4 Reasons Why Costa Rica Is the Value Destination for 2017
Costa Rica’s diverse inventory of brand and boutique hotels, along with its rich natural attributes, are thrusting the country forward as a value destination for groups.
Hard Rock Will Roll into Costa Rica Next Year
The Hard Rock brand’s foray into the country will include a 294-room modern retreat on the Papagayo Peninsula.
4 Active Retreats for Wellness-Focused Groups
Attendees will especially enjoy the spider monkeys climbing around the property.
5 UNESCO World Heritage Sites that Reflect Colombian Culture
The park’s wild landscape melds well with the unique artistic styles of the sculptures that range from abstract to realist.
Thoughtful Contracts Can Protect Against Zika Damages
“In our case, Zika did not fall under force majeure. We ended up staying with our original resort and moving the meeting to September, which is the end of winter there."
Experiences Over Things Marks New Direction for Barcelo Hotel Group
A new focus on culture and tradition ensures there is no shortage of authentic cultural experiences to be had with Barcelo Hotels & Resorts.
Tiptoe Through the Orchids & Other Quito To-Dos
Settling into the local life has become a sought-after luxury for attendees, and Norma Bock, meeting industry director for the Quito Tourism Board, says this culturally rich destination in the Andes is happy to deliver.
Metropolitan Convention Center to Put Quito, Ecuador on Meetings Map
While Quito already attracts international visitors as the first city to be named a World Heritage Cultural Site by UNESCO in 1978, this new convention center will help put Quito more on the meetings map.
5 Reasons to Meet in Buenos Aires—Now
A city with a thriving cultural life and rich artistic heritage, Buenos Aires is the first partner to take on the Art Basel Cities initiative.
Crowne Plaza Transforms Its Brand
Crowne Plaza's new Plaza Workspaces are flexible lobby-based meeting areas for solo workers or groups of up to 10 people.
Meeting Planners Eye Panama as Convention Centers Develop
Panama is rapidly entering the meetings market with the new Amador Convention Center opening in Panama City.
Marriott Celebrates Latin America with Latest Promotion
Groups booking the 168 participating hotels throughout the Caribbean, Mexico, Central and South America will be eligible for the booking promotion this fall.
Bespoke is Big Business for Barcelo & Melia
Barcelo Hotel Group and Melia Hotels & Resorts have made significant investments in brand restructures that will deliver even more options to planners.
The Birthplace of the Theory of Evolution Inspires Teams to Evolve, Too
In the Galapagos Islands, the birthplace of the theory of evolution inspires teams to evolve, too.
