CAESARS FORUM was one of 2020’s highly anticipated openings, but, like so many others, its plans were thwarted by the COVID-19 crisis. In October, the venue opened its doors at last. Get all the details.

Read the ways Visit Raleigh is assisting planners with virtual tools to conduct site inspections and explore the city. Plus: learnings from a hybrid meeting case study held at a Raleigh hotel in June.

Convening for a virtual roundtable, four female casino-resort leaders talk about leading in the pandemic, the talent pipeline, reimagined strategies—and their confidence in the road ahead.

From incentive offers to new broadcast studios, we break down how hotel chains and major convention centers are preparing and upgrading for hybrid and virtual events.

David Meerman Scott and Michelle Manafy, co-authors of Standout Virtual Events: How to Create an Experience That Your Audience Will Love, explain the basics of virtual platforms and which ones may be the best fit for you. Read more.

Atlanta’s lineup of restaurants serving delicious culinary creations is long and acclaimed. Many offer comfortable, beautifully decorated outdoor spaces for groups who prefer booking open-air events during the pandemic. 

The Austin Convention Center is one of the latest venues in the country to earn the cleaning, disinfection and infectious disease outbreak prevention accreditation. See what other facilities are on the list.