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Western Montana Wildlife Viewing Guide

One of the things that makes Montana so special is that we share the land with an abundance of beautiful, wild creatures. Western Montana’s Glacier Country is comprises millions of acres of public land that is home to 83 species of mammals and 393 species of birds—and seeing them is easier than you think. From designated […]

October 25, 2023

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Trends: Elevate Your Corporate Incentive Meeting in Western Montana’s Glacier Country

As the world of corporate meetings and incentives is on track to exceed pre-pandemic levels, let’s explore the trends in incentive travel and how Western Montana’s Glacier Country fits into these trends, making it the perfect destination for your next corporate incentive meeting. Trend 1: Immersive ExperiencesToday’s incentive participants usually have high expectations and are […]

October 2, 2023

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How to Theme Your Meeting, Montana Style

You’re planning a meeting in Montana. And, chances are, the location is one of the primary reasons you selected Montana for your meeting destination. Your primary goal: to have a well-attended, educational, productive event. Your secondary goal is to make it a fantastic meeting that attendees will remember and talk about long after the event. […]

Sustainable Destination Initiatives in Western Montana’s Glacier Country

The research is clear: more travelers are looking for destinations that are focused on environmental sustainability for their next vacation or meeting location. Concerns about the environment rank highest among millennials, followed closely by Gen Z travelers. According to a new study by MMGY, travelers are considering the environmental efforts of companies and destinations when […]

Western Montana City Tours for FIT and Small Groups

A city tour is an ideal way for your group to experience our small towns, finding favorite local spots to eat and drink. Our larger, vibrant towns of Missoula, Whitefish and Kalispell have lots to do, including a variety of city tour options. From self-guided historic and art tours to guided food or brewery tours, […]

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 […]

Selecting Off-site Venues in Western Montana’s Glacier Country

We all know that conferences and meetings are attended for many reasons: continuing education, training, sales and networking. And for most meetings, convention centers or hotel meeting rooms are the right environment for hosting a well-organized meeting. However, a great off-site venue, especially in Western Montana’s Glacier Country, can shake things up a bit, add […]

Top 10 Spring Experiences in Western Montana

Many visitors to Western Montana’s Glacier Country arrive in July and August, but I’d like to let you in on a little secret you can share with your FIT/Group clients: Spring is one of the best times to visit Montana. Baby animals emerge, wildflowers bloom, and with the snowmelt comes rushing rapids and waterfalls. The […]

Adding Outdoor Adventure to a Meeting Agenda in Montana

We’ve all contemplated how to boost attendance at the next association meeting or add an element of intrigue to an upcoming corporate retreat, right? We all know attendees look forward to visiting a destination that they’ve never been to or taking part in an exciting outdoor experience or activity that is part of the conference […]

Group Friendly Restaurants and Contingency Plans for 2023

Western Montana is excited to welcome group tours to Glacier Country in 2023 and beyond. While our summer season (July and August) experiences high visitation, we know that the lure of ascending the Going-to-the-Sun Road in Glacier National Park is often a bucket list experience for many and can only be driven late June through […]

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Four and Five-star Meeting Accommodations in Western Montana

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Western Montana Wildlife Viewing Guide

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Trends: Elevate Your Corporate Incentive Meeting in Western Montana’s Glacier Country

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Experience Western Montana by Rail

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