Trail rides, moonlight rides, tractor-drawn hay rides, pony rides. Tour time: 1 hour Other amenities: Dining nearby, parking

Park with views of the Connecticut River, picnic tables, mini-golf (seasonal).

Opened in 2005, the Connecticut Convention Center is one of the northeast’s most ideal location for trade shows, conventions, business meetings or any occasion demanding a dramatic riverfront setting. Overlooking the Connecticut River, the Center is situated in the heart of downtown Hartford’s Front Street District, a rapidly expanding entertainment hub teeming with new restaurants, bistros and entertainment venues. Limitlessly functional and endlessly customizable, the 540,000 square foot Connecticut Convention Center is the largest convention facility between New York and Boston. The Center

Saint Clements Castle is a grand European-style estate situated on 90 meticulously landscaped acres overlooking the scenic Connecticut River. The castle features two elegantly appointed ballrooms, art gallery, tavern and stables with over 11,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space. The venue is ideal for training seminars, business day meetings, tradeshows, award dinners and more! Experience Saint Clements Castle’s award-winning cuisine and first class service. Audio Visual: Standard equipment included: podium, stationary microphone, projector and screen.

Conference rooms, personal computer training, amphitheater, sophisticated technical capabilities including videoconferencing, on-site technical support staff.

Located in the foothills of the Berkshire Mountains and on 54-acres with an outdoor labyrinth, reflection areas, meadows and forests. Buildings include a farmhouse (c.1770) and a brick building (c.1950). 65 rooms. Other amenities: dining nearby, elevator, gift shop, parking, shopping nearby, special packages

Rural setting with residence hall, suite and apartment style accommodations.

Often referred to as Middletown's "Best-Kept Secret," the Inn at Middletown is a spirited destination in a quintessentially New England environment. Middletown's National Guard Armory, a revered landmark dating back to the early 19th century, has been transformed into a boutique hotel. Located just steps from prestigious Wesleyan University on historic Main Street, the Inn at Middletown puts you within easy reach of Connecticut's rich history and culture. The Inn offers 100 well-appointed newly renovated guest rooms and suites, valet parking, room service and complimentary wireless internet

The Hall is an architectural and acoustical treasure. Home to the Yale School of Music; hosts 250 public events each year. To view all the concert information, visit www.yale.edu/music.

The Hilton Garden Inn Norwalk is located in Fairfield County, just off I-95, Rte. 7 or the Merritt Parkway (Rte. 15) and next to many Fortune 500 companies, with free shuttle service to many corporations. Only a 45-minute ride to downtown Manhattan, the Hilton Garden Inn Norwalk is a great alternative to Manhattan hotels. South Norwalk’s train station (Metro North) is close by, with many departures to Manhattan. The Hilton Garden Inn offers 1,500 square feet of meeting space that can accommodate up to 120 people with catering services. Amenities include: Complimentary high-speed internet