In today’s economy, planners are looking for alternatives to higher-priced hotels. The natural substitute is a university venue. Collegiate

When it comes to growing the nation’s economy, farmers likely will be planting the seeds. And that is likely to mean increasing revenue from

What becomes a legend most? In the case of some of the nation’s most historic resort hotels, a multimillion-dollar makeover that preserves the

By the sound of it, impending doom has cast its shadow on the meetings industry. As fallout from TARP (Troubled Assets Relief Program), the tax-

Programs & Packages The Radisson Plaza Hotel Minneapolis is celebrating its 100th anniversary all year

Illinois Hotel Felix, Chicago’s first hotel designed to achieve a Leadership in Energy and

Innovation occurs when a need or a problem surfaces and there is no obvious resolution. Creative solutions can come incrementally, building on

A number of travel providers have changed their policies because of the widespread fear of swine flu. American Airlines announced it is extending

Fairfield Inn & Suites Peoria East opened here. The 89-room property is close to the Eastside Centre and Peoria Civic Center. The hotel

Embassy Suites Minneapolis-Brooklyn Center is open next to the convention center here. The 175-suite hotel includes 5,000 square feet of meeting

The 224-room Hilton Garden Inn Toronto Airport is up and running. The hotel provides space for groups of up to 300 people, as well as a workout

Brisas Hotels and Resorts announced its cancellation policy for the seven resorts it operates in Mexico, due to the swine flu outbreak. Brisas

The International Association of Conference Centers (IACC) awarded its first Global Distinguished Service Award to Andy Dolce, founder and chairman

Janice Tugaoen was appointed director of sales for the Copley Square Hotel here, which recently completed a $17 million renovation. Tugaoen

The 226-room Crowne Plaza-Madison completed a makeover that included adding a new ballroom. Upgrades at the hotel include two new eateries, a new

Manhattan’s The Pierre will reopen June 1, following a $100 million renovation. Improvements to the property include new guest room and bath

About 35,000 public venues in Mexico City were shut down or told to serve only takeout meals Tuesday as officials tried to contain the swine flu

The American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) & The Center for Association Leadership launched a public relations campaign to make sure

Staybridge Suites, Harrisburg is open here. The 127-room hotel includes three different suite options. All suites offer fully equipped kitchens.

The 225-room W Hoboken opened its doors here. The hotel features a lounge with city views; a Tuscan-style steakhouse; a spa and a W Hotels store.