Anaheim and Orange County are game for group fun

Lapped by the Pacific Ocean and blessed with dozen of miles of uninterrupted golden beaches, hundreds of miles of cycling paths and some of Southern

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Buffalo and Niagara Falls offer one-of-a-kind off-sites

The Buffalo/Niagara area, anchored by the glorious Niagara Falls, a sight every group that meets in the area must see, has a pretty amazing lineup of

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Galveston brims with group opportunities

With its deep-water port and sandy beaches, Galveston’s maritime- and tourism-based economy is strongly supported by its health care,

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Wisconsin

Wisconsin is anything but ordinary, a place where Harley-Davidsons might rumble past historic Victorians, cutting-edge contemporary museums and

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Northern Ohio offers the best of old and new

For decades, northern Ohio has been an economic powerhouse, with major industries and businesses helping to put the region on the national stage.

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San Diego’s array of heritage stops are group magnets

San Diego’s consistent warm weather and coastal setting translate to a plethora of outdoor group options, taking advantage of 70 miles of

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Cultural and historic venues are the heart and soul of Tennessee

Roots pertaining to American social and cultural heritage run deep in central and western Tennessee, evident in sites and attractions tied to

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Fresh districts and venues spur six rising meeting cities

Planners are known for not leaving much to chance, so successful meetings destinations have earned that status for a reason. But even in already-

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Adaptive reuse creates unique meeting venues

Have you ever thought of meeting at a bottling plant, electric utilities building or a train station terminal?Presumably not, but the emerging trend

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Central Illinois delivers a taste of agrarian heritage

Farming has been a way of life in Central Illinois for 200 years, but these days the country’s most productive farmland is growing for the

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Friendly farming sites welcome groups to the Midwest

There really is no place quite like a farm for a group event. Fresh air, friendly farmers, animal encounters, tasty produce and unique experiences

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Upstate New York gets group boost after tourism investment

In May 2013, New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced a $60 million investment in tourism for the Empire State. With an estimated 8.54 million more

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Historic event venues in Napa and Sonoma feed wine country wanderlust

As new wine regions spring up around the country, business is still booming for the nation’s predominant grape growers in California’s

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St. Louis' spirit shines via its eclectic neighborhoods

"The Lou" might be known best for its iconic arch, popular zoo and acclaimed art museum (the SLAM), but planners who scratch

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Expert tips for creatively cutting back on meeting expenses

With a still-sluggish economy casting its shadow over the meetings landscape, staying within a limited budget can be the first priority for any

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Locales In and Around the Rio Grande Valley in South Texas Swell With History and Energy

Long before the U.S. existed, the Rio Grande wound its way through what is now the border between the U.S. and Mexico. This southern region of Texas

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An Online Event Act That Aims to Deceive

Wow…what a response from the May 4 “

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Utah Boasts Evolving Communities and Standout Meetings Resorts

From the red rocks to the blue sky, Utah is a land of contrasts, and just as it has long been known as a home base for groups seeking adventure, the

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