Anatomy of a FAM: Aruba

What was once called a FAM—shorthand for “familiarization” trip—now goes by a more politically correct term: destination

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Webinar Wrap - F&B: Low Cost Creativity

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Getting maximum engagement with gamification is child's play

Gamification is one of the hot trends in the meetings industry, but what exactly is it? Simply put, gamification is the use of game mechanics in a

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Executive Retreats

High level executive meetings and retreats continue despite the state of the economy, albeit with less gilding and downtime, say planners and hotel

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Research Shows: The Important of Face-to Face Meetings

If you attended IMEX Frankfurt last year, you may have participated in a study taking place on the exhibition floor, where you and a partner were

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How Event Planners Can Use Content Marketing to Raise Awareness and Drive Attendance

Content marketing is such a highly effective strategy to raise event

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Outta Site - Louisiana

Mardi Gras comes around just once a year, but groups can still enjoy the Carnival atmosphere anytime at Mardi Gras World (

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The ‘Write’ Stuff in Palm Springs

Hyatt Palm Springs is offering a new initiative aiming to make meetings easier and more affordable for planners. With the Hyatt Palm Springs

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Oahu/Kauai

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‘State of Meetings’ Survey Reveals 6 Key Trends

Destination Hotels & Resorts has announced the results of its 'State of the Meetings Industry' survey. The survey is based on feedback from more

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Painful Procedures

More CoverageNew Certification OptionsWhile

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Painful Procedures

More CoverageACCME Guidelines for CME

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Visit Albuquerque Welcomes Scott Craighead as Vice President of Sales, Services and Sports

Visit Albuquerque has appointed Scott Craighead as vice president of sales, services and sports, a role effective Aug. 22. Sales, services and

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Classy Cooking

In addition to a recent update to its event space and guest rooms, the New Orleans Marriott is expanding its offerings for groups by adding the

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Peak Season

More CoverageBooking SummerThere are

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Proposed Bill Threatens Visit Florida’s Future

TALLAHASSEE, Fla.Visit Florida, the public-private DMO for the state, could be

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Nourishment for the Senses

More CoverageAnnapolis/Anne Arundel

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American Express Business Travel Forecast Reflects Positive Meetings Outlook

  Meeting and event planners see the light at the end of the tunnel, with in-person training and internal engagement leading the recovery,

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Why Irvine?

The Top 5 Reasons to Hold Your Meetings in IrvineConvenient Location Located in the center of Orange County, Irvine

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MPI Cuts Staff in Restructuring

MPI laid off 10 employees in an “organizational restructuring” to reduce the

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