Albany and Saratoga Springs step up offerings

It’s been 15 years since then-Mayor Gerald Jennings convened the task force that solicited the first proposals for a new-build convention

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New York’s Rochester is a creative arts hot spot

Located between Lake Ontario and the Finger Lakes wine region, New York’s third-most-populous city has historically been one of America’s

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5 Strategies for the Perfect Beach Gathering

When it comes to event settings that inspire, relax and rejuvenate attendees, the beach is a top pick. The sand, surf and coastline add elements of

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A Las Vegas Coronavirus Comeback Story

The hospitality and meetings industries are at a standstill as the COVID-19 crisis levels its crippling effect on travel and public gatherings of any

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South Dakota surprises with memorable venues

Sure, Mount Rushmore is magnificent, but South Dakota’s memorable venues and attractions go well beyond the grand granite faces that draw 3

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Atlantic City invests in the future (and group business)

A popular saying in beach destinations around the nation, “sand in my shoes,” is especially heartfelt in Atlantic City, describing the

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Northern California

The canvas of Northern California is painted in bold hues of rich ethnic diversity, strong lines of natural beauty and subtle undertones of

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Six red-hot drive-to meeting locales

With regional meetings on the upswing, gas prices dropping and air service to smaller airports on the decline, a variety of forces are aligning to

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California’s resort destinations blossom with group options

Whether it’s a desert oasis, coastal idyll or mountain retreat, California’s incredibly diverse landscapes set the stage for a vast array

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New Jersey is a hotbed of learning experiences

The Garden State’s middle name is “invention.” In fact, New Jersey is the only state to have its own Inventors Hall of Fame,

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SMERF Meetings Evolve

The SMERF market is generally known as the "old reliable" standby, which continues to book meetings even in the harshest of economic climates, while

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Exciting Expansion for Acclaimed Seattle Lodge

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South Texas sizzles on the food front

With origins dating to the arrival of the first Spaniards in Texas—their first culinary encounter being with the indigenous ingredients and

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Versed in Crisis Management, Meetings Outlook in Puerto Rico is Optimistic

Resiliency and perseverance are two defining descriptors of Puerto Rico. As with everyone else around the world, meeting professionals in Puerto

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Photo: Convention Center District in Puerto Rico; Credit: Omar Reyes

MGM Releases Details on Spectacular Vegas 'Park'

LAS VEGASMGM Resorts International has unveiled expanded plans and the first look at programming for its dynamic park, dining and entertainment

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4 New and Renovated Hotels With Sustainability at the Forefront

A pause on both business and leisure travel during the COVID-19 pandemic left many hotels with empty guest rooms and limited reservations, but on the

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Music-making, comedy and other fun diversions electrify corporate events

Snap quiz: What’s the surest way to make sure attendees are paying attention and absorbing your meeting’s key messages? Answer: Make sure

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Oregon offers a wealth of outdoor adventures and excitement for groups

Oregon has long been a state known for breaking new ground, with a fierce pioneering spirit when it comes to exploration, technology, politics and

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New and improved properties in California make a great group impression

With demand up from business and leisure travelers alike, hotels in California are once again enjoying healthy occupancies, and many are able to

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Take 10 - Hybrid Meetings, A Meeting Planner's Checklist

What is the difference between an in-person meeting, a virtual meeting and a hybrid meeting? An in-person

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