The Art of the Stay

Whether you’re a seasoned pro at meeting planning or the responsibility to plan an event fell under the “other duties as assigned” caveat in your job description, it pays to have an organized method for planning a meeting. A to-do list is an essential part of the process. To ensure you cross all of your T’s and dot your I’s, we’ve created this meeting planning checklist to help get you on your way.

The endless attractions that can be found in Cooperstown make it the perfect family-friendly destination. Historians, baseball fans, art lovers, outdoor adventure seekers, foodies, and water sports enthusiasts will find that America's Most Perfect Village truly offers something for everyone! The Farmers' Museum in Cooperstown is just one of many outstanding attractions that make the trek to America's Most Perfect Village worth the trip. The museum is one of the oldest rural life museums in the country and offers a unique look at the heritage of the region. Interactive exhibits, demonstrations, and collections allow visitors an experience like no other.

Otsego Lake is known as one of the prettiest lakes in New York State. The eight-mile-long lake provides dozens of activities and recreational opportunities year-round for residents and visitors to The Village of Cooperstown. The locals know lakefront life in Cooperstown cannot be beat and we invite you to experience it for yourself!

A trip to Cooperstown would not be complete without planning some time to explore the breweries, wineries, and distilleries in the region with a day on the Cooperstown Beverage Trail. The 37-mile Cooperstown Beverage Trail was established after a resurgence in specialty beverage production in and around Cooperstown. The participating establishments showcase the wide array of craft beers, wines, and spirits they make paired with tasting opportunities and facility tours. Here are a few of our favorite stops on the tour plus some tips to ensure a fun outing for everyone hitting the trail. We’ll drink to that!

There are many things to consider when planning corporate meetings, retreats or conferences. Between the budget, the food, room requirements and more, there is a lot to think about. However, there is a place that can make it all a one-stop shop in upstate New York - The Otesaga Resort Hotel in Cooperstown. Planning a destination meeting doesn't have to be scary and often, destination meetings are simpler as the meetings’ facility can help with a lot of the ancillary planning that goes into making a meeting or event worthwhile, fun and memorable. There’s no place like Cooperstown, and today, we’ll share all some of the reasons why it makes sense to plan your next destination meeting right here.

The grandeur and charm of The Otesaga Resort Hotel are among the top reasons why travelers love to visit. Guests are immediately transported to a bygone era where elegance and a warm, gracious welcome was customary. The carefully curated decor and furnishings, as well as the hospitality of the staff, are reminiscent of the genteel ways prior to World War 1. We are always setting our sights on ways to make the experience of staying with us more hospitable, and here are just a few of the things that create lasting impressions with our guests.