Sometimes it’s best for your business to go abroad. If you need a convenient meeting point for a global client-base, you may have already thought about taking your conference overseas. Even if you have never considered an international destination, there are compelling reasons to choose any one of these cities for your next event.

• Nassau, The Bahamas

This paradise island is just a 40-minute flight from Miami International Airport, making it one of the easiest destinations to get to from the United States. With a well-built tourism infrastructure, this beach destination has everything you need for any type of event. Hundreds of thousands of square feet of meeting space make these world-renown hotels a top event destination, and hundreds of thousands of square feet of water parks, beaches, and spas make it a top vacation spot! For a year-round getaway that combines business and pleasure with ease, hop on a short flight and make your next event in The Bahamas! You and your guests will be happy you did.

• Montreal, Canada

This beautiful city is closer than you think. Less than two hours flight time from New York and Chicago, Montreal is a short hop over the border for your American guests. International delegates arrive smoothly with direct flights from 130 global destinations. Once you’re there, you’ll be surprised by the ease with which you can get around the city! Montreal’s convention center is walkable to tens of thousands of hotel rooms, and Montreal is consistently ranked as one of the safest cities in the world. However, convenience is definitely not the only thing this city has going for it. Montreal offers outstanding museums, food, hotels, convention centers, and offsite venues with a true European flair. You’ll be glad your event gave you an excuse to visit this incredible city!

• Barcelona, Spain

Hop on a red-eye flight from the east coast, and you’ll wake up a city that boasts some of the world’s most beautiful architecture, interesting history, delicious food, and incredible beaches. Aside from history and culture, this destination is a fantastic place to host your next event. The seaside Barcelona International Convention Center can hold up to 10,000 of your guests, and this international hub is home to more hotel rooms than you could possibly need. End your event on a Thursday or Friday to let your guests take advantage of all that this city has to offer before they head back to work!

• Acapulco, Mexico

If your business or event guests are based on the Pacific coast, you should consider Acapulco for your next event location. This destination is perfect for those who want to mix work and play for an event of any size. With thousands of rooms in hundreds of hotels, as well as the impressive Acapulco International Convention Center, this destination might be the best corporate meeting destination you’ve never heard of. Your guests will be happy to swap out a typical corporate hotel for a luxurious resort setting with beautiful beaches, stunning views, and plenty of leisure activities!

If you’re thinking about packing a passport for your next event, there’s no better travel buddy than Wizard Studios. Wizard Studios serves the world for the best events on every continent!