The document summarizes why Anchorage, Alaska is a desirable location for conventions and meetings. It highlights Anchorage's strong economy, new convention center, over 8,000 hotel rooms, easy air access from major cities in the US and abroad, affordable accommodations near the airport and downtown, event facilities, outdoor activities and attractions, and lack of sales tax. The document promotes Anchorage's accessible facilities, accommodations, activities, affordability, and ability to attract attendees.

2. Convention Sales Manager Anchorage Convention & Visitors Bureau Shelli Stanton

7. Strategic Location

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14. Only 15 minutes from the airport to downtown! Shuttle Van $10 Taxi $18

15. Hilton Anchorage

18. Hotel Captain Cook

21. Sheraton Anchorage Hotel

25. Anchorage Marriott Downtown

29. Alyeska Resort

34. Convention Center District

36. Alaska Center for the Performing Arts

39. William A. Egan Convention Center

43. Dena`ina Convention Center

46. Anchorage, Alaska Accessible, Affordable, Lovely Facilities & Accommodations, all with the Wilderness nearby!

47. Unlimited things to do and… … NO SALES TAX!

48. Anchorage Museum of History & Art Culture

51. Alaska Native Heritage Center

55. … Shopping!

56. Fresh Alaskan Seafood

59. Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race

60. 2008 Iditarod Champion Lance Mackey Larry Lippy

62. Alaska Railroad

65. Wildlife Tours

71. Wildlife Viewing

73. Hugo and Mike

77. Glacier Cruises

79. Adventure

80. Busiest Floatplane Base in World

85. Are you ready for Anchorage, Alaska?