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Top 10 Convention Centers Revealed
Business Review USA has rated what it calls the top 10 convention centers around the country. Five are in the west, three are in the south, one is in the midwest while the other building is in the east.... Read more >>
Loews Coronado Bay Renovation Plows Ahead
The Loews Coronado Bay is in the middle of a $5.7 million renovation that will bring guests one step closer to the shores of San Diego Bay.... Read more >>
Airports Developing Plans for Delays, Diversions
Airports are scrambling to develop plans to deal with the unexpected arrival of planes, especially during bad weather, to keep passengers from being stuck for hours on their tarmacs.... Read more >>
Sheraton Rolls Out $350 Million Worldwide Upgrade Plan
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide has announced that its largest brand, Sheraton Hotels, and its owners are investing more than $350 million to enhance its flagship properties around the world.... Read more >>
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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 >> |
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| Calgary TELUS Convention Centre |
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The Calgary TELUS Convention Centre is conveniently located in the heart of downtown. We offer 122,000 square feet of flexible space, 47,000 square feet of exhibit space, 36 meeting rooms, one multi-purpose hall, five pre-function areas and one ballroom. There are 1,100 guestrooms connected utilizing three four-star hotels. The Calgary International Airport offers over 1,800 flights with daily scheduled nonstop flights from major North American cities. It is the third-largest airport in Canada. |
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Three Ideas for Offbeat Group Fun in NorCal
Hosting a group in Northern California and seeking to do something different? Here are three quick suggestions for some group outings that break away from the norm.... 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 >>
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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.... Read more >>
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HSMAI’s Meet West Coming to Anaheim
With success at the inaugural HSMAI’s MEET National last September, and at HSMAI’s MEET Mid-America in April, the Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) now moves.... Read more >>
Stress Relief on the Strip
Being a road warrior may be good for your career, but research conducted by Columbia University shows that lack of sleep, inadequate exercise and a stressful, hectic schedule can be harmful to a person’s health.... Read more >>
Huge Upgrade in the Big Peach
Hyatt Regency Atlanta has completed the final phase of the $65 million transformation that has seen new enhancements made property-wide. .... Read more >>
Room For Hope
Hyatt Regency Boston joined with Children's Hospital Boston to design a “Room for Hope” as part of a fundraising partnership..... Read more >>
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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 24, 2012 |
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Michael Fox
Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel - Santa Monica, CA |
What service can you provide to groups that they normally might not receive?
We provide full service equally to all our hotel guests, from business groups and families to individual travelers. Whatever the request or situation that is asked of us, we are more than happy to assist our guests and offer the service that they need to fulfill and accomplish it. For example, if we do not carry something specific a guest might need, our staff has been known to personally go off property and pick up whatever is desired for the guest.
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