Meet Phoenix: A Global Host and a City on the Rise

In Phoenix, ambition has an origin story. The saying goes that “the desert made us do it.” For meetings and conventions, the desert makes more than

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Papago Park in Phoenix

Discovering Outdoor Opportunities for Groups in the Florida Panhandle

Emerald Coast, the Panhandle, the Forgotten Coast. There’s a reason this region of northwest Florida has so many nicknames. The Emerald Coast for its

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A Breath of Fresh Air at Meetings

Experienced meeting planners know that building the right environment at a meeting is as critical to success as program content and networking

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In Western Mexico, Meeting and Incentive Programs Affected by Civil Unrest

After the killing of a major drug-cartel leader by Mexican army soldiers in western Mexico on February 22, the popular incentive-group destination of

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Puerto Vallarta coast

Authentic Growth: Navigating Change with Intention

Season 7, Episode 2Featured Guest: Nataly Horan, Founder & CEO, AUTHENTICMeetings & Incentives®

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Milwaukee’s Harley-Davidson Museum Is a One-of-a-Kind Offsite Option for Groups

In Milwaukee, not far from where Harley-Davidson founders built their first motorcycle in a small wooden shed in 1903, the world’s only Harley-

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Meetings Industry Vet John Washko Helping CSR Extend Its Reach

For the past three-plus decades, John Washko led luxury hospitality sales, marketing, branding and operations for world-renowned North American and

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Miami and Fort Lauderdale Strive for the Meetings Limelight

The South Florida destinations of Miami and Fort

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New Sr. Hospitality Pro at Southern California Casino Resort Reveals Sweet Spots for Meetings

Near San Diego, Jamul Casino Resort opened the doors of its new hotel tower in August of 2025. The casino had been a stand-alone product in the area

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Why San Diego Is Becoming One of the Hottest Meetings Destinations in the U.S.

The Greater San Diego

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The Winter Olympics Prove In-Person Events Are Essential

The revival of the Olympic Games is complete, and it’s a rousing victory for in-person events in general.After the dazzling spectacle of the 2024

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North Texas Is Center Stage for the ‘Beautiful Game’

Back in 1994, when the U.S. staged its first World Cup, Dallas hosted six matches at the Cotton Bowl.This summer, Arlington and the wider North Texas

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The Inaugural Episode: What Is an ‘Eventualist,’ and What Is This Podcast About?

 Welcome to the inaugural episode of Eventualists: Real Stories, Eventual Experiences, a new podcast from Meetings Today that pulls back the

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The Inaugural Episode: What Is an ‘Eventualist,’ and What Is This Podcast About?

Airport-Security Delays Likely With TSA Budget Lapse

The February 14 cutoff of Congressional funding for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) means that Transportation Security Administration (TSA

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Nominations Now Open for the Events Industry’s 2026 Women to Watch Awards

In time for Women’s History Month, meetings industry women’s empowerment thought leader and host of the

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Why Meeting Planners Should Consider Offseason Bookings in Greater Palm Springs

Things are getting busy in Greater Palm Springs right now. While most of the country experiences crisp winter winds and gray skies that feel

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Palm Springs International Airport

How to Use Technology to Elevate Small Events to Strategic Brand Moments

Small to mid-size events often have the biggest impact because attendees in these intimate settings tend to be focused and strategic.  These

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Lessons From AI Power Users for Planning Meetings

Do you remember what you were doing on November 30, 2022? Doubtful.For two meetings-industry veterans, though, the memory is burned into their minds

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Taking Off: Aurora, Colorado, Enters an Era of Major Growth

“Aurora is really having a moment right now.” That’s according to Amber Hejduk, director of sales at Visit Aurora, who said the destination

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New Meetings Happenings in Seattle, Spokane, Portland and Boise

The Pacific Northwest destinations of Seattle, Spokane, Portland and Boise have been building their business events resume via several high-profile

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