Arlington, Virginia, Showcases Vibrant Urban Villages in 2008 Meeting Planner Guide

Washington, D.C., Suburb Offers 40 Hotels in Walkable, Metro-Centered Neighborhoods

Arlington, VA (PRWEB) April 2, 2008 -- The Arlington Convention and Visitors Service (ACVS) today released its new 2008 Meeting Planner Guide, the consummate resource on Arlington and the Washington, D.C., area for professional meeting and event planners. A one-stop reference for planning meetings - and fun! - the Guide not only includes extensive information on hotel accommodations and meeting space, special-event venues, transportation options, area maps and more, it also highlights Arlington's wide array of shopping, dining, nightlife and cultural attractions.

When meeting attendees experience Arlington's combination of national history and local flavor, planners are sure to get rave reviews on their site selection. Arlington's affordability and proximity to Washington, D.C., are hard to beat. Arlington hotels are just across the Potomac River from downtown, the Kennedy Center, the Smithsonian Museums and all the monuments and memorials that make Washington a favorite American destination. Eleven Metro stops in Arlington's urban villages make cars optional: attendees can fly into Ronald Reagan National Airport, or take the train to Washington, D.C.'s Union Station, and ride Metro just minutes to virtually any Arlington hotel. Arlington's soaring skyline and its variety of downtowns - each with its own delightful selection of shopping and dining - give its classic, character-filled neighborhoods a distinctly urban feel.

In addition to the 2008 Meeting Planner Guide, ACVS offers end-to-end meeting assistance, including RFP distribution, site visits and coordination with hotel sales personnel. Based on availability, ACVS also offers meeting planners the following on-site convention services:

•    Conference registration assistance

•    Staffed information desk with Arlington Visitors Guides, Official Maps, arts and cultural information and local/regional tourism brochures

•    Directions to restaurants, stores, attractions, arts venues and amenities

•    Group and individual restaurant reservations

•    Rental car and transportation arrangements

•    Information on area tour providers

To receive the 2008 Meeting Planner Guide, and to learn more about why Arlington is an ideal destination for your next Washington, D.C., area event, visit www.stayarlington.com or call 800-296-7996.

Located at the heart of the national capital region, Arlington, Virginia, is a convenient and vibrant destination for business and leisure travelers. In addition to providing easy access to the Washington, D.C., area's most popular attractions, Arlington offers a unique mix of history, culture and fun. It's home to national treasures, world-class shopping, diverse dining, cutting-edge arts and cultural attractions, and eclectic local flavor. It's the smart place to stay when visiting the capital region.

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