Johnalee Johnston
Embracing the Past Leads to a Highly Eclectic Meetings & Events Scene in Birmingham
"Every night of the week, the city hums with live music—live theatre, symphony performances and other entertainment fill the evening hours.”
Natural & Man-Made Marvels Reveal Ingenuity of Art & Ice in Sweden
"We make something out of frozen water, and after a few months, it melts back to its former state, rejoining the river from where it came.”
Tweaks on Old Traditions Innovate Mexico Meetings
Innovation has its own rhythm in Mexico. Tweaks on time-tested traditions—from ancient cooking techniques to tea baths—make local experiences and customs new again for Mexico meetings.
The NH Hotel Group Debuts 3D Telepresence Technology
Can you tell who's real and who is a holograph?
Authentic & Eccentric Experiences in Sweden
Sweden boasts 15 UNESCO World Heritage sites while also being a mecca for avant-garde fashion and sustainable design.
New York Meetings at 1,250 Feet in the Air
The 9,000-sf venue offers floor-to-ceiling panoramic views of New York and its most iconic sites.
Welcome to Austin! (But Please Don’t Move Here)
"Tech companies see us as a great incubator. The university is a great source of employment and a new medical school will also be a great source for testing out medical products—the tech industry is embracing that as well.”
Disney Opens First Theme Park in Mainland China
Plans for a number of new attractions, entertainment and hotels were let loose by Disney this past August at D23 Expo 2015, held at the Anaheim Convention Center.
Cuba Voluntourism
As one of the fastest growing trends in travel, voluntourism, or social impact travel, has become a viable option for groups seeking immersive, hyperlocal experiences in exotic destinations.
Grupo Posadas Expands Into U.S. Market
Mexico’s largest hotel operator has embarked on its first international expansion with five properties set for Miami, Washington, D.C., Los Angeles, Houston and Chicago beginning in 2017.
We Called It! Airbnb Moves into Mainstream Hospitality
San Francisco has become the first US city to forge a partnership with home rental service provider Airbnb.
Global Wellness Summit Draws Visionaries to Mexico City
Months ahead of its ninth annual conference, the 2015 Global Wellness Summit (GWS) is already expected to draw a record turnout to Mexico City.
Miami Beach’s Klima Offers Groups a Taste of Barcelona
Corporate groups seeking a sophisticated dining experience will not be disappointed in Klima, a trendy restaurant and bar that debuted earlier this year in Miami Beach.
Historic Landscapes & Cultural Diversity Ensure a Story for Every Flavor in Navarra, Spain
“The pincho experience, [chiquiteo], goes beyond food—it’s about friendship, getting together and sharing a conversation."
