Jessie Fetterling
Planner’s Pick: On the Waterfront in Wilmington
Wilmington, North Carolina's evolving River District encourages repeat business for at least one local association.
Kentucky International Convention Center Preps for Big Debut
After undergoing $207 million in renovations and expansions, the Kentucky International Convention Center (KICC) in Louisville is gearing up for its big debut on Aug. 6.
Data Privacy Laws Rev Up in California & Vermont
There seems to be no end to the buzzing data privacy conversation—and now it’s revving up again in the states of Vermont and California.
Radisson Blu Hotel, Bruges Combines History & Business
Belgium’s commercial trade hub of Bruges will welcome the new Radisson Blu Hotel, Bruges next month.
The New Gin Craze Is Alcohol-Free
A burgeoning gin craze will give meeting planners even more reason to craft mocktails for those attendees who want the flavor of gin, minus the booze.
3 Ways Robots Are Redefining Hospitality
Here are at least three ways that robots are redefining hospitality as we know it.
3 Magic Schools Inspire Attendees to Say “Abracadabra”
Meeting planners can choose from a wide variety of schools across the globe where attendees can learn lessons in sorcery and tricks.
Biophilic Design Influences Hawaii’s New Westin Hapuna Beach Resort
The June 25 debut of The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort on Hawaii’s Big Island introduced a completely re-imagined property that underwent a $46 million renovation.
New Poll Highlights Planners’ Biggest Concerns
Teneo Hospitality Group released information last week from a poll of meeting planners who shared their biggest concerns.
Banyan Tree Expands in China & Malaysia
Banyan Tree is rapidly expanding its portfolio of about 40 resorts and hotels this year, with eight properties scheduled to debut under the Banyan Tree name in this second half of 2018.
3 Innovations Shaping Food & Beverage for Tomorrow’s Meetings
Growing food in labs and robots flipping burgers are just the beginning innovations that will shape the food and beverage available at future meetings.
Marriott Breaks Ground on New Bethesda Headquarters & Hotel
Marriott International broke ground on a new Marriott International headquarters and Marriott Hotel in downtown Bethesda, Md.
The Checklist Planners Dread to Send: How to Protect Against In-Flight Sexual Assault
Airlines and the employees who run them are speaking out on sexual harassment, especially with reported cases of in-flight sexual assault on the rise.
Iberostar Spotlights Montenegro with 2 New Hotel Openings
Iberostar Hotels & Resorts is investing in Montenegro n the form of two fully renovated hotels that recently opened under the Iberostar name.
