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Billion-Dollar Revamp Slated for Miami Beach Convention Center

New Option for Smaller Meetings Opens in Atlanta Area

New Design Concept Breaks Ground in Tuscaloosa

Acclaimed Colorado Resort to Acquire Iconic Inn

FAA Reprieve for WA Air Traffic Controllers

New Wyoming Conference Center in the Works?

W New York Wraps $15 Million Revamp

Big Changes for Pittsburgh Airport Hotel

Dramatic Makeover for Connecticut Lodging

Worst U.S. Airports for Flight Delays Revealed
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Beyond the upscale ambience of Palm Beach and the small-town charms of the Treasure Coast lies a world of waterborne adventures that both regions share. Groups can get their feet wet or simply enjoy the view while lounging on deck...
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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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The Current: Upgrades & Openings
Only in Jax is a new website designed to highlight Jacksonville-specific entertainment and attractions, focusing on things that make the city unique, such as having more than 80,000 acres of parks and being home to Treaty Oak, a 250-year-old Southern Oak tree...
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Sunshine State Success
Marc and Darlynne Menkin of San Diego’s Where You Want To Be Tours are experts on what it takes to organize and run a successful scavenger hunt. The husband and wife team founded the company 10 years ago, offering weekend bike and walking tours...
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Virginia Beach Convention & Visitors Bureau
Logo The Virginia Beach Convention & Visitors Bureau is a happy host to a wide array of unique meeting locations and unforgettable events. When you meet in our coastal destination, you’ll enjoy the attention of a team of professionals dedicated to making every meeting and convention a success. From planning to post-event, the support and experience we provide turns challenges into victories and delegates into big fans.
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40 meeting planners and suppliers had a blast assembling life-saving hygiene kits for the homeless as part of the GeoClean CSR event at Meetings Focus Live! Las Vegas.

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Inspiration
Monster brand, the maker of premium audio and entertainment products, launched Inspiration, a new line of over-ear, noise-cancelling headphones, ideal for both daily commutes and international flights. With available interchangeable headbands, the Inspiration headphones offer extreme clarity and an enhanced listening experience.

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