4 Music Venues for Groups in West Virginia

Blessed with abundant natural resources ranging from tranquil mountains to raging rivers, West Virginia is a standout for travelers who want to

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Snowshoe Mountain Resort. Credit: West Virginia Department of Tourism

10 Practical Wellness Tips for Putting You First in 2025

As a former public relations executive, I know the nonstop, client-centric world of event planning. It’s mentally, physically and sometimes

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Mark Mohammadpour out for a run.

How Mentorship Will Be Making a Big Impact at IMEX America

At the core of IMEX Group’s efforts for

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Impact sign at IMEX Frankfurt

Experience Meeting in the Heart of South Carolina

In Columbia, South Carolina, you'll find unique meeting venues and a wide range of hotels in a relaxed urban landscape. And when the meeting wraps,

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Columbia, South Carolina

Group Offerings in the Great Outdoors Across Cincinnati, Cleveland and Columbus

Nestled in the heart of the Midwest, Ohio offers an unexpected haven for outdoor enthusiasts, with three of its major cities—Cincinnati, Cleveland

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Ohio-shaped bike rack. Credit: Visit Cincy

A $393 Million Renovation and More South New and Renovated News

CaribbeanNestled on 15 tropical acres of Palm Beach’s widest stretch of white-sand beach, the

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Hilton Aruba Caribbean Resort & Casino Shore Club

Desert Destinations Deliver Contemplative Group Outing Options

Not all deserts are alike. For example, different altitudes pose different opportunities for flora and fauna at each level.  “High” deserts near

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Group practicing yoga at sunset in Phoenix

Continued Growth and Infrastructure Projects Put St. Louis in the Spotlight

There’s a spotlight shining over St. Louis. In late October, Explore St. Louis reported record growth in tourism, hotel industry performance and

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Ballpark Village, St. Louis

Discover the Unique Venues in Ocean City, MD: A Meeting Planner’s Dream

Nestled along the picturesque Eastern Shore, Ocean City, Maryland, offers a blend of coastal charm and modern amenities, making it an ideal

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Ocean City, Maryland aerial photo

New Global Hotel Openings and a Major Australian Transformation

ChinaNestled in the heart of the Nan’an District in Chongqing sits the

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Conrad Chongqing Rooftop

6 Group-Friendly Restaurants to Try in Chicago’s Suburbs

The city of Chicago is known around the world for its dining scene, offering everything from Michelin-star restaurants helmed by award-winning chefs

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Aurelio's Pizza

Matthew Pivarnik Named President and CEO of Myrtle Beach Area Chamber and CVB

Matthew “Matt” Pivarnik has been appointed as the new president and CEO of the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce (MBACC). Pivarnik brings over 30

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Matt Pivarnik

Former President & CEO of Visit Indy Dies at 89

The former president and CEO of Visit Indy, Bill McGowan, died December 18 at the age of 89. McGowan served as CEO of what was then known as the

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Leonard Hoops (Left) and Bill McGowan (Right)

Unique Anaheim Venue Finds New Life

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A Caesars Global Wellness Summit Success Story

Wellness has become a bit of a force—odd as that phrase may sound—in the meetings and events industry.  In fact, a major marketing objective of

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Photo of Caesars Palace pool with Advocate Summit sign lit up, at night.

Hot-Button Contract Concerns Facing Both Planners and Suppliers

After a tumultuous half-decade, with the in-person meetings and events pandemic shutdown followed by unprecedented supplier-chain, inflation and

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Attorney, Joshua Grimes

Toronto—Where Cultures Remix

Meet in a city where different perspectives are not only celebrated but remixed. Here, infinite fusions of cultures and ideas open minds and bring

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Toronto skyline

The Z: Why It’s Important to Talk Through Transitions, Personally and Professionally

It’s funny what one email introduction can lead to in an industry like meetings and events.Earlier this summer, when a mutual friend introduced me to

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The Z: Why It’s Important to Talk Through Transitions, Personally and Professionally

The First Carbon-Positive Hotel in the U.S. and More West Renovation News

Arizona  The Scottsdale Resort & Spa recently

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Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa

Shifting Sands: Luxury Incentives Are Back, With a Twist

The incentive travel segment has undergone a

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Photo of a road with sand blowing across it.