Updated: 01/31/25 If you find yourself in Plano, TX to attend a convention, trade show, or a business meeting, and are staying at one of the many hotels within the Legacy district, there are three nearby entertainment areas with fabulous shopping and dining options and are within walking distance from Plano’s three major convention hotels. […] Read More
Meeting Planners
When it comes to hosting meetings, events and sporting events, think of Visit Plano as a one-stop shop! We stand ready to assist planners in the hotel and venue selection process and will do whatever it takes to ensure their meetings and events are top-notch. Begin your next successful event with Visit Plano! 23 Services […] Read More
Updated: 9/4/24 Plano, TX offers all the amenities military reunion groups are looking for, including 1000+ restaurants, exceptional shopping, nearby museums and sports venues, inviting day spas, a variety of interesting and entertaining attractions, and much more. Visit Plano is a great resource for military reunion planners to utilize to find the perfect space for […] Read More
Our latest team member spotlight features Visit Plano’s Social Media Coordinator, Stephanie Weeks, the mastermind behind all of our social channels @VisitPlano. Stephanie’s love for all things in Plano truly fuels the amazing content you see on our channels. Q&A with Stephanie Tell us a little about yourself. I’ve been a Texan since age 2, […] Read More
Visit Plano took home the bronze at the 65th annual Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International (HSMAI) Adrian Awards gala March 30 in Boca Raton, FL. The internationally renowned awards competition honors best practices, innovation and community in hospitality, travel and tourism marketing. “The HSMAI Adrian Awards recognize important work done by the industry to […] Read More
This tenured team member of Visit Plano is a well-known and trusted resource in the meetings industry. Karen’s in-depth knowledge about Plano, her invaluable experience, and her ability to truly connect with meeting planners sets Karen a part from others in the industry. Let’s learn more about Visit Plano’s Corporate Sales Manager, Karen Fogle, CMP, […] Read More
One of Plano’s hidden gems is The Nature & Retreat Center at Oak Point Park, creating the perfect backdrop for meetings, weddings, social events, and banquets. The indoor event space offers 2,500 square feet of flexible event space and boasts floor to ceiling windows that provide a breathtaking view of the lake at Oak Point […] Read More
Plano, Texas has 10+ unique venues for conventions, meetings, and events. Convention venues for meetings are more than arriving at a city, checking into your hotel, and walking to and from the itinerary of the day. We pride ourselves on providing memorable experiences with Plano hospitality and state-of-the-art venues, all while tying it into local […] Read More
Updated: 9/4/24 When it comes to hosting meetings, events and sporting events, think of Visit Plano as your one-stop shop! We stand ready to assist you in the hotel and venue selection process and will do whatever it takes to ensure your meetings and events are a positive reflection of your image. Begin your next […] Read More
Marisa Obando, otherwise known as MO in our office, is Visit Plano’s SERF (social, education, religious, and fraternal) & Government Sales Manager responsible for booking conventions, meetings, events and securing hotel room nights in Plano. Marisa brings a solid background of industry experience and knowledge to the team, along with her always inspiring motivational quotes. […] Read More
Updated: 08/11/25 On top of all the amazing meeting venues Plano has to offer, like our top-notch Plano Event Center and meeting hotels like the Dallas/Plano Marriott at Legacy Town Center, Hilton Dallas/Plano Granite Park, and Renaissance Dallas at Plano Legacy West, there are also many other unique venues you may have not considered yet. […] Read More
Visit Plano’s Sports Sales Manager, Alysha Carse, brings to Visit Plano a strong background in sports management and an extensive knowledge of the local sports and hospitality landscape. Plus, she is an avid sports enthusiast and athlete herself! Alysha is responsible for booking sports tournaments and securing their hotel room nights in Plano. Plano has long been regarded as […] Read More
Visit Plano has launched a new digital meeting planner guide. This updated resource will help meeting, event, and sports planners learn more about Plano and what our city has to offer in hosting events, meetings, and sporting events. Plano offers your attendees and guests an outstanding and expanding variety of hotels, meeting and convention space […] Read More
Marisa Obando has been named Visit Plano’s new SMERF (social, military, education, religious, and fraternal) and Government Sales Manager. Obando comes to Visit Plano following a twelve-year tenure at the Grand Hyatt DFW at DFW Airport. There, she took on many roles, rising through the ranks to become Senior Event Planning Manager. In 2019, she […] Read More
Updated: 08/24/2021 Don’t let wedding planning cause you stress! Leave it to Plano’s wedding experts to help plan your most special day. Finding the right venue for your taste and budget is so important, and lucky for you, Plano has options for every preference. Full service Hotel Venues hilton dallas plano granite park Celebrate your […] Read More
Talk about having it all! You must be talking about the sports facilities and services in Plano – the fields, courts, ice and courses’ are second to none in the nation. Plano’s incredible sports support infrastructure enables us to run the best tournaments in the industry, amateur and non-traditional alike. With the support of an […] Read More
Visit Plano has been honored with five first place “People’s Choice” Idea Fair awards by the Texas Association of Convention and Visitors Bureaus. The awards were presented during TACVB’s Virtual Annual Conference on August 12, 2020. TACVB’s Idea Fair promotes excellence in destination marketing. Goals of the Idea Fair awards are to generate awareness of […] Read More
NYLO Dallas/Plano Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton recently completed a multi-million-dollar renovation of the hotel’s 176 loft-style guestrooms, lobby, meeting and restaurant space. Guestrooms NYLO Dallas/Plano remains true to its origin with loft style guestrooms, unlike any other hotel in the greater-Plano/Frisco area. With exposed concrete, brick and duct-work, the guestrooms gained all new FF&E […] Read More
TxDOT’s Travel Information Division has selected tourism industry veteran Mark Thompson as the winner of the 2020 Gene Phillips Hospitality Award. This award was to be presented by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) at ceremonies held during the annual Texas Travel Counselors Conference in Grapevine this April, but the conference has been postponed until […] Read More
Visit Plano is excited toannounce the appointment of Alysha Carse as its new Sports Sales Manager. Carse brings to Visit Plano a strong background in sports management and an extensive knowledge of the local sports and hospitality landscape. Most recently, she served as Catering Sales Executive at the Renaissance Dallas at Plano Legacy West Hotel. […] Read More
