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    Get Ready to Experience Grand Rapids

    One of The New York Times 52 Places to Go in 2016. The #1 U.S. travel destination in 2014. Beer City USA. Home to one of the globe's top five festivals. Grand Rapids, Michigan is all of this and so much more - a city that will constantly surprise and delight you with authentic and unforgettable world-class experiences made easy, affordable and friendly.

    Top 10 Reasons to Visit

    1. Art & Culture

    Grand Rapids has long been a mecca for creators and admirers of art.

    2. Craft Beer & Beverages

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    6. Outdoor Recreation

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    7. Shopping

    Two 100-store malls, and outlet mall, and unique neighborhood shops.

    8. Sports

    Are you ready to cheer your favorites on to victory?

    9. Beaches

    Our world-class beaches are clean, clear and oh-so-close.

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    Find Your Inspiration

    Experience the creative energy of Grand Rapids. Dazzling art and culture, awesome dining and nightlife, inspiring natural beauty and exhilarating community spirit. Stroll our walkable downtown jam-packed with more than 100 restaurants, clubs, theaters and museums. Come to Grand Rapids, where every day is a work of art.

     

     

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    FASTEST GROWING LARGE METRO ECONOMIES OF 2016 ARE GRAND RAPIDS, ORLANDO, NASHVILLE

    Headlight Data named Grand Rapids the fastest growing large metro economy of 2016. Click here for the full article.

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    A Matador guide to the best college towns in America

    Matador Network named Grand Rapids one of the best college towns in America. Check out the full article here .

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    The 25 Best Towns of 2017

    Outside Magazine named Grand Rapids "Best River Town" in their "The 25 Best Towns of 2017" list. Click here for the full article.

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    The 13 best day trips from Chicago

    Time Out Chicago named Grand Rapids one of "The 13 best day trips from Chicago". Click here for the full story.

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    Founders Brewing Co. to Receive the Prestigious 2017 World Trader of the Year Award

    Media Contact: Kerri Orders WMWTA Spokesperson kerriorders@yahoo.com For Immediate Release Founders Brewing Co. to Receive the Prestigious 2017 World Trader of the Year Award GRAND RAPIDS,

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    A Tale of New Cities

    Tasting Table named Grand Rapids one of their "under-the-radar culinary gems". Click here for the full article.

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    Travelocity & The American Distilling Institute Name America’s Top20 Craft Spirits…

    Travelocity and The American Distilling Institute named Grand Rapids #10 by population in their "America’s Top 20 Craft Spirits Tourism Destinations" list. Click here for the full article.

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    WORLD FOOD TRAVEL ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES 2017 FOODTREKKING AWARD WINNERS

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 11, 2017 CONTACT: Stephanie Kotschevar, Experience Grand Rapids 616-233-3577, skotschevar@experiencegr.com WORLD FOOD TRAVEL ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES 2017 FOODTREKKING

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    20 of the greenest cities in the nation

    Expedia named Grand Rapids one of "20 of the greenest cities in the nation". Click here for the full article.

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    Grand Rapids Named Best Beer Scene in 2017!

    USA Today 10Best named Grand Rapids the #1 Best Beer Scene in 2017! Click here for the full article.

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    21 super cool US cities, ranked

    Expedia's travel blog viewfinder named Grand Rapids #18 of "21 super cool US cities, ranked". Click here for the full article.

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    50 States Series: Top Spring Gardens & Conservation Areas Worth Traveling For

    FlipKey by TripAdvisor named Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park the "Top Spring Gardens & Conservation Areas Worth Traveling For" in Michigan. Click here for the full article.

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    Underappreciated American Cities You Should Totally Move To

    Thrillist named Grand Rapids one of the "Underappreciated American Cities You Should Totally Move To" due to the beer, art and music scenes. Click here for the full article.

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    Best Cities for Small Business

    Grand Rapids was named the 10th \in ValuePenguin's "The Best Cities for Small Business Owners" poll. Click here for the full article.

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    100 Best Places to Live in the USA

    U.S. News & World Report ranked Grand Rapids #19 on it's "100 Best Places to Live in the USA" list. Click here for the full article.

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    Best Value Cities for Craft Beer and Cycling

    trivago named Grand Rapids the fifth Best Value Cities for Craft Beer and Cycling. Click here for the full article.

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    Pure Romance Reveals “Sexiest City in America” for 2016

    Pure Romance Reveals “Sexiest City in America” for 2016 with Philadelphia taking top position CINCINNATI (December 14, 2016) – For the first time in three years, there is a new U.S. city that earns

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    Best Motorcycle Locations in the United States 2016

    TheRevver named Grand Rapids #20 on their Best Motorcycle Locations in the United States 2016 list. Click here for the full article.

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    Top 10 Beer and Wine Metro Areas

    Infogroup named Grand Rapids #3 in their "Top 10 Beer and Wine Metro Areas" list. Click here for the full article.

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    6 Amazing Small Cities For A Family Vacation

    Flipkey by Tripadvisor named Grand Rapids one of "6 Amazing Small Cities for a Family Vacation". Click here for the full article.

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    The 10 Best Craft Beer Towns in America

    Matador Network named Grand Rapids one of "The 10 Best Craft Beer Towns in America". Click here for the full article.

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    The Best Food City in Every State

    Thrillist named Grand Rapids the best food city in Michigan in her article: "The Best Food City in Every State". Click here for the full article.

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    The Best American Cities for Creatives (That Aren't NYC, LA, or SF)

    Thrillist.com named Grand Rapids one of "The Best American Cities for Creatives (That aren't NYC, LA, or SF)". Click here for the full article.

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    These Are the 15 Best Cities for Beer Lovers

    RedFin named Grand Rapids the number four city for beer lovers. Click here for the full article.

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    America's Best Beer Cities, As Chosen by Beer Experts

    Conde Nast Traveler named Grand Rapids one of "America's Best Beer Cities, As Chosen by Beer Experts". Click here for the full article.

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    6 Must Visit U.S. Cities for Beer Connoisseurs

    Travel Channel named Grand Rapids one of the 6 Must Visit U.S. Cities for Beer Connoisseurs. Click here for the full article.

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    Grand Rapids, MI

    Chicago Magazine called Grand Rapids, MI one of the "great summer road trips" due to the expansive beer scene. Click here to read the full article.

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    Readers' Choice 2015: Emerging Destinations

    Groups Today Readers' Choice 2015 named Grand Rapids an Emerging Destination. Click here for the full article.

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    THE 16 BEST BEER CITIES IN AMERICA

    Thrillist named Grand Rapids one of The 16 Best Beer Cities in America in 2015. Click here for the full article.

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    U.S. News: Best Places to Live

    U.S. News named Grand Rapids as one of The Best Places to Live in the U.S. Click here for the complete article.

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    Grand Rapids: #20 of 52 Places to Visit Worldwide

    New York Times ranks Grand Rapids #20 of the 52 places to go worldwide. Read the complete article.

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    14 Underrated Places You'll Really Want To Move To

    BuzzFeed named Grand Rapids #13 on 14 Underrated Places You'll Really Want To Move To. Click here for the full article.

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    America's Smartest Cities

    Grand Rapids named one of the smartest cities by Forbes #4

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    10 Best Beer Town Winners

    Grand Rapids named #1 Beer Town for 10 Best readers choice

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    14 Destinations for your 2014 Travel Bucket List

    Grand Rapids named one of the top destinations to visit in 2014 by The Huffington Post . Click here for complete article.

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    Official Travel Guide

    Our 2017 Visitor's Guide features 77 colorful pages of don't-leave-home-without-it information on attractions, activities, lodging and more. Flip through the online guide or request your FREE copy by mail.

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