Should you book a corporate apartment for your upcoming trade show?

Upcoming trade shows in cities across America promise to be enjoyable and informative. If you’re planning to attend a trade show or conference, you should absolutely consider booking a corporate apartment instead of a hotel room. We can tell you from our own experiences, from our friends’ experiences, and from travelers’ stories sent to us that corporate apartments beat hotel rooms hands down.

Let’s talk about what you’ll get. First of all, you’ll be much more comfortable in a full-sized apartment than you’d be in a small, cramped hotel room. Second, you’ll have a full kitchen, complete with all essential house wares, in which to prepare and serve your own meals. Whether you prefer home-cooked meals or you just want to lower your food budget, having a full kitchen is critical to a good experience. Third, you could save a ton of money. Corporate or vacation rentals don’t charge the same taxes and surcharges that hotels charge. Also, the price is for the unit, not per guest. You can travel with co-workers, friends or family members and you won’t pay extra for each additional person. (You can read one of our previous posts on the Advantages of Corporate Housing over Hotel Rooms).

A corporate apartment rented from a reputable leader in the industry will feel better than a hotel room. Take a look at our Corporate Housing website to find out about the advantages we offer, and contact us for information about available rentals in the city where you plan to attend a trade show. Here’s some information about some of the more popular upcoming shows.

The World Video Gamer Expo, Dec. 1-5, 2010, Las Vegas NV

Everything about this show promises to be fun. The World Video Gamer Expo returns to Las Vegas for its third year. 100,000 attendees from around the world are expected at this semi-public event for interactive entertainment.

The International Gem & Jewelry Show, Dec. 10-12, 2010, Chicago IL

The International Gem and Jewelry Show is one of the most popular trade events for the entire international gem and jewelry industry.

The International CES, Jan. 6-9, 2011, Las Vegas NV

The International Consumer Electronics Show is America’s largest annual trade show of any kind. Experts will gather this January to discuss the technical future of worldwide electronics.

AG Connect, Jan. 7-10, 2011, Atlanta GA

AG Connect is where agriculture industry professionals share and learn the latest trends and ideas. Attendees will have the opportunity to see firsthand the latest innovations in the agriculture industry, as well as the latest products and technology. You’ll also have a rare opportunity to network with worldwide industry experts.

Atlanta Boat Show, Jan. 13-16, 2011, Atlanta GA

If you’re interested in luxury pleasure boats, you won’t want to miss the 49^th Atlanta Boat Show. Despite the tough economy, the luxury pleasure boat market continues to grow. Rising sales have had a ripple effect on related industries, such as mooring facilities and waterfront development, and this show will feature participants in a variety of boating related businesses.