Managing and Destinations Content Director Marlene Goldman toured the World Center for Birds of Prey during a recent FAM to Boise, Idaho. The center is headquarters for The Peregrine Fund, which conserves endangered raptors. Look for an upcoming On the Scene.
Vice President & Chief Content Director Tyler Davidson visited Anaheim for the grand opening fete of the ACC North convention center expansion, and also to check out the many off-site options that wet the whistle of attendees. From a major push to make the city a West Coast microbrewery player to a diverse selection of outstanding culinary offerings—and the requisite stop at Disneyland Resort to experience the “Happiest Place on Earth”—Anaheim is further entrenching itself as a dominant player on the national convention scene. Check out his story on page 88 to get your own taste of this SoCal standout.
The one-of-a-kind desert destination of Tucson, Ariz., was the setting for our Meetings Today Live! West hosted-buyer program, held Sept. 10-13 and headquartered at JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort & Spa. The event featured sites visits at top properties in the area, a sojourn to experience the natural wonders of Sabino Canyon and the opportunity to meet one-on-one with suppliers to talk turkey about the planner attendees’ upcoming programs. Check out our October issue for coverage, and visit MeetingsToday.com/Live to learn more about upcoming MT Live! events.