Event Planner's Guide 2018

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Meeting Planner FAQs Q:WHAT GROUP SIZE CAN YOU ACCOMMODATE? A: The largest meeting space in Greater Portland is just over 35,000 sq ft. There is a combined available square footage of 112,000 sq ft from conference venues in Portland’s downtown. Q:WHEN IS PEAK SEASON? A: June-October is considered peak season for Portland. For a more budget-friendly meeting, consider our region during the winter season. Our city is a vibrant meetings destination year-round! Q:DO I NEED A MEETING PLANNER? A: Our sales team can act as your local liaison while planning your event at no cost to you. From choosing the ideal venue to assisting with vendor referrals, our goal is to provide you with services to make your meeting a success. Q:CAN YOU HELP MARKET & BUILD ATTENDANCE? A Yes! We are happy to help market your event. We can post your meeting’s details to our Events Calendar and use our social media channels to help promote it. Additionally, we provide our printed marketing materials and high resolution destination images and promotional videos. Q:DO YOU HAVE GIFT BAGS WITH LOCAL PRODUCTS? A: Our team can provide your guests with our complimentary Visitor’s Guide publication. We are also happy to connect you with local makers that will work with you to craft Maine-made gifts for your swag bag. Q:WHERE DO WE GET THE BEST LOBSTER? A : Maine Lobster is the sweetest, most flavorful lobster you can eat—hand-caught by local fishermen committed to sustainable fishing for generations. Many restaurants offer a variety of lobster dishes but all are made with the freshest of Maine’s most sought-after delicacy. Q:WHERE CAN I HAVE A LOBSTER BAKE? A: There are several ways you can host your own lobster bake for your group. You can bring in a local caterer to one of our unique venues, dine at one of Portland’s mouth-watering restaurants, or even take a scenic cruise on Casco Bay as you crack into those lobsters.

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