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Hotel Survey Reveals Key Trends
The results are in.
The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AH&LA) 2012 Lodging Survey, the most comprehensive industry-wide survey of its kind, polled more than 52,000 U.S. hotel properties regarding in-room amenities, security and technology features, food and beverage options...
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Michigan Development Adding Marriott
Construction begins Wednesday on a new Courtyard by Marriott hotel that is part of a multi-million-dollar Portage development project along I-94 near South Westnedge Avenue...
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Historic Milwaukee Hotel Jazzes up Lobby Lounge
Marcus Hotels & Resorts, a division of The Marcus Corporation has announced that extensive renovations of the lobby lounge in the historic, AAA Four Diamond Hilton...
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South Carolina Capital Welcomes New Wyndham
Wyndham Hotel Group, the world’s largest hotel company with over 7,170 hotels, today announced the expansion of the upscale Wyndham® Hotels and Resorts brand in South Carolina with the addition of the first Wyndham Garden hotel in the state, the 117-room Inn...
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Southwest Missouri
Southwest Missouri beckons planners with history, culture, attractions and meeting venues for groups of every size....
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Minnesota
Outdoor activities abound in Minnesota year-round, making it a favored destination for groups composed of active adventurers.
The Land of 10,000 Lakes is home to every imaginable recreational pursuit...
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Madison, Wisconsin
In many ways, Wisconsin’s capital city is the epitome of the likeable college town, but that descriptor also sells Madison a bit short. “Mad City” is a deeply progressive community that shows off superior sustainable dining, superb art and architecture, and an eclectic nightlife...
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North Dakota
Planners looking for alternative meeting space options when visiting the Roughrider State are in luck. The communities of Fargo-Moorhead, Bismarck-Mandan, Grand Forks and Minot all offer plenty of spaces that reflect the rich culture and history of the region...
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For exceptional meeting spaces near Chicago, the Chicago Marriott Southwest at Burr Ridge delivers over 10,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space, supported by a team of award-winning event planners and F&B staff. Walking distance to terrific restaurants and shopping, our hotel offers a complimentary Midway airport shuttle, is only 15 miles from O’Hare, and boasts a scenic outdoor pavilion, perfect for memorable events and receptions. |
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The Inventor of Social Currency
Based on the articles I have read by Douglas Rushkoff in the MPI One+ magazine, my impression of him was not favorable. I wonder if his strategy is to be thought provoking so he puts forth views on social media that are controversial. After viewing a couple of his sessions from WEC, I realized we actually agree on a few points...
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Two Quick Tips for a Charlotte Event
Just had the opportunity to explore Charlotte for the first time during our Meetings Focus Live! event in early August, and really liked what I saw. The event went well from my perspective—and for every planner and supplier I spoke with during the two-night, three-day gathering. Networking was definitely paying off during the planner-supplier ‘speed-meetings,’ and the educational/social functions were a hit as well.
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Hire Authority—Job Market Outlook
In a recent report from U.S. News and World Report, the job of planning meetings, conventions and events is the top businessl...
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Entertaining Locales
The best part of planning an event in a destination with a thriving entertainment district could be the stress-reducing...
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Virtual Realities
"I’d be concerned about virtual shows replacing live ones when virtual honeymoons replace the real thing.” So said industry leader Jason Chudnofsky...
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For Good Measure
After years in the making—good things take time, after all—the APEX/ASTM Environmentally Sustainable Meeting Standards were released earlier this year...
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Randy Travis Replaced at ASAE Following DWI Arrest
Country singer Randy Travis, slated as a headline performer for ASAE’s Annual Meeting and Exposition in Dallas, has been replaced by fellow country singer Jack Ingram following an arrest in Texas...
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Decadent Dining on the Vegas Strip
In an earlier era, Bacchanal at Caesars Palace represented the decadence of a Roman feast set within a fine dining atmosphere; before closing in 2000, the restaurant became famous for bringing Caesars Palace-style entertainment to the gourmet experience...
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HSMAI Readies for September MEET
The Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International (HSMAI) recently announced the opening of registration for HSMAI’s MEET National, the meeting and event-planning industry’s premier show focused on Meetings, Events, Education and Technology...
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Amex: Prices for Business Travel Spiked in First Quarter
Business travelers paid significantly more for travel-related purchases in the first quarter of 2012, with domestic airfares showing the largest increase, according to the most recent Business Travel Monitor survey from American Express Global Business Travel...
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Site Scene
Hilton Chicago completed the first of four phases of its $150 million renovation. The 238-seat 720 South Bar & Grill restaurant was added to the lobby level and the opening of the Buckingham Room added meeting space on the same level. The hotel is located near McCormick Place and offers 234,000 square feet of exhibition space...
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Short Takes
Driving America is currently on display at the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, Mich. The 80,000-suqare-foot exhibition of automotive history includes 130 vehicles, hundreds of artifacts and 18 interactive touchscreens...
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Carol Bush
Westin Casuarina Resort and Spa
Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands |
What service can you provide to groups that they normally might not receive?
Private Island Tours:
Carol is happy to suggest a private island tour. All tours include a seasoned guide and will bring guests all over the island. Some of the noted places the tour visits are...
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