center with the largest expo hall in Alaska; it fits 274 trade show booths. Or select from more than a dozen possible configurations of the Egan’s lower level for breakout sessions. Seamlessly move from one center to another. It’s an easy five-minute walk from door to door.

GLOBAL EXPERIENCE, LOCAL EXPERTISE ASM Global offers the best staff resources in development, marketing, and management. Ready to work with you, equipped to meet any need, and proud to call Alaska home, ASM Global’s team members provide the friendly human element that takes Anchorage events to the next level.

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DENA’INA CIVIC AND CONVENTION CENTER

FACT: Opened in 2008, the Dena’ina Civic and Convention Center is the largest, most modern facility of its kind in the state of Alaska.

The 200,000-square-foot Dena’ina Center offers beautifully designed, flexible event space, ideal for everything from national conventions and trade shows to local meetings, banquets, and special occasions.

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▸ A t street level, Idlughet (Eklutna) Exhibit Hall is the largest room of its kind in Alaska, offering more than an acre of event space.

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▸ S econd-floor meeting rooms provide highly configurable options for meetings, seminars, classes, or special occasions.

The Dena’ina Center is equipped with every technological and professional advantage you would expect in a world-class civic and convention center: Modern audiovisual connections, LCD signage, and touch-screen audio and lighting controls keep any meeting running smoothly.

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▸ T he third floor Tikahtnu (Cook Inlet) Ballroom greets guests with floor-to-ceiling windows, views of Alaska’s prolific mountain ranges, and an outdoor terrace providing a spectacular vantage point in all seasons.

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▸ T he K’enakatnu (Knik) executive boardroom is the perfect space for smaller meetings, Alaska Native art adorns the walls, and a built-in ceiling projector and screen ensure all attention will be focused on the presenter.

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198

108

108/90

Tikahtnu Ballroom

Sq. Ft.

Theater

Full Ballroom Section A Section B Section C Section D Section E Section F* Section C and F Section E and F Terrace

24,840 6,555 6,900 3,450 2,185 2,185 2,185 6,900 5,635 6,110

2,867 1,664 1,812/1,510 672 420 384/320 728 420 384/320 286 180 192/160 154 108 120/100 154 108 120/100 154 108 120/100 728 420 384/320 598 288 336/280 Accommodates up to 900, event dependent

Classroom

Banquet (12/10)

* Must be combined with Sections C or E to allow for guest entry

Total Sq. Ft.: 200,000 Levels: 3 Meeting Rooms: 11 Trade Show Hall Sq. Ft.: 47,400 (274 booths) Ceiling Height: 30 ft.

Lobbies, Pre-function Sq. Ft.: 46,500

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EGAN CIVIC & CONVENTION CENTER

FACT: The Egan Center is sandwiched squarely between two city parks — Town Square Park and Peratrovich Park — giving guests plenty of green space for lunch on a lawn.

The 85,000-square-foot William A. Egan Civic & Convention Center offers affordable, highly configurable meeting, exhibit, and pre-function space in the heart of downtown Anchorage. ▸ T hree levels of versatile, affordable meeting space. ▸ T he Explorers Hall has 19,306 square feet of column-free space, with enough space for a banquet for 1,536 guests, or a trade show set up for up to 132 8-by-10 booths.

Explorers Hall has been the stage for concerts and conventions, trade shows, meetings, and private events. For smaller events, Explorers Hall can be subdivided into three self-contained spaces – Cook, Arteaga, and La Perouse halls. ▸ O n the lower level, the flexible, 11,228-square foot Summit Hall is divisible into as many as 14 individual rooms ranging from 570 to 1,368 square feet each.

BOARDROOM Total Sq. Ft.: 85,000 Levels: 3 Meeting Rooms: 22 Trade Show Hall Sq. Ft.: 30,534 (197 booths) Ceiling Height: 24 ft.

Lobbies, Pre-function Sq. Ft.: 9,800

CONFERENCE ROOM BOARDROOM A

555 W Fifth Avenue Anchorage, AK 99501 (907) 263-2800 anchorageconventioncenters.com

Boardroom

Sq. Ft.

Theater

Classroom

Banquet (12/10)

Boardroom B

387

40

32

48/40

20

16

24/20

Boardroom A & B 946

80

60

72/60

Conference Room 355

12 person table

Egan Center 559 Boardroom A

SUMMIT HALL

14

O’MALLEY

13 12 11 10 1

2

9

8

7

3

4

BOARDROOM B

EXPLORERS HALL CEILING

6

EXPLORERS HALL

5

COOK

ARTEAGA

LA PEROUSE

SPURR

Summit Hall

Sq. Ft.

Theater

Classroom

Banquet (12/10)

Entire Hall

11,228

1,400

680

936/780

Space 1

1,368

100

64

72/60

Space 2 - 4

1,140*

100

64

72/60

Space 5 - 6

826

60

32

48/40

Explorers Hall

Sq. Ft.

Theater

Classroom Banquet (12/10)

19,306

2,540

1,400

1,536/1,280

Space 7 - 13

570*

40

32

24/20

Entire Hall

Space 14

798

60

48

48/40

Cook Hall

6,664

850

500

480/400

O’Malley

368

20

16

24/20

Arteaga Hall

5,880

700

400

384/320

Spurr

315

20

16

24/20

La Perouse Hall

6,762

850

500

480/400

*Sq. Ft. represents each individual room

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OFF-SITE VENUES TAKE THE STAGE Surrounded by hotels and restaurants in the heart of downtown, the Alaska Center for the Performing Arts is the largest performance venue in the state of Alaska.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home to the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s symphony, opera, and theater companies, four beautifully designed performance halls, and spacious lobby and reception areas. A skybridge links the center to the Egan Center, and floor-to-ceiling windows look out over Town Square Park.

Anchorage has a wide variety of quality venues. Each features unique character and rich history, while providing state-of-the-art technology required by most modern meetings. Depending on the needs of the specific gathering, the convention sales team at Visit Anchorage can guide planners to the best choice.

GATHER WITH WILDLIFE Convene alongside lynx at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, where meeting facilities share space with resident moose, musk oxen, bears, reindeer, wolves, and other Alaska wildlife. Delegates can gather for sessions in the morning and come face to face with a wood bison at lunch. This unique venue accommodates 100 guests for dinner.

HISTORY & HERITAGE A world-class cultural center, the Alaska Native Heritage Center provides a serene natural environment, with six life-sized village sites encircling tranquil Lake Tiulana. The center is well-known for Alaska Native song, story, dance, and sport; arrange for demonstrations, storytelling, and tours to learn more about Alaska’s vibrant Indigenous cultures and people. Utilizing the indoor meeting space and the surrounding grounds can accommodate a group of 900 guests.

AN EDUCATED CHOICE The University of Alaska Anchorage campus is an effective, affordable gathering place. Located at the heart of the city’s vast trail network, the campus is filled with housing options and meeting spaces, and conveniently close to the offices of many of Alaska’s largest companies.

AMAZING AIRPLANES Elevate your meeting at the Alaska Aviation Museum.

▸ Vintage planes create a unique Alaska atmosphere.

▸ Delegates can relax in jet-age

ARTFUL MEETINGS Immerse your meeting in Alaska art and history at the Anchorage Museum. The museum’s event space and on-site catering match the creativity of its permanent collection, and the impressive marble staircase provides an elegant environment for memorable occasions.

Buyouts are welcome and can accommodate up to 700 people.

style in the first-class theater.

▸ The museum offers a unique

historical setting for a sit-down dinner for 100 guests.

▸ Cruise through a session aboard

the museum’s Boeing 737 (specially configured for groups of up to 40 people). urban &

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ACCOMMODATIONS with meeting space

▸ ▸ ▸ ▸

Alyeska Resort Hilton Anchorage Hotel Captain Cook Marriott Anchorage Downtown

▸ Sheraton Anchorage Hotel & Spa ▸ The Lakefront Anchorage ▸ Westmark Anchorage Hotel

Picea mariana or black spruce

OUT OF THE ORDINARY With more than 8,700 guest rooms to choose from, Anchorage lodging choices include fourdiamond award winners, global chains, and intimate, locally owned hotels, and bed and breakfasts. Your concierge is just as likely to share fishing spots as fashionable restaurants, and you’ll also enjoy amenities including: ▸ 24-hour room service ▸ Business centers ▸ Column-free ballrooms and multiple meeting rooms ▸ Concierge service ▸ Dry-cleaning service ▸ In-house audiovisual services ▸ Lounges ▸ Restaurants ▸ Spas and health clubs ▸ Turn-down service

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Our registration numbers increased dramatically due to Alaska being such a bucket list destination. The majority of our attendees arrived early and stayed late. The Anchorage CVB was amazing from our initial site visit to their follow up after our meeting took place. I fell in love with Alaska.

Joe Donahue, Experient/Earthquake Engineering Research Institute

TIP: Ask the front desk for a northern lights wakeup call. They’ll call your room when the northern lights are visible.

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ALYESKA RESORT

CHALET-STYLE ELEGANCE Alyeska Resort is a premier year-round destination resort located 40 miles south of downtown Anchorage.

Alyeska Resort offers 304 elegantly decorated rooms. With more than 20,000 square feet of meeting and special event space, it is surrounded by a picturesque scene including lush rainforest, hanging glaciers, and spectacular ocean views. Amenities at the hotel include a 60-passenger aerial scenic tram, taking passengers up through the rainforest to one of the most outstanding views in Alaska. High on the slopes of Mount Alyeska, the award-winning Seven Glaciers Restaurant pairs fresh Alaska seafood and other artfully prepared meals with breathtaking views of the valley below and the surrounding seven glaciers. Seven Glaciers is a AAA Four Diamond establishment and Wine Spectator award recipient.

Nordic Spa artist rendering

Meeting Space Sq. Ft.: 23,305 The hotelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s other amenities include a saltwater Meeting Rooms: 14 pool, whirlpool and fitness center, a fullGuest Rooms: 282 service spa, additional dining opportunities, Guest Suites: 22 and a variety of shopping options. Ski Amenities: On-site restaurants, saltwater swimming packages for Alyeska Resort are offered pool, spa, health club, free Wi-Fi, parking through the hotel. With abundant snowfall, an average of 669 inches each year, Alyeska FLOOR VENUES Resort is the perfect ski destination. Not only COL PORTAGE BOARDROOM U PORTAGE SALON PAT MBIA IO does the resort offer an expanded beginners area, but Alyeska also has the longest double CO black diamond run in North America.

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G

AURORA BAR AND GRILL

HAR

DIN

BORE TIDE DELI GUEST RO

G

OM

S

OUTSIDE PATIO

300

180

250

500

Section A

1,050

80

50

60

100

Section B

1,050

100

50

60

100

Section C

1,050

80

50

60

100

Portage Boardroom

500

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

Portage Salon

484

40

20

30

50

Hubbard

323

20

n/a

20

30

Bering

475

40

20

30

50

Harding

475

40

20

30

50

Kahiltna Court

3,200

250

160

200

300

Summit Room

350

30

n/a

20

30

Bore Tide Deli

4,000

n/a

n/a

175

205

Daylodge

7,198

450

340

340

650

GUEST ROOMS

BORE TIDE DELI

OUTSIDE PATIO

DAYLODGE MOUNTAIN LEARNING CENTER KITCHEN

Reception

3,150

DAYLODGE & SPORTS SHOP

Sq. Ft. Theater Classroom Banquet

Columbia Ballroom

RENTAL & SPORTS SHOP

Meeting Room

SAKURA AND SUSHI BAR

MOUNTAIN LEARNING CENTER

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KITCHEN

1000 Arlberg Avenue Girdwood, AK 99587 (907) 754-1111 alyeskaresort.com

HILTON ANCHORAGE

DOWNTOWN DELIGHT The Hilton Anchorage is Alaska’s largest fullservice hotel and is just two blocks from the Egan Civic & Convention Center and four blocks from the Dena’ina Civic and Convention Center.

The hotel is also steps away from the Alaska Railroad Depot as well as Anchorage’s Ship Creek salmon fishery. The Hilton’s 24,000 square feet of meeting and function space includes a 6,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art conference center. The hotel staffs a full-time, dedicated team of convention service professionals.

Many of the hotel’s more than 600 guest rooms have stunning views of the surrounding picture-perfect mountain ranges and the serene waters of Cook Inlet. The unique lobby is richly decorated with a beautiful collection of Alaska sculptures and other art. There are several dining options within the hotel: Hooper Bay Café, offering American favorites for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, the Bruins Bar, serving cocktails and dinner, and a full menu is available for room service. The ample guest rooms are decorated in calming natural Alaska colors and provide all the comforts of a home away from home. The Hilton Anchorage has an indoor heated pool and a fitness center. There is also a 24-hour business center for last-minute work.

SECOND FLOOR

ALASKA BALLROOM

Sq. Ft. 810 780 754 725 437 468 858 820 Sq. Ft. 7,680 2,640 2,640 2,640 4,200 1,160 1,040 1,080 920 187 391 460 Sq. Ft. 2,788

Theater Classroom Banquet Reception 60 36 60 75 60 36 60 75 50 30 50 75 50 30 50 75 Permanent 16-seat boardroom table Permanent 16-seat boardroom table 70 36 60 75 60 30 40 75 Theater Classroom Banquet Reception 720 325 600 900 240 125 200 300 240 125 200 300 240 125 200 300 350 200 250 500 80 50 60 100 80 50 60 100 80 50 60 100 100 80 50 60 12 n/a 10 n/a 30 18 20 50 n/a n/a 12 30 Theater Classroom Banquet Reception 150 60 130 200

* Aspen and Spruce can be combined; Birch and Willow can be combined. ** With conference table.

ALASKA

DENA

PORTAGE

Meeting Space Sq. Ft.: 24,000 BRISTOL BAY BALLROOM Meeting Rooms: 17 Guest Rooms: 606 DILLINGHAM KATMAI KING Guest Suites: 11 SALMON PRUDHOE Amenities: Business center, swimming pool, BAY health center, on-site restaurants, in-room Wi-Fi

500 W Third Avenue Anchorage, AK 99501 (907) 272-7411 hiltonanchorage.com

Lobby Level Aspen* Spruce* Birch* Willow* Cook Inlet Boardroom Prince William Boardroom Fireweed Lupine Second Floor Alaska Ballroom Aleutian Alaska Denali Bristol Bay Ballroom Dillingham Katmai King Salmon Iliamna Kenai Portage Prudhoe Bay Room** Fifteenth Floor Chart

ALEUTIAN

KENAI

FIFTEENTH FLOOR

CHART

LUPINE

FIREWEED

LOBBY LEVEL

PRINCE WILLIAM

COOK INLET

LOBBY ASPEN

SPRUCE

BIRCH

WILLOW

SECOND FLOOR

ALASKA BALLROOM ALEUTIAN

KENAI

ALASKA

DENALI

PORTAGE

BRISTOL BAY BALLROOM DILLINGHAM PRUDHOE BAY

KATMAI

KING SALMON

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ILIAMN

HOTEL CAPTAIN COOK

HISTORY & HERITAGE Alaska-owned and operated, the Hotel Captain Cook is the only Alaska member of Preferred Hotels and Resorts Worldwide. Located downtown, the 546 luxury guest rooms offer stunning views of Anchorage’s coastline or the ruggedly beautiful Chugach Mountain Range. Dark and rich teak wood interiors are reminiscent of the old ships that explored the coast of Alaska.

The hotel offers 14 meeting rooms, ranging from a 375-square-foot library to a 9,000-squarefoot ballroom. There are four on-site restaurants.

The Crow’s Nest, the hotel’s premier dining establishment, is a AAA Four Diamond fine dining restaurant perched atop the hotel’s complex, offering a blend of French and new American cuisines. The restaurant is known for its 10,000-bottle wine cellar and stunning panoramic views.

The Whale’s Tail Bistro and Wine Bar boasts Alaska’s first self-serve wine dispensing system. Enjoy the cozy fire or sit at the bar to enjoy sliders or a martini.

RETAIL

LOBBY

FRONT DESK

Fletcher’s features classic pub fare and Alaska microbrews; The Cafe, located in the lobby, features classic hearty breakfasts as well as Alaska specialties, such as chowder and fresh fish, for lunch.

LOBBY

WHALE’S TAIL

TOWER I

RETAIL Meeting Space Sq. Ft.: 18,828 CONCIERGE Meeting Rooms: 14 TOWER II Guest Rooms: 546 Guest Suites: 96 DISCOVERY BALLROOM THE BUSINESS Valet parking, fitness center, Amenities: AFT DECK MID DECK FORE DECK CAFE CENTER swimming pool, on-site restaurants, spa, RETAIL free in-room Wi-Fi

The hotel also features a spa and athletic club, a full-service business center, and several boutique shops for the discerning shopper.

RETAIL

CONVENTION REGISTRATION

RETAIL

LOBBY LEVEL TOWER 1

RACQUETBALL MASSAGE STUDIO CIRCUIT TRAINING

AEROBICS ROOM

BARBER SHOP

CLUB ROOM I

LIBRARY

CLUB ROOM II

STORAGE

939 W Fifth Avenue Anchorage, AK 99501 (907) 276-6000 captaincook.com

MEN’S ATHLETIC CLUB

TOWER I

QUARTER DECK

EASTER ISLAND

9,000 2,325 2,700 3,975 1,989 700 595 288 Sq. Ft.

Easter Island Room Resolution Room Endeavor Room Adventure Room Quadrant Room Voyager Room Whitby Room

544 544 1,591 1,071 988 646 551

Theater

Banquet

1,150 200 350 500 75 40 50 n/a Theater

Classroom 500 100 150 250 n/a n/a n/a n/a Classroom

600 170 180 240 90 30 40 10 Banquet

1,000 200 300 500 150 40 40 10 Reception

54 54 120 100 65 58 50

27 27 70 50 30 28 26

40 40 120 60 50 40 30

54 54 150 100 65 50 50

SPA

ROOM

Reception

TOWER III

ENDEAVOR

WHITBY ROOM

WOMEN’S ATHLETIC CLUB

ROOM

QUADRANT ROOM

ADVENTURE ROOM

BEAUTY SALON

VOYAGER ROOM

LOWER LOBBY LEVEL

RETAIL

LOBBY

LOBBY

WHALE’S TAIL

TOWER I

RETAIL

CONCIERGE TOWER II

BUSINESS CENTER

THE CAFE

DISCOVERY BALLROOM AFT DECK MID DECK

FORE DECK

TOWER III

FLETCHER’S

Sq. Ft.

FRONT DESK

Lobby Level Discovery Ballroom Aft Deck Mid Deck Fore Deck Quarter Deck Club Room I Club Room II Library Lower Lobby Level

POOL

ROOM

RESOLUTION

TOWER II

RETAIL

RETAIL

CONVENTION REGISTRATION

RETAIL

RETAIL

LOBBY LEVEL TOWER 1 CLUB ROOM I

LIBRARY

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TOWER

MARRIOTT ANCHORAGE DOWNTOWN

CONTEMPORARY & CONVENIENT

Anchoring the west end of Anchorage’s convention district, the Marriott Anchorage is the newest of the downtown convention properties. The hotel is within easy walking distance to both convention centers, pubs, restaurants, and art galleries. Each of the hotel’s 392 guest rooms feature an oversized picture window framing striking views of Anchorage’s expansive waters, surrounding mountain ranges, and majestic Denali, North America’s highest peak.

In a setting that conveys the charm and beauty of Alaska, nine meeting rooms total 14,000 square feet of meeting space. The newly renovated lobby embraces the great room concept with a large fireplace in the center, cozy chairs, and a coffee kiosk as well as a full bar. The hotel also has two on-site restaurants. The Café Promenade serves American cuisine for breakfast, while the Great Room serves lunch and dinner. Hotel amenities include an indoor pool and fitness center. The Marriott Anchorage Downtown boasts a professional and attentive staff to work alongside a meeting planner to ensure that all needs are met and that the meeting or convention is a great success.

Meeting Space Sq. Ft.: 14,000 Meeting Rooms: 9 Guest Rooms: 392 Guest Suites: 3 Amenities: On-site restaurants, swimming pool, valet parking, business center, in-room Wi-Fi

820 W Seventh Avenue Anchorage, AK 99501 (907) 279-8000 marriott.com/ancdt

Meeting Room

Sq. Ft.

Theater

Classroom

Banquet

Reception

Grand Pacific Ballroom

8,122

900

250/350

600

800

Juneau or Haines

1,085

80

30/50

50

100

Juneau and Haines

2,170

180

70/100

150

200

Anchorage or Fairbanks

2,170

180

70/100

150

200

Kenai or Denali

806

60

20/30

50

50

Kenai and Denali

1,612

120

80/54

100

125

Skagway

756

50

20/30

40

40

Valdez

700

40

18/24

DENALI

30

35

Skagway and Valdez

1,431

90

36/54

70

80

Kodiak Boardroom

756

Parlor (3)

600

Pre-function Prudhoe Bay

DENALI

n/a

5,000

n/a

n/a

n/a FAIRBANKS

KENAI

DENALI

n/a 20-25 vendors n/a

GRAND PACIFIC BALLROOM

FAIRBANKS

n/a

25

KENAI

n/a 30

HAINES

n/a 30

HAINES

FAIRBANKS

Always set up board style, 16 people maximum

GRAND PACIFIC BALLROOM

GRAND PACIFIC BALLROOM

ANCHORAGE KODIAK BOARDROOM

KENAI HAINES

JUNEAU

EXECUTIVE CONFERENCE ROOM

ANCHORAGE KODIAK BOARDROOM

JUNEAU

VALDEZ

SKAGWAY

EXECUTIVE CONFERENCE ROOM

ANCHORAGE

JUNEAU

VALDEZ

SKAGWAY

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SHERATON ANCHORAGE HOTEL & SPA

FROM JADE TO ICE The Sheraton Anchorage Hotel & Spa is a member of the Marriott family of hotels and resorts and features 370 luxurious guest rooms and suites.

Offering 24,000 square feet of meeting and event space, the Sheraton’s staff is able to effortlessly transform its 15 venues into the perfect convention, meeting, or celebration. At the top of the hotel is its crown jewel, the ICE SPA, billed as the coolest spa with the hottest view of downtown. Enjoy a facial using natural products from the Arctic, a mud wrap, hot stone massage, manicure, and pedicure. Guests can also enjoy a breathtaking view from the stateof-the-art fitness center, recently recognized as one of the Top 10 Amazing Gym Views in the World by the travel section of CNNInternational.com.

Anchoring the east end of the downtown convention district, the Sheraton Anchorage Hotel & Spa is just steps away from Alaska’s largest museum, the Anchorage Museum. Begin your visit to authentic Alaska in the Sheraton’s lobby with its graceful, arrow-quiver-like columns, or climb the legendary, million-dollar staircase for a self-guided walking tour of traditional Alaska Native stories drawn by Robert Mayokok and artfully carved by renowned Italian sculptor Neromi.

Meeting Space Sq. Ft.: 24,000 Meeting Rooms: 15 Guest Rooms: 370 Guest Suites: 19 Amenities: On-site restaurants, fitness center, on-site parking, business center, in-room Wi-Fi, spa

The Sheraton Anchorage Hotel & Spa provides everything delegates need for a memorable stay.

From the celebrated “ahhhh” of the Sheraton Sweet SleeperTM Bed to the gathering place in the lobby, coffee bar, restaurant/lounge, and plentiful 2ND FLOOR parking, this hotel and its attentive staff work alongside meeting planners to take care BOARDROOM of all the details.

SUSITNA ROOM BREAK AREA

401 E Sixth 2NDAvenue FLOOR Anchorage, AK 99501 (907) 276-8700 marriott.com/ancsi C

B

2ND FLOOR

YUKON ROOM

SUSITNA ROOM

A

YUKON

2ND FLOOR

60 60 40 40 40 100

15TH FLOOR

308

BREAK AREA 308

FOYER

C

305

2ND FLOOR

B

A

301

THE SUMMIT

EAST

3RD FLOOR BOARDROOMS 2ND FLOOR 308

15TH FLOOR 2ND FLOOR

BOARDROOM 305

SUSITNA ROOM A

311

FOYER

130 ROCK BALLROOM HOWARD

2ND FLOOR

BREAK AREA 301

C THE SUMMIT

YUKON ROOM

B

HOWARD ROCK BALLROOM

130 50 50 50 250

311

FOYER

HOWARD ROCK BALLROOM

311 KUSKOKWIM BALLROOM

HOWARD ROCKBanquet BALLROOM ROOMReception Meeting Room Sq. Ft. Theater Classroom WEST Howard Rock Ballroom 9,375 425 900 650 1,200 KUSKOKWIM BALLROOM 75 Howard Rock A 1,920 110 200 2ND FLOOR120 100 Howard Rock BEAST 2,560 220 140 300 WEST 2ND FLOOR BOARDROOM 1,920 Howard Rock C 120 75 110 200 50 80 125 Susitna Room 1,680 75 SUSITNA ROOM 2nd Floor Boardroom 400 Conference table only BREAK AREA 45 60 75 Yukon Room 1,012 80 C B Kuskokwim Ballroom 2,440 200 110 150 225

Kuskokwim West 1,242 90 54 Kuskokwim East 1,242 90 54 KUSKOKWIM BALLROOM Conference table only BoardroomYUKON 301 408 BoardroomROOM 305 663 50 EAST 25 WEST Boardroom 308 663 50 25 Boardroom 311 663 50 25 The Summit 6,500 100 50

2ND FLOOR

3RD FLOOR BOARDROOMS

2ND FLOOR

BOARDROOM

3RD BOARD

KUSKOKWIM BALLROOM WEST

EAST

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THE LAKEFRONT ANCHORAGE

ALASKA CHARM Located between the airport and downtown Anchorage, this deluxe 248-room hotel offers world-class ambiance overlooking Lake Spenard. Newly renovated guest rooms, lobby spaces, and meeting rooms ensure the best for your group.

The Lakefront Anchorage has been a draw since Anchorage’s earliest days. In the early twentieth century, it was the site of a famous dance hall. Today, The Lakefront has seven meeting rooms with over 6,000 square feet of versatile space that can accommodate small conferences, large general sessions, and cocktail receptions with up to 300 guests.

From the grand Redington Ballroom to intimate rooms with views of the lake, The Lakefront has the flexibility to meet your needs. The Outside Green, which has a spectacular view of the lake adds 2,000 square feet of space in the summer months, it’s perfect for outdoor weddings and receptions of up to 200 people.

The hotel’s two restaurants, Fancy Moose Lounge and the Flying Machine Restaurant, delight guests and have even fueled Iditarod champs preparing for the big race. Enjoy a drink and casual meal on one of the best outdoor decks in Anchorage. The summer sun hangs high and floatplanes zip off the lake on Alaska-sized adventures.

4800 Spenard Road Anchorage, AK 99517 (907) 243-2300 millenniumhotels.com/anchorage

Meeting Room

Sq. Ft. Theater

Redington Ballroom 2,685

Classroom Banquet Reception

250

80

150

200

Redington I

1,337

75

51

80

130

Redington II

682

50

30

40

75

Redington III

666

50

30

40

75

100

75

100

130

Redington II & III 1,348 Turnagain

620

40

21

40

60

Lake Spenard I & II

890

100

80

96

120

Lake Spenard I

440

50

40

28

65

Lake Spenard II

450

50

40

28

65

Pre-function Space

1,200

n/a

20 vendors

n/a

200

Hospitality Suites

700

n/a

n/a

16

30

Meeting Space Sq. Ft.: 6,795 Meeting Rooms: 7 Guest Rooms: 245 Guest Suites: 3 Amenities: On-site restaurant & lounge, free parking, free Wi-Fi, complimentary airport shuttle

REDINGTON BALLROOM

ELEVATOR

REDINGTON III REDINGTON I REDINGTON II

LAKE SPENARD II

TURNAGAIN

LAKE SPENARD I EXERCISE ROOM

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WESTMARK ANCHORAGE HOTEL

THE MARK OF EXCELLENCE Situated in the downtown convention district, the 14-story Westmark Anchorage Hotel has 200 spacious rooms and suites with balconies, offering extraordinary Alaska-sized views. The boutique-style hotel, a member of Holland America Line, is perfectly situated between both downtown convention centers, and is directly across the street from the Alaska Center for the Performing Arts, a four-theater complex offering live theater, national touring Broadway productions, and musical concerts.

The Westmarkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s experienced full-service catering and meeting staff is available to help with every aspect of a meeting or convention.

Three meeting rooms total more than 4,000 square feet and can accommodate banquet groups as well as boardroom-size events.

The Westmark has a business center and offers audiovisual equipment and services.

Complimentary wireless high-speed Internet access is free and available in both the public areas and guest rooms.

A 24-hour fitness center is located on the fourteenth floor and an on-site restaurant, the Solstice Bar and Grill, is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Wedding services, concierge services, and tour assistance access is free and available in public areas and guest rooms.

Meeting Space Sq. Ft.: 4,010 Meeting Rooms: 3 Guest Rooms: 161 Guest Suites: 32 Amenities: Free Wi-Fi, on-site restaurants, fitness center, room service

720 W Fifth Avenue Anchorage, AK 99501 (907) 276-7676 westmarkhotels.com

Meeting Room

Sq. Ft.

Theater

Classroom Banquet CHUGACHReception

1,746

100

60

80

Penthouse

1,430

60

40

56

60

Kenai

834

40

24

32

40

TURNAGAIN Turnagain ROOM

TURNAGAIN ROOM

TURNAGAIN KENAI ROOM ROOM

ROOM 100

MIDNIGHT SUN ROOM

KEN ROO

CHUGACH ROOM PENTHOUSE

PENTHOUSE

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SELECT SERVICE HOTELS

Whether your meeting calls for downtown comfort, airport-adjacent convenience, an intimate boardroom with mountain views, or a flexible gathering space with customizable layouts, Anchorage’s select service hotels check every box. Find the perfect property – start here.

ASPEN SUITES HOTEL Offering reasonable rates, a great midtown location, a meeting room that accommodates 45 guests, and a boardroom for up to 12 guests.

HOTEL FEATURES & AMENITIES

▸ Complimentary Wi-Fi ▸ Complimentary fitness center

▸ Fully equipped kitchens ▸ Pet-friendly

Guest Rooms: 92 Meeting Rooms: 2 Largest Meeting Room Sq. Ft.: 900 Total Meeting Space Sq. Ft.: 988 100 E Tudor Road, Anchorage, AK 99503 | (907) 770-3400 aspenhotelsak.com/anchorage

CLARION SUITES DOWNTOWN Located in downtown Anchorage within walking distance of many area attractions, the Dena’ina Civic and Convention Center and William A. Egan Civic & Convention Center, and the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail.

HOTEL FEATURES & AMENITIES

▸ Complimentary airport shuttle ▸ Complimentary breakfast ▸ Complimentary Wi-Fi

▸ Complimentary pool/fitness center ▸ Pet-friendly

Guest Rooms: 112 Meeting Rooms: 3 Largest Meeting Room Sq. Ft.: 3,000 Total Meeting Space Sq. Ft.: 6,000 1110 West 8th Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99501 | (907) 222-5005 choicehotels.com/alaska/anchorage/clarion-hotels/ak030

COAST INN AT LAKE HOOD Conveniently located near the Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, with views of Lake Hood and 5,761 square feet of versatile meeting space for up to 300 guests.

HOTEL FEATURES & AMENITIES

▸ Complimentary airport shuttle ▸ Complimentary breakfast

▸ Complimentary Wi-Fi ▸ On-site restaurant & lounge

Guest Rooms: 141 Meeting Rooms: 3 Largest Meeting Room Sq. Ft.: 3,700 Total Meeting Space Sq. Ft.: 5,761 3450 Aviation Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99502 | (907) 243-2233 coasthotels.com/coast-inn-at-lake-hood

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COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT ANCHORAGE AIRPORT Close to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport and convention centers.

HOTEL FEATURES & AMENITIES

▸ Complimentary airport shuttle ▸ On-site restaurant

▸ Complimentary Wi-Fi ▸ Complimentary pool/fitness center

Guest Rooms: 156 Meeting Rooms: 2 Largest Meeting Room Sq. Ft.: 792 Total Meeting Space Sq. Ft.: 1,212 4901 Spenard Road, Anchorage, AK 99517 | (907) 245-0322 marriott.com/anccy

CROWNE PLAZA Situated within three miles of Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport and the Dena’ina Civic and Convention Center.

HOTEL FEATURES & AMENITIES

▸ Complimentary airport shuttle ▸ Complimentary Wi-Fi

▸ Complimentary pool/fitness center ▸ On-site restaurant & lounge

Guest Rooms: 165 Meeting Rooms: 3 Largest Meeting Room Sq. Ft.: 2,040 Total Meeting Space Sq. Ft.: 2,940 109 W International Airport Road, Anchorage, AK 99518 | (907) 433-4100 crowneplaza.com/anchorageak

DIMOND CENTER HOTEL Wholly owned and operated by the Seldovia Native Association, Inc., the Dimond Center Hotel offers a unique and welcoming experience like no other. Extraordinary by nature. Exceptional by design.

HOTEL FEATURES & AMENITIES

▸ Complimentary airport shuttle ▸ Complimentary breakfast ▸ Complimentary Wi-Fi

▸ On-site restaurant ▸ Complimentary fitness center ▸ Laundry on-site

Guest Rooms: 109 Meeting Rooms: 2 Largest Meeting Room Sq. Ft.: 1,538 Total Meeting Space Sq. Ft.: 2,192 700 E Dimond Boulevard, Anchorage, AK 99515 | (907) 770-5000 dimondcenterhotel.com

EMBASSY SUITES BY HILTON ANCHORAGE An all-suite full-service hotel featuring a wide array of business services.

HOTEL FEATURES & AMENITIES

▸ Complimentary airport shuttle ▸C omplimentary breakfast/ evening reception

▸ Complimentary Wi-Fi ▸ Complimentary pool/fitness center ▸ On-site restaurant & lounge

Guest Rooms: 169 Meeting Rooms: 11 Largest Meeting Room Sq. Ft.: 2,167 Total Meeting Space Sq. Ft.: 5,067 600 E Benson Boulevard, Anchorage, AK 99503 | (907) 332-7000 anchorage.embassysuites.com

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FOUR POINTS BY SHERATON ANCHORAGE DOWNTOWN Located in the heart of downtown Anchorage, just steps away from the 5th Avenue Mall and convention centers. Featuring one event room with 396 square feet of space.

HOTEL FEATURES & AMENITIES

▸ Complimentary fitness center ▸ On-site bar

▸ Complimentary Wi-Fi

Guest Rooms: 111 Meeting Rooms: 1 Largest Meeting Room Sq. Ft.: 396 Total Meeting Space Sq. Ft.: 396 325 West 8th Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99501 | (907) 274-1000 marriott.com/hotels/travel/ancfp-four-points-anchorage-downtown

HAMPTON INN ANCHORAGE A quiet retreat in the heart of Anchorage, featuring well-appointed executive meeting space with all-day meeting packages and in-house audiovisual.

HOTEL FEATURES & AMENITIES

▸ Complimentary airport shuttle ▸ Complimentary hot breakfast ▸ Complimentary Wi-Fi

▸ Complimentary pool/fitness center ▸ Pet-friendly

Guest Rooms: 101 Meeting Rooms: 3 Largest Meeting Room Sq. Ft.: 575 Total Meeting Space Sq. Ft.: 874 4301 Credit Union Drive, Anchorage, AK 99503 | (907) 550-7000 hilton.com/en/hotels/ancakhx-hampton-anchorage

HILTON GARDEN INN Space for everything from important business meetings to social gatherings of most sizes, plus on-site catering and state-of-the-art audiovisual equipment.

HOTEL FEATURES & AMENITIES

▸C omplimentary airport/ downtown shuttle ▸ Complimentary Wi-Fi

▸ Complimentary pool/fitness center ▸ On-site restaurant ▸ Pet-friendly

Guest Rooms: 125 Meeting Rooms: 4 Largest Meeting Room Sq. Ft.: 1,212 Total Meeting Space Sq. Ft.: 1,762 4555 Union Square Drive, Anchorage, AK 99503 | (907) 729-7000 hgihotelanchorage.com

HOMEWOOD SUITES BY HILTON Located in the center of Anchorage, with two executive meeting rooms, in-house catering, and all-day meeting packages.

HOTEL FEATURES & AMENITIES

▸C omplimentary airport/

downtown shuttle ▸C omplimentary hot breakfast/ evening social

▸ Complimentary Wi-Fi ▸ Complimentary pool/fitness center ▸ Pet-friendly

Guest Rooms: 122 Meeting Rooms: 2 Largest Meeting Room Sq. Ft.: 960 Total Meeting Space Sq. Ft.: 1,728 101 W 48th Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99503 | (907) 762-7000 anchorage.homewoodsuites.com

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HYATT HOUSE ANCHORAGE Located near Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport and many dining options.

HOTEL FEATURES & AMENITIES

▸ Complimentary airport shuttle ▸ Complimentary breakfast ▸ Complimentary Wi-Fi

▸ Complimentary pool/fitness center ▸ On-site lounge ▸ Pet-friendly

Guest Rooms: 144 Meeting Rooms: 1 Largest Meeting Room Sq. Ft.: 650 Total Meeting Space Sq. Ft.: 650 5141 Business Park Boulevard, Anchorage, AK 99503 | (907) 992-2200 hyatthouseanchorage.com

HYATT PLACE ANCHORAGE Located 3.6 miles from the airport and seven minutes from downtown Anchorage, with three flexible event spaces and dedicated on-site support.

HOTEL FEATURES & AMENITIES

▸C omplimentary airport/

downtown shuttle ▸ Complimentary breakfast ▸ Complimentary Wi-Fi

▸ Complimentary pool/fitness center ▸ On-site lounge ▸ Pet-friendly

Guest Rooms: 150 Meeting Rooms: 3 Largest Meeting Room Sq. Ft.: 1,069 Total Meeting Space Sq. Ft.: 1,514 101 E Tudor Road, Anchorage, AK 99503 | (907) 562-1235 hyattplaceanchoragemidtown.com

RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT A convenient midtown location with easy access to the University of Alaska, Anchorage, Providence Hospital, and the BP Energy Center.

HOTEL FEATURES & AMENITIES

▸ Complimentary airport shuttle ▸ Complimentary breakfast ▸ Complimentary Wi-Fi

▸ Complimentary pool/fitness center ▸ Pet-friendly

Guest Rooms: 148 Meeting Rooms: 1 Largest Meeting Room Sq. Ft.: 270 Total Meeting Space Sq. Ft.: 270 1025 35th Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99508 | (907) 563-9844 marriott.com/ancri

SPRINGHILL SUITES UNIVERSITY LAKE Featuring a peaceful lakefront setting and meeting space for up to 25 guests.

HOTEL FEATURES & AMENITIES

▸ Complimentary airport shuttle ▸ Complimentary breakfast

▸ Complimentary Wi-Fi ▸ Complimentary pool/fitness center

Guest Rooms: 159 Meeting Rooms: 1 Largest Meeting Room Sq. Ft.: 580 Total Meeting Space Sq. Ft.: 580 4050 University Lake Drive, Anchorage, AK 99508 | (907) 751-6300 marriott.com/ancum

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EVENTS & SPORTING VENUES With fantastic trails, massive parks, and world-class skiing, Anchorage is the perfect place for all kinds of races and runs. Popular local picks range from the annual Mayor’s Marathon, Alyeska Climbathon, and Twilight 12K to the family favorite Shamrock Shuffle, Anchorage RunFest, and Tuesday Night Races.

THE FUN DOESN’T STOP THERE.

GIRDWOOD Alaska’s dreams of downhill glory start in Girdwood. The slopes of Alyeska have been the site of Alpine competition in Alaska for decades, with several U.S. National and Junior National races taking place on the mountain.

Girdwood is home to the longest continuous double black diamond ski run in North America.

FACT: Hit the slopes without the altitude sickness: Anchorage is located comfortably at sea level, so alpine adventures deliver breathtaking views without leaving you breathless.

KINCAID PARK With 1,400 acres of parkland and nearly 40 miles of multipurpose trails, Kincaid Park is Anchorage’s mecca for outdoor sporting events. Home to numerous community races and frequent top-tier events, from the U.S. Nationals cross-country skiing championship to the Special Olympics World Winter Games and several National Masters crosscountry skiing championships.

ALASKA AIRLINES CENTER The Alaska Airlines Center has tipped off a new option for planners. The 5,000-seat arena offers more than court space. An auxiliary gym, box suites, in-house catering and dining establishments, an indoor jogging track, and sports medicine facilities are all under one roof.

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The staff at Visit Anchorage was truly amazing and instrumental in our conference planning.

Bonnie Anderson, Region X VPPPA Chairperson

TOP TRAILS Anchorage has some of the best trails in the world, with more than 135 miles of multiuse paths recognized by everyone from Runner’s World and Bicycling Magazine to the National Hiking Society.

The four main trails — the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail, Campbell Creek Trail, Lanie Fleischer Chester Creek Trail, and Ship Creek Trail — host everything from 5K fun runs to marathons to morning bike commuters. Explored together, these four trails form a 32-mile route called the Moose Loop, a popular path tracing the profile of a moose around the perimeter of the city.

POOLS, PARKS, LINKS & RINKS In a city this large, the possibilities are endless. ▸P lay golf under the midnight sun, with tee times as late as 10 p.m. at Anchorage’s 9-hole or three 18-hole golf courses. ▸T ake a dip in one of Anchorage’s indoor swimming pools. ▸A ccess dozens of indoor and outdoor playing fields, shooting, and archery ranges. ▸L ace up your skates for a spin around Anchorage’s 400-meter outdoor speed skating oval, or more than a dozen indoor and outdoor ice rinks.

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Know

THE PROS STERLING SUPPORT

Visit Anchorage has the tools and services to help make planning, promoting, and producing your meeting easy.

▸G orgeous stock photography, videos, pre-packaged ads, and emails can help showcase Anchorage on your website, brochures, or promotional materials prior to an event.

▸V isit Anchorage staff are available to help promote attendance, ensuring as many delegates as possible will experience an unforgettable meeting in Anchorage.

▸W elcome signage, visitor guides, brochures, maps,

and gift-bag materials will help guide attendees around town; complimentary registration assistance is also available.

▸A nchorage destination management companies

and event suppliers can handle everything from pre/post-meeting tours to centerpieces and color copies. Let us connect you.

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I have been planning conferences for more than three decades throughout the U.S. There is no better city than Anchorage for help in getting to know the city and planning the conference.

Larry Peltz, Finance Chairman, American Fisheries Society

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TRULY ALASKAN Infuse your trip with the spirit of Alaska: Anchorage DMCs can make all the arrangements for Alaska-themed events.

▸F ind a serene spot nestled in the mountains for a dose of rejuvenating natural splendor.

▸G et wild with visits from Alaska animals; hang out with the top dogs of the Iditarod, or go eye-to-eye with a bald eagle.

▸ L earn about the traditions, history, and

culture of Alaska’s Indigenous people through performing arts and cultural tours.

TIP: Access Anchorage’s Meeting Planner Toolkit online: VisitAnchorage.com/meetings

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Incentive

TRAVEL Design a trip your client will be talking about for years to come. Alaska is the perfect place for your corporate and incentive programs, and Anchorage’s wide variety of experiences will amaze both you and your participants.

Ride a dog sled on a glacier, raft Alaska‘s wild rivers, fish for huge king salmon, pan for gold at a real mine, and dine on fresh Alaska seafood aboard a luxury catamaran in front of a calving glacier: Anchorage has the transportation, accommodations, and high level of service to make planning incentive travel easy and memorable.

SPEND A DAY SOUTH OF ANCHORAGE The activities listed below can be done with or without included transportation and offer a full day of scenery, sightseeing, and adventure. It’s just a taste of the many unique adventures accessible from Anchorage.

TURNAGAIN ARM & PRINCE WILLIAM SOUND Duration: 6 - 10 hours GIRDWOOD:

▸ Alyeska Resort Aerial Tram ▸ Guided hiking ▸ Glacier dog sledding ▸ Gold panning ▸ Helicopter and flightseeing tours PORTAGE:

▸ Portage Glacier and Begich, Boggs Visitor Center ▸ Spencer Glacier rafting, ice climbing, kayaking tours ▸ Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center WHITTIER:

▸ Prince William Sound glacier day cruise ▸ Prince William Sound kayak or jet ski tours

KENAI PENINSULA & SEWARD

Duration: Full-day adventure (8 - 12 hours) KENAI/SOLDOTNA/COOPER LANDING:

▸ Kenai Peninsula whitewater rafting ▸ Kenai River guided salmon fishing SEWARD:

▸K enai Fjords National Park wildlife and glacier day cruises

▸ Resurrection Bay guided kayaking tours ▸ Exit Glacier and Visitor Center ▸ Alaska SeaLife Center

One Contact. Endless Possibilities.

Complete incentive, conference & event planning/production

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So You’re Coming to

ANCHORAGE Planning meetings might look different these days, but Anchorage keeps things simple and special. Personalized attention and innovative tools meet the changing needs for flexibility and efficiency, making it as easy as ever to begin planning your next meeting in Anchorage.

PROPOSAL ASSISTANCE Planning a meeting can be demanding, so why not get some free support? Enlist the help of Visit Anchorage’s convention sales team and have all the information assembled in a simple, concise presentation.

▸F or meetings requiring 10 or more sleeping rooms

per night, Visit Anchorage will check meeting space and hotel room availability for your group.

▸P roposals can either be emailed directly to you

from the hotels or compiled into a comprehensive package including information on meeting facilities, transportation, destination management services, freight services, and activity suggestions.

▸D iscover all the ways Anchorage can work for

you with our personalized e-proposal tool. Find competitive pricing at local hotels and other venues. We’ll present the best meeting spaces, accommodations, and other options suitable for your specific event, saving time and tailoring the process to your individual needs.

FAMS & SITE SELECTION You’ve heard about all the fun we have in Alaska, and now you’re considering planning a meeting in Anchorage. If you are interested in an Anchorage site inspection spiced with only-in-Alaska fun, contact our convention sales team.

TIP: Arrange for an opening

reception appearance from Seymour of Anchorage, the largerthan-life moose mascot of the city.

PRIOR TO YOUR ANCHORAGE MEETING Prior to a meeting, staff can supply gorgeous Anchorage photography and other marketing tools for use in brochures and promotional materials.

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Videos Pre-packaged ads Feature stories Email templates Brochures Maps

PERSONAL ATTENTION Anchorage might be the largest city in Alaska, but it’s always easy to access personalized planning help and tailored assistance. Visit Anchorage has the tools to ensure your gathering gets the spotlight it deserves. You’ll find urban amenities wrapped in warm small-town hospitality. Around here, nobody stays a stranger for long.

▸F riendly staff provide individualized one-on-one support throughout the planning process.

▸S pecial touches like customized signage are available to greet guests at every turn.

▸O ur deep community connections mean

Anchorage is always ready and waiting to welcome you.

VIRTUAL TOURS Take a tour before you travel. An array of new virtual tools allow you to explore Anchorage convention centers and top local attractions from afar. Browse meeting rooms, stroll downtown streets, and examine immersive 3D models of key facilities. You don’t have to hop a flight to start seeing what Anchorage has to offer.

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We had a great experience in Anchorage.

For the first time in my 15-year career we didn’t have one complaint. As far as I’m concerned, it was the best meeting ever!

Kim Anderson, Staff Director, American Bar Association Solo, Small Firm & General Practice Division

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Co-owners of Marx Bros. Cafe Van Hale and Jack Amon

Real Alaskan Stories

LOCAL FLAVOR Jack Amon’s appreciation for quality cuisine runs in the family. His grandfather, who emigrated from Greece, was an excellent cook; Amon grew up with him and grew to love spending time in the kitchen.

His fondness for fine food never left. It stayed with Amon when he eventually traveled north to help a friend homestead in British Columbia, and it stuck with him when he ventured on to Wrangell and eventually to Anchorage, where he came to work in a Cook Inlet oil patch during Alaska’s early pipeline boom days.

Here, he found a land of opportunity — and he was again drawn back to the kitchen. He talked his way into a job at the Hotel Captain Cook, worked a booth at local fairs to get things going, and in 1979, along with business partner Richard “Van” Hale, he co-founded the renowned Anchorage restaurant known as the Marx Bros. Cafe.

More than 40 years later, the downtown establishment still serves an elevated taste of Alaska, with intimate seating, an extensive wine list, and a menu studded with locally sourced ingredients and fresh Alaska flavor. A pioneer of Anchorage’s culinary community, the restaurant has now hosted more than four decades worth of Alaska birthdays and anniversaries, and other special life events. And Amon prizes that role in the community.

Over the years, Marx Bros. has been widely celebrated for its achievements in and out of the kitchen. From AAA Four Diamond Restaurant, to involvement with the local Rotary to induction into the Alaska Business

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Hall of Fame, community ties remain a cornerstone of the cafe. Decades after Amon settled down and set up shop in Anchorage, the Marx Bros. is still known as a fine-dining experience that feels like home.

Halibut Baked in Macadamia Nuts with Coconut Curry and Mango Chutney 1 lb. fresh halibut, cut into 4 oz. fillets 1 lb. ground, roasted, nosalt macadamia nuts 2 eggs, lightly beaten with 2 tbsp. water

4 tbsp. clarified butter 3 cups coconut milk 4 tbsp. red curry paste 1 cup mango chutney flour for breading

1/3 tsp. cayenne Preheat oven to 375 degrees.

Dredge the halibut fillets in flour, shaking off the excess.

Add cayenne to the beaten eggs, and dip fillets in egg mixture. Roll in ground macadamia nuts, and place on a greased cookie sheet or on a sheet covered with parchment. Pour 1 tbsp. of clarified butter over each fillet and bake 10-15 minutes, or until fish are just done.

While fish is cooking prepare curry sauce. Heat 2 tbsp. of peanut oil in a heavy sauce pan. Add 3 tbsp. of curry paste and cook 1 minute. Add coconut milk and bring to boil. Allow to reduce by half. Keep warm.

To serve ,divide the sauce onto heated plates. Place fish on top and garnish each piece with a spoonful of mango chutney.

Real Alaskan Stories

MUSH ON

a true champion

“Living in Alaska has given me the American dream to its absolute fullest,” says four-time Iditarod Champion Martin Buser. Born in Winterthur, Switzerland in 1958, Buser became fascinated with sled dogs while still a teen. He came to Alaska in 1979 to enhance his knowledge of the care and training of sled dogs. His plan was to stay in Alaska for a year.

Lake, Alaska, about 60 miles north of Anchorage, where the family owns and manages Happy Trails Kennel.

“Well, I was hooked on the dogs, and it was the beginning of the end for me,” said Buser. “I wanted to stay in Alaska.”

Martin is a man who embodies all that Alaska represents – its spirit; its competitive nature; its love of the land; and its creatures. Martin is a tireless advocate for his Alaska huskies, often spending his time traveling around the state and talking to different groups about his dogs and how he cares for them at home and on the trail.

In 1980, he ran his first Iditarod, Alaska’s great sled dog race, which begins in Anchorage and ends on the western coast of Alaska in the city of Nome. Buser has completed the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race® more than 25 times, giving him the most consecutive finishes of any Iditarod musher.

Martin, wife Kathy Chapoton, and sons Nikolai and Rohn (both named after Iditarod checkpoints), reside in Big

Martin Buser a few miles before the Unalakleet checkpoint during Iditarod 2009

“I got here in 1979 with a backpack and a couple of dirty pairs of blue jeans. And now, we’ve carved out a great corner of Alaska. Really, I could have anything my little heart desires,” said Buser.

“I’ve learned the language well enough to share my stories and my life with visitors. I have made a 365-day-a-year commitment to the dogs and want to do my dogs justice.” Martin Buser is living a life as big as Alaska.

Real Alaskan Stories

A TASTE FOR ADVENTURE

Co-owners of 49th State Brewing Co. David McCarthy and Jason Motyka

A veteran of Chicago’s food and beverage industry, David McCarthy first arrived in Denali via a motorcycle trip up from the contiguous United States. Jason Motyka, hailing from Anchorage, went to Denali to become a raft guide on the Nenana River.

While they followed different roads north, they held a shared goal: showcasing Alaska’s warm hospitality and spectacular natural bounty. It led them to join forces in 2005, founding a hospitality group that today has grown to include two brewpubs, three restaurants, a beverage company, a hotel, and a location in Anchorage — the iconic 49th State Brewing Company.

Featuring sprawling deck views of the Chugach Mountains, Cook Inlet, and Mount Susitna, the brewpub is surrounded by mesmerizing Alaska scenery. But the devotion to authenticity goes deeper. Ingredients are sourced directly from Alaska’s fields and fisheries; craft beers are created with ingredients ranging from local honey, wheat, and birch syrup to spruce tips, Chaga, and even fresh Alaska oysters.

And food and drink are just the beginning. To McCarthy and Motyka, true Alaskan hospitality means being a community center — a principle that remains at the heart of the 49th State Brewing Company’s identity to this day.

The brewpub is a neighborhood gathering place, regularly hosting a rainbow of shows and events, and filled with unique Alaska touches.

Throughout the building, patrons can find original elements created especially for the establishment by a variety of Alaska artists. It’s part of providing the homegrown hospitality the brewpub has cultivated from the beginning: No matter what roads you take to arrive, the Alaska-sized welcome is always the same.

Real Alaskan Stories

COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS A born and raised Alaskan, Candice McDonald Kotyk hails from a family of entrepreneurs, so it only seemed natural to follow in their footsteps and build her own Alaska business when the time was right.

It happened in 2005. After a stint working the Prudhoe Bay oil patch on Alaska’s North Slope, a trip to Antarctica, and two years working for Holland America’s rail line, Kotyk saw an opportunity to set out on a new adventure while still showing off the beauty of Alaska, and Salmon Berry Travel & Tours was born.

The company started off with walking tours and a few Ford vans, outfitted with magnetic signage that would blow off when the winds kicked up along Turnagain Arm. Some of the first photos from those early days show Kotyk leading a small group around Independence Mine State Historical Park, marveling at the natural beauty and man-made history around them.

These days, a lot has changed. The company has grown substantially. Now it supports more Alaska jobs, serves more visitors, and offers aurora viewing, mushing excursions, glacier viewing, wildlife watching, and everything in between. The old vans were long ago upgraded to a fleet of freightliner sprinters helmed by commercially licensed drivers with rescue training.

Still, some things stay the same. Salmon Berry still leads tours at Independence Mine. The community ties undergirding the company since the beginning still run as deep and strong as ever. If anything, now, they go deeper.

“I have a new appreciation for our community as seen through visitors’ eyes,” Kotyk said. “It speaks to this Alaskan, genuine friendliness. This industry is like no other, and I don’t believe I’d feel the same anywhere else.”

Co-owners Candice McDonald Kotyk and Mandy Garcia

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LOCAL DINING

& breweries

Anchorage has an appetite for more than just adventure. Fresh and sustainable local ingredients, award-winning craft brews, a rainbow of cuisines, and a roster of world-class chefs make dining in Anchorage a culinary delight.

FACT: Alaska has more coastline than all other states combined, so seafood always shines: Look for salmon, halibut, king crab, and scallops.

FROM PEAK TO PLATE “Farm to table” takes on a new meaning when meals are harvested from land as lush and wild as Alaska.

Whether it’s king salmon hooked from a Southcentral Alaska river, jumbo vegetables cultivated in the nearby Matanuska Valley, sizzling reindeer sausage prepared by a local meat processor, or ripe berries plucked straight from the Chugach Mountains, food in Anchorage is as fresh as it gets.

PRIVATE DINING Private dining options are available at top restaurants around the city, whether you’re looking for upscale elegance or casual comfort.

▸ Enjoy craft beer at Glacier BrewHouse. ▸S avor fresh salmon and scallops at Bridge Seafood Restaurant. ▸ R elish creative Alaska cuisine at MUSE at the Anchorage Museum. ▸ Discover new local flavors at Simon & Seafort’s Saloon & Grill.

Other private dining options include everything from brewpubs to pizzerias and wine bars – contact the Visit Anchorage convention sales team to learn more.

WHAT’S BREWING Anchorage brewpubs offer full food service menus, plus award-winning local microbrews. Enjoy a basket of beer-battered halibut and a cold Sockeye Red IPA; or a king salmon wrap with a Prince William Porter. ▸F ind more local flavor at a craft brewery. There are more than a dozen located throughout the city, and they use city water from a nearby glacial lake to craft unique tastes savored throughout the state. ▸L ooking for a different kind of drink? Try a local distillery, meadery, or cider house: Using fresh Alaska ingredients and pristine glacier water, they offer something to quench every thirst.

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Anchorage’s dining options include everything from fourstar, award-winning restaurants with sweeping views, to intimate bistros, down-home diners, cozy coffee houses, and casual food stands. The setting may vary, but the meal is always exemplary.

Grab a fork and explore all that Anchorage has to offer.

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CULTURE There are countless ways to infuse your meeting sessions with vibrant local culture and entertainment.

INDIGENOUS INFLUENCE Anchorage is located on the traditional homelands of the Dena’ina Athabascan people, and Dena’ina culture continues to shape the city. Enjoy art, music, dance, storytelling, and other opportunities to learn about the original culture unique to the Anchorage area.

REFRESHING RECREATION Recharge between meetings with an outdoor yoga class or pre-reception salsa session, or include the whole family in a summer fun run on a downtown trail, or an all-ages winter open skate at a local outdoor rink. The options are as endless as an Alaska summer day.

INSPIRATION, ALASKA-STYLE The Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race® is one of the toughest athletic endeavors in the world, and Anchorage makes it easy to hear tales from the trail. The men and women who run the race know a little something about managing a team, facing incredible obstacles, and the thrill of victory. Not only do these champions train sled dogs and take care of their homesteads, they also give keynote speeches.

Delegates will find plenty to do in Anchorage after the day’s meetings wrap up. With the best shopping in Alaska and plenty of fun in local bars and clubs, there are entertainment options to fill even the longest summer days.

FIND SOMETHING SPECIAL Shopping in Anchorage is both interesting and affordable. Delegates can find brand names or step into locally owned shops featuring unique Alaska gifts, from pieces of Alaska jade, beaded jewelry, soapstone figurines, or an ulu – the traditional, curved knife used in food preparation.

▸D avid Green Master Furrier is a top destination for high-quality Alaska fur products.

▸A rctic Treasures art gallery

features authentic pieces from Alaska Native artists around the state.

▸T he Oomingmak Musk Ox

Producers’ Cooperative stocks unique Alaska knitwear woven from the soft underwool of local musk oxen.

▸ I nternational brands like the

Apple Store, Lululemon, and Coach balance out the Anchorage shopping scene.

HOT SPOTS & COOL FINDS TICKET TO FUN Anchorage plays host to many national touring performers, as well as up-and-coming local artists, and world-class theater productions.

There are late night blues clubs, martini bars, brewpubs, and wine bars.

Anchorage karaoke can always bring a group together, and comedy shows at local bars are always good for a laugh.

FIRST FRIDAY The first Friday of every month brings special showings and displays to galleries, bars, and cafes around the city. Look for windowfront art walks, live music, artist talks, and interactive exhibits celebrating Anchorage’s colorful local arts scene.

FACT: Anchorage has no sales tax, so take advantage of an affordable opportunity to bring home a locally made treasure.

The signature Made in Alaska mark means you’ve found something special – products handmade or manufactured right here in the Great Land. Items bearing the Made in Alaska seal go through a special permitting process to ensure authenticity, so you can be confident your souvenirs support local Alaska artists and crafters. urban &

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ACTIVITIES EXPLORING ALASKA ▸ DISCOVER DENALI – Denali is breathtaking,

even from a distance. North America’s tallest peak can be spotted from downtown Anchorage on a clear day, and getting a closer look at this giant mountain is easy. Flightseeing trips depart Anchorage daily to circle Denali, explore the surrounding glaciers, and discover wildlife roaming along the route.

▸E XPLORE OPEN WATER – Cruise in Prince William Sound or Kenai Fjords National Park.

Hear the crack of calving glaciers, see whales breach alongside the bow, and keep an eye out for other marine wildlife while enjoying fresh air, pristine water, and wild Alaska seafood. ▸F ISH ON! – Land a monster king salmon steps from downtown hotels. Ship Creek is one of the most accessible sport fisheries in the state, and king and silver salmon surge upstream during the summer. That’s just the beginning of the fishing. Monster halibut and all five species of Pacific salmon are found within a day’s drive or short flight away. ▸W INTER WONDERLAND – Snowshoe through boreal forests, zip along a backwoods trail on a dog sled, or get cozy with a thermos of hot cocoa as you watch the shimmering northern lights. Winter in Anchorage is the prime time to enjoy iconic Alaska activities.

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A meeting or convention in Anchorage brings out the explorer in all of us. Host a meeting here and give delegates the opportunity to knock a few things off the bucket list.

AREA ADVENTURES NORTH

Nearby outfitters can provide all the right gear for a winter ski trip, a summer fishing excursion, and everything in between.

(maximum 60-minute drive)

EKLUTNA LAKE Get out on the water with a kayak (rentals are available), or walk or bike along the scenic Eklutna Lakeside Trail.

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EKLUTNA HISTORICAL PARK Learn about the region’s Dena’ina Athabascan culture and Russian Orthodox traditions. The split-log Old St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Church is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

THUNDER BIRD FALLS A mile-long hike from the parking lot takes visitors to the 200-foot Thunder Bird Falls, and an observation platform offers a close-up view of the cascade.

EAGLE RIVER NATURE CENTER Dive into Chugach State Park from a trailhead at the Eagle River Nature Center, which also offers interpretive material and educational programs.

(maximum 90-minute drive)

PORTAGE VALLEY Stretch your legs on the Williwaw Nature Trail, walk the Trail of Blue Ice, explore the Begich, Boggs Visitor Center, then lace up your boots for a hike back to Byron Glacier.

PORTAGE GLACIER CRUISES See Portage Glacier from the deck of the mv Ptarmigan, which offers an hour-long glacier cruise on Portage Lake.

ALASKA WILDLIFE CONSERVATION CENTER Get up-close and personal with some of Alaska’s most recognizable wildlife; bears, bison, moose, and more roam the center’s 200 acres of habitat along Turnagain Arm.

ALYESKA AERIAL TRAM

CROW CREEK MINE

Take a ride to 2,300 feet above sea level on the Alyeska Tramway, which provides broad views of Girdwood’s Glacier Valley and quick access to mountaintop dining, hiking, and sightseeing.

Home to the most historically prolific mining in Southcentral Alaska, Crow Creek Mine is a picturesque place to explore the area’s gold rush history (and maybe try your luck with a pan).

INDIAN VALLEY MINE NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE Stop for a picnic with a panoramic view and a visit to the site’s two historic buildings.

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OUR TEAM THEY LOVE ALASKA. The members of our experienced convention sales team at Visit Anchorage look forward to working with you.

Some have lived here their whole lives; others fell in love with Alaska at first sight and never left. Whether they are hooked on fishing, dreaming of dog mushing, or soaking up midnight sun, each wants to share Anchorage’s amazing appeal with your group. They’re here to ensure your meeting is fun, stress-free, and successful – and their experience, dedication, and professionalism has been recognized with nearly two dozen Gold Service Awards from Meetings & Conventions magazine.

The Visit Anchorage team is seasoned, savvy, and standing by to help meeting planners produce successful and unforgettable gatherings. It is more than personal passion.

It is knowledge and know-how that can connect your group with the best of Alaska.

Left to Right: Tia Froehle, Tourism Sales Manager; Cherise Arola, Convention Sales Manager; Andrea Schmidt, Convention Sales Manager; Shelli Stanton, Convention Sales Manager; David Kasser, VP of Sales

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