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Worst U.S. Airports for Flight Delays Revealed

Regal Revamp at Lux Wisconsin Resort

Hoosier State Paves the Way for New Hotel

New JW Marriott Planned for Turks and Caicos

Construction Begins On the Boutique Boca Bridge

DoubleTree Steps Up Social Media

Marriott Breaks Ground at Irvine Spectrum Center

Willamette Valley Wine Goes With The Flow

Delta Now Boarding — in SoHo

Pair of DC Hyatt Hotels Wraps Big Revamps

Sleek NYC Boutique Changing Hands
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The Show-Me State is an innovative and progressive gathering spot

A long-standing land of good value and accessibility, groups are being drawn to Missouri by ongoing renovation and innovation, from the Google Fiber high-speed network to quirky museum venues...
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Logo There’s nothing like a waterpark to rev up attendance. Now try more than 20 waterparks all within 20 square miles. And 8,000 hotel rooms. And meeting space sized from small and flexible, to massive and high-tech. Wisconsin Dells – better known as “The Waterpark Capital of the World!®” – has quickly risen within the ranks of Midwest meeting hotspots. Tack on a family vacation, or go grown-up with a spa visit and round of golf.
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When asked to conduct training, my energy level grows because of the expected interaction - the give and take - the ability to address specific needs of participants. My hopes and energy are somewhat dashed when I am told that the "content delivery" will be xx minutes or x hours or days with xx minutes "at the end" for Q&A...
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Special Edition: Risk Deja Vu
Each time a tragedy strikes, we say we will do more to protect people. This story, where it is said we are in a 'new normal', has been written before. Our industry puts in place some plans for evacuation, for sheltering in place, for protecting people and property. Meeting planners and their employing or contracted organizations plan for "paper cuts" and believe they don't have the money or time to prepare for catastrophes...
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Site Spotlight: Greystone Hall
A majestic stone building constructed by the Freemasons in 1917, Greystone Hall now hosts downtown banquets and meetings across from the John S. Knight Convention Center. Event spaces include a marble lobby, lounge and two-story ballroom...
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The Current: Upgrades & Openings
The 2,019-room Hyatt Regency Chicago unveiled its $168 million renovation in April. Highlights include an updated registration area, a new 24-hour market and revitalized restaurants. Meeting space totals 228,000 square feet and includes four ballrooms...
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Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa
Logo Set a higher goal for your next corporate event. Situated high atop Lake Galena, Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa raises the standard for meetings with unique facilities that partner with impeccable service and countless resort amenities. From private board rooms to luxurious conference homes and 15,000 square feet of function space, all of your events are unforgettable. Corporate Meetings and Retreats are right at home here. The resort offers a unique combination of lodging options perfect for groups.
For more information, visit our website.
Past Issues
K.C. Masterpiece? Chic New Lodging Coming to Missouri - 5/2/13
USTA Releases Economic Impact Analysis of Airport Furloughs - 4/25/13
Cobblestone Debuts First Convention Center Hotel - 4/18/13
Passengers Share Pet Peeves on Airline Food - 4/11/13
New Missouri Property Joins Luxury Collection - 4/4/13
New Minnesota Hotel Links with Mall of America - 3/21/13
Native American Tribe Purchases Pair of St. Paul Hotels - 3/14/13
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