Whether one is hit with a sudden illness or is a victim of a natural disaster, having a network of industry peers that can extend a helping hand can be a lifeline in times of trouble. For those in the hospitality industry, the SEARCH Foundation is that lifeline.

The InterContinental Houston - Medical Center opened next to the Texas Medical Center, the world's largest medical complex. The 354-room, 21-story hotel features Club InterContinental Lounge, a Mediterranean restaurant Safina Restaurant & Bar, an outdoor pool, fitness center and meeting and event space.

Three Florida chefs talk culinary trends, from fermented foods and Asian bowls to exotic spices.

Conrad Washington, DC opened its doors on New York Avenue at the gateway of the high-end, mixed-use CityCenterDC. The 360-room, 10-floor hotel features 30,000 square feet of retail space on its ground floor and 32,000 square feet of meeting space.

A multitude of entertaining nightlife experiences await groups meeting in Ohio when time doesn’t allow for a fun add-on event during business hours. At the end of a day filled with back-to-back meetings, groups can tap into everything from local craft brew scenes to team-bonding activities such as axe-throwing and shuffleboard. In addition, many popular attractions that double as off-site venues for receptions.

It’s certainly easy to find adventure in the rugged open spaces of Michigan, but there’s plenty to explore in the towns and cities as well. From group scooter outings in Detroit and brew tours in Grand Rapids and Traverse City to shooting sports in Lansing and a historic escape room in Muskegon, the state offers up unique thrills and teambuilding experiences for any group.

March 25, 2019, marked the 50th anniversary of John Lennon and Yoko Ono’s “Bed-In For Peace” in room 702 of the Amsterdam Hilton. Hilton Hotels & Resorts, which is celebrating its 100th anniversary May 31, 2019, is marking the occasion by promoting two “Room 702” videos that showcase its mission of connecting people around the world to bridge our differences through travel.

American Airlines announced it will be extending flight cancellations through April 24, 2019, as it waits for information from the Federal Aviation Administration on the grounded Boeing 737 MAX jets, following a Lion Air crash in October and an Ethiopian Airlines crash on March 10. American Airlines says this extension will result in about 90 flights cancelled per day.

Five confirmed cases of measles in L.A. County include potential exposure at LAX and UCLA. Find out what meeting planners should know to keep attendees and themselves safe.

The Renaissance Concourse Atlanta Airport Hotel is ideal for quick stays and conferences.