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

The demand for

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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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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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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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Georgia's standout venues showcase Southern heritage

In September 1863, Confederate and Union troops clashed at the bloody two-day Battle of Chickamauga in Georgia’s northwest corner, followed by

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Charlotte's Cookin'!

Charlotte, N.C., long known for dishing out some of the country’s friendliest hospitality, is fast evolving on the culinary stage, and there

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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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Q&A: Kim Peterson and Greg Peterson (Family History in Hospitality)

I went to Seattle for the first time in 1984 to conduct a site visit for a client. At the Seattle Sheraton, I worked with Brian Peterson, then the

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Q&A: Liz Erikson Marnul (Family History in Hospitality)

I had the privilege of meeting and serving with Liz (then Erikson) on the Board of Directors of the Potomac Chapter of MPI in the ’80s. I view

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Four Hawaiian Resorts Wrap $230 Million Upgrade

STAMFORD, Conn. Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. has announced that its largest brand, Sheraton Hotels & Resorts, and its owners

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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

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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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

The Next Big Thing

Like the judges on American Idol, it seems meeting planners are always looking for the next big thing, and like with the dedicated followers of Idol

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Safety and Security Checklist/Questionnaire

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F&B Impressions at a Bargain

Outside of accommodations, F&B is often the second-largest budget-chewer, and arguably is one of the things attendees will remember the most

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