North America

North America

Groups Get An Unexpected Dose of Adrenaline in Palm Springs

Racing BMWs was just one highlight of our “Summer Chill Destination Experience,” hosted by the Greater Palm Springs CVB.
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GBTA Poll Shows Travel Ban Will Affect U.S. Meetings

Not only do travel professionals see the ban affecting tourism to the U.S., but also having the potential to affect American travelers abroad.

Colorado Wilderness Experience Inspires Tranquility & A Bit of Nostalgia

A private, five-mile stretch of the Tarryall River summons tranquility, clarity and a bit of nostalgia and the groups who embark on this fly-fishing retreat at The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs are likely seeking just that.
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Visit These National Parks While the Gettin’s Good

Because of severe staffing shortages, seven historic sites in Philadelphia’s Independence National Historic Park will shutdown in the coming months.
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5 Unexpected Texan Experiences

For a fun foodie experience, Susie’s South Forty Candy Factory in Midland is the Guinness World Record-Holder for the largest piece of toffee.

Experience the Shadowy World of Espionage in DC

The history and mystery of the U.S. government is on full display at the International Spy Museum.
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5 Disney Springs Hotels Attract Groups with 2017 Meeting Packages

Five of the seven Disney Springs Resort Area Hotels are currently offering deals for meetings looking to explore the new waterfront Disney Springs area.
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Wellness Takes Center Stage at Salamander Hotels

“Planners are constantly seeking out wellness-centric experiences to encourage mental and physical well-being among attendees."

New Developments Amid the Storied Holes of Pebble Beach Resorts

The Monterey Peninsula hints at what golfing groups can expect from Pebble Beach courses: twists, turns and jaw dropping dramatic backdrops.

Q&A: Why Daytona Beach Groups Are Choosing Ocean Center

Groups meeting in Daytona Beach have the option of a 205,000-sf complex just steps from the beach in Ocean Center.
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3 Fun Activities for All Ages

Millennials might snub their noses at golf, while many aging Boomers prefer to skip the adrenaline-pumping activities on the agenda. We turned to experts in three cities—Atlanta, Greenville and Naples—for ideas.

Pamper Top-Performing Attendees With an Extended Wellness Program

A single week of mind, body and spirit pampering can have a profound effect on the overall well-being of your attendees.
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New Hotels Put Chattanooga on the Meetings Map

Much quirkier, the hotel’s new owners plan to restore the hotel’s haunted room 311 to what it would have looked like in 1926.
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4 Active Retreats for Wellness-Focused Groups

Attendees will especially enjoy the spider monkeys climbing around the property.