Accommodations

The conference hotel for the event will be the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel. As the premier AAA Four-Diamond hotel in West Michigan, the Amway Grand Plaza, blends the elegant history of the 1920s Pantlind Hotel with modern amenities of today. With 682 attractive guest rooms and suites, you'll experience the timeless beauty of the early 20th century.

Reserve your room today!

Dining

Grand Rapids offers an astonishing breadth and depth of restaurants. Local chefs emphasize fresh, creative, farm-to-table cuisine. There are dozens of eateries within walking distance of downtown hotels and hundreds throughout the city. Click the Restaurants link at left for a taste.

Check out the restaurants that will be open on Sunday, March 25 after the Exhibitors' & Attendee Welcome Reception. We suggest that you make your Sunday night dinner reservations before you arrive! The following restaurants are offering dining discounts for conference attendees on Sunday, March 25. Just show your conference badge!

• Bobarino's at the B.O.B.-20% off food and $2.00 B.O.B. Beers

• Gilly's at the B.O.B.-20% off food and $2.00 B.O.B. Beers

• 25 Kitchen + Bar-15% off food

• San Chez, A Tapas Bistro-20% off food

Nightlife

This is the perfect place to unwind after a long day! Brewpubs, sports bars, live music and comedy clubs can be found within walking distance of downtown hotels, and throughout the city. Click the Nightlife link at left to plan your night(s) out.

On Sunday, March 25, the Exhibitors' & Attendee Welcome Reception will be held on the 2nd level of The B.O.B. staring at 5:30pm. The event will feature Grand Rapids local band The Crane Wives. Come join the FUN!

Shopping

From mega malls to independent boutiques, Grand Rapids is a treasure-hunter's paradise. Unique art galleries and specialty shops are found throughout downtown and surrounding neighborhoods. Click the Shopping link at left to see what's in store for you.

Art & Culture

Grand Rapids is renowned for its support of the arts. City streets are lined with sculptures, two downtown art museums captivate visitors and Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park has been named one of the world's "Top 30 Must-See Museums." Great live music and theatre, too! Click the Other Things To Do link at left to check it out.