Yes, cageless shark diving is a thing. As is moonlight ziplining and skateboarding on water, aka flyboarding. All around North America, the variety of coastal adventures available to groups offers intriguing diversions from the confines of a meeting room.

Dr. Lynn Linde, senior director of the Center of Counseling Practice, Policy and Research at the American Counseling Association recently sat down for an interview with Buildings, one of our sister publications. The following question, addressing when it's appropriate to cancel or continue on with ane vent following a tragic incident, was asked by Senior Editor Janelle Penny, on behalf of Meetings Today.

Marriott International unveiled a new vision for Sheraton Hotels and Resorts. The brand announced its new look will transform the lobby and public areas into gathering places for locals and guests.

Check out highlights from our Meetings Today LIVE! MidAmerica 2018 held at the Marriott St. Louis Grand, with activities at Busch Stadium and various other off-site venues.

Geralyn Krist, CMP, joined the ConferenceDirect team as a global account executive. In this role, Krist will place particular emphasis on new business development. Krist, who will be based in Kansas City, Mo., has more than 25 years of hotel and destination sales experience. Most recently, she worked for the Sheraton New Orleans.

In light of the July 19, 2018, duck boat tragedy near Branson, Missouri, consider these five areas, each with a few questions, to include in your RFPs regarding boats, cars and buses, and also for hotels and off-site venues. These are items that are likely taken for granted by meeting and event planners organizing group excursions and transportation.

After finding herself tasked with planning a portion of the Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers' 2018 Annual Member Meeting, Jill A. Notini turned to Lulubelle Animal Rescue and brought in some adorable puppies!

The Riverview Inn & Suites is the latest hotel to join the Ascend Hotel Collection. Following a multimillion-dollar renovation, the hotel now features updated amenities and accommodations, including an indoor pool, refreshed guest rooms and townhouse suites. The property boasts over 30,000 square feet of conference and meeting space for up to 1,700 guests, including a 14,500-square-foot ballroom.

Hyatt Place Milwaukee/Downtown opened at The Brewery in Milwaukee. The 150-room, six-story hotel, is located in the heart of this redeveloping historical neighborhood as well as one block away from Milwaukee’s much-anticipated entertainment district and new Milwaukee Bucks arena.