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Tons of tips... Cut F&B costs: Try the best you can to pay by the piece, not by the person. People eat a lot less these days; unfortunately,

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Short Takes

Museums & Attractions The Los Angeles landmark Griffith Observatory reopened in November, following a $93 million renovation and

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Site Scene

Arizona The Royal Palms Resort and Spa is scheduled to debut its Montavista Courtyard and Suites enclave in January. The new section of the

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Going Places

Arizona The Whirlwind Golf Club at Sheraton Wild Horse Pass Resort & Spa hired two new sales managers. Jaclyn Beaudreau was named group

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The Concierge

Ann RobertsPortola Plaza Hotel, Monterey, Calif.What service can you provide to groups that they normally might not receive? I can get them special

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That's (Not) All, Folks

You can’t get much closer to a sure bet for a special event location when you hire on help that has Oscar and Emmy awards on their resumes

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Checking In

Well, the New Year is here, and with it arrives the culmination of our redesign effort. Being focused on providing the most comprehensive

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In Box

I have tons of tips… My personal tip is to learn to use and love Microsoft Excel. I’ve used several meeting planning tools,

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Short Takes

Programs & Packages Employee development firm Repario Ltd., created the Building a Dream team-building program. During the four- to six

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Site Scene

Florida The Sawgrass Marriott Resort & Spa is scheduled to complete a $16 million guest room renovation later this month. The hotel,

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Going Places

Florida Brad Cance was named general manager of The Ritz-Carlton, Palm Beach, which at press time was closed while it completes a $60

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The Concierge

Cleatter Landry Hotel Monteleone, New OrleansWhat service can you provide to groups that they normally might not receive? For special events, Hotel

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Chicago Suburbs

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Where the Wild Things Are

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Planners' Perspective

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Iowa

Culture, high-end dining experiences and stellar meeting venues probably aren’t the first things that come to mind when planners think of Iowa

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Planners' Perspective

Pam Gluck Executive Director American Trails Redding, Calif.Describe your event. American Trails held the 18th National Trails Symposium October 19

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Kansas

The winds of history sweep across the great plains of Kansas, the voices of Native Americans, cowboys, pioneers, and soldiers whispering through its

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Madison/Wisconsin Dells

Madison and Wisconsin Dells straddle the middle part of Wisconsin, with one offering the culture and bustle of a university town and state capital,

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Pick Three

Deb ArcherPresidentGreater Madison CVBWhat are three of most interesting cultural experiences for groups visiting Madison? Overture Center

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