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AUGUST 23, 2011
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Modus Hotel Brand Launches Expansion
Officials of Potomac Hospitality Services announced that the company will expand its hotel management portfolio to include branded as well as non-branded hotels to add to its own proprietary Modus Hotels brand.
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Two Marriott Brands to Share NYC Tower
Two Marriott-branded hotels are slated for location in a 68-story tower at the corner of Broadway and 54th St. in Manhattan.

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Pa. Hotel Debuts Major Makeover
Carnegie Inn & Spa, formerly the Carnegie House, a boutique hotel and restaurant located in State College, Pa., reopened after an extensive renovation.
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CEIR Conference to Spotlight Economic Outlook
In light of the uncertain economic outlook, global market fluctuations, and recent Standard & Poor’s downgrade of the U.S. economy rating, economic sessions at Center for Exhibition Industry Research (CEIR) Predict, CEIR’s annual outlook conference, will present a revised forecast for 2011.
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Newport

The Old & the Newport

By ZACHARY CHOUTEAU


When it comes to iconic maritime heritage and time-tested New England wonders, you can’t beat the seaside sensations of Newport, R.I. From the most famous mansions in North America to a regal sporting scene with two claims to fame, the elegant escape has a sophisticated setting ideal for magnificent meetings. And a slate of new venues and activities has further enriched the options for planners and attendees.

“Newport’s history is what makes it such a memorable locale for groups to experience,” says Tim Walsh, vice president of sales for the Newport and Bristol County CVB.

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Happenings – Newport

  • At the Hotel Viking (401.847.3300; www.hotelviking.com) a multimillion-dollar upgrade has given the 136 guest rooms in the property’s Newport Wing a new level of luxury. Hotel Viking is known for being Newport’s first Green Certified hotel.
  • The Mill Street Inn (401.849.9500; www.millstreetinn.com) finalized improvements to its eight Townhouse suites that include new gas fireplaces and flat-screen plasma TVs.

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Pick 3 Newport


Laurie Z. Stroll
President; Newport Hospitality Inc., A DMC Network Company


What are three quintessential Newport experiences you would recommend for groups?


  • Sailing in Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay: The quintessential Newport sailing experience is chartering up to 10 12-meter yachts for an afternoon of America’s Cup sailboat racing—an informal sailing regatta that will provide an exhilarating, once-in-a-lifetime team-building experience guests will never forget. A group may prefer sailing aboard larger schooners for a cocktail reception or more of a pleasure sail, but either way, when bringing a meeting to Newport you will want your group out on the water to enjoy the magnificent views of Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay.

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CIC Debuts APEX Tool for RFPs - 08/09/11
A.C. Hard Rock Resort Clears Hurdle - 08/02/11
MPI Picks Future WEC Sites - 07/26/11
MPI to Offer Digital WEC Access - 07/19/11
Hilton Ends Franchise with Atlantic City Casino - 07/12/11
MPI Releases Value of Meetings Study - 06/28/11
Biz Travel Costs Soaring - 06/21/11
MPI Issues Competency Standards - 06/14/11
Trump Marina Now Golden Nugget - 05/31/11
Mohegan Sun Owners Plan New Resort - 05/17/11
Convention Complex Proposed for Maine - 05/03/11
MPI Announces 2011 WEC Agenda - 04/13/11
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Wednesday August 31, 2011
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