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San Jose Approves CC Expansion
The San Jose [Calif.] City Council approved a $120 million bond measure that will expand the San Jose Convention Center to offer more than 525,000 square feet of meeting space when the project is completed in fall 2013.
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Marriott Inks Dual Hotel Deal for Vancouver
Marriott International signed an agreement for two hotels, representing its JW Marriott and Autograph Collection brands, to be developed adjacent to BC Place in Vancouver, British Columbia.
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Biz Travel Rebound Higher Than Expected
Business travel posted higher than expected gains in Q4 2010 and spending will rise by nearly 7 percent to more than $245 billion in 2011, according to a new report from the Global Business Travel Association.
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CEIR Predicts Exhibition Recovery
The Center for Exhibition Industry Research (CEIR) announced the release of the CEIR Index Report, An Analysis of the 2010 Exhibition Industry and Future Outlook. The Index reports that the overall exhibition industry hit bottom in 2010, and that the industry should see a modest recovery during the next three years in all metrics across most sectors.
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Arizona
Manmade Masterpieces
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By CAROLYN BLACKBURN
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| Beyond its natural draws, including the Grand Canyon, a variety of lakes and mountains, the Sonoran Desert and Sedona's famous red rocks, Arizona has built a reputation for manmade wonders. |
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From the ancient ruins constructed by Native Americans and the Old World structures influenced by the Spanish to the innovative designs of Frank Lloyd Wright and the contemporary works of Ralph Haver, Arizona's architecture is as diverse as the state itself, according to Marjorie Magnusson, spokesperson for the Arizona Office of Tourism.
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| Meetings Focus West April Digital Edition |
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The April digital edition of Meetings Focus West is chock-full of additional video content, with an interview of Marcus Pennington, director of operations for the Americas for The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, about the resurgent luxury meetings market; an "On Location" piece shot by editor Marlene Goldman, who traveled to Oregon to interview Portland Walking Tours' Robert Fisher about his company's epicurean excursions; a serene slack-key guitar performance by Maui musician George Kahumoku Jr.; and a visit to a couple of premier rooftop dining venues at L.A. Live.
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MeetingsFocusForum.com to view our digital edition.
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Happenings – Arizona
Phoenix
- The Westin Phoenix Downtown (602) 429-3500 opened in March one block from the Phoenix Convention Center in the 26-story Freeport McMoRan building. The property occupies nine floors and has 242 guest rooms and more than 11,000 square feet of function space.
- The Boulders, A Waldorf Astoria Resort (480) 488-9009 is upgrading its 160 casitas, including a fresh interior design, new finishes, new furnishings and technology enhancements. The project is scheduled for completion in June.
- JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa (480) 293-5000 completed a $16 million renovation of its guest rooms, suites and corridors in January.
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Short Takes
Museums & Attractions
This July, Cirque du Soleil will establish a permanent home in Hollywood at the Kodak Theatre at Hollywood & Highland Center. The new show, Iris, will be based on Hollywood's impact on the history of cinema and will involve a cast of 72 performers bringing together dance, acrobatics, live video, filmed sequences and animation to re-create the history of cinema for audiences. For more information, call the Kodak Theatre at (323) 308-6300.
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LATEST VIDEOS
Meetings: On Location!
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Chief Content Director Tyler Davidson recently traveled to Los Angeles to check out some great venues with a view at JW Marriott and The Ritz-Carlton at L.A. Live.
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| F&B: Creating Impressions on a Budget |
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Wednesday, April 27, 2011
Food and beverage functions can either wow your guests or leave a lasting bad taste in their mouths. Now, more than ever, it's important to work effectively with catering managers and chefs to create added value, even on a limited budget. Join Meetings Focus and Arlene Sheff, CMP, and learn new ways to impress your guests with creative menus and food service methods.
Sponsored by: Myrtle Beach Convention Center, San Antonio CVB, Loews Philadelphia Hotel, Hershey Meetings, Villas of Grand Cypress, Loews Lake Las Vegas, Hutton Hotel, Myrtle Beach Area Convention Bureau and Loews Miami Beach Hotel. |
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Visit our webinar page to register or learn more.
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