Building a More Inclusive Business Community
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March 11, 2020
Home to more than 130 global companies and one of the fastest growing economies in the U.S., West Michigan has long been...
Experience Grand RapidsMarch 11, 2020
Volunteer Projects that Focus on Sustainability
Experience Grand Rapids
February 11, 2020
Grand Rapids has long been a model of sustainability nationwide. Government, business and nonprofit partners have come...
Experience Grand RapidsFebruary 11, 2020
GR Beer Tourism is Booming
Experience Grand Rapids
January 8, 2020
Known as “Beer City USA,” Grand Rapids has lots of reasons to celebrate its booming craft beer industry – 38.5 million...
Experience Grand RapidsJanuary 8, 2020
Grand Rapids Recognitions
10 places that prove Grand Rapids is the craft beverage capital of the U.S.
USA Today 10Best named Grand Rapids the craft beverage capital of the U.S.! We weren't surprised but you can learn why here.
Best Places for Older Travelers to Visit in 2020
Expedia's travel blog "conquer your someday" named Grand Rapids #10 in their list 'Best Places for Older Travelers to Visit in 2020'. View the full article here.
Every State's Best Travel Destination for 2020
Travel Pulse named Grand Rapids the "Best Travel Destination in Michigan for 2020". Check out the full list here.
Beer Lovers — Book One of These "Beercations" For Your Next Getaway
Travel + Leisure named Grand Rapids a great "beercation" for the beer lover. Learn why here.
The 10 Best Places to Retire in the U.S.
Conde Nast named Grand Rapids the #9 Best Place to Retire in the U.S. in 2019. Learn why here.
The Best Breweries in Grand Rapids
Thrillist outlined the 'Best Breweries in Grand Rapids'. Click here to learn more about this great list.
7 Midwest Cities that are Absolutely Worth Exploring
TripAdvisor Rentals Blog named Grand Rapids one of the '7 Midwest Cities that are Absolutely Worth Exploring'.
Say cheers to the 15 best beer cities around the world
CNN Travel named Grand Rapids one of the '15 best beer cities around the world'. Read the full article here.
10 U.S. Tours That Even Americans Should Take
The Discoverer Blog named the '10 U.S. Tours That Even Americans Should Take' which includes a Beer Tour in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Learn more here.
16 INCREDIBLY ROMANTIC GETAWAYS IN THE MIDWEST, FROM MAJOR CITIES TO HIDDEN GEMS
Grand Rapids was named one of the '16 Incredibly Romantic Getaways in the Midwest' by TripAdvisor because of outdoor activities like paddle boarding and picturesque places like Frederik Meijer Gardens
Michigan’s Best City for Singles
Insurify found the 'Best Cities for Singles' in America which includes Grand Rapids. Learn why at the full article.
The 30 most popular destinations for millennials in 2019
Insider named Grand Rapids one of 'The 30 most popular destinations for millennials in 2019'. Click here to read the full article.
The Best Food City in Every State 2019
Thrillist named 'The Best Food City in Every State', and Grand Rapids was dubbed the best in Michigan. Learn why at the link.
Top 10 Underrated Foodie Cities in the U.S.
Grand Rapids was named one of the Top 10 Underrated Foodie Cities in the U.S. by Webstaurant Store blog. Click here to read the full list.
What others are saying about GR
15 GREAT THINGS TO DO IN GRAND RAPIDS
Lindsay and Meg of Dopes on the Road visited Grand Rapids in fall 2019 to explore everything the destination had to offer. "Let’s be honest, many of us have no clue what to do in Grand Rapids. It is
8 Vegan-Friendly Coffee Shops in Grand Rapids (Rated in Order!)
Vegan blogger Ashley Hubbard from Wild Hearted visited Grand Rapids to experience all the amazing vegan options there are throughout the city. She comprised a list of her favorite vegan-friendly
Pride Journey: Grand Rapids/Saugatuck
Joey Amato of Pride Journeys visited Saugatuck and Grand Rapids in 2019. Click here to learn about his trip highlighting LGBTQ activities and venues.
West Michigan Rising: A Grander Grand Rapids and Saugatuck Untucked
Dan Allen has been away from Grand Rapids for 20 years. He returned in 2019 to explore the transformed city and it's LGBTQ offerings. Click here to learn why West Michigan 'proved more exciting,
The Best Restaurants in Grand Rapids, Michigan: A Foodie’s Guide
Jen Ruiz of Jen an a Jet Plane visited Grand Rapids and mapped out the best restaurants and 12 fun things to do in GR. Check out both blog posts below: The Best Restaurants in Grand Rapids,
Tour Frank Lloyd Wright Homes and Hike Through Sand Dunes on This West Michigan Road Trip
Click here to read the West Michigan weekend itinerary created by Travel + Leisure.
Why Grand Rapids, Michigan is Your Gateway to a Perfect Midwest Summer
Rachel-Jean Firchau of 'Rachel Off Duty' visited Grand Rapids and was beyond surprised by what she discovered of this 'sleeper city'. Learn more about her click here.
THE BEST THINGS TO DO IN GRAND RAPIDS: THE ULTIMATE TRAVEL GUIDE
Liz Della Croce of The Lemon Bowl wrote 'The Ultimate Travel Guide' for Grand Rapids, and especially highlighted the food scene. Click here for the full blog post.
A Foodie's Favorite Restaurants in Downtown Grand Rapids, Michigan
Mikkel of Sometimes Home visited Grand Rapids and documented her journey through the food scene. Click here to learn about her favorite spots to chow-down!
IT'S A DATE | ANDY WARHOL AT THE GRAM
Ashley of sincerely, ashley visited the Andy Warhol exhibit at the Grand Rapids Art Museum. Click here for her full post.
Weekend Guide to Grand Rapids, MI
Maddy Corbin, a lifestyle blogger from Indiana, visited Grand Rapids to explore what the city has to offer. Click here to read her full post.
How To Spend A Really Awesome Weekend in Grand Rapids Michigan
A blogger from Food Travelist came to Grand Rapids to explore the food scene. Click here to learn about where she went and what she thought of the local grub.
Weekend Getaway! How to Explore Grand Rapids, Michigan
Kelly Rizzo from the blog Eat. Travel. Rock. visited Grand Rapids to explore the food, music, and beer scene. Click here to check out her full post.
9 THINGS TO DO IN GRAND RAPIDS & LANSING, MICHIGAN
Igee Okafur, a fashion and lifestyle blogger, visited Grand Rapids in partnership with Pure Michigan to explore the city. Click here for his list of places to eat and visit in Grand Rapids as well as
Grand Rapids Blog Post
Where to Rent Winter Gear in Grand Rapids
From the heart of downtown to the coast of Lake Michigan, the Grand Rapids area offers all sorts of opportunities for cold-weather play. Some of our favorite winter pastimes require specialized gear
Warm Drinks For Cold Days in Grand Rapids
Michiganders are crazy. Why? Because we willingly endure cold winter days for months in order to reach the invigorating warmth of the summer sun. It's unnecessary, however, to wait until the balmy
Look Good, Stay Warm with These Small Businesses
If there is one thing 2020 has brought, it is change. This winter season is no exception. For one thing, I’ve noticed I’ve been spending more time outside, including dining out. Yes that’s right –
Holiday Lights in Grand Rapids: Downtown & Around Town
Grand Rapids was named America’s Jolliest City for the way we celebrate the holidays. Generous and friendly residents coupled with fun holiday events, safe streets and Christmas tree farms make this
Fun and Educational Winter Break Activities for All Ages
Holiday school breaks are the perfect time to spend with family and friends while exploring Grand Rapids. If you want to get your family out of the house, there are loads of fun and educational
Support These Local Shops for Warm & Stylish Winter Wear
While no one can predict exactly what this winter will look like, I think that we’re all going to need an extra dose of cold weather clothing. As we embrace being outside to dine, enjoy entertainment,
Beer City Eats: Interview With Host Adrian Butler
Beer City Eats is an eight-part video series launched in 2019 that follows Grand Rapids native, Adrian “AB” Butler as he samples his way through the nuances of Grand Rapids’ breweries and learns that
Visiting Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park in the Winter
Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park is an iconic tourist destination in Grand Rapids. When springtime hits, people flutter to Meijer Gardens to see the largest temporary butterfly exhibit in the
Grand Rapids Distilleries Offering Takeout Spirits & Mixers
While sheltering at home you can still enjoy some of the area's finest crafted cocktails. Local distilleries are making thirsty Grand Rapidians happy by providing alcohol to go services. In addition
How To Shop Local In Grand Rapids
Retail shops are now open at no more than 30% capacity throughout Michigan, and while many of us are itching to visit our favorite boutiques, there may also be some lingering questions about how to
Winter Spaces for Outdoor Dining
Grand Rapidians are as hardy as they are hungry – so local restaurants and breweries knew we’d show up to drink and eat outdoors in the dead of winter, even if we had to wear a coat and hat. Join us
Gift Shops at Local Attractions
The gift shops in Grand Rapids’ local attractions offer one-of-a-kind items perfect for unique gift giving all year round. If you’re on a tight schedule and don’t have time to tour local attractions
Grand Rapids Breweries Offering Beer Takeout
Are you craving the taste of your favorite local beer? Do you want to support the local brewing community through the COVID-19 crisis so it can emerge strong and ready for brighter days? Many Beer
FAQ on How to Experience Grand Rapids Attractions During COVID
Even if you've visited Grand Rapids in the past, COVID has changed the way people can experience the attractions in the Grand Rapids area. We know there are a lot of questions related to planning your
Explore These 6 Totally Pawesome Dog-Friendly Trails in Kent County
During a time when there has been an increased emphasis on enjoying the great outdoors, Kent County offers a variety of parks and hiking trails for outdoor enthusiasts of all levels. In fact, the Kent
Meeting Minds Blog Post
James Beard Award-Winning Chef Relocates to Grand Rapids
The Grand Rapids food scene is now home to a James Beard award-winning chef as Paul Berglund assumes the executive chef duties at Mertens Prime, a downtown restaurant serving classic French cuisine
Our Talented and Experienced Team
The COVID-19 crisis has cut straight to the core of the meetings industry, as stay-at-home orders, travel shutdowns and health recommendations necessitated the cancellation of thousands of events
Fly Confidently to Grand Rapids
The Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) is experimenting with revolutionary new tools in its ongoing efforts to make airline travel safer. Most recently, the airport served as a test site for a
'Safe Meetings in Michigan' Report Crafted with Grand Rapids Input
What will large-scale meetings and events look like amid concerns over the coronavirus? In some respects, not much different from before. They will still feature teams of people dedicated to
The Future of Meeting Planning: Virtual and Hybrid Experiences
Hybrid events—live, in-person gatherings that are streamed out to virtual audiences in some way—have been part of the meetings and events industry for years with varying degrees of success and comfort
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