Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

More Meeting Space Than Ever Before Across Mexico, three luxurious hotels offer an extensive selection of renovated, expanded meeting space and stylish, restful suites. If you’re headed to the popular destination of Cabo, know that you’ll have access to the most meeting space in the region. rooftop venue is the highest in Cabo.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 26, 2024

1 meetings destination in the U.S., continues to embrace new and returning meeting and convention groups in 2024 with new or expanded accommodations and venues. of flexible indoor-outdoor meeting space. of flexible indoor-outdoor meeting space. Orlando, Cvent’s No. event center.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 17, 2024

Sparkling beaches, rich culture and enticing cuisine await All across Mexico, new and renovated resorts offer an unforgettable atmosphere for a flawless destination meeting. The property centers its commitment to offering guests a completely carefree stay, with pristine beaches and a range of activities from yoga classes to water sports.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Across the board, new meeting spaces make for premium, curated events. New and renovated meeting spaces and hotels debut with immersive experiences in mind. Virtual Reality takes center stage in Orlando, where attendees can meet and celebrate like never before. The two-floor venue spans 9,000 sq.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 19, 2022

Ponte Vedra offers a wide array of meeting and event spaces. of indoor and outdoor venues span the historic property. Three flexible meeting rooms totaling 5,710 sq. South of ROOST Tampa is the Garrison Channel with Amalie Arena , an indoor sport and concert venue, overlooking the water. More than 75,000 sq.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 15, 2023

What elements should meeting planners look for when sourcing to forge better group connections With the focus on the return of meetings, many meeting planners are seeking unforgettable locations for their next event that will provide ease and accessibility for their attendees.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 27, 2021

That was the largest audience for a PGA final round in three years, with some 13 million tuning in earlier in the broadcast, according to CBS Sports. Those numbers illustrate the popularity of a hybrid experience that is a growing part of the meetings and conventions infrastructure. We are not just a guest-room brand,” Surrette said.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Spooky experiences and haunted hotels for a Halloween meeting like no other Spooky season is here! If you have a Halloween-themed meeting coming up, look no further than these hotels that put forward the very best of the season. of inspiring meeting venues, it’s a prime destination for an invigorating and exciting Halloween meeting.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 15, 2023

When the $520 million opened the first week in May, it was hailed by the meetings industry as a “game-changer.” Smart Meetings : Which came first: the PGA move to Frisco or the resort opening? How is Omni PGA Frisco Resort a game changer for meeting planners both in and beyond the world of golf? They are experts at that.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

You might want to take a second look at big city venues, where the access is convenient, amenities are abundant and hotel partners are eager to welcome you back. of meeting space. When it comes to protocols, fortunately we are in New York, where the Key to New York mandate requires that all meeting attendees are vaccinated.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

The solution for easing fears of breakthrough Covid cases and holding the attention of Zoom-fatigued attention spans may be as simple as stepping outside the ballroom for meeting inspiration. Following are stirring ways to breath fresh air into meetings and a bonus idea for when Mother Nature has other plans. Bonus: Simulated Swings.

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Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Louisville’s unique brand of Southern hospitality will make your next meeting memorable. Convention Centers There are many venues for planning your next meeting in Louisville, including two convention centers. Easy Access Your meeting attendees will have no problem traveling to Louisville. Here’s some of what you’ll find.

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Convene by PCMA

MARCH 20, 2024

When the meetings are over, there is so much to do in Louisville, affectionately known as Bourbon City. Your attendees can enjoy the booming Bourbon scene, renowned restaurants, exciting arts and entertainment venues and historical and cultural experiences. There are many spots to enjoy Bourbon tasting in Louisville.

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Convene by PCMA

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Canyon on Third offers 80,000 square feet of transformative outdoor space at Phoenix Convention Center & Venues. But its talents extend way beyond the court, making this venue a top pick for meeting planners scouting locations for all kinds of gatherings.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 10, 2022

You’ll find meeting and event space other places but what you won’t find is all we offer at MGM Resorts. At MGM Resorts, we accepted the challenge of ensuring that our meeting experiences and options are not only robust and plentiful but inspirational as well. Mandalay Bay Beach is one of the most exciting event venues in Las Vegas.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 11, 2021

For those who love the outdoors, there await adventures such as an 18-hole golf course, biking, tennis, 10 swimming pools and a sports club. Ten meeting rooms and nearly 10,000 sq. of meeting space are on offer. More : New and Renovated: Metropolitan Meetings. Raffles The Palm Dubai.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Venues around the world reveal groundbreaking debuts Pioneering venues make the meeting world go round. Luxury like you so far have only imagined pops up in new and renovated hotels and venues in Tokyo, coastal Mexico and London. appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 1, 2018

But with 10 major league professional sports teams, two new stadiums, and an all-star lineup of major events coming to the city, L.A. But Los Angeles is unique in that it already offers a full roster of incredible, state-of-the-art venues, iconic stadiums and one of the world’s premier airports. is looking a lot sportier these days.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 11, 2024

Additionally, Harrah’s expands its culinary offerings with new restaurants including Bobby’s Burgers by Bobby Flay, PizzaCake by Buddy Valastro, and Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux. Meeting Space Harrah’s Las Vegas boasts 25,000 sq. of impressive meeting space, featuring the expansive 12,000 sq.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

But did you know many also offer prime meeting spaces? Some even operate as part of a hospitality program—so hosting an event on-campus doubles as support for the next generation of event professionals while leveraging the nostalgia of these storied venues. in the September issue of Smart Meetings magazine.

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NOVEMBER 22, 2023

From a planner’s point of view, hosting an event at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas is a clear win: The world-class event venue has 724,000+ square feet of contiguous exhibit space; versatile meeting spaces and ballrooms; and even more on the horizon with an expansion beginning construction in 2024.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 12, 2022

Known around the globe as the “Biggest Little City in the World,” Reno, Nevada, offers a high-end experience with unlimited potential that can elevate meetings to new heights. Reno has recently undergone a renaissance with many meeting venues having upgraded their facilities, alongside citywide improvements guaranteed to inspire.

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DECEMBER 18, 2023

Consistently one of the top destinations in the country for meetings and conventions because of its unique venues, unrivaled connectivity, and rich local talent pool—Los Angeles also offers a diversity of neighborhoods , local culture, dining, entertainment, and accommodation options that mean you never have to plan the same experience twice.

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Convene by PCMA

AUGUST 12, 2022

In their roles as venue executives, Patricia Muzquiz Cantor (from left), Joyce Leveston, Teri Orton, and Antonieta Gámez Sánchez are dealing with the talent crisis and its fallout. We have been working to build our staff levels back up as meetings and events continue again without restrictions. Jennifer N.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 7, 2022

In recent weeks, Oak View Group (OVG), a venue development and investment company for the sports and live entertainment industry, has been making moves throughout the industry, including several new hires and partnerships with technology companies and venues across the United States. Sustainability Is the GOAL.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 28, 2021

What does it mean to “meet smart” in a post-Covid-19 world? The recipe for a can’t-miss meeting starts with easy access and ample meetings and event space. The meetings and events pros in Las Vegas have been thinking about how to get everyone together safely for the last year, and they have developed some creative answers.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 28, 2021

What does it mean to “meet smart” in a post-Covid-19 world? The recipe for a can’t-miss meeting starts with easy access and ample meetings and event space. The meetings and events pros in Las Vegas have been thinking about how to get everyone together safely for the last year, and they have developed some creative answers.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Forget quiet luxury, Las Vegas goes big on experiences and a quartet of new entries to the venue menu prove the point. of meeting space surrounded by over-the-top art, dining and entertainment. Since opening, Rubio has seen a major uptick in corporate meetings, particularly in the IT, fintech, medical, and incentive trip sectors.

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DECEMBER 1, 2023

Organizers will have their pick of well-equipped meeting facilities as well, ranging from ornate, historic theaters to modern, purpose-built convention centers. Below, a roundup of ideas for organizers to incorporate into their next meeting program in Madrid. For more information, visit the Madrid Convention Bureau.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 7, 2023

Chicago sports a brand new, “witty” Hilton property, designed for business as well as pleasure. The renovation includes The Vinoy’s legendary Veranda, grand lobby, guest rooms, ballrooms and meeting spaces and international dining experiences as well as a new spa and wellness area. of meeting space and 22 meeting rooms.

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inVOYAGE

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Amidst its cultural gems and vibrant streets, Madrid boasts an array of unconventional venues that promise to elevate events from the ordinary to the unforgettable. Carry on reading and embark with us on a journey through the most inspiring and unexpected event venues across our much-loved Spanish capital.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

2023 Smart Meetings Catalyst Award winner and Tree-Fan Events CEO Anca Platon Trifan, CMP, DES, PMED, started a new group called “ Fit Mindful Mavens : Where Boardroom Brilliance Meets Fit Resilience” to help event producers manage their personal needs while advancing their careers.

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MeetingsNet

JULY 23, 2020

The push by meeting and event facilities to be known for implementing “the industry’s highest standards for cleaning and disinfecting” is in full swing. Effective communication between the venue and both event planners and attendees is part of the accreditation program as well. Besides those in L.A.

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Convene by PCMA

OCTOBER 6, 2023

That brutal attack was fresh on Lauren Parr’s mind as two protesters from the audience rushed and jumped on the stage as a plenary session was about to get underway at last year’s Fall Meeting of the American Geophysical Union (AGU) for Earth and planetary scientists at Chicago’s McCormick Place.

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Bizzaboo

JUNE 15, 2023

As the Live Music Capital of the World® , Austin offers a vibrant metro area with many remarkable event venues. This means you can find a venue that perfectly suits your event’s capacity and budgetary needs. The venue is composed of four distinct spaces.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Although we’ve already eclipsed the record handle, auto racing is a niche sport. Hotels and venues all along and across The Strip offered experiences and opportunities to watch the race, like Circa Resort & Casino, which decked out its Stadium Swim venue with racing décor and fan photo opps, and showed the race on its 143-foot screen.

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JULY 25, 2023

More than 9,000 years ago, Phoenix was overrun by mammoths and nomadic tribes and there wasn’t a Phoenix event venue in sight. If you’re looking to plan an event in this growing metropolis, you’ll want to take a peek at these 26 great Phoenix event venues. They market themselves as the meeting place for the culturally curious.

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