Live From MPI WEC: Frank Passanante on Big Happenings at Hilton

Meetings Today's Tyler Davidson sits down with Hilton Worldwide Senior Vice President of Worldwide Sales Americas Frank Passanante about some big

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Arkansas Racing and Gaming Property Expands, Plus 3 Other New and Renovated Southern Hotels

Stay up to date on the latest venue openings and property renovations, including these found in the South.Arkansas In late April,

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Cvent and Encore Partner to Help Make Virtual and Hybrid Event Planning Process Easier

Although the return of in-person meetings is ramping up, that doesn’t mean hybrid and virtual events are being left in the dust—if this announcement

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Where to Gather Outdoors in New Jersey

In May, “with COVID-19 numbers trending decisively in the right direction and New Jersey progressing toward its adult-age vaccination goals,” Gov.

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10 Standout Hotel Renovations in the U.S. for 2021

As both leisure and business travel begins to bounce back in the U.S. following higher vaccination rates and loosened restrictions, travelers may

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3 Major California Destinations Eager for June 15 Reopening

Sighs of relief are being let out throughout California as the world’s fifth-largest economy will essentially

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Welcome back to the Austin Convention Center!

The Austin Convention Center team is incredibly excited to welcome you back to the facility with our Global Biorisk Advisory Council® (GBAC) STAR™

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Game On! World of Concrete Ushers in Re-Opening of Vegas West Hall Convention Center

Las Vegas is back in the large in-person convention business big time, with Informa Markets’ World of Concrete leading the way. Its June 8-10

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Ribbon cutting at World of Concrete 2021, Las Vegas Convention Center West Hall expansion.

Details on the Newly Opened Virgin Hotels Las Vegas

In its heyday, off-Strip Hard Rock Hotel and Casino (1995-2020) was the place to party like a rock star. The Rolling Stones played here twice. The

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Exterior Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, Curio Collection by Hilton

MindfulLee Speaking: The Holistic Life

Editor’s note: This is the first installment of our new "MindfulLee Speaking" wellness column, authored by frequent Meetings Today

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Wynn Resorts CEO Matthew Maddox Talks Leadership and Pandemic Lessons

Wynn Resorts CEO Matthew Maddox has held a series of key leadership positions in the company since its founding, and took the helm from Steve Wynn to

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Colorado Springs Has Undergone a Mountain of Changes for Its Meetings Offerings

Some things in Colorado Springs, Colorado, never seem to change or disappoint, with five-star historic resorts such as

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Las Vegas Leaders Share Stories of Managing COVID-19 and Welcoming Meetings Back

Co-hosted by Caesars Entertainment and the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) with partner support, the Global Meetings Industry Day

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GMID '21 at LVCC West Hall Expansion

Myrtle Beach Weathered the Pandemic Well, and Emerges With New Options

After opening back up in June 2020 following a spring pandemic shutdown, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, has weathered the pandemic relatively well,

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Myrtle Beach SkyWheel at sunset.

Hawaii Ends Inter-Island Travel Restrictions, Outlines Plan for Full Reopening

Both leisure and business travelers may soon see a significant shift in Hawai‘i’s pre-travel requirements—notable news for a state that has had some

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Waikiki Beach and Diamond Head, Honolulu, Oahu Island, Hawaii

New and Improved Meeting Offerings Set Las Vegas Up for Post-Pandemic Success

When Las Vegas went dark in March 2020, art gallery owner Tony Carnevale and his photographer friend John Mastrogiacomo set forth to “showcase the

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Behold the Highly Scalable Events Magic of Rob Lake

I love magic. From the first Hot List™ in 2001, magic has always been a part of the

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The Magic of Rob Lake ring of fire illusion.

EIC Unveils Sustainability Certificate Program

The Events Industry Council (EIC) launched a Sustainable Event Professional Certificate program (SEPC) that is eligible for CMP CEU credits. The

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Inside Allegiant Stadium’s Event Hosting Capabilities

From 1963 to 1991, immortal words, “Just win, baby!” from late coach-owner Al Davis inspired the former Oakland Raiders to achieve the best record in

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ASAE Selects Michelle Mason as Next President and CEO

Come September 1, a new face will lead ASAE. The association of associations selected Michelle Mason, currently the CEO of Chicago-based Association

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