WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger & Instagram Merge
If, like many planners, you use WhatsApp as the communication platform for your events, this article is for you.
Memphis Paves Way for New Convention Center Digs
Construction began in December on a major overhaul of almost every inch of the Memphis Convention Center’s interior and exterior.
Caesars Announces First Hotel Under Its New Non-Gaming Brand
Caesars Republic Scottsdale, located in Arizona, will be Caesars Entertainment Corporation's first non-gaming hotel in the U.S.
Melia Reinvents INNSIDE Brand, Still Caters to Millennials
Melia Hotels International has big news: It’s reinventing the INNSIDE by Melia lifestyle brand to include resort destinations.
Meeting Planners Name Their Favorite Airports
We asked some of our favorite meeting planner road warriors to name their favorite airports—and what makes them so special
Flu Season Takes a Turn for the Worst
If you have an event scheduled during flu season or one that includes US attendees traveling abroad, here are a few quick tips for keeping the flu at bay.
Air Traffic Controllers Issue Warning as Shutdown Continues
Planners who were already concerned about air travel issues have more reason to be now, as air traffic controllers issued a warning about the safety of the nation’s aviation system.
What National Parks & Museums Might Be Closed During the Shutdown
Planners should check out what national parks and museums are closed due to the shutdown, especially if they planned a meeting around them.
Meeting Planners Unite Reboots
A new name and energized mission defies the one-year anniversary of the planner commission cuts that rocked the meetings industry.
Gaylord Moves Westward With Colorado Debut
Colorado has some exciting new meetings digs now that the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center officially opened last month.
Marriott Launches New Loyalty Brand
“Marriott Bonvoy marks an evolution in travel because it represents more than a loyalty program.”
What Meeting Planners Can Do as Brexit Nears
With still no plan in place and the March 29 Brexit deadline fast approaching, a “no-deal” Brexit is becoming a very real possibility.
How the Government Shutdown Can Affect Meetings
We’re four weeks into the government shutdown (now the longest in history), so the question remains, what exactly does this mean for meetings?
ECPAT-USA Launches Anti-Trafficking Training for Meeting Professionals
Because January is Human Trafficking Awareness & Prevention Month, what better time to talk about the new anti-trafficking training launched by ECPAT-USA?













