Colorado Demonstrates How to Host Meetings During COVID-19

For two days in early October 2020, Destination Colorado teamed up with the Aspen Chamber Resort Association to demonstrate how to host meetings during COVID-19 while keeping both attendees’ health and a great experience at the forefront. During the annual Customer Appreciation Event, Destination Colorado interviewed several attendees to gather feedback and learn about how properties around the state are working with groups to make in-person events a reality again.

Meeting Safely During a Pandemic

A snapshot of how Destination Colorado and its partners have demonstrated meeting safely during a pandemic and thoughts from organizers and attendees.

Destination for Meetings and Events: Palisade, Colorado

Palisade is one of Colorado’s western slope destinations for meetings and events you might not be familiar with. It’s a small community of just over 2,700 full-time residents but is sure to capture the hearts of planners and attendees alike with scenic splendor, outdoor activities and prime location in the heart of the state’s wine and orchard country.

Destination for Meetings and Events: Glenwood Springs, Colorado

Located in the heart of Colorado Rockies along the Interstate 70 corridor, planning a Glenwood Springs meeting is easy in this town that has long been known for its amazing hot springs. The year-round destination, originally known as Defiance, has come into its own over the years with a well-rounded selection of attractions and outdoor activities, an active downtown district, and an expanding number of venues for groups. Here’s a list of five reasons why planners should consider Glenwood Springs.

How to Host an Event During COVID-19

How do you successfully host an annual business event that people are willing and eager to attend during COVID-19? After discussing, brainstorming and partnering with Aspen Chamber Resort Association, host venues like Aspen Meadows Resort and various partners, Destination Colorado elected to move forward with its annual Customer Appreciation Event (CAE) on Oct. 7 – 8, 2020. The format was similar to past years with each detail carefully curated to ensure COVID-19 awareness and safety without sacrificing the integrity of the experience.

Will Zoom Meetings Ever Replace Face-to-Face Meetings?

While I’ve found Zoom, WebEx, GoToMeeting and all the video conferencing platforms helpful for work and socializing during the COVID-19 pandemic, I’ve also concluded that I don’t think Zoom meetings will ever replace face-to-face meetings.

Destination for Meetings and Events: Black Hawk, Colorado

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Unique Meeting Venues in Colorado

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Destination for Meetings and Events: Golden, Colorado

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