The hospitality and meetings industries are at a standstill as the COVID-19 crisis levels its crippling effect on travel and public gatherings of any
December 15, 2020
Versed in Crisis Management, Meetings Outlook in Puerto Rico is Optimistic
Resiliency and perseverance are two defining descriptors of Puerto Rico. As with everyone else around the world, meeting professionals in Puerto
December 21, 2017
4 Drive-To Locales Have Groups Revved to Hit the Road
As drive-to meetings gain in popularity nationwide in response to rising airfares and excessive fees, certain destinations are taking vigorous
October 17, 2022
On the Scene: Experiencing IMEX America as a First-Time Attendee
The first time I felt I truly experienced the world, I was roaming the streets of London alone at the ripe age of 17, independent and unafraid of
October 11, 2022
Optimism and Growth: American Express Reveals 2023 Global Meetings & Events Forecast
American Express released its 2023 Global Meetings & Events Forecast at IMEX America this week, revealing a positive outlook for the recovery
July 21, 2017
Los Angeles and West Hollywood boast top-tier venues
The Force is strong with Los Angeles, following the City Council’s recent approval of construction of legendary filmmaker George Lucas’
January 27, 2022
2022 Meetings Today Trends Survey
We thought we’d be out of the proverbial woods regarding the pandemic by the time we sent out this year’s survey, but it was not to be, as the
April 25, 2017
Zeroing in on the biggest international travel issues
The world is changing. That’s indisputable. But for meeting planners, a host of political, economic and safety issues can have especially far-
April 25, 2017
East Coast gaming properties optimistic about future
From Foxwoods’ 25th anniversary to MGM Resorts International’s growing Maryland to Massachusetts footprint, celebration, anticipation and
February 23, 2023
Why It Is Critical for Life Sciences Meetings to Resume Face-to-Face Events
Pharmaceutical and medical face-to-
March 24, 2017
Tennessee venues honor history and fortitude
From the Mississippi Delta to the Great Smoky Mountains, Tennessee is abundant with sites pertaining to America’s social and cultural heritage
February 24, 2017
Animal Sanctuaries in Upstate New York Enrich Meetings
Last November 2016, I visited the Wolf Conservation Center (WCC) in South Salem,
January 27, 2017
Best Practices for Medical and Pharma Meetings
In its “Pharma Medical Affairs 2020 and beyond” report, leading global consultancy McKinsey & Company describes “a rapidly
January 26, 2017
Miami and Fort Lauderdale reenergize with updates
Miami and Fort Lauderdale experienced unprecedented growth in the past year with myriad new hotels, renovations of existing and historic properties,
January 25, 2017
Albany and Saratoga Springs step up offerings
It’s been 15 years since then-Mayor Gerald Jennings convened the task force that solicited the first proposals for a new-build convention
December 29, 2016
New York’s Rochester is a creative arts hot spot
Located between Lake Ontario and the Finger Lakes wine region, New York’s third-most-populous city has historically been one of America’s
August 09, 2021
20 Meetings Trendsetters Who Made a Difference in the Last Year
As we (hopefully!) soon exit the “pandemic era,” we thought giving recognition to those who have helped keep the industry afloat was in order, as it
August 24, 2022
6 Tips for Planning Family-Friendly Meetings
Shifting back into pre-pandemic routines, hobbies and schedules hasn’t necessarily been easy for anyone, but for parents, readjusting to what life
May 26, 2020
Coastal Mexico Destinations Set to Reopen; Bridge Gap with Virtual Experiences
There’s an old saying that says when life gives you lemons, make lemonade. Well, life has delivered a truckload of lemons to everyone in the
February 29, 2016
South Dakota surprises with memorable venues
Sure, Mount Rushmore is magnificent, but South Dakota’s memorable venues and attractions go well beyond the grand granite faces that draw 3