Anaheim Unveils a "Golden Decade" for Meetings

 With $10 billion in infrastructure investment and new dining, retail and entertainment districts such as OCVIBE, Anaheim, California, has

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How the Flexibility of Conference Centers Meets the Evolving Needs of Attendees

It’s hard to believe that empty boxes of space can change so much. But they do. And they should.  In June, the International Association of

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Need-to-Know 2025 Corporate Event Trends

To say the corporate events industry is dynamic is... a massive understatement. Its ever-changing, no-two-days-are-the-same nature could be what

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Central California Coastal Destinations That Fly Under the Radar for Meetings

Destination wedding and incentive planners have the Central California Coast’s Monterey and Santa Barbara on their speed dial, but do you? These

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10 Reasons Why Washington, D.C., Is a Rising Incentive Travel Star

Incentive travel rewards are breaking from the traditional, with new generations of award-winners expressing a desire for programs that explore the

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Net Zero Carbon Events Launches Guidance and Methodology to Help Events Industry Reduce Carbon Emissions

The push for a more sustainable events industry continues. The Net Zero Carbon Events (NZCE) initiative recently published

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There’s No Place in the World Like Washington, DC, for Meetings and Events

Washington, DC, is the nation’s capital, and thus has been a natural meeting place dating back to the country’s founding. For years it has brought

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4 Questions for a Veteran Conference Services Director

Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort and Spa in Bonita Springs, Florida, has named Heather Eubank director of events. She is responsible for leading a

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How California Is Helping Green Your Event's F&B Plan

California has long been a pioneer in the sustainability arena. From protecting its natural wonders, including the nation’s largest state park system

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Weighing in on GLP-1 Dining Trends: Best Practices for Event Menus

Event menus haven’t changed much in the last decade. Selections follow the same patterns: portions are still generous; dessert is automatic; snack

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Group-Friendly Michelin Dining in Texas

In November 2023, the Michelin Guide made its Texas debut in a three-year deal. Staged at Houston’s event-capable 713 Music Hall, the inaugural

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SITE Fetes Its 50th Anniversary Back Where It Began

Celebration filled the air at SITE Global Conference 2023 in New York, where the global incentive travel association met to fete its 50th anniversary

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Transforming the Caribbean and Latin American Meetings Landscape: Marriott’s Exciting Hotel Openings in 2025

The Caribbean and Latin America remain top destinations for business, leisure and incentive travel, and in 2025, Marriott International will continue

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A Top Chef's Plant-Based Cuisine Spotlight at Luxe SoCal Hotel

Plant-based cuisine is a growing fine-dining trend, with luxury properties that cater to high-end meetings taking the plunge into meatless options.

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The First Carbon-Positive Hotel in the U.S. and More West Renovation News

Arizona  The Scottsdale Resort & Spa recently

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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

New Destinations International Courses Promote Supplier-Planner Collaboration

Before the end of the year, Destinations International (DI) will launch a new online certificate program for destination organization sales and

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Park Hyatt New York's Renovation, Historic Hotel Updates and More News in the East

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Tibetan Wellness, Waterfront Views and More Global Property News

BelizeFort George Hotel & Spa announced the opening of its new

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Green Hotels, A Canada Debut and More New and Renovated Properties From the East

CanadaHilton has announced a new hotel near the Toronto Pearson International Airport set to open in 2028.  The 193-room

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