Choice Hotels announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the franchise business, operations and intellectual property of Radisson Hotel Group Americas for $675 million, which would add nine brands, 624 hotels and more than 68,000 hotel rooms to its portfolio.

Groups that want to venture outside of their meeting hotels have a number of fun options in Columbia, South Carolina, which offers a friendly, small-town feel with plenty of fun amenities.

The Biden Administration lifted a pre-departure COVID-19 testing requirement for all inbound air travelers to the U.S.

MPI rolled out five initiatives with a goal of maintaining the standard of excellence in the industry and helping college students and those just beginning a meetings and events career.

Meetings Today touched base with Karthik Namasivayam, Ph.D., John and Becky Duffey Professor of Hospitality Business and Director about what he’s seeing in the hospitality industry career pipeline as the leader of one of the major hospitality education programs in the U.S.

Austin and the nearby scenic Hill Country offer the venues and charm for memorable events. We explore new options in the region, plus tried-and-true venues groups that keep groups coming back. 

Peace by Piece International Founder and CEO Lauri Pastrone connects corporations to underserved communities through her not-for-profit social enterprise.

Irving, Texas, has weather that allows for open-air events throughout the fall, winter and spring, and outdoor event venues abound. Planners can easily produce outdoor conference agenda items that go beyond the traditional recreational pursuits, breakouts, teambuilding and cocktail receptions.

After an 11-year career as a federal law officer, Fleming traded his badge for an apron and a life in the kitchen as a chef in major group houses, and now caters to boutique-sized groups at Agua Caliente Palm Springs. 

Five group-ready Western Montana wilderness retreats that are ready-made for group bonding, especially for teams that are rekindling their collaborative powers after being apart during the pandemic.