Global Events Partners (GEP) recently closed its seven company owned DMCS (GEP Washington, Philly, Baltimore, Bahamas, South Florida, Utah and Atlanta), in what CEO Chris White said was a move to return to the company's original business model.

Marcus Hotels & Resorts has begun a multi-million dollar renovation at its Westin Atlanta Perimeter North property.

Sandals Resorts will open two properties in Barbados following months of negotiations with the local government.

The Joule Dallas hotel will soon complete its two-year $78 million renovation and expansion of five art-filled downtown buildings.

The Laguna Beach Visitors & Convention Bureau has rebranded itself as Visit Laguna Beach in a push to boost tourism to the California destination.

The Convention Industry Council's October 29 deadline to register for the new healthcare sub-specialty beta exam is fast approaching. 

The Historic Canterbury Hotel in downtown Indianapolis is close its doors December 15 to begin a $9.5 million renovation that will also rebrand the property under Starwood's Le Méridien brand.

Island Hotel Newport Beach in California recently added the Island Club - a 2,000-square-foot lounge which features a variety of extra amenities for paying customers.

Aulani Resort in Ko Olina, Hawaii (owned by Disney) recently completed an expansion of it Waikolohe Valley water area: Ka Maka Landing.

The Hilton Long Beach Hotel & Executive Meeting Center will undergo an extensive renovation, to update and enhance its guestrooms and meeting space.