5 Ways a CVB Can Help Plan Your Vacation

A big tool you can utilize is the CVB’s website. Once you enter into their site you’ll be able to find everything you need! Be sure to check out the things to do, calendar of events, shopping options and of course you'll need a place to sleep. You can find the best rooms and accommodations to fit your needs. It’s easy to book your overnight at one of the local hotels on the CVB’s website.

You and your traveling companions are bound to get hungry! Instead of stopping at the usual joints, utilize your CVB to find some local dining hot spots.

Hop on the website to find an eatery for the pickiest of eaters (the little ones), the outgoing foodie, a fine dining experience, gluten free options and many more yummy choices!

If you’re looking to save some cash while eating out, the Greater Lansing CVB offers coupons for restaurants in the local area. Save money on food and you can spend it on more unique experience.

Getting around a destination can be stressful, especially if you have never visited the area before. The CVB can provide you with useful maps to help you find the areas hotels, restaurants, parking ramps and lots, and any other venues important to your visit.

The CVB also has information on public transportation, including the bus schedule, and other unique modes of transportation. The Lansing area(s) participates in the usage of electric scooters, which can be rented and driven all over the area.

Follow the CVB’s social media channels! Not only will you be able to see beautiful photos of the area, but you’ll be able to learn more about the destination and get some local tidbits. The GLCVB likes to feature a lot of photos on their Instagram, if you tag us in your awesome shots of Lansing, we could feature you and even use your photo in some of our print material, with your permission of course!

Read their blogs. Blogs will give you the insider peek on the area you are visiting. The topics range from community happenings to dining features and so much more local information!

Visit the area’s CVB! If you aren’t finding what you’re looking for on the CVB’s website, stop by the location(s) to get your questions answered. While you're inside you’ll be able to talk with someone who is an expert on your destination. I know here, at the GLCVB, our friendly certified tourism ambassadors would love to tell you about their own favorite Greater Lansing spots.

They may even recommend you pick up some of the CVB’s print resources like a Visitor Guide full of helpful information. This guide showcases attractions, shopping, dining, area maps and so much more, you will feel like a local in no time!

So, when you have decided where you’re going for vacation, utilize your destination’s CVB. You’ll be able to search the upcoming events on their calendar, find the best hotel, eat some delicious local food, use the local maps to find your way around, use their social outlets for inside info and you can even stop in to get those print resources. You’re sure to enjoy a stress-free vacation at a beautiful destination, especially if you travel to Greater Lansing, Michigan.

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