Monterey and Santa Cruz provide idyllic settings

While within easy reach of San Francisco and Silicon Valley, Santa Cruz and Monterey are a world away. Offering a meditative environment in a

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Iceland’s outdoor allures will leave groups in awe

In a country where Vikings, trolls and family sagas—narratives from the 9th-11th centuries—shape its history, an equally intriguing and

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Texas Leads the Charge With Its Unique Venues

When it comes to staging meetings, Texas has every base covered. Take the Austin Convention Center, for example. Hosting a full calendar of major

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Delos Wellness Certificate Takes Wellness at Meetings to the Next Level

Some attendees prefer a trip to the spa for a rejuvenating massage session. Others appreciate when they get to move their bodies through yoga or

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10 quick ways to boost the attendee experience

With audience engagement a pressing priority these days, it’s little wonder if traditional approaches to everything from tradeshow set-ups to

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Inland Mississippi’s vibrant cities lure groups

Head into any downtown center throughout Inland Mississippi and find a rich blend of memorable landmarks and cultural attractions coupled with plush

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Greater Los Angeles is a natural for outdoor events

With a climate that is practically guaranteed to be sunny and temperate at any time of year, Los Angeles is the ideal destination for taking at least

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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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Managing risks pays off with better global events

Risk is a part of every event planner’s life. It’s risky to plan an event, risky to attend an event, risky to stay home. But just because

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Historic venues inspire in the Pocono Mountains and Pennsylvania's countryside

Choose virtually any category, including the nation-building pillars of transportation, energy, banking and education, and Pennsylvania, one of the

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Midwestern venues show off lakefront spaces

While many groups pack their bathing suits and head to oceanside settings, the sheer beauty, tranquility and diversity of the Midwestern lake

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A booming Vegas is optimistic about the future

No destination registers numbers like Las Vegas. Fun figures from 2014 include 11,336 Fountains of Bellagio shows, 7,982,550 pillows fluffed at MGM

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The Inland Empire is rich with unique off-site venues

The Inland Empire runs along Interstate 10 east of Los Angeles and includes sections of Riverside, Los Angeles and San Bernardino counties in an

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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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Development Boom in Omaha Is a Game Changer for Meetings and Conventions

Think you know Omaha, Nebraska? You might want to think again. This Heartland hub is in the midst of a major evolution that will change the face

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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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