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Melia Punta Cana Beach, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, renovations, Caribbean

Melia Brings More Adults-Only Concepts to the Dominican Republic

Meeting planners looking for more adults-only options in the Dominican Republic will appreciate that the Melia Caribe Tropical is undergoing a transformation that caters to just that.
Alila, Two Roads Hospitality, Cambodia, Indonesia, Bali

3 Experiences from Alila for Incentive Groups Escaping Winter

These three experiences from Alila will take your incentive program to the next level, with personalized excursions and over-the-top accommodations.
InterContinental San Diego, San Diego, California, new hotels

New InterContinental San Diego Enhances the City’s Meetings Mix

The recent opening of the 400-room InterContinental San Diego will help out any planners in need of more space when meeting in this sunny destination.
Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority, Tourism Advancement Program, Miami Beach, Miami, Florida,

Miami Beach Incentivizes Cultural Events With New Grant Program

The Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority (MBVCA) announced four new grants as part of its new Tourism Advancement Program in an effort to enhance the city’s cultural tourism efforts.
Naples Grande Beach Resort, Florida, renovation, Royal Palm Ballroom, Frank Cavella

Naples Grande Beach Resort Enhances Meeting Tech & Design

The 474-room Naples Grande Beach Resort in Florida debuts a transformation to its 83,000 sf of meeting space on Sept. 23.
DIY mixology, scent concierge, robot butler, hotel amenities

3 Hotel Amenities Planners Didn’t Even Know They Needed

Whether you’re looking for a certain smell, the latest F&B fad or a new technology, here are three hotel amenities that planners and their attendees didn’t even know they needed.
AmaWaterways

AmaWaterways Unveils New Ship and Enhanced Excursions

AmaWaterways announces newest and most innovative ships, as well as expanded wellness program and immersive cultural excursions.
Saint Lucia

Saint Lucia Hosts First MICE FAM Event

Saint Lucia Tourism Authority has held a MICE familiarization trip for buyers to experience the island and its attractions on behalf of their clients.
Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort, Lake Buena Vista, Florida, Orlando, hotel renovation, hotel expansion

Disney Resort’s Latest Hotel Tower Will Cater to Groups

Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., will be under construction again, and the makeover includes a new tower that caters to groups.
Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa, Maui, Hawaii, culture, tradition, renovations, hotel renovations

Sheraton Maui Honors Tradition in New Renovation

In time to celebrate its 55th anniversary, Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa in Hawaii recently completed a $26.5 million renovation in July.
Belleview Inn, Florida, hotel renovation, historic hotel

Florida’s First West Coast Hotel Reimagined as Belleview Inn

Florida’s first West Coast hotel is being brought back to its original grandeur as the reimagined Belleview Inn, set to debut later this year.
Melia Coco Beach, Puerto Rico, Caribbean, hotel renovation, hotel reopening, Hurricane Irma, Hurricane Maria

Melia Coco Beach Set to Reopen in Puerto Rico

Melia Coco Beach will reopen in Puerto Rico on Dec. 15 after a multimillion-dollar renovation that combines the local culture with Melia’s premium services.
Mauna Lani Bay Hotel & Bungalows: Cultural performance for Turtle Independence Day at Mauna Lani Resort

Spirituality Unfolds at Mauna Lani Bay Hotel & Bungalows

For nearly 30 years, Mauna Lani Bay Hotel & Bungalows has received environmentally threatened green sea turtles from Oahu’s Sea Life Park, raised them and released back into the wild.
Humboldt Forum, Berlin, Germany, Europe, culture, arts

4 New Cultural Venues for Groups Meeting in Berlin

These four venues are all scheduled to debut in Berlin in the next year, offering attendees a glimpse into the city's booming cultural arts scene.