Chicago Tourism Improvement District Imposes New Fee on Certain Hotel Stays

Chicago’s City Council approved a Tourism Improvement District (TID) which will impose a 1.5% assessment on stays at qualifying hotels in the

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Chicago skyline aerial view

Multimillion-Dollar Renovation in Michigan and a Dozen New Hotels in Kansas City

IndianaIndianapolis Marriott East completed a $25 million renovation. The property modernized all 315 guest rooms, 90,000 square

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Saint John's Resort

Meeting Planners Share Insights on Hosting Events in Palm Beach and Treasure Coast

With 39 incorporated municipalities spread across

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Worth Avenue Clock Tower, with the ocean in the background.

New One10 CEO Drew Carter on What His Appointment Means for Planners

One10, a company specializing in science-driven motivation and performance solutions, named Drew Carter president and CEO in March.His appointment

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Drew Carter

Editor Test Article for published state

Philadelphia delivered a memorable experience for PCMA Convening Leaders. From the expansive Pennsylvania Convention Center to iconic venues, the

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The Z: How Do You Capture an Audience That Has an 8-Second Attention Span?

Calgary, Alberta’s Friendly Spirit Makes Groups Feel Right at Home

Admittedly, I embody the “Midwest nice” mentality that’s associated with people from America’s heartland, a population known for being friendly and

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Calgary on Ice fam attendees in Banff

The Z: How Do You Capture an Audience That Has an 8-Second Attention Span?

In the meetings and events industry, there is arguably nothing more valuable than the people, and the finite resources that are their time and

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The Z: How Do You Capture an Audience That Has an 8-Second Attention Span?

Meet in Illinois' Historic Capital and Celebrate America's 250th

When people think of where to go to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary this year, their initial thoughts may take them to the East Coast, where

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Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum

How to Plan a Successful Offsite Beach Event

When meeting in a coastal destination, attendees invariably want to

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Gemini-generated AI image of people dancing to a band at a beach party.

Top Florida Golf Courses for Group Outings

Florida boasts more golf courses than any other state—a veritable golfer’s paradise. And it’s no surprise.With the sun shining and the weather always

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group golf

Earth Day Was the Easy Part. Now, Events Must Deliver on Sustainability

By Vincent AlonzoOn April 22, more than 10,000 Earth Day events unfolded across the globe—river cleanups in Bali, regenerative tourism

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earth day

How to Write Comments That Get You Discovered on LinkedIn

In my last LinkedInsights column, I made the

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LinkedInsights - How to Write Comments That Get You Discovered on LinkedIn

4 Incentive Travel Professionals Share Tips for First-Time Planners

For first-time planners, it may seem natural to approach incentive travel programs the same way you would any other meeting or event, with logistics

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Taking Off: Western Montana’s Glacier Country Offers Inclusivity, Luxury and Adventure

Encompassing the northwest corner of Montana including Glacier National Park, Western Montana’s Glacier Country is one of the Treasure State’s six

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Glacier National Park Red Bus Tours. Credit: Andy Austin

Florida Catches the Food Hall Wave

These days, nearly every city in Florida seems to

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Armature Works food hall, with people sitting at a counter.

Take a Coast-to-Coast Tour of Florida's Main Meetings Offerings

Writing about the Sunshine State for many years

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graphic of the state of Florida with the words Coast to Coast to the left.

Florida DMO Professionals Talk Meeting Trends

Florida experienced another record-breaking year for tourism last year, welcoming 143.3 million visitors in 2025. That’s the word from Visit FLORIDA

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Carol Motley, Senior Vice President of Convention Sales & Services, Greater Miami CVB

Raleigh Cuts Ribbon on Omni H.Q. Hotel

Raleigh, North Carolina, celebrated the ribbon cutting of its new convention headquarters hotel, the Omni Raleigh Hotel, April 21.Located between the

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A crowd of people stand in front of a historic building, with ballet dancers, to celebrate cutting the ribbon.

Beach Replenishment and Other Improvements Elevate Coastal Texas Meetings

With much of the U.S. covered in snow—then mud and slush—for weeks at a time during winter, many meeting groups are hoping to mix business with

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Galveston Island Convention Center

On the Scene at The Peabody Memphis: Where Memories Are Made in Tennessee

“More than a hotel, The Peabody Memphis is a place that speaks more to an experience, an adventure almost, that steps right in line with the

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Rooftop sign at The Peabody Memphis. Credit: The Peabody Memphis