On the Scene in Patagonia: Exceptional Group Encounters With Lindblad Expeditions

My most charmed journeys in 20 years covering the global meetings industry include familiarization trips to Australia, Lapland and Morocco. Never,

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Hiking to Bernal Glacier in Patagonian Chile

Omni Hotels and Groups360 Announce Instant Booking Expansion

ShapeOmni Hotels & Resorts became the latest in a long string of hotel companies that have joined forces with Groups360 to expand their Instant

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New Business Book for Kids Charts the Future

Got an aspiration-inclined youngster on your holiday gift-giving list?  Frequent Meetings Today contributor, futurist and leadership expert

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How Indianapolis and Fort Wayne Are Ramping Up for Meetings and Events in 2024

Indiana is preparing for a blockbuster year ahead, and its two biggest cities are taking advantage of the momentum. See how Indianapolis and Fort

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10 Meetings and Events Data Protection Tips

Recent high-profile data breach cases that impacted some of the biggest players in the hospitality world have brought the issue of data security home

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Don’t Fall Victim to a Cyberattack or Data Security Breach!

In the current environment of data breaches and cyberattacks, no organization, however large or small, is immune, so all need to be prepared with an

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Host Your Event at One of These U.S. Soccer Stadiums

While American football may reign supreme as the sport of choice for viewers in the U.S., the original football is rising through the ranks.

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State-of-the-Art Attendee Safety at the Georgia World Congress Center Campus

At 220 acres, the Georgia World Congress Center (GWCC) campus is one of the largest such convention offerings in the world, containing the nearly 4

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8 New Hotels Transforming Meetings and Events in 2024

As we approach the new year, the world of hospitality is poised to welcome a wave of exciting new hotel properties offering fresh and inspiring

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Marriott Launches Neurodiversity Initiatives and Neu Project Partnership

Marriott International launched initiatives to further neuroinclusivity at its large customer events.   The initiatives support those who

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MGM RESORTS: HERE, EVENTS ARE CARED FOR AND CARE-FREE

Nestled amidst the glitz and glamour of the Las Vegas Strip stands the

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Visit Anaheim Becomes Certified Autism Center as Part of City-Wide Accessibility Initiative

Visit Anaheim, the official DMO for Anaheim, California, is now a Certified Autism Center™ (CAC), a designation granted by the International Board of

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Explore 5 Historic Event Venues in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Capital cities have long been important gathering spots in the U.S., and consequently, pack a lot of history. This is true for Louisiana’s state

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World of Hyatt Announces New Loyalty Reward Benefits for Meeting Planners

Taylor Smith joined World of Hyatt at the company's headquarters in downtown Chicago as one of the first to learn about

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Lincoln’s New Opportunities and Meeting Venues Await

Lincoln, Nebraska, continues to be the choice for meeting planners across the

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Freeman Announces Janet Dell to Succeed Priest-Heck as CEO

ShapeGlobal event production company Freeman announced Janet Dell, Freeman’s current president and COO, will be appointed  CEO of the company

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6 New York City Museums for Special and Experiential Events

Founded as New Amsterdam in 1624, New York City is comparatively young among global capitals. It may just be the mother of all cultural cities,

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Hyatt Regency Orlando Is the Place to Meet in the Heart of Orlando’s Convention District

Finding a property to satisfy both the practical concerns of event planners and the diverse needs of attendees can be a tall order indeed. The 1,641-

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Fresh Hotels, Restaurants and Attractions Elevate Atlantic City Events

This August, I attended the 20th annual Visit Atlantic City Airshow. Produced by the Greater Atlantic City Chamber, sponsored by Visit Atlantic City

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