Tap These Unexpected Eastern Iowa Offsites for Group Outings

Iowa is an iconic state, evoking images and notions of its prodigious agricultural output, amiable people who modestly describe themselves as “Iowa

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Prairie Patch Farm

Ireland's culinary renaissance is good news for groups

From “Breakfast Month” in January to this month’s “Love Dairy” to “Christmas & Premium Foods” in

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Anaheim and the O.C. offer a venue revolution

Planners seeking new lures and lodgings in Orange County don’t have to look very far these days. The region, and particularly its core city of

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Lake Tahoe is transforming—in every sense

Following four years of drought, California finally reveled in rain for several months this past winter. When it rains in the lower elevations, it

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West Virginia offers wealth of outdoor activities

The West Virginia Division of Tourism touts the state as “Wild, Wonderful,” and with good reason.During the four seasons that grace the

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Take 10 - Leveraging Your CVB Relationship

We’re taking a slightly new tack on this month’s Take 10, in that presenter Bonnie Wallsh

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How Corporate Meetings Are Reflecting a Radically Different Business Environment

The foundation of how we work was rocked by the pandemic, with many working at home either all or part of the time. This still-unfolding revolution

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Photo of drums on stage at MRI Software Ascend Conference.

Key tips from top med and pharma planners

Medical meeting planners are some of the most specialized and highly trained planners in the industry. It’s not just the technical complexity

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The Gulf Coast bursts with fresh offerings

From the expanding golden sands of Galveston, Texas, to regally revamped properties in the Sunshine State, the Gulf Coast region offers a wealth of

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Inland Mississippi’s vibrant cities lure groups

Head into any downtown center throughout Inland Mississippi and find a rich blend of memorable landmarks and cultural attractions coupled with plush

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See How Top In-Person Event Entertainers Pivoted to Virtual in 2020

When sitting down to write my May 1, 2020, article for Meetings Today, we were about six weeks into the pandemic in the U.S. I knew that I had to

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Comedic duo The Passing Zone has successfully made the transition to virtual events. Credit: The Passing Zone

Top resorts showcase endless diversions

Remember back when an inviting pool area and a decent restaurant were all the lures we expected at a resort?While traditional amenities like splashy

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Meetings technology doesn’t have to be boring

Technology is cool. And useful. But don’t forget about fun! The latest tech tools and gadgets can make your life as a planner more productive,

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Baton Rouge and Shreveport-Bossier make group memories

Baton Rouge and Shreveport-Bossier City are nearly four hours apart—the former is located in the southeastern portion of Louisiana, while the

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Scotland’s cultural venues are built for groups

Invention is a true Scottish byword. From the television and the telephone to macadam (asphalt) and the inflatable tire, Scottish brains have

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As the Embargo Thaws, Is Cuba Ready for Meetings?

No doubt about it, Cuba offers plenty to fill an enticing travel brochure, along with the “forbidden fruit” mystique of visiting a Cold

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Summer Mountain Meetings

From Tahoe to Telluride, there are more choices awaiting meeting planners in high-altitude Western destinations this year. Many mountain resorts have

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Flexibility and Safety on Display at Marriott Connect With Confidence Event

On November 9, Marriott International invited industry professionals to  The Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner—located in northern

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Flexibility and Safety on Display at Marriott Connect With Confidence Event

On November 9, Marriott International invited industry professionals to  The Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner—located in northern Virginia not far

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A panel discussion at Marriott Connect With Confidence Event

Pittsburgh/Western Pennsylvania

Defined by the Appalachian Mountains, the western half of the Keystone State presents a distinct geographical region, abutting the Midwest, the

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