Survey Reveals Top Travel Trends for 2014

THE WOODLANDS (Houston), TexasBenchmark Hospitality International, a leading U.S.-based hospitality management company, has unveiled the "Top Ten

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The No. 1 Meeting Destination in the Country Continues to Go Above and Beyond

Orlando remains on top of Cvent’s list of Top 10 Meeting Destinations in the U.S. for many reasons: easy accessibility to Orlando International

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Major Sporting Events and Infrastructure Improvements Boost Kansas City’s Meetings Scene

Kansas City is having a big moment. The city is fresh off hosting the 2023 NFL Draft this April, and last year it was announced that the “Heartland

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Rules & Regs

Planners of pharmaceutical and medical meetings know the regulations that govern these gatherings are extraordinary, even by the standards of a

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Luxury Redefined: The Appeal of Craftsmanship and Hands-on Learning in High-End Event Programs

In an era where mass-production often overshadows individuality, the demand for craftsmanship and artisanal experiences has skyrocketed. The success

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Luxury Redefined: The Appeal of Craftsmanship and Hands-on Learning in High-End Event Programs

IBTM World 2018 Q&A: MPI’s Jessie States Talks Event Flexibility and Emergency Preparedness

Meetings Today Content Engagement Director Christoph Trappe caught up with MPI

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Approval of Miami Beach Convention Headquarter Hotel Turns Tide for Destination

It’s official. After two failed attempts, Miami Beach will finally get the convention headquarter hotel that local tourism officials have been

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Marriott and Groups360 Answer Key Questions About ‘Instant Book’ Meetings Functionality

Global hotel giant Marriott International joined with major competitors that include Accor, Hilton and IHG Hotels & Resorts to invest in

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Las Vegas Solidifies Itself As a Leading Events Destination

Customer demand, competitive dynamics and pure opportunity are driving unprecedented innovation in new venues, products and experiences in Las Vegas

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Going Green

Just as in grade school, "Show and Tell" is an important part of the learning process. So as 2010 has just ended and green meeting practices have

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Across the Borders: Canada

Canada has joie de vivre aplenty, but a more compelling element is its special brand of "je ne sais quoi," a beckoning mix of stereotypes,

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Workforce Development Key as ASAE Annual Wraps in Atlanta

ASAE’s 2023 Annual Meeting & Exposition, held August 5-8 in Atlanta, has wrapped, attracting more than 5,200 attendees representing all aspects

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Happenings

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Super Bowl LVI and LACC Career Academy Showcase CSR Potential in L.A.

In Los Angeles, corporate social responsibility (CSR) activities have long been important components of meeting programs. As in-person events bounce

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Time-saving Tech Tools

 While many planners find themselves squeezed for time these days, the good news is that there is a growing choice of technology tools that

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Travel Industry Suffering Catastrophic Coronavirus Losses

The economic impact coronavirus is having on the hospitality industry and U.S. economy is catastrophic, according to hoteliers and travel industry

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Portugal moves to the top of planners’ minds

Stepping off the plane in Lisbon last summer, I wasn’t sure what to expect. Seven days of sightseeing later—in both Lisbon and 200 miles

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3 Meetings Horror Stories: Wild Horses, Dead Doves and a Near-Disastrous Lunch

One could argue it wouldn’t be a meeting or event if something didn’t go wrong, but what about when the unimaginable happens?While it may be

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Battling the Housing Pirates

That hotel contract you signed a couple of years ago may give you confidence about sleeping room rates, availability and your event budget, but

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Why New York City Is a Global Sports Capital Primed for Events

Interviewed by a local news station ahead of his first match at the 2024 US Open Tennis Championships this August, defending champion Novak Djokovic

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