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U.S. Travel Going To RNC, DNC Conventions
Working to maximizing the opportunity to get in front of thousands of politically active and connected Americans, the U.S. Travel Association announced several initiatives it’s planning for the Republican and Democratic National Conventions...
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Carlson Appoints New CEO
The Board of Directors for Carlson, a global hospitality and travel company headquartered in Minneapolis, Minn., has elected Trudy Rautio as president and chief executive officer, effective immediately. Rautio is only the fifth chief executive to be named at Carlson in its 74-year history...
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New Santa Fe CVB Head Settles In
The new director of the Santa Fe Convention and Visitors Bureau knows he's not an expert on all that the city has to offer. As he jumps from meeting to meeting in his second week on the job, Jim Luttjohann faces a steep learning curve. He's greeting hotel owners, museum and gallery directors, and event planners...
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Fitzgeralds Casino-Hotel Getting $20 Million Upgrade
The owner of The D Las Vegas—who hails from Michigan— is spending $20 million to make the hotel worthy of Detroit and has signed a deal to install the first American Coney Island outside Michigan...
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Long Beach/
South Bay/Westside
Long Beach and the various other meetings-friendly communities in L.A.’s South Bay and Westside areas share good looks, pleasant year-round weather and easy accessibility to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Most of these destinations also have beachfront appeal, and a few even promise a more attractive price tag than downtown L.A...
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Phoenix/Scottsdale/
Sedona
If a meeting planner were to consider the Greater Phoenix, Scottsdale and Sedona areas for a gathering, their first thought might be, “My attendees better like the great outdoors!” After all, that’s what the destination is known for, right?
There is, in fact, much to see and do outdoors—like golfing, desert excursions, hiking, rock climbing or just taking in fantastic sunsets...
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New Mexico
With native american, Mexican and European roots, a thriving arts scene and intergalactic mysteries to boot, New Mexico brims with intriguing, culturally rich diversions.
Following are 10 great ways groups can capture the region’s eclectic culture...
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| Norwegian Cruise Line |
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When you choose Norwegian Cruise Line for your next incentive or corporate event, you’re choosing the most innovative fleet on the high seas. Freestyle Cruising® features all the amenities of a luxury resort, plus the excitement of sailing to a new destination nearly every day. On board, you’ll find state-of-the-art meeting facilities, first-class amenities, mouthwatering dining options and chic accommodations. And the best part? It’s the most inspiring value you’ll find on land or sea. |
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Randy Travis, Publishing and YOU!
Just a quick jot to alert you of perhaps a major new trend in publishing.
Well, it’s not new at all, in that news of a sensationalist tilt tends to reap a bounty of attention...
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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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Spanning the Globe with International Meetings
With the unstoppable force of globalization, chances are good that the meeting planner of the future will need to plan meetings in international destinations, as well as hold domestic-destination meetings that draw a large contingent of foreign delegates...
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Beachy Keen
When the Hilton Carlsbad Oceanfront Resort opened this June, it was not only big news for San Diego County’s hospitality and travel industry, it was a significant development for the region. The 215-room oceanfront newcomer is the only major hotel to open in the Western U.S. this year, according to Kathy Van Vechten, the property’s vice president of marketing...
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| The Claremont Hotel |
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The Claremont Hotel in Berkeley invites you to a classic landmark with spectacular views of the San Francisco Bay. Experience resort style ambiance only minutes away from Bay Area businesses and leisure. Treat yourselves to farm fresh cuisine at Meritage and contemporary regional meals at Paragon Restaurant & Bar. With 20,000 Sq Ft of Spa and Fitness offering multiple activities and 30,000 Sq Ft of flexible meeting space, you will have an unforgettable stay.
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Canadian Cuisine gets Creative
When travelling on business, it can be difficult to maintain the continuity of specific lifestyle and eating habits. Montréal restaurateurs consistently surprise foodies with menus that answer specific organic, vegetarian and allergen-free meal options, delighting the most discerning palates during a visit to Montréal! Here are some great places to visit near major hotels and convention centres in downtown Montréal...
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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. Next month, Bacchanal will make its return to Caesars Palace as the new $17 million Bacchanal Buffet: a 21st century adaptation which will serve up an over-the-top feast created...
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Big Hyatt Boycott Over Worker Rights
Alleging abuse of workers, a big contingent of worker rights organizations—as well as some entitities that frequently travel and are seeking to convey support for hotel employees—are about to stage a boycott of Hyatt properties nationwide...
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DMAI Annual Convention Sets Records
Destination Marketing Association International (DMAI), which represents CVBs (also referred to as destination marketing organizations, or DMOs) throughout the world, set records both in attendance and in the number of suppliers...
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Short Takes
Vancouver’s Grouse Mountain partnered with Blackcomb Aviation, a leading regional company for helicopter and jet charters, to offer sightseeing tours and sightseeing flights around the peak...
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Site Scene
Scottsdale Plaza Resort completed a $3 million property-wide renovation, which included updates to all 404 guest rooms and suites. The restaurant, fitness center, tennis courts and spa were also renovated...
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