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Industry News

Marriott International, Starwood, loyalty rewards programs, rewards programs

Marriott & Starwood Finally Merging Rewards Programs

Ever since Marriott International officially acquired Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide in September 2016, the two have been figuring out how to merge their loyalty rewards programs—and now they’re finally beginning the process.
Prevue, meetings

Looking for Meeting Industry Research? Look No Further

If you're looking for meeting industry research on topics ranging from Duty of Care to Experiential Meetings to Wellness, check out our online research page.
hotel rates, meetings

How High Are Hotel Rates and Airfares Going in 2018?

Higher hotel rates and airfares are forecast for 2018, according to the 2018 Meetings & Events Future Trends report by CWT.
data privacy, technology, GDPR, California Vermont, data, data security

Data Privacy Laws Rev Up in California & Vermont

There seems to be no end to the buzzing data privacy conversation—and now it’s revving up again in the states of Vermont and California.

Watch the Caesars Forum Groundbreaking Live

Watch the Caesars Forum ground breaking event live and get the inside scoop on the 550,000-sf center with a virtual tour.
robot, Pechanga, Hilton, technology, robot concierge, airport

3 Ways Robots Are Redefining Hospitality

Here are at least three ways that robots are redefining hospitality as we know it.  
Teneo Hospitality Group, audiovisual, Wi-Fi, meeting concerns, planner concerns,

New Poll Highlights Planners’ Biggest Concerns

Teneo Hospitality Group released information last week from a poll of meeting planners who shared their biggest concerns.
New TSA Rules, meetings

Skip the Snacks? New TSA Rules Will Make It Harder for Attendees

New TSA rules targeting powders, snacks and clutter will mean increasing scrutiny and more time at the X-ray machine for your attendees.
voco, IHG, upscale brand, InterContinental Hotels Group

IHG Launches New Upscale Hotel Brand: voco

IHG announced its latest hotel brand, voco, which will bring more upscale offerings to meeting planners.
pop-up event

Make Your Pop-Up Event a Success

When it comes to pop-up events, don’t disappoint with anything less than extraordinary and innovative.

Royal Caribbean Acquires Majority Stake in Silversea Cruises

The cruise giant is poised to make a giant splash in luxury and expedition cruising.
human trafficking, meetings

Signs of Human Trafficking to Look Out for This Summer

Learn the signs that could indicate an individual is being trafficked, and what to do if you see an incidence of human trafficking.
IRF Invitational, meeting

On Site at the IRF Invitational at The Grand at Moon Palace

The proceeds from the live and silent action fund the IRF's research all year long.
Vegas Strike, Vegas employees, Las Vegas, Culinary Workers Union, MGM, Caesars

Vegas Strike: Negotiations Continue with Deadline Approaching

Meeting planners organizing an event in Las Vegas may be in for a surprise next month as casino employees anticipate a strike that could be very costly to major Las Vegas resorts and casinos located on the Strip.