Meetings Today Senior Contributor Jeff Heilman stays at Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas, where he discovers that at every touchpoint, the former upstart has matured into a welcoming and relaxing environment where business is a pleasure. 

Donald Contoursi reflects on a decade of work with Lip Smacking Foodie Tours in this Q&A with Meetings Today Senior Contributor Jeff Heilman.

While it may be famous for its massive events and conventions, Las Vegas hosts thousands of small meetings every year. Discover the venues that cater well to groups of 100 or less. 

With passion, purpose and poise, LVCVA professionals like Vice President of Destination Sales Rebecca DeLuca bring their A-game every day. She shares her career story with Meetings Today.

Hotel leaders in Downtown Las Vegas detail how they are investing in the properties and meeting business.

New Jersey’s 60-plus licensed wineries and vineyards form the state’s fastest-growing agricultural sector. These destinations offer scenic settings and versatile venues for memorable tours, tastings and private events. 

After four name changes and five expansions, the Chelsea Hotel, which opened in October 1975 as a mixed residential and university housing building with 808 rooms, celebrates its 50th anniversary this year as the largest hotel in Canada, with 1,590 keys. 

Destination Toronto’s new “Toronto 100%” video campaign is an unapologetic statement of boldness and big dreams that invites visitors, planners and groups included, to go all in with Toronto’s ambition and creativity.

For groups, heritage and cultural detours across Texas’ westernmost expanse are where lasting memories are made. 

In their own words, nine of the many exceptional women working in hospitality from the East Coast region share their career influences, ambitions, strategies for success—and the rewards of leadership.