Close Has Its Advantages

Getting away from the office is important, but staying close has its advantages. It’s easier to plan and get people to participate if you keep it close. Keep in mind the following pluses for nearby meetings:

• Reduced travel cost and travel time
• Fewer work and family distractions by getting away from the office
• Possibility of partners joining
• Easier to bring in local management or executives

Local

Our own backyard is Atlanta, GA; yours may be different. Wherever it is, consider venues that would enhance what you are trying to accomplish.

Some of Atlanta’s great venues are:

• Chateau Elan
• Barnsley Gardens
• Ritz Carlton, Reynolds Plantation
• Lake Lanier Islands

Regional

Regional destinations may be just close enough – yet far enough also. The Southeast U.S. has incredible destinations: