Salem, Oregon, delivers nature, culture and convenience for meeting planners.
Mississippi’s Magnolia Charm
Convention Centers: The Upgrade List
The Four-Letter Word That Will Save Your Sanity
Meetings That Matter
Mississippi’s Magnolia Charm
Mississippi’s small towns are known for their culinary chops, rich musical legacy and outdoor adventures, making them prime locations for meeting groups.
Convention Centers: The Upgrade List
These new and improved convention centers deserve your attention.
The Four-Letter Word That Will Save Your Sanity
Amanda Gore shares how a simple four-letter albeit made up word can save your sanity, even in your craziest moments as a meeting planner.
Meetings That Matter
Insiders share ideas for increasing your event’s community impact.
Destinations
Meydenbauer Convention Center to Debut Center Hall Remodel in Fall 2026
Meydenbauer Convention Center is preparing for an exciting new chapter. Coming in early Fall 2026, the venue will unveil a remodeled Center Hall, bringing refreshed finishes, modern enhancements and an elevated guest experience to the largest column-free ballroom in Bellevue, Washington.
Wish You Were Here: Host Your Meeting in Oxford, Mississippi
Oxford, Mississippi, has long been a place defined by creativity and enduring culture. For meeting planners, it offers a setting that combines walkability, distinctive venues and a strong sense of place.
Indiana’s Sports Venues
Indiana's is a mecca for meeting planners. These sports venues offer added opportunities for attendees to watch games, take tours or get up out of their seats for some friendly competition.
Indiana’s Signature Hotels
Here are a handful of signature Indiana hotels that offer a little something different — and deliver some big surprises.
Sioux City, Naturally
Sioux City, Iowa, is located at the convergence of Iowa, Nebraska, and South Dakota, making it a Midwestern destination where people naturally gather.
More Meetings in the Cards for Aurora Area
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Meeting Ideas
Compelling Campuses
These colleges and universities make great meeting hosts.
I-75 Access: Great Venues, North to South
From Michigan to Florida, there’s lots to discover along I-75.
Faith-Friendly Cities
These destinations are ideal for faith-based meetings.
Meet Under Texas Skies
Texas’ diverse landscapes give planners plenty of outdoor event options, these outdoor venues from around the Lone Star State add an element of serenity or sport to even the most urban environments.
Come to Work, Stay to Play
Gone are the days of all work and no play. These destinations are riding the ‘bleisure’ wave.
Sports Venues Now Playing
These new venues have great potential for sports events.
Planning Tools
Tech Talk with Gen Z
Rachel Crick recently spoke with Ashlen Rosenbaum, scientific program manager for the Pediatric Academic Societies, on sourcing and implementing new tech for event planning.
Meeting Leaders: Jen Totten
Check out meeting tips and insights from Jen Totten, founder and CEO of Meet Us.
Kick-starting Creativity
It takes more than caffeine to fuel an imaginative mind.
Booking Better Speakers
Experts share tips for maximizing return on your keynotes.
Meeting Leaders: Gina Scarpetta
Check out meeting tips and insights from Gina Scarpetta, vice president of sales for Experience Champaign-Urbana in Illinois.
Add History to the Agenda
These historic sites will inspire attendees.
Meeting News
Omni Mount Washington Resort & Spa Announces Property-Wide Renovation
Omni Mount Washington Resort & Spa — in the heart of New Hampshire’s White Mountains — recently announced an extensive, property-wide renovation that reimagines every aspect of the guest experience, including all 200 rooms in the hotel’s historic wing. The renovation is scheduled for completion this summer.
Developer Secures $103M Financing for Hyatt Regency Ontario Transformation
The Ontario Airport Hotel & Conference Center in Ontario, California, is transforming into Hyatt Regency Ontario Airport, a fully reimagined destination including a comprehensive room redesign, new dining experiences and refreshed meeting spaces.
The Luce Opens as St. Pete Beach’s Newest Coastal Retreat
The Luce, the highly anticipated new addition to St. Pete Beach, Florida, opened its doors earlier this summer. Now part of Marriott’s Tribute Portfolio, The Luce has been transformed into an unforgettable destination that integrates the endless sunshine, eclectic culture, and laid-back sophistication of Florida’s Gulf Coast.
Embassy Suites by Hilton Franklin Cool Springs Completes Full Renovation
Atrium Hospitality recently announced the completion of a full-property renovation at Embassy Suites by Hilton Franklin Cool Springs in Franklin, Tennessee.
Owensboro Uncovered
Planners delight in Owensboro's offerings at the 2026 Small Market Meetings Summit.
Tempo by Hilton Savannah Now Open in the Heart of the Historic District
The Tempo by Hilton Savannah Historic District recently opened on the Savannah Riverfront. The property marks Tempo by Hilton’s debut in Georgia.
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