As Technology Changes Events, These 5 Things Will Likely Stay the Same

We are living in a time of unprecedented technology change. How will these changes affect meetings and tradeshows? Will they remain a central form of

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EIC Centre for Sustainable Events Debuts to Help Planners Save Planet

The Events Industry Council (EIC) along with global industry partners launched the

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Washington DC: Reality vs Perception = Truth and Love

Amid a blitz of negative headlines and rhetoric that “politics is killing tourism” in the nation’s capital, Destination DC (DDC) used IMEX as a

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AI Becomes Essential Tool for Planners in 2026

Optimism in the meetings and events profession has reached its highest level for the first time in five years, according to the 15th annual Global

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These New Jersey Wineries Offer Scenic Event Settings for Groups

It was the United States Bicentennial commemorative event that shocked the wine world. In 1976, British wine merchant Steven Spurrier and his

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So Many Reasons to Choose Hilton Orlando for Your Next Meeting or Event—Including Proximity to Universal’s New Epic Universe!

Hilton Orlando continues to shine as one of the premier event destinations in the country—earning a coveted spot once again on the 2025 CVENT list of

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How the Events Industry Can Reduce Food Waste

Reducing food waste in the events and hospitality industry may seem daunting, but it is achievable. By taking proactive steps, you can plan menus for

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4 Ways to Accommodate Attendees With Disabilities at Events

Having your event accessible to people with disabilities is more important than most truly realize. One in four adults in the U.S. have some form of

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Sabre Virtual Meetings in the Clouds

Glowpoint, Inc., a provider of cloud managed video services, and Sabre Travel Network, a technology firm serving travel agencies and corporations,

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PCMA Co-locates with Virtual Edge

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Live From PCMA CL: Maritz CEO Peckinpaugh Digs Into 2024 Meetings and Events Trends

From AI and generational shifts to rethinking event design, supplier diversity, prices and the latest and greatest innovation impacting the

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Engage Your Virtual Audience with these tips

There are more distractions to take a virtual audience member’s attention away from your session than an in-person audience member. Therefore,

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Marriott Announces Virtual Meetings

Marriott International unveiled its GoThere Virtual Meetings studios at two hotels in New York and Bethesda, Md.GoThere Virtual Meetings allows

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The New Live Engagement Program: Virtual is Here to Stay

During the past year, meeting and event professionals across the globe were forced to adapt to the “new normal” of virtual events. Although most of

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3D Virtual Meetings Mainstreamed?

SAN FRANCISCOA new collaboration tool from Portland, Ore.-based startup Object Theory using

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This ‘Dreamscape’ May Represent the Future of In-Person Events

New York City is opening Wednesday, May 19. Hallelujah. Everything is back to normal. Party like it’s 1999! Nope.  We have challenges ahead

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Take a Virtual Journey With Marriott

Marriott Hotels launched VRoom Service in collaboration with Samsung Electronics America to provide guests with a virtual reality travel experience

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Group-Friendly Michelin Dining in Texas

In November 2023, the Michelin Guide made its Texas debut in a three-year deal. Staged at Houston’s event-capable 713 Music Hall, the inaugural

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Record-Breaking Number of Events Held in First Half of 2024

The average number of events increased by 52% in 2024 compared to the same period in 2023, according to a

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