1、UNIQUE EVENT SPACES:THE LATEST TREND INVENUE SELECTIONINTRODUCTION 036 REASONS WHY UNIQUE VENUES ARE TRENDING 04UNIQUE VENUE TYPES FOR ANY EVENT 11EVENT TECH TO HELP YOU SOURCE AND WORK WITH UNIQUE VENUES 16BEYOND THE TREND:UNIQUE VENUES OFFER LONG-TERM WINS 19CONTENTS3INTRODUCTIONMore than ever,pla

2、nners are searching for unforgettable spaces that dazzle attendees.You want venues that maximize the event experience and make it unforgettable,and that sometimes means looking beyond hotels and traditional venues.According to the North American edition of our 2023 Planner Sourcing Report,35%of resp

3、ondents say theyre looking for a unique aesthetic when itcomes to venue selection.This makes sense,especially when you consider attendees are looking more and more to be“wowed”at events.After spending the time and money to attend,attendees expect to be fully immersed in not only your event venue and

4、 content,but creative new engagement opportunities,as well.Thats why were seeing greater focus on crafting compelling content and breakout sessions,providing wellness spaces and ways to relax during events,and fostering more opportunities for networking and socializing.The key to all of this?The per

5、fect venue.Read on to understand why special event venuesare trending and how you can design memorable events in unique settings.41.Stick to Your Budget Every Time Budget is always top of mind for planners.We know you are acutely aware of how much each aspect of an event costs because you dont want

6、to overpay,and keeping your events costeffective is imperative.Unique venues can offer a refreshing cost savings solution.These venues,whose primary source of income is not corporate meetings and events,can often be more competitive with their pricing models.Why?Unlike hotels that are often booked y