Historic Indiana Property Adding Ballroom

FORT WAYNE, Ind. Most of the Indiana Hotel in downtown Fort Wayne has been empty since the late 1960's. But leaders with the Embassy Theatre

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Maui and Southern California Meetings Hotels Announce Renovation News

Major renovations at the Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa and two Southern California properties are highlights of recent meetings and conventions

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Chicago Unveils New Marketing Efforts

CHICAGO The first true branding effort highlighting the City of Chicago as a global visitor destination was launched today by the Chicago

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End of an Era at Pere Marquette

PEORIA, Ill. The 84-year-old downtown hotel built in the Roaring '20s that once housed the infamous Shelton brothers, U.S. presidents, celebrities

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Red Lion Rebrand for PA Conference Hotel

HARRISBURG, Pa.Red Lion Hotels Corporation (RLHC) entered into a franchise license agreement with Hospitality Associates of Harrisburg, L.P., the

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Twin Cities Hyatt Undertakes Big Makeover

MINNEAPOLIS , Minn. Hyatt Regency Minneapolis, one of the largest properties in the Twin Cities, will undergo a major renovation starting this

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Why New York City Is a Global Sports Capital Primed for Events

Interviewed by a local news station ahead of his first match at the 2024 US Open Tennis Championships this August, defending champion Novak Djokovic

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Wine-focused Lodgings Lure Groups West

There are over 8,300 wineries in North America, with more than 3,200 in the West. Along with this popularity comes wine-focused lodgings with unique

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Log-On, Free, At Washington State Convention Center

SEATTLE, Wash.   The Washington State Convention Center is introducing free Wi-Fi access in its client lobbies and pre-function space,

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MPI Announces New Business Leader for Certification, Events

DALLAS, TX Meeting Professionals International yesterday announced the appointment of Danya Casey as its new vice president, events and

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Optimism and Growth: American Express Reveals 2023 Global Meetings & Events Forecast

American Express released its 2023 Global Meetings & Events Forecast at IMEX America this week, revealing a positive outlook for the recovery

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Gerardo Tejado and Linda McNairy present the major findings from the 2023 Global Meetings & Events Forecast at IMEX America

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We’re happy to announce a major addition to the staff of Meetings Focus, with the hiring of Rayna Katz as our new Content Director, Features

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Cambria Hotel Newport Prioritizes Events

NEWPORT, R.I.Choice Hotels International announced the opening of the Cambria Hotel in Newport, R.I. Located at 240 Aquidneck Ave., the 143-room,

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Melia Hotels Opens in Orlando

ORLANDOSpanish operator Melia Hotels International has opened its second U.S. property with Melia Orlando Hotel at Celebration. The property,

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Winston Chien

SHANGHAI, ChinaJumeirah Group appointed Winston Chien, as general manager at

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Distinctive Meetings at One of America’s Best Beaches

Located less than 30 minutes from two international airports, Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach shines on Florida’s stunning Gulf Coast with an endless

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Wyndham Grand Clearwater Pool

L.A.: Beverly Hills, Westside & Beaches

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Voting Open for DMAI's 'March Meeting Planning Madness'

Destination Marketing Association International (DMAI) launched a bracket of its own in celebration of March Madness, aptly titled the 'March Meeting

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Modus Hotel Brand Launches Expansion

Officials of Potomac Hospitality Services announced that the company will expand its hotel management portfolio to include branded as well as non-

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ASAE's John Graham on the credit downgrade of the United States and its impact on associations.

More CoverageASAE Meeting Stresses Social Responsibility and

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