4 Simple Wayfinding Techniques to Help Guide Attendees

We’ve all had the experience of entering a building or meeting venue and suddenly being lost.Whether one is looking for an office, a bathroom

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Q&A: Paul A. Greenberg on Hospitality Industry Ethics

For the first of two (or more) Friday With Joan articles on ethics, I chose to highlight this interview with Paul A. Greenberg, a

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Maui, Molokai and Lanai's event essence lies within local culture

Engaging, participatory experiences that delve deep into Hawaii’s traditions and natural wonders are a large part of the reason those attending

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Pennsylvania’s Harrisburg, Hershey and Lancaster Serve Up Tasty and Creative Group Outlets

Around 1845, Harrisburg’s leaders set aside Prospect Hill, the city’s highest point, as a viewing area for the State Capitol and

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Resorts focus on productive fun for visiting groups

Who knew team building, morale enhancement and networking could be so much fun? From cooking classes and food truck events to watersports Olympics

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Sweden boasts classic and cutting-edge events

Castles, cobblestone and classic architecture are part of the charm groups can expect with a meeting in Europe. But head north to Scandinavia and the

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Scenic waterfront venues line the Coastal Carolinas

From a World War II battleship and a 300-foot pier in North Carolina to a waterfront restaurant and a popular golf course in South Carolina, the

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Resorts and Retreats in Pennsylvania’s Poconos Region

Within two hours reach of New York City, Harrisburg, Pa., and Philadelphia, and under four hours from Washington, D.C., and Baltimore, northeastern

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OSHA Warns Hyatt: Housekeepers At Risk

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Atlantic City rises to new heights as a meetings destination

When Hurricane Sandy furiously struck the New Jersey coastline last October, Atlantic City, in its path and seemingly doomed, was lucky to escape the

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Expert negotiation advice helps plot a course to contract success

For planners with the expertise of a seasoned negotiator, the aptitude of a skillful attorney and a thorough understanding of the hotel business

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Groups will have a field day with Texas’ plethora of sports venues

This year marks the Dallas Cowboys’ third consecutive year as the world’s most valuable sports entity. As reported by Forbes, “

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Think Twice Before Booking That Tiny Hotel for Attendees

I love boutique hotels, and until this week, I was an advocate for the tiny room movement we’re seeing in hospitality. But one recent tiny

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England is a jewel among European meetings destinations

From Alfred the Great, born in 849 A.D., to His Royal Highness Prince George of Cambridge, born this summer, the British monarchy continues to define

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Western Iowa brims with vibrant yet laid-back locales for groups

All of the best things that makes for a great Midwestern meetings locale, including a friendly atmosphere, a reasonable price tag, group-friendly

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South Carolina is loaded with unexpected pleasures

Planners picturing the Palmetto State generally conjure images of sublime historical structures and serene beach getaways. And while South Carolina

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Southern Ohio Teambuilding Brings Groups Together

Planners have many teambuilding opportunities to choose from throughout Southern Ohio, including several that showcase the unique attributes of each

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Expert insights on taking the international events leap

Meetings are booming. City meetings, resort meetings, convention center meetings, cruise ship meetings. If you’re wondering where clients will

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Venues with a view are all the rage in metro Washington, D.C.

Some dive into the political fray, while others prefer to rise above it, especially for meetings and events. To accommodate those who like the high

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Resort and Hotel Spas Are Infusing Their Treatments With Edible Offerings

Fruits, vegetables, chocolate and wine are no longer merely F&B item choices for meeting groups. They are now appearing on the treatment menus of

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