Orlando, Florida - An Ideal Business Travel Destination

Orlando, Florida is an extremely popular destination for business travel. It has world class facilities for meetings and conventions as well as being a popular destination for families. This is a bonus for business people who travel away from home often and enjoy the opportunities to bring their families with them. Orlando is the perfect location for a "business mini-vacation."

The Orlando/Orange County Convention & Visitors Bureau, Inc. (CVB) reports that Orlando is the second largest business meeting destination in the world, with business and pleasure travel estimated at $31 billion each year. And, even in this down economy, the future of business travel to this city looks bright. The Orlando Convention Center is growing to meet the needs of the business conference and convention markets. Furthermore, major hotels are investing in upgrades to their facilities, ensuring that they are equipped to host businesses and that rooms are equipped with amenities aplenty to attract those who love mixing business with pleasure.

The city is able to accommodate many business conferences and conventions concurrently because in addition to the fabulous convention center, most of the hotels also have rooms to accommodate smaller meetings and conferences.

With over 115,000 rooms available, groups travel to the Orange County area to take advantage of the warm climate, exciting attractions, full-service meeting accommodations and exhibit space. The Orlando International Airport services just about all national and international cities, with more than 72 domestic and 19 international destinations offering nonstop flights.

Aside from the many wonderful attractions including Disney World, Universal Studios and more, Central Florida has many other activities that draw companies from all over the world. The local golf experience is one not to be missed for men and women golfing enthusiasts. As a matter of fact, Orlando was recently voted "North American Golf Destination of the Year 2010" by the International Association of Golf Tour Operators.

The area hosts many challenging courses designed for both novice and professional golfers and gladly accommodates golf groups. Since business is frequently conducted during a round of golf, this enhances Orlando's allure as a business destination.

Shopping is also a popular and often necessary attraction for business travelers. There are countless shopping venues in the area, including the nearly two million square foot Florida Mall. Business travelers frequently forget to pack something needed, or find clothing or accessories are required for an event not anticipated. There are even shopping tours available. The options are limitless from outlet malls for bargain hunters to plush boutiques that cater to discerning shoppers.

Imagine holding your next retreat, meeting or reunion in Orlando -- the city that has theme parks, fabulous restaurants, great places to stay and state-of-the art meeting accommodations. Orange County takes business seriously and has all the advantages to make any business trip a success. In turn, businesses like being able to arrange business meetings at resort type areas. Often business meetings are held, not just to conduct business, but as a thank you to hard working employees.