Rochester
Planners looking for a dynamic, culturally rich meeting mix will find all the right ingredients, plus first-rate meeting and event venues, in Rochester. This mid-size city overflows with arts and culture, thanks to George Eastman, the Kodak founder and philanthropist who gave most of his fortune to Rochester. Famous sites blend with charming neighborhoods and historic canal towns to create a mosaic of attractions to visit.
It's easy to get around Rochester by car or public transportation. A well-maintained, easy-to-navigate, expressway system connects the metro area from end to end, usually in 20 minutes or fewer. The Amtrak train station, NY State Trailways and Greyhound bus terminals are centrally located in downtown Rochester. In addition, the Greater Rochester International Airport is served by major airlines and offers hundreds of flights each day.
Chief among meeting venues in Rochester is the Rochester Riverside Convention Center, which features a scenic setting on the Genesee River, along with an enclosed walkway that connects it to major hotels and parking garages. In the "Convention District," everything is within easy walking distance.…