Macomb is birthplace of Lizzie Magie inventor of the game Monopoly and home of the world's largest Monopoly game; Macombopoply. WHAT IS A CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU? The Macomb Area Convention & Visitors Bureau offers services for the business and leisure traveler and to increase awareness of events and attractions to potential visitors. We provide information and resources which help visitors
make the most of their time in the Macomb Area. Visitor Services
• Free Visitors Guides and Publications
• Information on restaurants, lodging, special events, attractions and activities.
• Meeting and convention services – including hotel booking assistance and site tours.
• Assistance in coordinating special meeting activities, such as museum tours.
• Coordination of group tour activities.
• Assist coordinating and attracting special events in the Macomb Area. Mission
The mission of the Macomb Area Convention and Visitors Bureau is to promote the Macomb area as a destination for festivals, special events, meetings, conventions, and otherwise bring visitors to the area. The Macomb Area Convention & Visitors Bureau primary responsibilities:
• To encourage groups to hold meetings, tours, sporting events, and other events.
• To assist these groups with meeting preparations in advance of their arrival and also while their meeting or event is in progress; and
• To encourage tourists to visit and enjoy the historic, cultural, retail, dining and recreational opportunities this destination offers.
• Assist meeting and event planners, tournament directors and visitors learn about the destination and area attractions and make the best possible use of all the services and facilities the destination has to offer.
