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Chicago Property Tops List of Best U.S. Meeting Hotels

Green Bay Breaks Ground on Convention Center Addition

Survey Reveals 100 Best Restaurants in America

Fodor’s Can’t-Miss Locales for 2014

New Bismarck Hotel Ready for Small Groups

Western Kentucky Abuzz Over Convention Center Launch

Lux Castle Hotel Debuts in Orlando

Big Changes for Bahamas Resort

Hyatt Makes Return to Puerto Rico

Hawaii Convention Center Names New GM
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New Cultural Trail links points of interest throughout Indianapolis

Indianapolis is a vibrant destination with much to offer meeting groups, and now it is easier than ever to access the city’s various points of interest, thanks to the 7.5-mile, $63 million Indianapolis Cultural Trail...
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Dozens of new high-tech advancements promise to impact the meetings and events industry going forward, both from the perspective of industry insiders and everyday attendees. Looking to give your business or promotional campaign an upgrade? Here are five ways to better connect with audiences and tap into these solutions...
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Three Highlights from a Ft. Lauderdale Foray
Recently I made my first visit to Fort Lauderdale, Florida, as part of a meetings FAM organized in conjunction with the Greater Ft. Lauderdale CVB, and came away with some very cool impressions. I’d known of course that the city was a haven of beaches and sunshine, but had no idea...
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Midwest hotel news and renovations of meeting properties (Dec. 2013)
Hyatt Chicago The Loop is scheduled to open in 2015 with 257 guest rooms and eight meeting rooms totaling 5,000 square feet. Construction is slated to begin the end of this year. Hyatt currently...
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Positively Cleveland reports rapidly growing tourism
The Positively Cleveland CVB reported that Cleveland is currently one of the country’s fastest-growing hotel markets, according to Smith Travel Research...
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John Feeney
Historic Canterbury Hotel – Indianapolis
A party of 12 wants to have dinner right away. What restaurant can accommodate last-minute requests of this size?
Mo’s-A Place for Steaks. I can call the owner and he’ll set it up, no problems. Guests are always impressed with the atmosphere and the food...
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Thermacell Heated Insoles
If you’re going to be standing in the cold for a long time prepping for an event, keep your toes toasty...

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