 |  | Room Boom Headed for Napa
If all goes as planned, there could be a whole lot more room at the inn around Napa.
According to hotel plans under discussion, more than 1,100 hotel rooms may be coming to the city center and surrounding areas in the coming years... Read more >>
Kimpton Sets Sights on So. Cal.
Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants bought the Canary Santa Barbara hotel and is looking for more Southern California inns to purchase... Read more >>
Renovation Completed at Hotel Amarano
Hotel Amarano in Burbank is celebrating the April, 2012 completion of its $10 million expansion.
A highpoint of the expansion is the addition of the luxurious 2,300-square-foot Chairman’s Penthouse... Read more >>
Carry-On Bags Come With $35 Fee
Allegiant Air next week will charge passengers up to $35 for carry-on bags.
“Under this new structure, passengers will be permitted to bring one personal item that can be placed under the seat in front of them (like a purse, briefcase, laptop, etc.) for free... Read more >>
| Arizona
From the granddaddy of Arizona’s natural splendor, Grand Canyon National Park, to the state’s botanical gardens, preserves and parks, there are many options for planners... Read more >> | Portland
From its bustling west side to emerging east side, Portland is laying claim to being the hippest, most creative city in America. Vibrant neighborhoods are springing up where once only decaying warehouses stood... Read more >> | Lake Tahoe
It’s often the first glimpse of Lake Tahoe that truly captures the imagination of meeting planners. The Sierra Nevada mountain range encircling the blue, crystal-clear lake... Read more >> | Idaho
When the Wild West beckons groups, Idaho answers with a list of scenic, adventure-oriented properties that will have attendees feeling focused, content and revitalized. Visitors are welcomed by local communities and can participate in events... Read more >> | | 
| The Meritage Resort in Napa |  | The Meritage Resort in Napa is now the largest resort in Wine Country. With over 50,000 sf of meeting/event space including two ballrooms, covered terraces and 500 guestrooms we make Napa the perfect destination for events large and small. Our Cave holds events up to 200, plus the underground spa and tasting room. Entertainment includes “Crush” ultra-lounge with bowling lanes. Win a Napa getaway or new iPad, book your next meeting by June 30, 2012. | | | Visit www.themeritageresort.com for more information. |
 |  | Your meeting RFP, and simple tips to get hotels to stand up and take notice
This is the first of a three-part series focused on delivering concrete, actionable steps you can take to ensure you get timely and complete responses from your hotel partners. By offering just a couple of extra bits of information in your meeting requests, you’ll help your hotel salespeople do what they love to do: Fight for your business... Read more >>
More laws - more considerations for meetings
Our (hospitality/meetings/association) community is not outwardly talking about the ultrasound laws being passed throghout the United States and the impact they may have on the health (physical and mental) and welfare of all families. Perhaps because these laws seemingly only impact women and, to date, we've not heard of meetings being canceled in the states in which these laws have been enacted, there is not (yet) an outcry... Read more >>
| Nice, for the Right Price
It’s an enticing proposition for meeting planners and attendees alike: a luxury meeting at a posh hotel known for the highest levels of luxury and service. There’s the elegant atmosphere, the sumptuous guest rooms, fine food and attentive service, all helping to ensure a successful luxury meeting and memorable experience.
But is the prospect of using a high-end property simply out of bounds when a planner is working on a limited budget? Can the group afford a luxury meeting... Read more >>
Safe Bets
For meeting planners deciding between several gaming facilities, Native American casinos may be their best bet. Indian casinos offer historical and cultural touch points, and the prices tend to be more reasonable.
Tribal operations also are boosting their meeting and event appeal, making Indian gaming resorts poised to offer amenities and advantages.... Read more >>
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 |  | New Name, New Deal in Atlanta
The newly renamed Renaissance Atlanta Waverly Hotel & Convention Center provides groups with 60,000 square feet of flexible meeting space and a direct connection to.... Read more >>
Tall Order
Four Winds New Buffalo has announced that its new nine-story, 250 room hotel tower, will open on Friday, June 29. The new hotel tower contains a mix of standard rooms... Read more >>
Survey Shows ‘Inside’ Story
The results are in for the first Burba Hotel Network (BHN) hotel opinion survey, covering the likes, dislikes and preferences of hotel insiders. More than 1,000 hotel insiders from around the world.... Read more >>
Galvanized Galveston
Meeting venues in Galveston have recently announced some major upgrades, and the forward progress is continuing full force. From major IT improvements at the beachfront Galveston.... Read more >>
| Corporate Planners' Event Focuses on Meeting Strategy, Tech
Cvent’s first annual Corporate Meetings Summit—held Feb. 29-March 2 at the Gaylord National Resort Hotel and Convention Center, just outside of Washington, D.C.—addressed numerous topics.... Read more >>
Short Takes
PROGRAMS & PACKAGES
With 616 rooms and 45,000 square feet of meeting space, Denver Marriott Tech Center is offering meeting packages ideal for large groups... Read more >>
Report a Cause for Industry Optimism?
There is reason for guarded optimism in the meetings and conventions market in 2012, according to research firm RRC Associates’ DestinationMAP.... Read more >>
Site Scene
COLORADO
The Smithsonian-affiliated History Colorado Center will open this month. The $110 million museum will feature experiential exhibits highlighting historical state stories and offer... Read more >>
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| | April 10, 2012 |  | | |  | Dan McNamee
Loews Denver Hotel - Denver, CO | What are your bar or nightclub recommendations?
We’re pretty proud of our beer in Colorado, so I like to recommend people go to a few of our local microbrews like the Bull and Bush, Wynkoop Brewery and the Great Divide. The Rackhouse is another unique option that offers Colorado Whiskey and 20 craft beers on tap....Read more >>
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