Sports venues double as exciting off-site venues

Whether historic or brand new, sports stadiums provide site-specific environments for planners to create ideas with plenty of moving parts that they

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Airport Hotels Take Meetings to New Heights

Airport hotels have long been the go-to option for those groups looking to easily get in, have a quick meeting, and get out, without breaking the

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Local tourism specialists weigh in on the Carolinas appeal

What does it mean to be involved in the Carolinas’ group and tourism scene? From motorsports to the culinary arts, five professionals with

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Sky-high attractions adrenalize off-site events

Want to push the envelope on breath-taking, heart-pounding fun? Take your group to a high-elevation attraction that also doubles as an unforgettable

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Outdoor Venues in Austin and the Hill Country for Fresh-Air Events

Founded in Austin in 1987 as a music festival and adding interactive and film components in 1994, South by Southwest, or SXSW attracts major

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Two New Luxury Hotels and ocV!BE District Catapult Anaheim, California’s Meetings Capabilities

Big things are afoot in Anaheim, California—quite an assertion for a city that’s already home to Disneyland and the largest convention center on the

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Experts weigh in on strategies for the perfect beach gathering

When it comes to event settings that inspire, relax and rejuvenate attendees, the beach is a top pick. The sand, surf and coastline add elements of

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5 Strategies for the Perfect Beach Gathering

When it comes to event settings that inspire, relax and rejuvenate attendees, the beach is a top pick. The sand, surf and coastline add elements of

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4 Reasons Groups Consistently Return to Wisconsin Dells

Although the Wisconsin Dells is well-known for being the Waterpark Capital of the World, the city is also a favorite for planners looking for a

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The Essential Guide for Meetings in Minnesota

Minnesota might be one of the country’s best-kept secrets. From the bustling Twin Cities metros to the state parks overlooking the shores of Lake

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Boise Is Booming With New Meetings and Events Lures

The economy of Idaho, and Boise in particular, has been on fire, with an influx of transplants seeking out the lifestyle advantages of the region and

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Eastern casino resorts up the meetings ante

Slated to open later this year, the highly anticipated $1.3 billion MGM National Harbor Resort & Casino brings gaming to the Washington, D.C.,

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What is The New Definition of Luxury? How the World’s Best Hotels Are Evolving

What does “luxury” really mean in 2020? One thing meeting professionals can agree on: The luxury hotel experience looks different than it

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Casual, ‘Ad Hoc’ Meeting Spaces Are a Convention Center Design Trend

The changing demographics of the business world and evolving customer preferences have resulted in a trend of “ad hoc” meeting spaces

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Los Angeles Holds the Most Unique Venues in the US

Only in Los Angeles can you find the most unique venues in the U.S. Los Angeles is home to the most unique, top-tier venues in

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Virginia’s Fairfax County Emerges on the Meetings Scene

Emerging from its reputation as a rural bedroom community for Washington, D.C., exciting things on the meetings and events scene are afoot in Fairfax

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Bureau reps step up big for planners and events

Most planners have recognized local CVBs as crucial resources and partners when it comes to forging successful affairs. With their endless reservoir

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California’s tech boom is redefining urban centers

Reinvention and innovation are constant forces in California, especially now that the state is experiencing a surging tech-fueled economy and robust

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Puerto Rico Boosts Meetings Options

SAN JUAN, P.R.With more than 1.3 million square feet of meeting space and over 14,500 guest rooms throughout the Island, a top convention center, and

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Arizona Cancellations Raise Contract Issues

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