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Guest Post: 5 Reasons to Meet in Missoula

When it comes to planning a successful meeting, retreat, or conference, Missoula checks all the right boxes. From accessibility and amenities to unforgettable experiences, this vibrant mountain town makes it easy for planners to deliver both productivity and inspiration. Here are five reasons to put Missoula at the top of your list. 1. Easy to […]

September 3, 2025

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Rethinking Incentive Travel? No Passport Required for Western Montana

Why Western Montana Is the Perfect Incentive Destination Amid Travel UncertaintyAs global events continue to evolve, the conversation around international travel is top of mind for many meeting planners. Shifting advisories, increased traveler sentiment, and added complexities have prompted organizations to take a fresh look at their incentive travel strategies. For those seeking an inspiring, […]

What Meeting Planners Want to Know When Considering Western Montana

Meeting in Montana can seem daunting for planners unfamiliar with the Treasure State. While it might not be on everyone’s list for smaller meetings or regional conventions, it should be. Montana offers something special—a retreat from the hustle and bustle of urban life into a mountain setting, rich with outdoor activities that can seamlessly integrate […]

MEET IN MONTANA – A MEETINGS MEDIA FAM

Western Montana’s Glacier Country recently hosted a familiarization (FAM) tour for content creators, editors and journalists from the meetings industry across the U.S. This tour showcased our three anchor cities: Missoula, Kalispell and Whitefish. Our goal was to highlight each community’s unique and distinct vibe and ease of accessibility, leaving our journalists assured that Western […]

What’s New in 2024 for Western Montana’s Glacier Country

Western Montana’s Glacier Country is charging into 2024 with new tourism related products, including new experiential offerings like western hat making with The Hat Edit, new charter services with Western Pleasure Tours and, of course, tasty culinary options. Here is just a sampling of what’s been rolled out recently and what’s coming in the year ahead. […]

Four and Five-star Meeting Accommodations in Western Montana

In meeting planners’ quest for exceptional four and five-star meeting locations, take notice of the hidden gems in Western Montana. Beyond the unique and gorgeous accommodations, the refined service and the meticulous attention to detail you seek, Western Montana’s Glacier Country offers something extraordinary: our magnificent landscapes, as well. Western Montana is not just a […]

Guest Blog: 5 Reasons to Meet in Missoula Montana

Missoula is a chameleon. It feels like a small town when I run into a neighbor in the airport TSA line, but when enjoying a rooftop cocktail before heading to see a nationally acclaimed musical artist at the KettleHouse Amphitheater, the vibe leans more hip, urban city. As a Missoula native, I feel incredibly lucky […]

Create a Big Impact With a Small Meeting in Western Montana

As the meetings industry recovers from an unprecedented time caused by the global pandemic, meeting planners are looking for new ways to build community, celebrate achievements of team members and engage attendees for positive and productive results. Many have turned their focus to smaller, simpler meetings of shorter duration than in previous years but with […]

New Lodging & Tourism Products in Western Montana

I’m sure we can all agree, it’s been a rollercoaster ride of sorts over the last couple of years, especially in tourism and hospitality. However, it’s also brought a lot of new tourism related products to the region of Western Montana. Here is just a sampling of what’s been rolled out recently and what’s coming […]

Did You Miss the Missoula Meeting Planner FAM?

Did you know that Missoula, Montana, was named one of the 25 best towns EVER by Outside Magazine? Described by Outside, “Missoula has all the adventure a traveler could ask for, while also offering drool-worthy food and drink scenes, a kid-friendly environment, and a welcome mat to people of all backgrounds.” Recently, Western Montana’s Glacier […]

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Guest Post: 5 Reasons to Meet in Missoula

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