Long considered a bedroom community of neighboring Washington, D.C., the cities of Fairfax County, Virginia, never quite had their own identity when it came to meetings and events. A massive new development combined with tried-and-true favorites is rapidly changing that.

Meetings Today traveled to Orlando’s Disney World as the iconic collection of theme parks gears up for its 50th anniversary. The new Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge land was the showcase attraction, and the global entertainment giant announced it is upping its meetings and events products.

Stay up to date on the latest venue openings and property renovations, including these found in the South.

Meetings Today LIVE! held its third program of 2021 September 12-15 in Louisville, Kentucky, at The Galt House Hotel. The program brought together 60 planners and suppliers to facilitate one-on-one meetings, foster invaluable networking and to visit and experience some of Louisville’s top-tier hotels and attractions fit for groups.

From Whataburger and H-E-B to the start of Hilton Hotels, see how you can incorporate experiences with these iconic Texas brands into your next meeting program.

These locations and venues of famous movies and TV shows are great conversation starters and agenda boosters at Texas meetings.

These properties in eastern Tennessee cities Gatlinburg and Knoxville have the luxury amenities and getaway feel that executives often request.

Stay up to date on the latest venue openings and property renovations, including these found in the South.

New Orleans was ready to launch new meeting venues even before the pandemic hit, so planners should reacquaint themselves with everything the Big Easy will be offering after the meetings and events industry returns to normal.

Taking your meeting or event to a beach locale for a teambuilding event? These two interesting programs from Wildly Different and Wild Rooster Events will get attendees in the team spirit as they enjoy some fun in the sun.