Meetings Today Chief Content Director Tyler Davidson discusses a new event app download lure—free drinks! Plus a first look at new software that may eliminate the need to hire translation services and rent equipment and booth space, and the resignation of Phillip Jones as the CEO of VisitDallas.

Carton House, a historic resort set on 1,100 acres of private parkland in Maynooth, County Kildare, Ireland, debuted newly renovated banqueting suite and meeting space. The initial phase of the renovation is intended to elevate the property for corporate groups and social clients, drawn by the resort's unique history, beautiful setting, and proximity to Dublin.

The all-new Four Seasons Hotel Bengaluru at Embassy ONE is now open. Developed by India’s leading developer Embassy Group, the hotel’s interiors by Yabu Pushelberg, feature a curated collection of paintings, prints and sculptures by more than 25 contemporary Indian artists throughout the hotel.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced the opening of Hyatt Regency Liberation Square Chongqing in the mega metropolis in western China. The property is located next to the landmark Liberation Monument, which was built in 1947 to commemorate war victory and cherished as the heart of the "Misty City."

Encore Boston Harbor is nearing its opening. The property is scheduled to open its doors in June with a 210,000-square-foot casino; 15 dining and lounge venues; 671 guest rooms and suites; and 50,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event space. At $2.6 billion, Encore Boston Harbor is the country’s most expensive resort development of 2019.

Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort & Spa, located on the Santa Ana Pueblo, near Albuquerque, completed the renovation to its meeting spaces. The renovation concludes the resort’s multi-phase renovation project which includes updates to its guest rooms, lobby and public spaces.

The Westin Long Beach is undergoing a multimillion-dollar renovation, which will introduce Navy Proof Food & Spirits, the coffee culture hub Bluestone Lane and a refreshed lobby. Set to be unveiled in summer 2019, all of the designated spaces reflect a modern style reflecting the property’s vibrant California coastline setting.

Hosting a memorable event at Universal Orlando isn’t hard to do with its onsite hotels and flexible meeting and event spaces, partial buy-out options at Universal parks, and enhancements like Optimus Prime introducing your keynote speaker.

The restoration of Eero Saarinen’s landmark 1962 former Trans World Airlines terminal is complete and the TWA Hotel is now open at JFK Airport. On May 15, thousands of guests watched New York Governor Andrew M. Cuomo and Tyler Morse, CEO and Managing Partner of MCR and MORSE Development, cut the ribbon for the 512-room hotel in the iconic Sunken Lounge.

Providence's authentic local experiences—from globally recognized cultural events to nationally acclaimed restaurants and bars—connect groups with the heart and soul of Rhode Island’s eclectic, energetic capital.