Destinations

Destinations

AC Hotel National Harbor, Marriott

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.
Santa Fe meetings, meeting planning

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.
Cobo Center, Detroit

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.
voluntourism, Fathom

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.
Singapore Business Events

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.
The Carolina Inn

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.”
Finca

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.”
Virginia, Hampton

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.
Grand Fiesta Americana Coral Beach Cancun, Laura Robles

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.
Sunlover Reef Cruises

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.”
District 28

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.
China, etiquette, meeting in China

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.
Austin, Hyatt Regency Austin, Texas

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.