Yosemite National Park

Submitted by todd on Thu, 03/18/2010 - 08:05

Is your group considering a National Park for your next retreat, meeting, or event? Yosemite National Park is without a doubt one of America's greatest national treasures. The vistas have inspired and enthralled artist and everyman alike. Today over 3 million people come each year to visit, learn and explore. Few realize that they can book this magnificent location to host their event, but Yosemite is actually quite accommodating. You'll find exquisite lodging, world-class amenities, fine and casual dining, catering services, and as much (or as little) of the great outdoors as you like, all in this Eighth Wonder of the World!

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You'll be pleased to know that hosting an event in Yosemite doesn't mean roughing it. Stunning views compliment rustic styling, yet guests lack for nothing when it comes to quality service and the technologies necessary for a truly exceptionally successful gathering. There are 4-diamond AAA-rated hotels, plenty of award-winning restaurants offering everything from fine dining to snacks, and even an all-you-can-eat buffet! What's more, there are locally grown, organic foods available throughout the park. If hiking and playing amongst the sweeping spires of nature and breathtaking waterfalls, canyons, plateaus and all the rest isn't entertainment enough, you'll find live music and other treats as well. There are even special annual events, such as the Bracebridge Event, a December holiday tradition of Renaissance celebrated since 1927! You and your guests will certainly have more to do than time to do it in, when you hold your event at beautiful Yosemite National Park!

How big of a gathering can the park handle? It's a very big park, but there some Yosemite event facilities considerations. The largest indoor theatre-style seating holds 600. There are beds for 1200. The largest classroom-style indoor facilities seats 250... and then there's the great outdoors. WiFi? Of course, and AV equipment as well.

Location is one reason Yosemite is one of the top National Park meeting and retreat venues. Just 30 miles from Fresno, CA, 180 miles from San Francisco, or 300 mile drive from Los Angeles. It’s only a short drive from Fresno or Yosemite International Airport. It may be a very little bit less convenient than the downtown center of a major city, but the tranquility and sights more than make up for the difference!

Facilities for Yosemite National Park retreats, conferences, weddings, events of most any kind at all, are available from mid-October through mid-April every year. Smaller gatherings may be welcomed during the summer tourist months as well. It's hard to imagine a venue that's more unique than majestic Yosemite National Park!

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