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As meeting planners strive to curate unique experiences that attendees will rave about, Western Montana offers a wealth of hidden gems that go beyond the typical four walls and chandeliers of a ballroom. With stunning backdrops like Glacier National Park, Flathead Lake and the Bitterroot Mountain range, the region provides an array of distinct venues […]

For years, Western Montana’s Glacier Country has been hard at work creating itineraries for group tours and FIT operators. Our itineraries have been vetted by operators, updated for accuracy, and are a mix of top-tier destinations and hidden gems. Recently our team gave these itineraries a face-lift, adding maps, waypoints, day by day breakdowns, and […]

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 […]

Western Montana is excited to welcome group tours to Glacier Country in 2024 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 […]

Summer in Western Montana’s Glacier Country offers an array of opportunities to immerse your group in the great outdoors. Finding a destination that caters to everyone’s interests can be a challenge, but Whitefish Mountain Resort rises to the occasion with its diverse range of activities. Nestled above the town of Whitefish and just west of […]

Montana is undeniably vast—it’s roughly the size of Germany—but with a population of only about one million residents. This expansive state encompasses wide-open prairies, towering mountain peaks dusted with snow, rushing rivers, and a sky so vast it defies description. For groups and international travelers, visiting Montana promises an unforgettable experience. Beyond the iconic Glacier […]

It’s no secret that Missoula is a special place. Located at the convergence of five valleys and with three blue-ribbon trout streams nearby, the Missoula Valley has been a gathering place for groups of people for years. It’s also home to one of the best locations for meetings in Western Montana — the University of Montana. With over 42,000 square feet […]

Western Montana’s Glacier Country sits on the traditional ancestral territory of the Amskapi Piikani, Ksanka, Selis, and Qlispe people, and within its borders reside the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes of the Flathead Reservation and the Blackfeet Tribe of the Blackfeet Reservation. For groups seeking to delve into the vibrant tapestry of American Indian culture […]

Here is the scenario: You are a meeting planner and have been asked to find the perfect retreat location for a small think tank, executive board retreat, or leadership meeting venue. You’ve been tasked with finding something different. Let us introduce you to The Lodge at Trout Creek via this guest blog post from the […]

If you’re looking for an impressive cultural experience, Western Montana’s Glacier Country has you covered. From Old West and cowboy memorabilia to Lewis and Clark and American Indian history to personal-collection museums of Americana memorabilia, our region has something for every group. The history buffs, art lovers, train and plane aficionados, and even the average Joe in […]