Tacoma Visitors Guide 2009

tacoma convention + trade center MEETINGS + MORE convenient locale [tacoma lodging: 37–38, 41–42] where it’s at pscale. Modern. Northwest style. Glass walls frame breathtaking mountain and water views. Surrounded by premium hotel rooms, impressive dining, shopping, day spas and cultural activities—the Greater Tacoma Convention + Trade Center is the ideal spot for meeting delegates. The space is flexible and unique complete with a ballroom, exhibit hall, meeting rooms, boardrooms and even an outdoor event plaza. In addition to hosting conventions and trade shows, the GTCTC is a great venue for festivals and events open to the public! Attend seasonal festivals, auctions, craft shows, sporting events and more! Once you’re at the GTCTC, you’ll find it easy to navigate the city. Explore and travel by Link—Tacoma’s FREE light rail train. Hop on a bus to venture farther out. Visiting by car? Perfect. For your convenience, parking is available at the Greater Tacoma Convention + Trade Center. Check out visitor events and meeting resources at GTCTC.org. U [DINING] Wine and dine in elegant restaurants. Enjoy casual meals with waterfront views. Explore micro-breweries and late-night hangouts with live music and signature beverages. Within a few blocks of the GTCTC you’ll find many of these dining options, including BITE, EL GAUCHO, GALANGA THAI, HARMON PUB + BREWERY, INDOCHINE, THE MELTING POT, PACIFIC GRILL, SEA GRILL, THE SWISS PUB + EATERY, TWOKOI, WOODY’S ON THE WATER and more! See dining guide, page 47–49. [SHOPPING] Shop the many local storefronts just steps away from the GTCTC. Hop on the Link and take a ride to FREIGHTHOUSE SQUARE, a vibrant and quirky shopping experience with more than 35 unique specialty shops, two art galleries, 14 restaurants, and the only licensed Lego® display on the West Coast! [ATTRACTIONS + EVENTS] Nearby attractions include the MUSEUM OF GLASS, TACOMA ART MUSEUM and WASHINGTON STATE HISTORY MUSEUM. Catch an event or festival at the GTCTC— home of the annual REMODELING EXPO [March], QUILT SHOW [September] and FESTIVAL OF TREES [December]. TRAVELTACOMA.COM 2009-2010 | 09 DISCOVER [TACOMA] greater A RT F-THEO STATEH E A RT IN THE TOWN D OW N OF A TACOM http://www.GTCTC.org http://www.TRAVELTACOMA.COM

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Tacoma Visitors Guide 2009 Contents Unique Finds Caught on Camera Tacoma Puyallup Fife Gig Harbor Lakewood Waterfront Getaways Mountain Getaways Mount Ranier Festivals + Events Cinema + Theatre Art Scene Nature [Water + Land] Outdoor Adventure Golf Food [Wine + Beer] Peaceful Escape Travel Planner Where to Stay / What to Do Attractions Dining + Nightlife Who to Call Recreation Shops + Spas Where to Go Services Visitor Information Tours + Transportation Maps Travel Green Child's Play

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