Throughout its 52-year history, the MGM Grand name has been synonymous with what is new and what is next in Las Vegas. Meetings Today Senior Contributor Jeff Heilman got a taste of the MGM Grand customer experience firsthand in early October when he traveled to “The Entertainment Capital of the World” to attend IMEX America.

Our editors and contributors were on the road a whole lot this year, covering the major industry events while also exploring meetings-friendly destinations both large and small. Check out all the interesting experiences we had as we conducted destination research that helps planners choose the right places for their events.

Discover how Vancouver, British Columbia, blends past, present and future for an incentive experience like no other.

Gary Singh travels to Reno, Nevada, with Caesars Entertainment, where the cultural side of the destination shattered his preconceived notions.

Arguably one of southwest Florida’s best-kept secrets, the Bradenton area is ripe with possibility for meetings and incentive programs. 

On a recent visit, Meetings Today got a chance to experience Grand Rapids, Michigan’s ArtPrize, the largest public art competition in the U.S., as well as key meeting facilities.

Hosting more than 50 major Q3 events to the tune of 46,900-plus room nights and nearly 98,000 attendees, Atlantic City, New Jersey, continues to strengthen and leverage its group appeal as the place to be for productivity, good times and lasting memories. 

Meetings Today contributing writer Gary Singh spent a week near three of the Northern Lakes of Italy—Como, Garda and Maggiore—to survey the region’s meetings and incentives offerings. 

Ahead of our Meetings Today LIVE! Corporate/Incentive event in October, destinations editor Taylor Smith had a chance to experience the hotels, activities and culture that makes Los Cabos a popular choice for incentive travel programs.

Meetings Today traveled to Indianapolis for the topping out ceremony of the Signia by Hilton Indianapolis. Visit Indy showcased the 38-story property expected to open in fall of 2026.