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Portrait of dorian gray in the lobby of the Dorian Hotel in Calgary

Interactivity Goes Wilde at The Dorian Hotel

The Dorian Hotel in Calgary, themed around Oscar Wilde’s The Picture of Dorian Gray, offers guests a uniquely Wilde interactive experience.
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Create Community Connection With an Indigenous Art Tour

One cool way attendees can connect with the local community’s history and creative life is by participating in an indigenous art tour.
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U.S. Still Top Association Meeting Destination

The U.S. still holds more association meetings than any other country, according to the latest ICCA GlobalWatch report. But no U.S. cities made the top 10 list.
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Which U.S. Cities Are Safest for LGBTQ+ Travelers?

The misterb&b’s Queer Safety Index details which American cities are safest for LGBTQ+ attendees in 2025.
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New Partnership Brings VR Wellness to Events

Novobeing and Olympian partner to bring immersive VR and therapeutic technology to meetings and events.
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Book Review: How We Gather Matters

How We Gather Matters is is a can’t-put-it-down page-turner that will make you rethink not just how you plan events, but how your events can change the world.
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Exclusive: Pro Cost-Saving Tips, Part 1

Prevue recently tapped Innov8 Meeting & Events’ Cheryl Payne to learn some innovative cost-saving tips.
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Exclusive: Pro Cost-Saving Tips, Part 2

Looking for cost-saving tips you can use when negotiating with hotels about fees, surcharges and AV? Here are some strategies from Innov8's Cheryl Payne.

Authentic Indigenous Inclusion Deepens Cultural Connections

Including the area's indigenous community provides attendees with a deeper experience and a closer connection to local culture and history. 
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The Battle Against Hidden Hotel Fees Heats Up

Hidden hotel fees aren’t new, but they are increasingly irksome — and legislators are working on a fix for the situation.

Sustainability Takes Center Stage at IMEX Frankfurt 2025

For IMEX Frankfurt 2025, sustainability is a central strategy, not a side story.

Foodie Tour with True Local Flavor

Foodie tours are popping up in almost every city nowadays — and most give a good sampling of local fares. But for not all provide the opportunity to eat like an insider.
Sedona Mago Center for Well-Being and Retreat in Sedona, Ariz., provides an ideal setting for corporate retreats looking for a meaningful and impactful experience.

8 Sweet Corporate Retreat Venues

Whether you need a sandy sanctuary or a luxe urban getaway, here are eight venues tailor-made for corporate retreats.
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Why You Need to Hold a Corporate Retreat in 2025

Several converging trends make corporate retreats more important than ever — but choose your venue carefully to ensure your retreat achieves your strategic goals.