Independence Publishing, Inc in conjunction with the PA Travel Council announces the success of the interactive Meet Me In PA Website that has been up and running since earlier this year. Over 117,000 visitors have accessed the site to gain information on meeting sites, venues, hot dates and great rate offers.

Earlier this month, the 2002 edition of Meet Me in PA, the Complete Meeting Planner's Resource to Pennsylvania was released. Specially designed for planning professionals, this in-depth resource has complete information on the Pennsylvania's accommodations, airports, attractions, meeting places and major venues. Both tools have been designed to meet the needs of the busy meeting planner in today's unique marketplace.

Seeking the latest information on Pennsylvania meeting venues, attractions, events and unique meeting sites, meeting planners can simply log on to MeetMeInPA.com to find just what they are pursuing. Divided into regions, the site provides detailed information for venues that is essential to planners during their decision making process. In addition to valuable articles about the state, a planner can enter specific meeting requirements and bring up the properties that best match their selections. Crucial contact information is continually updated, plus planners will find useful tools on the site, such as the PA Smart Planner and a Planner Checklist.

MeetMeInPA gives planners the ability to send a Request for Proposal to all or any property within the state. Easy access to advertised sites is accomplished with a click on a banner ad allowing planners to quickly gain additional information. The Hot Dates/Great Rates area is continually updated with new specials and unique offers. Check back often to the site and use the Smart Planner to develop your next successful meeting, symposium, trade show or family reunion.

Independence Publishing, Inc. (IPI) has been providing the travel and tourism industry with custom publishing solutions for more than twenty years. Through publications, visitor guides, directories, promotional projects, Websites and field kiosks, IPI empowers travel and tourism professionals to expand and increase their state's business. Clients include the PA Department of Tourism, State of West Virginia, Annapolis and Anne Arundel, Maryland.

Website: www.meetmeinpa.com.

PA Travel Council is the leading trade association whose mission is to promote and protect the interests of the hospitality and tourism industry in Pennsylvania. Established in l982, PTC is governed by a 36-member board of directors, consists of 10 standing committees and has more than 700 statewide members. Website: www.patravel.org.