The Z: Tips and Tricks for First-Time IMEX America Attendees

Nearly two years ago, I packed my beat-up carry-on suitcase, clumsily rolled it through the crowded O’Hare International Airport terminals and took

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The Z: Tips and Tricks for First-Time IMEX America Attendees

9 Meetings-Friendly Properties in Phoenix, Scottsdale and Tucson

From a historical property that celebrated its grand opening nearly a century ago and welcomed guests including past presidents and iconic

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The Arizona Biltmore, Phoenix

Mandalay Bay Unveils Plans for $100 Million Renovation

Already standing as the fifth-largest convention center in the U.S., Mandalay Bay shared plans for its $100-million renovation of the 2.1-million-

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Mandalay Bay Convention Center Prefunction Space

How to Experience the Arts and Culture of Phoenix and Scottsdale

Arizona’s heart beats for the arts and culture that established the destination it is today and continues to form the one it will become tomorrow.

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Leveraging CVBs To Exchange Community Capital for Tangible ROI

CVBs, aka DMOs, have long played a critical role for meetings and events. They provide destination expertise and a range of free services, from

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The Latest Meetings News in Key Ohio Cities (2022)

Accessibility, walkability, friendliness. These are the common threads that weave through the key meetings destinations in Ohio, where planners and

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Downtown Cleveland

San Antonio Builds on Its Historic Charms With Major New Developments

San Antonio has always been the pride of Texas, with that monumental last stand at the Alamo forever notching its place in history books and

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Photo of San Antonio skyline at dusk.

Meet the Sand Sculptor Behind The Reach Key West and Casa Marina’s Beachy Masterpieces

In 1999, Marianne van den Broek picked up a tool and started making figures in a block of sand. Little did she know that the course of her

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Marianne van den Broek, Professional Sand Sculptor

EIC’s Amy Calvert on the Talent Pipeline and a Revamped CMP

It’s no secret that the hospitality industry faces a challenge attracting the next generation of talent. In fact, it’s a major topic of discussion

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Heritage Runs Deep in Western and Central Pennsylvania

From Pittsburgh’s industrial might and the forever preserved farmland of Lancaster County to the fundamental values that built Hershey, “The Sweetest

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Buggy Silhouette

Navigating Today's Challenges in Leadership (and life)

Season 5, Episode 5Guest: Maria Grasso, Senior Vice President, Convention Division, Philadelphia CVBWhat kind

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Saddle Up for These 5 Unique Offsite Options in Plano, Texas

With four walkable entertainment districts, including three located right in the city’s convention district,

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Legacy Hall, Plano.

Fun Outdoor Activities for Groups in Montana

With a nickname like “Big Sky Country,” it’s no wonder that Montana is a state known for its natural beauty. From breathtaking mountain ranges to

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Skiing at Big Sky Resort

Montreal's New Marriott and More Eastern Property News

Maryland Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina recently completed a multimillion-dollar renovation to its meeting and event

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Honeyrose Marriott Hotel Bar, Photo Credit Marriott Hotels

Atlanta CVB Hires Jason Lusk as New Vice President of Sales

Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau (ACVB), Discover Atlanta, announced that Jason Lusk would take on the role of vice president of sales. Lusk

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Anaheim Hosts Largest Convention in Two Years

Anaheim hosted its largest

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New Products West Expo at Anaheim Convention Center.

Historic Venues and Experiences for Meetings in Virginia

In August 2013, Sheila Johnson, co-founder of Black Entertainment Television and the first African American woman billionaire, introduced Salamander

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Salamander Middleburg balcony and lawn

Boise, Pocatello and Sun Valley, Idaho, Are Polishing Their Meetings Cred

With stunning natural scenery, a thriving luxury ski resort town and a capital city that has become a magnet for the tech industry and migration from

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Photo of Argryos Performing Arts Center, Sun Valley.

Atlantic City Aims High in 2023 Behind New Products, Experiences and Opportunities

Roughed out, edited and crafted into shape since 1854, the Atlantic City hospitality and tourism story is a compelling page-turner about meeting

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Tropicana Atlantic City exterior

A Hybrid Meetings Primer: The Rise of the Smart Venue

When we return to onsite meetings, we will see the rapid rise of the “Smart Venue.” In a hybrid event environment, venues will need to invest in

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