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New Anaheim Hotel Showcases Local History

Phoenix Resort Unveils Snazzy Culinary Additions

Utah Governor Works Deal for Parks Relaunch

Revamps Wrapped for Pair of SoCal Properties

Toronto Meetings Hotel Readies for Launch

New Manhattan Lodging Offers Views and Venues

US Travel: Shutdown Costs Economy $152M Daily

MGM’s Dominguez Honored with Special Recognition

ACTIVE Network Unveils its Smart Events Cloud

Hoteliers Call for Shutdown Solution

San Jose Convention Center Wraps Marvelous Makeover
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From zip line tours to jet boat excursions, Oregon offers a wealth of outdoor adventures for groups

Oregon has long been a state known for breaking new ground, with a fierce pioneering spirit when it comes to exploration, technology, politics and even sustainability...
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Hawaii’s Big Island offers lush meeting landscapesSouthern Arizona’s Tucson and Yuma make for distinct agendasColorado mountain meetings provide an escape


Oakland Marriott City Center
Logo The Oakland Marriott City Center places you in the center of it all. Newly renovated, our hotel features stunning views of Oakland and the San Francisco Bay Area. Explore nearby Chinatown, museums, and fine dining. Connected to the Oakland Convention Center we offer 89,000 square feet of event space. Concierge Level rooms include complimentary breakfast and access to the Concierge Lounge. Suites and guest rooms include a comfortable workspace, complimentary fitness center and outdoor pool.
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Gun totin’ at meetings:
Should it be allowed?

A colleague asked me if any clients allowed guns at their meetings and if they did or did not, did they have a written policy, stated in the registration information, about carrying arms at a meeting? It had never occurred to me that someone...
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How Does 'Obamacare' Affect Meeting Employees & Contractors?
Obamacare–aka The Affordable Care Act–recently went into effect. Lost in the controversy over the federal budget and its implementation is an issue critically important to the meetings industry: using independent contractors instead...
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Shelter Co. creates pop-up lodging for groups around the world
Founded in San Francisco in 2012, Shelter Co. is a distinctive pop-up camping experience and a unique lodging option for high-end special events...
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Meeting venue news and renovations in the West October 2013
The boutique Park Shore Waikiki on Oahu unveiled a $10 million renovation, updating its lobby, guest rooms and outdoor areas...
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Increase your International Meeting Planning Know-How
Logo Join Meetings Focus and a panel of meetings industry thought leaders on October 17, 2013 at 1:00 PM ET, for this informative one-hour Meetings Focus On-Location roundtable discussion taking place at IMEX America in Las Vegas, sponsored by Tourism Australia.

- What are the common pitfalls that can torpedo your international meeting?
- How do you address negotiation and contract issues?
- What are the cultural do's and don'ts when meeting overseas?

These questions and more will be discussed with a panel of industry experts!

*This broadcast is worth 1 hour of Strategic Planning credit toward CMP certification through the CIC.
Register for this video broadcast today!
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October 15, 2013
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Mobile Advertising
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Tues. October 22, 2013
Mobile advertising is growing so quickly, analysts are revising their predictions. US mobile advertising will be a $7.29 billion industry in 2013. That's a hundred million more than eMarketer projected last year. More event planners are now using mobile ads to create an interactive experience, increase leads, and generate revenue. This webinar will show you how the events and meetings industry can use mobile apps to meet event advertising and sponsorship goals.

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11/6/2013 - 1:00pm EST
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Concierge Insights
Celeste Berman
Rancho Valencia
Santa Fe, California
What service can you provide to groups that they normally might not receive?
Rancho Valencia's philosophy of dedication and commitment to improving personal wellness has lead to the development of classes focusing on high-performance fitness. Our program has been designed to complement our spa services and an active lifestyle, including a variety of disciplines and opportunities to stay fit while on property. Classes range from high-energy cardio workouts to a variety of yoga teachings that take place in our Serenity Yoga Pavilion...
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Calm Before the Storm
Mini Weather Clip
Information is power, and this handy National Geographic weather keeper device is full of useful info for travelers. Hang the Mini Weather Clip off your bag or belt loop and have the current conditions, time, temperature, barometric pressure, humidity and eight-hour forecast at the ready...

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