The Ritz-Carlton, Perth opened in the capital city of Western Australia. Part of the landmark development at Elizabeth Quay, The hotel overlooks the city's Swan River and Kings Park and connects guests to the destination’s rich way of life through a contemporary take on local culture, history and cuisine.

Hotel RL St. Louis opened near St. Louis Lambert International Airport. The 107-room property offers modern amenities and contemporary designs with convenient access to the city’s iconic landmarks. Among Hotel RL St. Louis Airport’s many standout features are barista-style coffee from nationally recognized, Seattle roaster, Victrola Coffee Roasters complimentary to Hello Rewards Members; same-day valet laundry service; convenient mobile check-in; and a state-of-the-art fitness center.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced the opening of Hyatt Regency Portland at the Oregon Convention Center. The hotel is located in the heart of Portland, just steps from the newly renovated Oregon Convention Center, local sport and concert arena Moda Center and high-end eateries and breweries in the burgeoning Lloyd neighborhood.

The Lytle Park Hotel is gearing up for its February 2020 debut in historic downtown Cincinnati. The 106-room Autograph Collection property is situated within a classic 1909 building and honors its roots in the Lytle Park Historic District.

Courtyard by Marriott Petoskey at Victories Square opened in Michigan. The 139-room hotel offers guests convenient access to downtown Petoskey, the Odawa Casino, Petoskey State Park, the Great Lakes Center for the Arts, The Crooked Tree Arts Center and the Petoskey Wine Trail.

Chefs from meeting and event properties in the U.S. and Mexico share their favorite holiday dessert receipes.

From the Gilded Age mansions in the seaside city of Newport to the artful past of the capital, Providence, America’s smallest state can create a big impact. Wow attendees with these beautiful venues that come with an illustrious past. Learn more.

The Westin Prince Hotel was rebranded to Pan Pacific Toronto. Pan Pacific Toronto will be the fifth hotel for Pan Pacific Hotels Group in North America, joining other hotels in Vancouver, Whistler in British Columbia and Seattle.

Delta Hotels Baltimore North opened in Northern Baltimore in the historic neighborhood of Roland Park. The property is Delta's first branded hotel in Baltimore North. Delta Hotels by Marriott Baltimore North is managed by Greenwood Hospitality.

In 2019 and moving into 2020, Mexico’s most popular meeting locales are continuing to strengthen their hotel and resort offerings—especially in the luxury and all-inclusive categories—only solidifying these destinations as reliable (and fun) for meetings and incentives. Read more.