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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Photo of ASAE President and CEO Michelle Mason on stage at the association's annual conference, with the conference logo Shape Your Purpose on the screen behind her.

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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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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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

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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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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Coast to Coast

More CoverageTown and CountryOnce upon a time, wine

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A Look at What's Trending in Travel for 2012

By Carol Pucci for The Seattle Times/McClatchy-Tribune Regional News I'm not sure I'd pay $15 to pitch a tent in someone's garden. And I don't plan

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19 Event Planning Tips From SMERF Meeting Experts

Meeting planners operating in the SMERF—social, military, education, religious and fraternal—segment often have to stretch budgets and get creative

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MPI WEC 2018: Revved, Ready and Redesigned in Indianapolis

Meeting Professionals International (MPI) is turning heads in Indy with its completely overhauled annual

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Value Destinations

The National Middle School Association (NMSA) knows the value of meeting in destinations other than first-tier cities. Along with a growing number of

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Through Certifications and Safety Training, Raleigh Is Poised to Welcome Back Groups

As in-person meetings begin to return, destination selection will be paramount. Planners will be on the lookout for cities that have put forth an

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Enhanced cleaning procedures at Raleigh Convention Center

What to Do If an Active Shooter Strikes During Your Meeting

Most people think they know how they would react if they were suddenly faced with an active shooter. You’d leap into action, take charge, bar

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A strong U.S. dollar ups Canada's and Mexico's group appeal

Always popular as meeting sites, Western Canada and Mexico are now even more enticing as the strength of the U.S. dollar allows planners to book more

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Take 10 - Site Selection: Checklist for Success With Joan Eisenstodt

Joan Eisenstodt answers additional questions from the 04.26.17 

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Site Scene

Illinois McCormick Place West, the latest addition to Chicago’s McCormick Place, opened in early August, eight months ahead of

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Why You Should Place Your Group Bet on Downtown Las Vegas

Like a publicity still from an all-star movie, a photograph from the late 1970s shows 10 legendary Downtown Las Vegas casino owner-operators

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Circa Legacy Club, Circa Resort & Casino

South Dakota boasts a vast array of green space

Groups meeting throughout South Dakota are encouraged, especially during spring, summer and autumn, to consider area parks as possible settings for

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A Few Personal Video Messages From Your CVB Partners

While face-to-face meetings and travel have paused, staying connected with peers and hospitality partners is more important than ever. In this series

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5 Unique Desert Event Venues That Give Attendees a Sense of Place

Don’t be mistaken—when it comes to desert regions, the expansive images of barren landscapes and oppressive sun that may come to your mind are

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Cactus Alley reception setup, Springs Preserve, Las Vegas