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While there are many factors that go into creating a successful conference or event, selecting the right theme is an important decision. From there, choices for your agenda, keynote speakers, even your menu fall into place. We’ve compiled some tips to keep in mind as you choose your conference theme....

Whether you’re Team Apple or Team Pumpkin, there are so many ways for your family to enjoy fall fun in Cooperstown. With u-pick farms, family-friendly festivals, and outdoor adventures, we’ve put together some can’t-miss experiences to enjoy during an autumn visit to our upstate NY resort....

Meetings and conferences can be a great source of inspiration for your team. With all of the planning that goes into aligning brainstorming sessions and keynote speakers with your organization’s needs, it’s important to also make sure that attendees aren’t overwhelmed with too much information. Incorporating wellness breaks into your schedule is a way of helping your team thrive and not burn out. Read on for suggestions on how our lakeside resort can help integrate mind, body, and spirit into your next meeting....

An Otesaga getaway is the perfect way to reconnect with friends. Catching up with your girlfriends after time apart is worthy of a memorable destination, filled with fun activities, relaxation, and delicious dining. The Otesaga is the perfect place to get together with the besties who know you best. Read on for an unforgettable girls' trip itinerary, then start planning your lakeside reunion at our upstate New York resort!...

Most meetings rely on technology to carry the day, whether it’s slideshow presentations, high speed internet, or audio equipment to make sure attendees get the message. Incorporating moments that are based on leaving those things behind may seem antithetical to the purpose of your meeting. However, setting technology and devices aside is exactly what your team needs to refocus and recharge their batteries. Read on for some ways to think outside the box, by getting outside the venue....

Here at The Otesaga, summer awakens our senses. We can see the blue skies and puffy clouds, and feel the warmth of the sun. And on a peaceful day at our lakeside resort, you can hear summer, too. Read for some of our favorites that always signal summer is in full swing....

Breakout sessions provide a chance for more in-depth discussions among attendees. Smaller groups also encourage more participation, as well as give participants a chance to do more than sit still listening to lengthy presentations. When planning your next meeting, make sure your breakout session offers something unique to attendees instead of mini versions of the same conference events. Here are some ideas you can implement when planning your next meeting at our lakeside resort....

If your idea of a perfect summer afternoon includes relaxing with a cold beer, delicious cocktail, or glass of wine, then Cooperstown is the place for you! The Cooperstown Beverage Trail has an incredible array of options to choose from, with many of the stops a short drive from The Otesaga. Read on to see why it’s the perfect time to sit back, sip, and savor the many flavors of Cooperstown....

The most memorable part of your meeting? For many attendees, it will be the food. With so many factors playing a part in the decision making process, creating an exciting menu that everyone will enjoy can be a daunting task. We asked our experienced Otesaga team for their top tips to plan your team’s dining options for your next meeting....

Mother’s Day is right around the corner and this is the year to pull out all the stops for Mom! Since becoming an official US holiday in 1914, Mother’s Day has become an honored tradition, celebrating all the hard-working moms for everything they do. What better way to show your appreciation than with some relaxing downtime at The Otesaga? Read on to see all the ways to treat the special moms in your life with a getaway at our lakeside resort....

The success of any meeting or event depends upon a number of factors, but venue destination is one of the most important pieces. As the bleisure travel trend continues, many meeting attendees want to extend their business trip to include some relaxing downtime. This is all the more reason to make sure your venue location has plenty of leisure opportunities for your guests. Read on for tips on choosing the perfect spot for your next meeting, and why our upstate New York hotel is just the place you're looking for!...

While many travelers are drawn to Cooperstown in the summer, it truly is a four season destination. Don’t tell, but springtime may be one of our best kept secrets! Read on to get the inside scoop on everything an off-season visit to our upstate New York hotel has to offer....

April is Earth Month. Meeting planners, however, consider the environmental impact from meetings and conferences routinely. Keeping events green has come to the forefront, and it all starts before your conference gets underway. Read on for some tips to consider when planning your next meeting, and why our upstate New York hotel is an ideal venue for keeping it green...

Guests at The Otesaga are treated to spectacular lakeside views at our resort, but keen eyes will find delightful views inside the hotel, as well. If you’re looking to surround yourself with beauty during your getaway, read on for some of the can’t-miss historic charm found throughout The Otesaga....

With all of the upheaval that the past two years have brought to office life, team bonding has taken on a more important role in bringing team members back together. After time spent working from home and interacting online, providing an outlet for shared experiences is crucial to rebuilding office relationships, culture, and cohesion. If you’re ready to get your team on the same page, and have some fun along the way, here are some ideas that are sure to please at our upstate New York hotel....

Did you know that February is Creative Romance Month? At The Otesaga, we celebrate romance all month long, so there’s no need to limit yourself to just Valentine’s Day. Read on to see how a romantic getaway to our lakeside resort is the perfect way to show that special someone how much you care....

Your team has worked hard during your annual meeting, brainstorming new ideas for the coming months and revisiting the previous year’s accomplishments. Make sure you set aside some time to reward them with a break! Planning an offsite event is an effective way to take a step outside the meeting room and enjoy each other’s company. Read on for some ideas on how to keep your team’s spirits high with an unforgettable offsite event...

Cooperstown holds a special magic for baseball fans. Home to the National Baseball Hall of Fame & Museum, a visit to our quaint village in upstate New York is a must for casual and diehard fans, alike. While it seems like ages until the start of the new season, a getaway to America’s Most Perfect Village might be just the thing to tide you over until the players take the field. If you’re ready to play ball with a visit to Cooperstown, read on for some ideas for planning your stay at The Otesaga....

The new year is here, and with it new avenues to explore in creating successful team meetings and conferences. While 2021 has seen some shifts towards normalcy after the disruptions of the COVID pandemic, meeting planners are still creating and implementing new strategies and ideas to gather together safely and productively. Read on for some of the trends we have our eye on for the coming year....