How Biophilic Design in Meeting Spaces Can Boost Productivity

Warm sun on the skin, big breaths of fresh air, multi-colored flora and fauna eye candy—who doesn’t feel instantly rejuvenated after a few moments

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Meetings DEI Leader Zoe Moore Is Advocating for ‘Social Sustainability’

The DEI movement has certainly

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Rafael Villanueva Hired as Travel Nevada’s First CEO

Travel Nevada hired veteran tourism executive Rafael Villanueva as the organization’s first CEO.  In the new role, Villanueva will direct

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Timeline of a Sustainable Event

Event hosts and managers are famous for the ability to organize…. well, everything! You know about sustainable events and now it is time to learn the

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How to Tap the Top Nashville Honky-Tonks for Group Events

From star-studded new entrants to legendary old favorites like Tootsies Orchid Lounge and Robert’s Western World, there’s a honky-tonk to suit every

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Tapping the Latest F&B Trends

Every fall, as the upcoming year's food and beverage trends reports begin to emerge, we're prompted to ask: What will be the next big thing in dining

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Why These 4 Nashville Properties Are Considered the ‘Top Meeting Hotels’ in the Country

When many people think of Nashville, their minds quickly go to the city’s music attractions like the Grand Ole Opry, Country Music Hall of Fame and

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What’s New at This Year’s MPI World Education Congress in St. Louis

In an email sent to the MPI community earlier this month introducing the latest edition of The Meeting Professional, MPI Editor in Chief

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Vegas’ Cromwell to Undergo Major Renovation and Name Change

True to form, the Las Vegas Strip is evolving yet again as Caesars Entertainment is partnering with Lisa Vanderpump to renovate and completely

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The Cromwell hotel in Las Vegas

Australia's Newest Selina Hotel and More Global Hotel News

AustraliaSelina Hospitality opened its fourth hotel in Australia, Selina Magnetic Island, a five-minute walk from Horseshoe Bay and

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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

Two New Cambria Hotels and More Property Developments in the East

DelawareThe boutique Cambria Hotel Rehoboth Beach opened in Rehoboth, Delaware, a popular Eastern Seaboard destination, and puts

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Queen Kapi‘olani Hotel Unveils Transformation

HONOLULUThe Queen Kapi‘olani Hotel completed a $35 million renovation. Located on

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How Phoenix Is Beating the Heat—and How Your Event Can Help

Cooling heat islands is the first step in creating a better urban environment.It should come as no surprise that Phoenix, which is literally named

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Why Scenting Your Events Should Be on Your Radar

It all started with a few cupcakes.   In 2011, Tiffany Rose Goodyear founded a dessert catering company, Yours Truly Cupcake, with her

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How Irving, Texas, has Transformed Into a Bleisure Magnet

Visit Irving Executive Director Maura Gast shares how this Dallas Metroplex convention magnet, often described as the "headquarters of headquarters

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How Group Travel to the Caribbean Is Evolving

The Caribbean—from its many islands to the shores of Cancun—has long been a staple for groups, and interest in the region remains strong. Incentive

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Red Lion Takes Off Near Spokane Airport

SPOKANE, Wash.Red Lion Hotels Corporation (RLHC) recently announced the Red Lion

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Discover How Meeting Groups Can Give Back When Convening in North Carolina's Piedmont

North Carolina’s Piedmont—situated between the Atlantic Coastal Plain and the Appalachian Mountains—is one of the fastest-growing regions in the U.S

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Minneapolis WEC Showcases New Direction for MPI

MINNEAPOLIS MPI’s World Education Congress (WEC) recently wrapped up at the Minneapolis Convention Center, with the vision of the

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