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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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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Raleigh Is Booming, and Its Event Venues Are Meeting the Challenge

Raleigh, North Carolina, and its fellow Research Triangle (RT) cities are experiencing a boom that is attracting young tech workers and others to a

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Cleveland's Huntington Convention Center Expansion and More Mid-America Property News

Illinois Located between Michigan Avenue and the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago and set within the landmark Water Tower Place on the

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Chicago Grand Ballroom, The Ritz-Carlton

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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Scenic Outdoor Options Tempt Attendees Heading to Myrtle Beach

It’s hard to say no to Myrtle Beach, where the sights, sounds and smells of the ocean and the boardwalk—from miles of sandy beaches and

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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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6 Unique Event Venues in Madison, Wisconsin

As a native Midwesterner, I’ve long appreciated the gems of the states within this region—the cities that fly under the radar and are perhaps in the

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These Are the Best Group Dining Experiences in Nebraska

Nebraska is upping its food game. From some of the best prime rib in the Midwest and the home of the Reuben sandwich, to custom menus designed around

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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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Jay Baldridge

What service can you provide to groups that they normally might not receive?The Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago has an advantage by

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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 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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Kansas (2013 Coverage)

Swept with dancing short and tall grasses, wheat, wildflowers and other flora, the vast prairielands of Kansas are their own artful canvas. Not to

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Outlook Bright for Hotel Industry

 By Claudette Covey, courtesy of TravelPulse.com The U.S. lodging industry continues the extremely healthy upward trend it began in the

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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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‘Catchy’ New Branding for Des Moines CVB

DES MOINES, Iowa The Greater Des Moines Convention and Visitors Bureau and Des Moines Area Sports Commission now urges planners to “Catch

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