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USA - Boston & New England

Proven Boston & New England Destination Management Company: DMC and Planner
for Specialist Incentive, Conference, Event and Convention Travel Organisers Worldwide

	NXTevent (SITE / MPI / EVENTIA / ISES / PCMA)
Contacts 850 Summer Street, Suite 207 Boston, MA 02127-1568 USA Tel: + 1 617 904 9050 Fax: + 1 617 307 6527 Email: boston@dudmc.com Web Site: www.nxtevent.com Contact: Ashley Farrington - Account Executive Links Company Destination Example Programme Suggested Sightseeing Theme Parties & Special Events A Few Extra Touches Convention Centres Welcome Gifts Specialist Groups

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Company

NXT EVENT
Any world class destination deserves a world class expert. NXTevent is the choice of the meetings, convention and incentive industry. As New England’s finest full service Event and Destination Management Company, NXTevent’s premise is simple ~ a passionate, experienced team who want to tell your story with uncompromising detail and impeccable service.

As a cornerstone relationship on any event or destination management program, we will meet, if not exceed your expectations, as we have for years with our many association and corporate clients.

Known about town as 'All Things Boston', our company’s success story as the fastest growing event and destination management company in Boston and New England is unprecedented.

Our vendor management / partnerships are second to none. We will blend quintessential experiences and unparalleled access with turnkey solutions and stylized, thoughtful design.

Let our team design and execute a professional, seamless program for your conference, program, meeting, or incentive, as well as support your site inspection requirements. It would be our pleasure to earn your business.

NXTevent. On target. On budget. Every time. It’s all we do. Every day, all day. Here, in the heart of Boston for our clients around the world.

Destination

BOSTON & NEW ENGLAND

Imagine a gateway city where the sky's the limit. As America's closest international city for your next event, meeting or incentive, Boston presents a coastal urban lifestyle and an elegantly hip community, all born from a history of innovation.

Our world class city is home to famed attractions, such as the JFK Library and Museum, historic Faneuil Hall and Quincy Marketplace, the Freedom Trail and America's favourite ballpark, Fenway Park.

Known as America's Walking City, let us reveal Boston on the footsteps of freedom, where you will encounter the literary legends and thought leaders of the times. Journey into Harvard on our Trail through Cambridge or on the Footsteps of JFK. Indulge in our Cigar & Cucinare expedition or take tea with the Brahmins of Beacon Hill. Venture north or south for resplendent New England landscapes from Thoreaux's Cape Cod and Newport's Regal Mansions to Bewitching Seaports.

Boston is also a city of neighbourhoods. Discover a superb inventory of hotels and distinctive meeting venues - from boutique to bustling -by the waterfront, in the financial district, or within Boston's Back Bay. Experience evening galas and affairs beyond compare from our U.S. Presidential library, spectacular museum galleries and courtyards, exclusive clubs, enchanting dinner cruises and breathtaking skyline ballrooms.

Example Programme

Day One - Arrival
Arriving into Logan International Airport, guests won't have to travel far into the sites, sounds and culture of Boston (a mere 3 kilometers and less than 15 minutes from Logan Airport to the hotel.)
With over 900 daily flights between Boston and international & domestic locations, providing easy connections to Australia, New Zealand and Asia.

Welcome to Boston! Transfer by coach, sedan or private water shuttle (airport to waterfront hotel pier). Uniformed NXTevent guides provide airport and luggage assistance. Guides will also accompany your guests on transfers to the Hotel (coach only). NXTevent will also provide concierge staff based on a ratio of one per 50 to answer questions and generally assist at your Hospitality Desk. A light buffet lunch will be served at the hotel.

Welcome Reception Options
After checking into your Five / Four Star location, guests will enjoy a "Taste of Boston" at an evening reception on site. Enjoy everything from Brahmins of Boston to unforgettable culinary seafood creations.

Day Two - Boston Activities & Nightime Delights
Full American Buffet Breakfast

Guests can select from a range of optional excursions, based on a minimum of 35 participants per excursion (excluding golf)

• British Invasion excursion aboard a Double Decker Bus
• Antiquing in Boston
• Boston DUCK Tour & Historic Fenway Park
• Footsteps of John F Kennedy
• Boston Revealed
• North End Culinary Delights
• Whale Watching (seasonal)
  
  Lunch will be provided.

Other optional activities:

• Championship Golf at Lake of Isles Golf Course or Shaker Hills Golf Course (8 hours including transfer time)
• Ocean and River Kayaking (seasonal)
• Biking Boston
• F1 Formula 1 Racing

Evening Options

One if by Land: Enjoy our City lights program from the top of the skyline in a private setting with light reception food and five star dining experiences.
Two if by Sea: All aboard one of private or semi private yachts for a welcome reception and harbor odyssey.
Three just for Fun: Enjoy a Cambridge River Cruse and a traditional New England Clambake, on the water, in the boathouse or at Kingfish Hall.

Day Three - Regional Activities and Boston by Night
Full American Buffet Breakfast

Daytime Activities

• Veritas! Harvard Day at Harvard Business School and Harvard Campus
• The Perfect Tour ~ Gloucester & Rockport
• Bewitching Seaports: Salem & Marblehead
• Elegance and Charm of Newport
• Full Day Tour of Martha's Vineyard
• Full Day Tour of Nantucket
• Beach Horseback Riding
• ATV Dune Driving on Cape Cod (2-3 hours away, seasonal)
• Snowboarding & Skiing (2-3 hours away, seasonal)
• White Water Rafting (2-3 hours away, seasonal)
• Treasures of the Sand & Sea - Beachcombing the Shorelines (seasonal)
• Lunch is included in all optional tours.

Evening Options
City of Neighborhoods Best Restaurants: The North End; Boston's finest Italian Eateries.

A few examples of Boston's Finest Steak Houses:

• Grill 23 & Bar has been Boston's landmark Steak and Seafood Grill for over two decades. Cooking is clearly in Executive Chef Jay Murray's blood. Following the old adage "write what you know", Murray's passion and ingenious approach to the culinary experience has made him one of Boston's literal culinary legends. Offering a 900-bottle wine list, including rare cabernets and super Tuscans, and he is the recipient of Wine Spectator's Best of - Award of Excellence.
  
• Within its own urbane and sophisticated environment in a landmark location, guests will enjoy Boston's only northern Italian steakhouse - Davio's. Awe your guests with spectacular surroundings - a gigantic display kitchen, an in-house bakery and an open wine room with over 300 bottles.
  
• Although the views are true and traditional to Boston, overlooking the Public Gardens, the sleek and sexy Excelsior is perfect if you are looking for hip and modern surroundings mixed with outstanding avant-garde cuisine. That description pretty much sums up chef and owner Lidia Shire, whose inspirational cuisine always nods Boston's past with innovative creations and a special love for lobster.
  
• Bonfire, located in Boston's Park Plaza hotel, is one of Celebrity Chef Todd English's hit and rather seductive sensations. Bonfire's menu is unique in that it features grilling traditions from countries around the world, merging Argentinean, European, and American steakhouse flavours together. If steak is not for you, the restaurant also has a tasteful taqueria that serves an amazing assortment of tacos and tapas.
  
• Felt; Billiards and Club: According to Felt, "some like to watch, some like to play." If you like to play, shoot some pool at one of the best tables in Boston. Or if you like to watch, do so from your divine dining table. Whichever your preference, Felt is another steaming Ladder District hot spot that offers four floors of edgy entertainment.
  
• Bowling. Media's next virtual reality and celebrity entertainment? Why not? There's nothing boring about bowling in the up-scale, modern environment of Lucky Strike, located at Jillian's. Even if you do not happen to see Mark Walberg or Tim Robbins during your visit, at least you have had a taste of what locals and celebrities come back for night after night! Your group will enjoy 16 state-of-the-art lanes, custom lounge seating, an 80' by 10' video wall over the lanes, capable of customizing images for special events, an expansive bar backed by the latest in high definition and plasma screen technology, not to mention a live DJ. In addition, when you are done, step downstairs to visit the rest of this 70,000 square foot, multidimensional entertainment megaplex, known as Jillian's behind Boston's historic Fenway Park for dining, billiards, and dancing.
  
• Mantra; Ohm Bar: People in the know have been coming to Mantra ever since it opened. Located in The Ladder District, one of Boston's trendiest new neighbourhoods, Mantra has been wowing its followers with astonishing French-Indian cuisine and equally as hot avant-garde décor. Come experience it, and you will be repeating Mantra, Mantra, Mantra, all the way home.

Day 4 - Free & Easy in Boston
Full American Buffet Breakfast

The last day has been left free to paint your own picture of  Boston. As it is known as "The Walking City", Boston has some popular walking tours that give you an overview of Bostonian history: The Freedom Trail, Victorian Back Bay and Beacon Hill.

NXTevent can provide a Concierge Staffed Shuttle service to take guests to the historical highlights, including en route stops to shopping districts. Then there's shopping; Clothes, antiques, gifts, books, music, and traditional American crafts are some of the booty you can bring home.  When you stop to eat, Boston will whet your appetite with fresh seafood (lobster and clams in particular), Boston baked beans, Boston cream pie and Indian pudding. As well as these local delicacies, Boston has many sophisticated restaurants and good value cafes serving every type of international cuisine.

Gala Events

• In a Class of It's Own": The JFK Library and Museum Event
  Recreate America's golden years in what is one of eleven presidential libraries administered by the National Records and Archives Administration. Located on a ten-acre park that overlooks the ocean, the JFK Library is a beautiful building that stands as a vivacious tribute to the life and times of John F. Kennedy.
• Dining Amongst the Masterpieces": Museum of Fine Arts
  The Museum of Fine Arts is one of the most inclusive art museums in the world. Since 1876, the Museum of Fine Arts has opened its doors to millions of visitors who come to experience art from ancient Egyptian to contemporary, educational programs, and inspirational exhibits. NXTevent can help you plan your event in one of these upcoming exhibits at this truly magnificent museum that offers something for everyone.
• Old World Elegance": Harvard Club
  An old world social club right in the middle of downtown Boston, the Harvard Club is defined by elegance and utter exclusivity. Styled with dark paneled wood and other Ivy League décor, enjoy fabulous fine dining while mingling with friends.
• Room with a View
  Be utterly inspired by one of Boston's most fabulous venues at one of the private skyline university clubs. Enjoy the unparalleled view of Boston's skyline and harbor through floor to ceiling windows, which measure 20 feet high and 120 feet across. Paired with the simple but sleek décor, prepare to be dazzled.

Day Five - Farewell to Boston
Full American Buffet Breakfast, or a brunch can also be provided, as Guests will be departing late morning or early afternoon depending on flights.

Transfer via deluxe motor coach, sedan or private water shuttle. Uniformed NXTevent uniformed guides provide airport and luggage assistance. Guides will also accompany your guests on transfers to the Airport (coach only).

Suggested Sightseeing

Boston Revealed by Foot, Hoof, Duck, Trolley or Coach
Historic Home & Brahmins of Beacon Hill
On the Cambridge Trail
Boston by Design: From Fashion to Home
Bewitching Seaports: Salem & Marblehead
Revolutionary Battlegrounds of Lexington & Concord
Old Cape Cod
The Elegance & Charm of Newport
North End Market Tour: Cuisines & People of the Neighborhood

Adventure/Outdoor Experiences: Cycling, Kayaking, White Water Rafting & Schooner Sailing

Theme Parties & Special Events

In a Class of Its Own: JFK Library & Museum
A Night with Old Ironsides: USS Constitution
Take Me Out to the Ballgame: Boston Red Sox
An Evening with the Masterpieces at the MFA
New England Clambake
Back Bay Bash: Boston Music Scene
Streets of Boston & Americana Themes
Swanky Soiree
Supper Club/Bostonian Ball
Casino Royale 007 Style

 A Few Extra Touches

Recreation and Sports
Scavenger Hunts: From City to Seaside
Sailing Regattas & America's Cup Racing
Golf
5K Walks/Runs on the Charles River
Boston Island & Wilderness Adventures
Professional Sports & Team Clinics
Safari on the Islands: Nantucket & Martha's Vineyard
Cooking it Up with Boston Culinary Team or Celebrity Chef
Horseback Riding (Beach or Countryside)
Kayaking (Ocean or River)

Music and Special Entertainment
Specialty Acts from Coastal Music, Street Performers & Interactive Entertainment
Soloists to Full Bands & Twenty Piece Orchestras
Historic & Character Impersonation Actors
Complete Stage Production
Celebrity / Headliner Management
Harvard University Choral Groups
Boston Choirs
Laser Shows & Pyrotechnics
Fireworks Programs

Evening Activities
Private Clubs & Mansions
Sunset Cruises from Schooners, Cruise Ships & Riverboats
City of Neighborhoods Dine Around Program
Red Sox Tailgate, Tour & Game
Theater Programs
Boston Brewery Tour
Lucky Strikes: High End Bowling

Transportation
Airport Transfers
Luggage Handling
Citywide Shuttle Programs
VIP Services and Limousines
Specialty Transportation from Celebrity Coaches to Hummers
Mobile Workshops & Industry Related Orientations
Harley Cycle & VIP Limoliner Transfers: Boston ~ New York
High Speed Train Services

Hospitality Services
Spouse Programs
Communications: Radios, Cell Phones & Signage
Gifts, Amenities and Turn Downs
Hospitality & Convention Support Staff
Professional Guide & Concierge Staff
Interpreters
Event Photography
Speakers & Guest Programs with Regional World Class Authors, Industry Experts, or University Professors

Other Additional / Optional Enhancements

Newport & More
The Race is On! Teambuilding Program with America's Cup Sailing in Newport: Jump on board a 12-metre yacht and experience your own America's Cup Regatta! Set sail on Classic Twelves, all of which raced for the highest level of achievement - the America's Cup. Whether you enjoy teamwork, the thrills of competition, or simply just the ocean breeze in your hair - this is for you!

The Cottages in Between; Mansions and Lunch in Newport
Catch a glimpse of a time gone by, a time of supreme decadence enjoyed by some of America's most revered royalty, such as the Vanderbilts and Kennedys. Fascinate your attendees with breathtaking architecture and design with one of several tours of Newport's historic and truly magnificent mansions. Or have NXTevent plan a themed event for your group at one of the mansions. These summer "cottages" are a reflection of a golden age, representing colonial, Victorian, traditional, and even gothic revival at its most glorious.

Western Massachusetts & The Berkshires
Transfer to Lenox, MA and be pampered at the Cranwell Resort & Golf Club. This 100-year-old Tudor mansion with carriage house has elegant public areas. Besides a heated pool, exercise room, tennis courts, driving range and indoor golf centre, the resort sits on a championship golf course with biking and walking trails nearby. In July and August enjoy a picnic on the lawn at Tanglewood, summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra. The Symphony or other musicians perform regularly.

Daily Mini MBA Program
The largest concentration of colleges and universities in the world is in Boston. More than fifty colleges and universities are located within a 50-square mile area; Boston alone has twenty six 4-year colleges. Take part in a Mini MBA program and see why 250,000 college students flock to Boston every year.  There are speakers in area of expertise, from Harvard, MIT and the 30+ academic institutions about town to Mobile Workshops on campus, research labs and corporate offices...

Convention Centres

Boston has 3 Green Convention Centers. The main attributes of green convention centers are similar to those of green hotels:

• energy efficiency
• waste management
• water use efficiency
• greener transportation alternatives
• the use of environmentally-friendly products
• excellent indoor air quality
• the education of guests and staff

BOSTON CONVENTION AND EXHIBITION CENTRE

BCEC ADVANTAGES:

• 516,000 square feet of contiguous exhibit space, easily divided into 10 different configurations
• 160,000 square feet of flexible meeting space
• 40,020 square foot, column-free Grand Ballroom
• Over 300,000 square feet of registration and function space
• Wi-Fi enabled Internet access and cell phone coverage throughout the building
• Access to any part of the building in no more than eight minutes
• Tastes of Boston food court with seating capacity for 700
• Two private ring roads, 62-covered loading bays and five elephant doors with exhibition floor access

JOHN B. HYNES VETERANS MEMORIAL CONVENTION CENTRE

HYNES ADVANTAGES:

• 193,000 square feet of flexible exhibit space accommodating up to four concurrent events
• 71,644 square feet of flexible meeting space - including 38 permanent rooms
• 24,544-square-foot Grand Ballroom
• 60,000 square feet of registration and function space
• Fiber-optic backbone links and T3 service, with complimentary wireless access in Coffee House
• Climate-controlled, all-season facility, connected by sky bridges to hotels, restaurants, and shopping
• Cafeteria and coffee house in central lobby accommodates 400 to 500 people

SEAPORT WORLD TRADE CENTRE

WORLD TRADE CENTRE ADVANTAGES:

• 35,000 sq. ft. of conference, meeting and function space
• Twenty-seven meeting room options, including an amphitheater
• 118,000 sq. ft. Exhibition Hall, including the Commonwealth
• Expansive views of scenic Boston Harbor and skyline
• Landscaped and waterfront outdoor event space options
• 418-seat amphitheater with enhanced lighting and sound
• Fiber-optic equipped rooms with premium Bose sound systems
• High-speed Internet T-1 access
• Complimentary wireless Wi-Fi access in public spaces
• On-site video and audio production facilities
• Complete video teleconferencing and satellite link capabilities
• Room-to-room audio/video linkage
• First-of-its-kind, site-wide computer network that connects all

Welcome Gifts

• Shreve Crump & Lowe Gurgling Cod
• Good Harbor Sweets (locally made chocolates) placed in cherry wood polished box engraved with Company Information
• Boston Guide with City Maps
• Boston Red Sox Hats / Team Jerseys
• Boston Celtics Hats / Shirts
• Fenway Park Tin Bucket
• Boston Unrevealed Photography – Coffee Table Book
• John F. Kennedy: Profiles in Courage Book
• Boston Tea Kettle with Cup of Tea accompanied by Wooden Box filled with Tea and the historical story of the Boston Tea Party
• Hand Rolled Cigars
• Vineyard Vine Tote Bag – specifically designed with Boston Street Signs

Specialist Groups

• Lobsterbake by the shore
• Golf Outings
• Kayaking Adventure
• Fall Foliage – “Leaf Peeping” – visiting North of Boston – seeing the leaves on trees change color
• Schooner Sailing on Boston Harbor
• Whale Watching
• Hot Air Balloon Rides (dependent upon season)
• Helicopter Rides of Boston
• Head of the Charles Rowing Regatta
• Boston Red Sox Game
• Boston Celtics Game
• Sport Fishing / Lobstering
• City Bike Tours
• Winery Tour
• City Scavenger Hunt
• Fun / Run / Walk Activity
• Snowshoeing in Boston
• Ice Skating
• Ski Trips