What We Love about the Ann Arbor Area

February is all about love — and at Destination Ann Arbor, we’re pretty unapologetic about ours.

We love Ann Arbor because it’s smart without being stuffy, welcoming without being generic, and endlessly passionate about its people, places, and progress. It’s a destination where meetings feel intentional, attendees feel connected, and planners feel supported every step of the way.

From a walkable, culture-packed downtown to innovative venues, diverse, award-winning restaurants, and a community that truly shows up — our city makes it easy to plan meetings that feel both seamless and meaningful.

Here are just some of the things that the Destination Ann Arbor sales team loves about the Ann Arbor area:

Al Snow - Director of Sales and Service

“For conference attendees and visitors Washtenaw County has an abundance of great outdoor experiences to take advantage of. Spending time canoeing and kayaking on the Huron River, hiking in the Waterloo Recreation area, or cycling the Boarder to Border Trail provide great opportunities to escape, relax and reset.”

Kristy Poore - Business Development Manager

“I love the Ann Arbor food scene, with such a variety of incredible restaurants and flavors to fall in love with, there’s something delicious for everyone.“

Nancy Harper - Business Development Manager

"I love Ann Arbor because of the walkable downtown with its familiar shops and theaters, the energy of the university, the restaurants and festivals, and the quiet comfort of the river, the Arb, and the trails where I’ve gone to think and breathe."

Nick Anderson - Business Development Manager

“My biggest love in the Ann Arbor area are all the culinary options we have available to us. There are so many options that it makes it easy to try something new all the time.”

Tasha Squires - Business Development Manager

"I love Ann Arbor for its easy walkability, rich cultural diversity, amazing food and art, the unmistakable creative vibe, the natural beauty of the Huron River, and the great hotels that make visitors feel at home.“

Rachel Robb - Destination Services Manager

"I love the culturally diverse food in the Ann Arbor area. There is always something new (and delicious) to discover!"

Anna Mason - Sales and Office Coordinator

“I love the variety of family friendly activities and restaurants in the Washtenaw County area.”