Frigid Valley Forge warming up as meeting destination
Once-frigid Valley Forge — at least if you were part of the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War — has become a hot product — at least for conventioneers.
That’s particularly true for smaller groups.
"The (historically famous) overall region near Philadelphia offers heritage centers, historical sights, parks and waterways and culinary delights," writes MeetingsFocusEAST.
"With choices comprising a convention center and expo center, and more than 60 lodging properties from full-service deluxe to a dozen dedicated conference centers, planners can find exactly what they need," said Paul Decker, president of the Valley Forge CVB. That includes cost-savings, ease of access and a variety of amenities for attendees.
Area sleeping rooms number 7,500. Hotel rates are low, as are food prices.
New developments keep adding to the attractiveness of the area, which is known as King of Prussia. The name was given to honor Frederick the Great. The Revolutionary Army, led by George Washington, suffered well-publicized and often documented suffering from icy-cold winters. The army was trained here by Von Steuben, a Prussian officer.
New attractions keep interest high among conventioneers such as a recently opened $132.5 million casino resort. The Valley Forge Casino Resort has a total of 100,000 square feet of flexible meeting space and a total of 486 guest rooms.
But that’s hardly the only amenity here with a choice of many venues. The National Register of Historic Places-listed Normandy Farm hotel & Conference Center, dating back to 1730, has 30,000 square feet of meeting space.
In addition to many historical sites, there’s no lack of shopping and restaurants with the massive King of Prussia Mall offering more than 400 stores, boutiques and restaurants. And nearby Philadelphia offers even more big city choices.
By David Wilkening
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