(Lancaster, PA) Lancaster County’s 2009 Group Planning Guide is now available and offers a wealth of information on the latest group travel details in the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch Country, including some great new offerings and those can’t-miss events for the upcoming year.

Inside its 64 pages, tour planners and operators will discover all the things Lancaster has to see and do, plus the lodging, restaurants, shopping, and services to make their jobs that much easier, and their group’s visit that much better. Our diversity of options – from the experiential to the creative, and everything in between – makes for a variety of engaging itineraries. And to flexibly match these varied experiences with the diverse interests contained in each group, our U-Pick Tours are designed to provide the perfect blend of customization and camaraderie.

Moreover, a trip to PA Dutch Country is a great deal. Combine our prime Mid-Atlantic location and easy access with the fact that many groups are getting a head start on their visit by waking up in Lancaster County, and it’s easy to see why we’re consistently recognized as a value destination. To make tour planning efforts even more worthwhile, many of our properties provide discounted or complimentary offerings to leaders of groups that contain as few as 10 people, under our “Bring Friends, Travel Free” program.

Planners and operators can obtain a copy of the ’09 guide by calling the Pennsylvania Dutch Convention & Visitors Bureau's group tours department at 800-220-4757, or by visiting the Group Tours section of our website at www.padutchcountry.com.

Lancaster County is a wonderful blend of urban style and rural splendor, and the PA Dutch Convention & Visitors Bureau is dedicated to promoting its many rich cultures, from the Amish to the arts. Travelers can take in our vibrant downtown city life – featuring galleries, great dining, specialty shops, and live music – or explore some of the surrounding towns and villages to get a sampling of the heritage, food, craftsmanship, and hands-on activities for which Lancaster is famous. Visit us today at www.padutchcounty.com.

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