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Ways to Help Hurricane Victims

So far, United AIrlines has committed over 7 million bonus miles to customers and matched $300,000 in donations.

In Maui, You’ll Get Innovative Meetings Wrapped In Warm Aloha Spirit

The Incentive Research Foundation's (IRF) latest annual conference wowed over 200 incentive planners with Maui's aloha spirit.

The New Grand Hyatt Baha Mar Offers a New Take on Luxury

Spanning 600 acres in Nassau, The Bahamas, the newly opened Grand Hyatt Baha Mar is already capturing groups with its own brand of luxury.
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Boulders Resort & Spa Gets Southwestern Design to Reflect Heritage

The 160-casita Boulders Resort & Spa continues to offer a fresher look for groups after completing a multimillion-dollar renovation.
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Caribbean Reels From Hurricane Irma

In the British Virgin Islands, “The destruction caused by Hurricane Irma has been devastating,” reported Sharon Flax-Brutus, director of tourism for the British Virgin Islands. Few resorts report that they’ll be open this fall.
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Florida Recovers From Hurricane Irma

Key West Mayor Craig Cates has targeted the start of Fantasy Fest—a 10-day festival that starts October 20—as the goal to officially reopen to tourists.

Cultural Group Programming Is on the Rise in Macao

Cultural group programming abounds in Macao, the "Las Vegas of the East," which is also home to 20 UNESCO World Heritage sites.

Nose-to-Nose Meetings Surpass ‘Business As Usual’ in New Zealand

This is the norm for New Zealand business events: a sense of place and authenticity that “entices people to do things beyond the conferences they are here for,” explains Tourism New Zealand’s Director of Trade and Major Events, Rene de Monchy.
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3 Quirky Events Highlight Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina’s New Space

Of course, San Diego is known for hosting Comic-Con International, the annual comic convention that brings about 10,000 attendees to the city each year.

New Name for FICP: Financial & Insurance Conference Professionals

The name change to Financial & Insurance Conference Professionals mirrors a similar name change several years ago by MPI, from Meeting Planners International to Meeting Professionals International.
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Meeting Professionals International Sets Up Disaster Relief Fund for Hurricane Harvey Victims

So far, Meeting Professionals International has raised $1,422 of its $15,000 goal for members who are victims of Hurricane Harvey.
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5 Not-to-Be-Missed Educational Sessions at IMEX America

It’s officially that time of year again when meeting planners and other meetings industry professionals will gather in Las Vegas for IMEX America.

Add “Gust-o” to Your Windy City Meetings With These Ideas

An increase in MICE programs is adding new dimensions to Chicago’s cultural side while also giving a gust of revenue to the Windy City.
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What’s New in Baltimore for Groups?

“New developments in Baltimore are transforming its horizon, both literally and figuratively."