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Sinkhole Scare for Disney World-Area Lodging New Sheraton Shimmies Into Memphis Meetings-Friendly Jacksonville Hotel Back in Biz A Rosen by Any Other Name: Rebrand for Orlando Inn Rebrand and Renovation for Jersey Conference Hotel Tahoe Resort Charges Ahead with Green Efforts New Renaissance for Historic Denver Structure Durango Welcomes New Hilton Property Report Unveils Hot Conference Center Trends ASAE Reports Strong Showing at Annual Gathering Bridging the Gulf in Mobile It’s almost the southernmost point on a U.S. map, but culturally it’s “south of the South.” So says Ron McConnell, vice president of sales and services for the Mobile Bay CVB, who describes Mobile as an ever-evolving city of great—and often unexpected—diversity. The city flew the French, British and Spanish flags before becoming an American territory... Read more >> More South Destinations Savannah and the Georgia Coast The Caribbean Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa Situated on 26 acres of lush tropical gardens with over 70,000 sq. ft. of flexible indoor/outdoor meeting space, the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa is Southwest Florida’s preeminent meetings destination. The resort is centrally located between Miami and Tampa and just minutes from RSW International airport. With recent guestroom and suite renovations, Green Meetings initiatives, and a long-tenured senior staff, your attendees will experience an outstanding level of first class service. For more information, visit our website. VIDEO DESTINATION DEAL Myrtle Beach Convention Center Louisiana Ocean Reef Club Branson is a welcoming family-friendly meetings destination Having been to Branson once previously for a family summer vacation at a very young age, I was excited to get another chance to check out the city and see if I actually remembered anything while traveling to the area for the latest Meetings Focus Live! event from July 28-30... Read more >> Convention Center Dilemmas Convention center management and labor organizations in some major cities cannot seem to stop fighting and driving business away. Just recently labor unions set up pickets to block the delivery entrance to a major convention center, and delayed a large event from moving out... Read more >> Third Space Atlanta a hip kitchen space for events The Third Space, a hip new option for planners looking for a culinary team-building venue in Atlanta, opened earlier this year and is available... Read more >> Dallas/Fort Worth adds nap space for tired travelers Need a snooze? Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport introduced a tranquil new resting spot for tired travelers... Read more >> Time to network: Meetings Focus Live! Miramar Beach, Sept. 15-17 Suppliers from throughout Florida and the South are gathering in Miramar Beach, FL 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 enjoy: - The opportunity to experience the host city - Exclusive 1-on-1 appointments with area suppliers - Creative networking and education offering CEU credits - Team-building and charity with our Corporate Social Responsibility program - Lots of fun! Register for Meetings Focus Live! Miramar Beach today! JW Marriott Houston Downtown Hotel to Open in Spring 2014 - 8/7/13 Puerto Rico Resort Launches Regal Revamp - 7/31/13 Convene Begins National Expansion in Virginia - 7/24/13 Hilton Hospitality for Nashville Fliers - 7/17/13 Hotel Survey Reveals Top Destinations for 2013 - 7/10/13 August 14, 2013 Going Global: Planning Meetings Abroad Wed. August 28, 2013 The world of business has gone global, and when it's time to take your meeting, event or trade show outside your home country, you'll need tools to prepare you to work in a variety of different environments. Cultural, political, legal and language differences will impact everything from sourcing to contract negotiation to the attendee experience. Join Meetings Focus and David Kliman, CMP, CMM, for an overview of global meeting industry best practices and tips. Sponsored By: Turtle Bay Resort Travel Alberta VisitDenmark Barceló Hotels Fiesta Americana Grand Coral Beach Cancún Resort & Spa Starwood Resorts in Mexico Tourism Australia Upcoming Webinars: Sustainability: Green Meetings Measurement 9/25/2013 - 1:00pm EST Innovative CVB Services 10/30/2013 - 1:00pm EST Contracts: The Basics 11/6/2013 - 1:00pm EST ASAE Annual Meeting and Expo 2013 John Graham, president and CEO of ASAE, gives his take on this year’s bustling annual show in Atlanta, and what’s new with his association that planners need to know.. Play Video >> Mariana Wagner Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotel Lake Buena Vista, Florida Can you recommend a good place to take a stroll? The hotel sits right next to Disney’s BoardWalk which is the perfect place for a stroll.Surrounding Crescent Lake, Disney’s BoardWalk offers guests an entertainment, dining and shopping area designed after the boardwalks that were famous during the turn of the 20th like Coney Island and Atlantic City. Guests can swing by the Wyland Gallery to appreciate some beautiful paintings and sculptures... Read more >> View All Insights >>