Move over wow factor. Greater Palm Springs has that in spades, and something a lot more “grounded.” This celebrity hot spot of yesteryear
August 18, 2011
What's New
As cities, businesses and venues around Texas celebrate a variety of birthdays and special occasions in this 175th anniversary year for the state,
January 13, 2015
CIC Unveils New APEX Committee Officers
ALEXANDRIA, Va.The Convention Industry Council (CIC) has announced the 2015 officers of the Accepted Practice Exchange (APEX) Standards Review
March 28, 2016
Midwest ag sites entice with group doings
While the family farm may have lost some ground in recent years, there is no shortage of farm venues where groups can break away from the daily
September 30, 2021
How to Incorporate Art Experiences Into Virginia Programs
It’s 1952, and you are seeing Singing in the Rain on the big screen. Before the curtain rises, a man seated at a Mighty Wurlitzer Organ
January 06, 2011
Chicago Suburbs
Chicago's suburban region may be frigid in January, but come spring when the snow begins to melt and residents come out of hibernation, everyone,
April 22, 2016
Time-tested venues offer authentic cuisine
As the saying goes, the story of the world is found on the plate, and that’s never truer than today. Courtesy of globalization and advanced
November 05, 2020
MPI to End 2020 With $2.5 Million Deficit But Confident of Financial Standing
MPI is set to end 2020 with a deficit of $2.5 million, but the association said previous reserves will carry it through the pandemic period because
May 02, 2017
Vegas Uncork’d, The Grand Tasting 2017, Caesars Palace
Roughly 3,000 celebrity chefs, restaurateurs and foodies gathered poolside April 28, 2017, to indulge in the Entertainment Capital of the World
May 02, 2017
Vegas Uncork’d, The Grand Tasting 2017, Caesars Palace
Roughly 3,000 celebrity chefs, restaurateurs and foodies gathered poolside April 28, 2017, to indulge in the Entertainment Capital of the World
May 24, 2017
Limited-Service Hotels and the SMERF Market
SMERF attendees tend to be more budget conscious than many group markets because they are almost always spending their own money. That focus on cost
March 27, 2015
Italy sets the stage for inspirational gatherings
As the global UNESCO leader with 50 World Heritage Sites, Italy is the ultimate showcase of art, culture and antiquity.Protected icons include Venice
January 29, 2019
Miami and Fort Lauderdale Invest in Culture
Since the 1980s, Miami has experienced a magical transformation from cultural wasteland to global destination for contemporary art. Greater Fort
June 18, 2012
Aussie Marriott Announces Global Giveaway
Planning a 2012 meeting or event in Brisbane can really pay off—with a trip to three of the most well-known cities in the world! Along with
June 22, 2017
L.A.’s Westside and Beach Cities beckon beyond the freeways
While often associated with urban sprawl and traffic-clogged freeways, Los Angeles County is largely comprised of communities that are pedestrian-
December 17, 2012
Test Drive
On the face of it, leaving the driving to attendees is a great concept. Meeting planners avoid a variety of logistics issues inherent with flying and
June 01, 2008
Creating a Niche Market
When working as a meeting planner inside a corporation, association or nonprofit organization, there is a defined audience based on the product or
September 03, 2021
These Texas Brands Add Authentic Flavor to Group Agendas
In 2020, Texas Sports Life (TSL) ran an online March Madness-style
March 01, 2003
MPI Appoints Meetings Gurus to New Council
MPI announced the appointment of an exclusive group of global industry leaders that will form an Executive Advisory Council. The council will
June 16, 2016
Shanghai Disney Resort Celebrates Launch
SHANGHAIShanghai Disney Resort celebrated the global premiere of the first Mandarin production of Disney's “The Lion King” Tuesday night