MPI Launches First-Ever Women’s Advisory Board

Two industry changemakers, Sarah Soliman Daudin and Courtney Stanley, have been appointed to co-chair

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Take 10: Contracts webinar

1. Are hotels liable to keep confidential the names of other groups? I send them a list of our competitors, but if I ask outright who else is

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Sacramento, the Central Valley and the High Sierra draw strength from history

From the lush fields of the Central Valley to the towering sequoias of the High Sierra, the echoes of John Muir’s footsteps and the clamor of

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Singapore's attractions mix the natural and the manmade

We’re sitting atop a 150-foot “Supertree” constructed of reinforced concrete, photovoltaic cells and thousands of plants, all

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9 Famous Filming Locations You Can Host an Event at in Real Life

The demand for

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Southwest Michigan's varied off-site venues enhance meetings

Gardens and sculptures, rare aircraft, unforgettable architecture, a Dutch windmill and a new performance hall where world-class musicians perform

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Colorado mountain meetings offer an exciting escape for attendees

It’s not hard to identify the allure of the Rocky Mountains in Colorado, which beckon thrill-seekers and casual tourists alike, year after year

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Casino resorts have a bounty of big-name performers on tap

Top-name acts are part and parcel of the gaming resort experience. These properties, after all, are really in the entertainment business, whether it

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Hawaii Island is big on culture and adventure

Hawaii Island is one of those rare destinations that people visit to truly unwind and convene with nature, where the aloha spirit infuses the agendas

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Northeast Florida destinations offer increasingly delicious F&B options

History may take the spotlight, but great dining is the icing on the cake in Northeast Florida. Here in the land of pre-Columbian, Colonial and

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With Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Reopened, Groups Bound for Hawaii Seize the Day

It’s been a big year for Hawaii’s largest island.Despite the headlines, many sensationalized and inaccurate—“The Hawaiian

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Raging waterparks, lush resorts and outdoor adventures make the Wisconsin Dells an exciting Midwest gathering spot

When a person thinks of the Wisconsin Dells, the exhilaration of shooting down a waterslide at high speeds likely comes to mind, as the popular

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3 Ways CVBs Are Leading Meetings Industry Recovery With Safety Efforts

CVBs/DMOs have always been important partners in the meeting planning process, often providing free resources and serving as the connection point to

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History Plays a Role in Amana Colonies’ New Hotel Millwright

Located in the heart of the historical Amana Colonies, a new Midwestern oasis is now open for both leisure and business seekers alike. Hotel

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Photo: The hotel complex is uniquely Amana from the customer’s first step into the lobby. The design team incorporated old equipment from the mill. On the left, the yarn wall is a nod to the woolen production that still occurs on site. Credit: Sara Montgomery

Technology is changing today's teambuilding programs

The rise of smart phones and tablets is changing some key premises of team building as planners have known it for decades. These devices, especially

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Wolfgang Puck Catering’s 10 Tips for Creating a Safe, Socially Distanced F&B Program

The unforgettable 2020 is drawing to an end with the pandemic continuing into 2021, yet live, in-person events are slowly resuming

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Striking Chicago Union Workers Settle Contracts With 19 Hotels

UNITE HERE Local 1, which represents Chicago’s hospitality workers

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How Hotels and Convention Centers Are Stepping Up to Meet Hybrid Event Needs

It’s not news that the hardworking people who make up the hotel industry—from housekeepers and wait staff to general managers—have their work cut out

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StreamStage by Loews in St. Louis, Missouri

From sunup to sundown and beyond, the 'Jewel of the Sierra' is a gem for groups

Lake Tahoe has something in common with Hollywood stars, as it’s a glamorous place on the nation’s stage that we’re curious about,

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Native American gaming resorts have unique approaches to showcasing culture

A growing number of planners are facing a happy dilemma when it comes to selecting a gaming resort: Native American resort or commercial resort?

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