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L.A. Boutique Debuts New Event Spaces Timely Renovation Wrap for Bay Area Lodge Reflag for Lake Las Vegas Meetings Mecca Massachusetts Resort Proposal Approaches $1 Billion New Conference-Friendly Hotel Coming to Maine NYLO Hotels Ventures into Hudson Valley Hilton Orlando Creating Unique New Outdoor Venue Hyatt and MGM Join Forces on Loyalty Programs Vegas Resort Dramatically Expands Meeting Space Pennsylvania Convention Center Selects Private Management Group Oahu and Kauai Have Heritage at Heart for Meetings Groups Epic landscapes are only part of the allure on Oahu and Kauai. Groups are increasingly seeking out the vast cultural riches of these two these Hawaiian Islands, from learning how to hula to basking in the glow of an ancient palace... Read more >> More West Destinations Northern California • Albuquerque • Utah Denver, Boulder, Colorado Springs Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa Discover the best of paradise at Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa. This luxury resort has endless options with more than 64,000 square feet of flexible meeting space including 40,000 square feet of breathtaking outdoor venues. Sheer beauty and an unprecedented commitment to service excellence make it a standout in meeting and incentive markets. Gatherings take on new energy amidst the tradewind breezes, lush gardens, ocean views, and amazing facilities. Learn more at GrandHyattKauai.com. VIDEO DESTINATION DEAL Visit Newport Beach Colorado Sheraton Phoenix Downtown Hotel When hotels eliminate services… You explained your group's needs to the hotel in a thorough RFP. You did a site inspection to ensure that what you saw on the web site and what was provided in a proposal were what you'd receive. The contract spelled it all out, mostly. Then you read a news story that tells you, that the hotel is eliminating a major service feature... Read more >> Steps to limiting alcohol-related liability In the US, the NTSB (National Transportation Safety Board) recommended lowering the blood-alcohol concentration limit to .05% from .08%. Many who know me personally or via blogs, other writing and training know that much of my professional focus has been and continues to be on risk assessment, risk anticipation... Read more >> New Healdsburg SHED Serves Organic Group Spaces A new community gathering place in Healdsburg, north of San Francisco in Wine Country, SHED features creative cuisine by Chef Niki Ford and light-filled event spaces... Read more >> Rancho Valencia Resort is Reimagined Built in 1989 and with a longstanding history as a leading tennis resort, Rancho Valencia in Rancho Santa Fe, Calif., renovated and rebranded itself at the end of last year and has emerged with invigorated group offerings, from meeting spaces to off-site programs... Read more >> Time to network: Meetings Focus Live! Portland, August 18-20. The Best in the West in terms of suppliers are gathering in Portland, OR and they want to meet you face-to-face. This event is fully hosted, which means NO COST to you! Each Meetings Focus Live! attendee will experience: - The opportunity to experience the host city - Exclusive 1-on-1 appointments with area suppliers - Creative networking and education offering CEU credits - Experience team-building and charity with our Corporate Social Responsibility program - Lots of fun! Register for Meetings Focus Live! Portland today! San Diego Tourism Dodges Bullet - 6/4/13 Massive Makeover Continues for Squaw Valley Resorts - 5/28/13 New Research Forecasts Summer Travel Trends - 5/21/13 Acclaimed Colorado Resort to Acquire Iconic Inn - 5/14/13 Marriott Breaks Ground at Irvine Spectrum Center - 5/7/13 Major New Convention Hotel Planned for Seattle - 4/30/13 Dynamic New District Coming to Vegas - 4/23/13 June 11, 2013 F&B and Other Budget Tips Wed. June 26, 2013 In this webinar, moderated by top meetings industry educator Bonnie Wallsh, you’ll discover how top meeting and catering professionals deliver superlative F&B experiences without blowing the budget. Bonnie will also cover some of her non-F&B money-saving secrets. Sponsored By: Bismarck-Mandan CVB Pasadena CVB Marriott Kansas City Downtown Thunder Valley Casino Resort Casino Del Sol The Roosevelt Hotel Atlantic City Convention & Visitors Authority Ocean Center Daytona Beach Meet in Utah The Venetian Upcoming Webinars: Hybrid Meetings: A Planner's Checklist 7/31/2013 - 1:00pm EST Going Global: Planning Meetings Abroad 8/28/2013 - 1:00pm EST Sustainability: Green Meetings Measurement 9/25/2013 - 1:00pm EST Lean on Me Swany Walkin’ Bag Created by a polio survivor, the Swany Walkin’ Bag makes travelling easier and more convenient for people with limited mobility or those suffering from injuries... Read More >>