Last year was the year of meetings roaring back following a tough stretch from 2020-2022. Despite the setback in group business—or maybe because of
February 28, 2024
Renovations and New Meeting Experiences at Historic Western Hotels and Event Venues
ColoradoThe historic Denver Union Station, located in the heart of
February 28, 2024
Destinations International Shifts From EDI to Social Inclusion Initiatives and Names Chief Inclusion Officer
Destinations International (DI), the world’s largest membership
February 27, 2024
A Brand New Texas Convention Center and More Southern Hotel News
CaribbeanAfter suffering one of the area’s most devastating hurricane seasons in 2017, the Peter Island Resort in the British Virgin
February 27, 2024
Hotel News and Updates from Chicago, South Dakota and Wisconsin
IllinoisThe largest hotel group in South Korea, Lotte Hotels and
February 26, 2024
Recent Global Hotel Openings and Dubai's Highly Anticipated Lifestyle Destination
AustraliaIn Western Australia, the much-anticipated Hilton Garden Inn has opened its doors in the seaside town of Busselton. Located just a short
February 26, 2024
Historic Eastern Property Updates and a New Meetings Program
Massachusetts Southbridge’s Southbridge Hotel & Conference Center was rebranded to the Wellsworth Hotel. The change of name, brand
February 26, 2024
No Hidden Agenda Episode #22: Wellness Trends
Wellness trends are evolving within the events industry! Kristine Iverson, Founder & Visionary of CROW Practice, joins us to share some of the
February 22, 2024
The Top Insights and Results From the 2024 Meetings Today Trends Survey
Anyone who’s filled their gas tank or bought a gallon of milk at the grocery store knows that inflation has been taking a major bite out of budgets.
February 22, 2024
Visit Orlando Names Tammy McCormick Director of Destination Experience
Visit Orlando announced the appointment of Tammy McCormick as director of destination experience. In her role, McCormick will lead Visit Orlando’s
February 20, 2024
The Necessity of Renewal: Taking a Break to Get to Your Breakthrough
Season 5, Episode 2Guest: Haydee Antezana, CEO, Haydee Antezana InternationalWhen your soul feels
February 20, 2024
How Corporate Meetings Are Reflecting a Radically Different Business Environment
The foundation of how we work was rocked by the pandemic, with many working at home either all or part of the time. This still-unfolding revolution
February 20, 2024
How Marquee Events and Major Investments Are Boosting the Global Draw of Las Vegas
“Sometimes it takes a grand madness to have the vision to build a place we’ve never experienced before,” said U2 lead singer Bono in a behind-the-
February 20, 2024
Event Production Network Welcomes New President and Board Members
The Event Production Network (EPN) welcomed Brad Poarch as its new president and announced its 2024 board members. Poarch is the CEO of Oklahoma City
February 19, 2024
On the Scene: All Aboard the Brightline to South Florida
When I was invited to the grand opening of Brightline’s train station in Orlando in September, I wanted to get on the train that day. I love train
February 19, 2024
The Latest Developments in South Florida Locales Miami and Fort Lauderdale (2024)
South Florida continues to delight meeting professionals with its plethora of recent restaurant openings, ongoing hotel developments and renovations
February 19, 2024
Toxic Workplace Allegations: DeShields Terminated by Tourism Diversity Matters; Founder Gamble Steps Down
Tourism Diversity Matters (TDM) terminated the employment of Executive Director Greg DeShields after accusations of a toxic work environment, most
February 19, 2024
Lone Star to L’étoile: People and Places From the Chamonix Mont-Blanc Valley
Bonjour mes amis!By the time you read this, I will have been living and working remotely in Les Praz, France, in the Chamonix Mont-Blanc Valley, for
February 14, 2024
The Z: Experiencing The Hotel at Kirkwood Center’s Hospitality Arts Program
On a recent trip to snowy Cedar Rapids, Iowa, for Meetings Today’s annual team meeting, I hopped off the shuttle bus from Eastern Iowa Airport and