Site Inspections of Event Spaces: A Strategic Approach

In early December, I conducted two site inspections for an event client, comparing a "stunning plug-and-play" venue against a "versatile blank canvas

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Montco 360 Gives Planners a Bird’s-Eye View

Photos in a brochure or words on a screen can only do so much to describe and give the feel of a destination. To help with this, the Valley

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Excite and Enchant With Private Event Venues and After-Hours Land Buyouts at Disneyland Resort in California

Whether you’re looking to host an onsite, multiday event for 1,000-plus attendees or simply want a special evening somewhere that sparkles,

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Mickey's Toontown at Disneyland Park. Credit: Disney.

Aventri’s Top Event Tech Trends for 2019 and Beyond

AI, AR, IoT … Event technology is a fast-moving landscape.It can be tough to keep up with the pace of change. The latest innovations promise

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Luxury Redefined: The Evolution of Wellness in Corporate Luxury Events

Another wave of wellness-driven, emotionally resonant experiences is taking center stage in luxury corporate events, reflecting broader consumer

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Luxury Redefined: The Evolution of Wellness in Corporate Luxury Events

5 Experts on the State of Pharma Meetings During the Pandemic

Pharma and medical meetings, like all other segments that rely on in-person meetings for education and collaboration, were throttled by the COVID-19

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Corbin Ball’s 11 Essential Event Tech Tips for Global Business Travelers

As more and more meetings go global, U.S.-based meeting planners need to familiarize themselves with the technology landscape abroad.While navigating

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Highlights and Planner Insights From the 2026 Meetings Today Trends Survey

Key Takeaways:Meetings budgets battle climbing costsBiggest career threats for meeting

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One Event Professional’s Wellness Journey Coping With the Pandemic

That old saying “back in the saddle again” may be appropriate when it comes to experiencing in-person events, but the metaphorical horse has changed—

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Kayla Cook, owner of Kayla Cook Events.

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Encore's Amanda Armstrong Talks Making an Impact, Igniting the Senses and the Future of Event Technology

In this Meetings Today Podcast, recorded on the IMEX America tradeshow floor, Taylor Smith sits down with Amanda Armstrong, senior vice president of

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Cvent's Patrick Smith on Hybrid Meetings and Hope for the Future

#InlineArticleRectangle{display:none;} Meetings Today’s Tyler Davidson talks with Cvent Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer

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Marriott Bonvoy Events Unlocks Exceptional Meetings Across the Caribbean and Latin America

Meeting planners play a crucial role in selecting the perfect venue, a decision that lays the foundation for a successful and impactful event. As

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Short-Term Meetings in June Could Snag a World Cup Experience

Starting on June 4 and running through July 3, the FIFA World Cup of soccer will take place in 16 cities across North America, 11 of which are in the

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Why New Jersey Is a Sporting Events Champion

Of the five professional sports franchises that call New Jersey home, only the New Jersey Devils of the National Hockey League carry the state’s name

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4 New Orleans Event Venues That Show a New Side of the City

You can check off most typical New Orleans bucket-list items within the city’s iconic French Quarter, where beignets from Cafe Du Monde can be

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The National WWII Museum in New Orleans. Credit: The National WWII Museum.

Walt Disney World Meetings and Events Catering: Food That Tells a Story

Christian Rumpler, executive chef of catering event operations at Walt Disney World, has spun gastronomic magic here for more than 30 years. And, if

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On Demand Webinar - Backstage Pass: Producing Compelling Content that Drives Engagement

Whether virtual, in-person, or hybrid, one thing rings true–content is king. But in this new age of content consumption, how do you create a cohesive

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Portland’s Natural Spaces Are Fertile Ground for Meetings and Events

Boasting more than 200 parks and gardens within city limits, Portland, Oregon, is a natural choice for business events that want to inhale some fresh

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