3 Southeastern Resorts Perfect for Beach Meetings

When attendees see the beach as a venue on their itinerary, chances are they’re anticipating a gorgeous sunset, the soothing sound of waves and the

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Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa.

Visit Seattle Hires Stephanie Byington as New Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer

Following a nationwide search, Visit Seattle announced the appointment of veteran Seattle marketing executive Stephanie Byington as its next senior

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Stephanie Byington

New Developments Abound in Fast-Growing Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex

The Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex is home to some of the fastest-growing cities in America, which means more hotel and event space options for planners

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Rendering of new Loews Arlington Hotel

How to Stay Relevant With an Evolving Workforce

In a fast-changing business world, MICE industry leaders and meeting and events firms need to stay on top of changes.  At the same time,

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Image of woman with VR goggles on with computer code projected on her.

On the Scene: Exploring Toronto, Canada’s Diversity Capital, Through Venues and Cuisine

The streets of Toronto’s Kensington Market neighborhood are lined with vintage houses that have been transformed into funky business storefronts.

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Toronto Sign in Nathan Phillips Square

IMEX America Preview: What to Expect at the 2022 Show

IMEX America, long known for premier education opportunities during Smart Monday and beyond, is putting its foot on the gas to consolidate and

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IMEX America staff welcoming attendees.

The Latest New and Renovated Hotels From Around The World

ChinaAC Hotels by Marriott announced its brand debut in Greater China with the opening of AC Hotel by Marriott Suzhou, a 135-room

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The Ritz-Carlton Melbourne. Credit: Marriott Hotels

How to Plan and Organize a Marathon: 8 Expert Tips From Chicago Marathon Executive Race Director Carey Pinkowski

This past spring, I crossed the finish line at the Boston Marathon.It was my fifth marathon, and it took just as much planning, training and grit as

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Historic Western Reimaginations and Other Hotel News

ArizonaThe Fairmount Scottsdale, Arizona’s largest and longest-running AAA Five

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Gaylord Pacific Rendering

BREAKING NEWS: IMEX Frankfurt Cancelled Due to Coronavirus

IMEX Group cancelled its IMEX Frankfurt exhibition, which was scheduled for May 12-14 in Frankfurt, Germany, due to German federal and state

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Atlanta Shows Off Its New Conventions Developments During ASAE Annual

Atlanta always embraces the future, and its meetings and conventions product has benefited from major new improvements highlighted by a luxe new

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Photo of Atlanta skyline and Centennial Olympic Park.

New and Renovated Historic Midwest Hotels

MissouriThe Elms Hotel and Spa announced the completion of renovations to its guest rooms, lobby, spa, ballroom, fitness center,

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The Elms Hotel and Spa Exterior

Cvent Connect 2018 Breaks Records—and New Tech Ground—Amid Industry Optimism

“The Power of Live” was the theme of Cvent Connect 2018 in

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3 California Hotel Updates and Las Vegas' Electric Playhouse

California Just 18 miles north of San Francisco sits the new AC Hotel San Rafael, which opened its doors in Marin County in early August. The

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Aloft Hotel El Segundo–Los Angeles Airport

4 Napa and Sonoma Wineries That Meeting Groups Will Savor

The Wine Country of Napa and Sonoma counties epitomizes the good life, in California and beyond. Give your groups a taste of this good life at the

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Photo of Bricoleur Tasting Barn.

Tempo by Hilton Opens in Times Square, More Eastern Hotel News

MassachusettsOn the border of downtown Boston and the Financial District sits The Dagny Boston Hotel, which officially opened its doors once again

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Tempo by Hilton Times Square CREDIT Hilton Hotels

Los Angeles Holds the Most Unique Venues in the US

Only in Los Angeles can you find the most unique venues in the U.S. Los Angeles is home to the most unique, top-tier venues in

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Technology Remains a Pain Point for Planners

A recent global survey conducted by etouches aimed to pinpoint the top pain

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2013 Meetings Focus Trends Survey

More than 600 planners completed our annual Meetings Focus Trends Survey this year, revealing that prices continue to cause consternation and the

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Good News, Bad News in Simpleview Sales Performance Report

While 2022 bookings lag 2019 bookings by 30%, sales leads are approaching 2019 levels in the first half of 2022, according to a new quarterly sales

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Simpleview quarterly sales report July 2002 graphic.