Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau (GMCVB) observed an increase in economic impact and visitor growth in 2022 at their annual State of
May 16, 2023
Change Remains Constant in AV Production
By Eric Newkirk Meeting planners need to speak the right language to get the most cost-effective outcome for their
May 16, 2023
How to Incorporate Local Culture into Events at Popular Coastal Mexico Resorts
The way we travel has changed, which means the way we meet has also changed—especially when it comes to popular meeting and incentive destinations
May 16, 2023
East Coast Gaming Destinations Are Spending for Success
As reported by the American Gaming Association, U.S. casinos and mobile gaming apps set a record high of $60.4 billion in gross gaming revenue (GGR)
May 16, 2023
Orange County Convention Center Appoints New General Manager and Director of Sales
With a career spanning over 30 years, Anthony “Tony” Camarillo brings a wealth of knowledge in sales, events and general management to his new role
May 15, 2023
8 U.S. Hotel Openings in 2023 That Meeting and Event Professionals Should Know About
The pace of hotel development is fast and furious—and can be hard to keep up with for busy meeting planners. As professionals across the country work
May 15, 2023
How Providence’s TID Sets the Stage for Group Success
During the pandemic, which saw Rhode Island lose $78 million in direct spending revenue from canceled events, Providence Warwick CVB President and
May 15, 2023
4 U.S. Beach Destinations for Meetings and Events That Deliver
Beach destinations have long been popular for meeting, event and incentive programs. Sometimes it’s because the northern state
May 11, 2023
San Antonio Builds on Its Historic Charms With Major New Developments
San Antonio has always been the pride of Texas, with that monumental last stand at the Alamo forever notching its place in history books and
May 11, 2023
Omni Tucson National Resort's Renovations and Marriott's New Hotel Concept
ArizonaOmni Tucson National Resort recently completed a multimillion-dollar renovation to its rooms, suites, meeting spaces and more. The resort
May 11, 2023
New Orleans' Hotel Upgrades and More Southern Property News
FloridaThe legendary landmark resort Casa Marina, Curio Collection by Hilton, originally built in 1920, will unveil a grand property renovation to
May 11, 2023
Australia's New Le Méridien and More Global Property News
AmsterdamTivoli Hotels & Resorts made its brand debut in the Netherlands with the
May 11, 2023
Event Service Professionals Publish Meetings DEI Guide
The knowledge and duties of event service professionals (ESPs), aka convention service managers, is where the rubber meets the road in the meetings
May 10, 2023
Orange County Convention Center Opens Virtual Health Clinic
During the Covid pandemic, the U.S. saw rapid growth in its medical facilities and resources. Orlando is in step with that trend, with
May 10, 2023
Omaha and Council Bluffs Growing Community-Friendly Spaces
Set across the Missouri River from each other, Omaha, Nebraska, and Council Bluffs, Iowa, offer a convenient package for meeting groups that are
May 10, 2023
The Z: DEIB and Generation Z, a Conversation with Alicia Jenelle
There exists an important difference between industry trends and industry initiatives. Trends typically come and go or change and redevelop as
May 10, 2023
10 Tips for Using AI to Radically Improve Meetings and Events Tasks
Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) are booming. From
May 09, 2023
Historic Hotel Updates and More Eastern Property News
CanadaIn celebration of its 30th anniversary this year, Hôtel Baie Saint-Paul in Charlevoix, in the province of Quebec, will undergo renovations that
May 09, 2023
Marriott Marquis Houston Taps Juan Calderon as Hotel Manager
Marriott Marquis Houston named Juan Calderon its hotel manager, tasked with oversight of the 1,000-room resort’s business and
May 09, 2023
8 Offsite Event Venues That Make Portland Meetings Shine
While Portland, Oregon, has everything a planner would desire in a meetings destination, including 255,000 square feet of space at the Oregon