On the Scene: Experiencing IMEX America as a First-Time Attendee

The first time I felt I truly experienced the world, I was roaming the streets of London alone at the ripe age of 17, independent and unafraid of

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Destination Marketing Is Undergoing a Radical Shift—Here’s How

The pandemic has accelerated forces already in motion that will transform the way DMOs collaborate with and impact the communities they serve.

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The Green Scene

When you factor in its many parks, preserves and golf courses, Florida seems very green indeed. But in ways that concern many meeting planners—

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Mandalay Bay Details Massive Meetings Expansion

LAS VEGASMandalay Bay Resort and Casino has announced plans to expand its convention center with the intention of strengthening its position as a

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Hilton Tucson El Conquistador Gets a Green Nod

TUCSON, Ariz. Hilton Tucson El Conquistador, the first hotel in Tucson to receive the Green Certification from the Arizona Hotel & Lodging

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Hotels Begin Reopening After Hurricane Irma

SOUTH FLORIDA/CARIBBEAN ISLANDSProperties in Florida and the Caribbean are beginning to resume service and accepting reservations post-Irma. Below is

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Pittsburgh/Western Pennsylvania

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Chef David Hollands Melds the Flavors of San Francisco at the Marriott Marquis

David Hollands is a man who loves his city and treasures his job.Having lived in San Francisco since the age of 2, the executive chef of the San

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Tampa Bay: Where Dynamic Meetings Happen Nearly Effortlessly

With cutting-edge venues, new upgrades to the Tampa Convention Center and a vibrant array of amenities, Tampa Bay meetings come together with an easy

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Virginia Venue Shares Tips for Greener Events

LEESBURG, Va.The National Conference Center, one of the largest meeting and training

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New Chicago Hotel & CC Complex To Be Uber Eco-Friendly

CHICAGO A multi-hotel complex and convention center planned for development near Chicago's O'Hare International Airport aims to set the standard

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Caesars Wins Silver IMEX Green Award

LAS VEGAS Caesars Entertainment has received the 2012 Silver IMEX Green Supplier Award for its commitment to environmental sustainability. The

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Convention centers adapt to tradeshows of today

Once upon a time, in the words of tradeshow consultant Traci Browne, the typical event held in a convention center exhibition hall could be described

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Pittsburgh CC Gets High Green Marks

PITTSBURGH The Pittsburgh region’s investment in a green convention center is paying off. Consulting firm, evolveEA performed a ground-

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Joel Whitten

Joel WhittenSr. Meeting PlannerSubway World HeadquartersMilford, Conn. Do you find that your booking window is increasing or shrinking recently

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Green on Green

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Where Innovation and Inspiration Meet

 There’s something different about meeting in Denver. It could be the 300 sunny days that make the city feel brighter. Maybe it’s the ever-

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8 Tech Tips for Creating an Immersive Corporate Event

Whether it’s an intimate stakeholder meeting or a large-scale global production, planning a successful corporate event requires plenty of preparation

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A Buzz in San Francisco

There is a big new buzz in San Francisco and it’s coming from the bees. Yes, bees. Seven San Francisco hotels have built hives on their

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Milwaukee's Baird Center Is Setting Big-Box F&B Trends

To discover the latest convention center F&B trends, the best strategy is to tap the knowledge of the person who leads the culinary team

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