AC Hotel Brings European Flair to National Harbor
A fireplace that almost feels as if it’s levitating, cozy seating and art books scattered about on coffee tables and shelves lend the common area the feeling of a living room.
National Book Festival Sparks Digital Conversation in Washington, D.C.
Another part the digital conversation was the Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington’s (RAMW) push to encourage attendees to combine their love for books and food.
Planner’s Pick: Art & Science in Santa Fe
Meeting in art-centric Santa Fe, N.M., might seem out of character for a group of neurotrauma scientists, but the city offered the perfect balance of right- and left-brain activities for attendees.
Inside Detroit’s Downtown Renaissance
The American Society for Association Executives (ASAE) rolled into Detroit last month to find a city in the midst of a restoration that is worthy of its storied 314-year history of innovation.
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.
Business Events in Singapore
As a dynamic gateway to Asia, Singapore’s pioneering edge and deep-rooted knowledge economy often facilitate first-in-Asia events.
Chapel Hill: Unabashedly Historic
“Chapel Hill has quickly emerged as a popular choice for small- to medium-sized meetings up to 300 because it is one of the few destinations that offer small town charm with big city flair.”
Salt Lake City’s Burgeoning Food Scene Continues to Impress
“Similar to our culture, the food scene is diverse, youthful, energetic and inextricably tied to the outdoors and the bounty that comes from such proximity to a real product.”
3 Must-Do’s in Hampton, Virginia
Events for up to 2,000 can be held at the Virginia Air & Space Center, which is the visitor center for NASA Langley Research Center and Langley Air Force Base.
Q&A: Fiesta Americana Grand Coral Beach Cancun
We spoke to Laura Robles, CMP, director of group sales for Fiesta Americana Grand Coral Beach Cancun, about how new innovations are enhancing the experiences of meeting attendees.
Experience Great Barrier Reef at Night, Visit Historic Manors in Australia
“We are really excited about this new venue, which will firmly place the Southern Highlands as a serious conferencing option and a premier function space for events and functions.”
Toronto’s Massive Overhauls Enhance Meetings Experience
In a mere 25 minutes, attendees can now reach several of Toronto’s downtown hotels, tourist attractions and business centers.
Meeting in China? 5 Etiquette Tips
If you are with a group, the most important member of the group typically enters the meeting room first. This same individual should also lead the meeting.
Hyatt Regency Austin Positions Itself as a Meetings Magnet
The hotel's location in the heart of the entertainment district means attendees don't have to go far to soak up the city's nightlife in nearby SoCo, the Warehouse District, 2nd Street and Sixth Street.


















