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Wyndham to Offer Wellness Guest Rooms in All Hotels

In a major move reflecting the meetings industry’s ever-increasing interest in health and…
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Destinations

Decidedly, Unmistakably LA

Perhaps above all, Los Angeles is known for its incredible diversity, as seen in everything from its population demographics to its array of hotels and culinary offerings.

15 Places to Go While in Indy for MPI WEC

When thousands of event professionals start lining up in Indy for MPI’s World Education Conference…

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Atlantis Meetings with Authentic Bahamian Experiences

Atlantis, Paradise Island is a lush, oceanside resort located on Paradise Island in The Bahamas.…

San Juan Island Offers Exciting Adventures

Perhaps your idea of an island meeting is less tropical and more whale-watching, biking and…

Meet You at the Beach House

A 60-pound fish can nearly pull a grown man into the sea. How do I know that? Because I watched as one of our party of five on a deep-sea fishing outing—with Brad…

Immerse Yourself in Eastern Canada

The Eastern Canadian cities of Montreal, Quebec City and Toronto offer planners a cornucopia of…

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Atlantis Meetings with Authentic Bahamian Experiences

Atlantis, Paradise Island is a lush, oceanside resort located on Paradise Island in The Bahamas.…

8 Dream Destinations to Host Your Memorial Day Weekend Event

Memorial Day is a time for symbols. We remember those we have lost and honor…

Germany Continues to Reign Supreme Internationally

Germany’s forward-thinking use of technology, industry expertise and innovative inventions is turning heads on site selection committees throughout the world. A number of recent studies have shown the country’s popularity as a meetings…

9 Vacation Spots to Consider from Travel Pulse’s Top Summer Destinations

Wondering where take your event to this summer? Travel Pulse has released their Top Summer…

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Atlantis Meetings with Authentic Bahamian Experiences

Atlantis, Paradise Island is a lush, oceanside resort located on Paradise Island in The Bahamas.…

European Cities Draw Most Medical Association Meetings, Says ICCA

The U.S. still dominates overall in hosting international association meetings, but Barcelona is the top…

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3 Lessons from #IMEX18 Day 1

As thousands of event professionals from all over the globe flooded the IMEX Frankfurt Expo halls on the first day of the international event, the opportunities for forging new connections, discovering the latest…

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Get to Know the Hyatt Convention Alliance

When you partner with the World of Hyatt Convention Alliance, you’re gaining more than access…

77 Countries to Celebrate Global Exhibitions Day

Seventy-seven countries from throughout the world, with the support of 41 associations, will celebrate the…

Lessons on Taking Action from Smart Woman Summit

What happens when you gather some of the most inspirational women in the meetings industry…

Sarah Moshman: Nevertheless, a Vivid Message for All the Extraordinary Women

At the Smart Woman Summit in Chicago, up-and-coming female producer Sarah Moshman debuted clips of her groundbreaking Nevertheless, a documentary due out in October with the goal of ending sexual harassment. And the…

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Get to Know the Hyatt Convention Alliance

When you partner with the World of Hyatt Convention Alliance, you’re gaining more than access…

Mastering Goal-Setting, Chicago Style

What’s the secret to reaching your goals even if everyone—including your high school guidance counselor—is…

Global Meetings Industry Day Brings The World Together

Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID) has arrived, with meetings industry professionals celebrating at more than…

Find Your Global Meetings Industry Day Celebration

Have you made plans yet for Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID) coming up Thursday, April 12? At Smart Meetings, we think it is the ideal excuse to bring people together to talk about…

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Get to Know the Hyatt Convention Alliance

When you partner with the World of Hyatt Convention Alliance, you’re gaining more than access…

How to Engage the Next Generation

United Way Guelph Wellington Dufferin’s leadership decided it needed to engage younger residents in community…

Snow Problem! Network Holds Event on Social Media Due to Blizzard

When Mother Nature gets in the way, event coordinators must make a tough call. Will…

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9 Inventive, Fun Cocktails to Enliven Your Gathering

Warmer weather has triggered a wave of desire throughout North America for light, bright seasonal…

6 Winning Sports and Music Halls of Fame

There’s no doubt that stories of champion athletes and famous musicians can be motivational. At…

Catch Your May Smart Style

These seven gifts are sure to put a spring in your step and open up…

8 Smart Moves—at Salamander, Hotel del Coronado and More

Smart Moves are being made in the hospitality industry as companies such as Salamander, Hotel del Coronado, Visit Oakland and more are recruiting and promoting new talents.

Meeting 2.0: 7 Tips for Planning a Meeting for a Techie Crowd

Every industry has its own distinct flavor, as any meeting planner can tell you. A…

Blessedly, Brunch

It all began as a hangover cure. In 1895, English writer Guy Beringer coined the…

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Fall in Love with Unique Venues on Florida’s Paradise Coast

Keeping your group engaged can be a daunting task when they find themselves meeting in…

Meeting Venues That Have Hosted Royal Family

Only a small fraction of the world’s population is born into royalty or marries into it. But, it is possible for everyone to meet at hotels and venues that have hosted members of…

Planner’s Guide to Adding the ‘Markle Sparkle’ to A Royal Party

Meeting professionals are turning to traditional English tea parties to create brilliant royal wedding celebrations…

Fashion Meets Function on the Meetings Circuit

Meeting professionals are expected to be a walking office-supply closet. And when a coordinator is…

How to Avoid Tech Wreck

Tech wreck. Otherwise known as online addiction. Can we agree it’s a problem? Good. That’s…

J.D. Devlin: Contracts Made Easy

Deciding what to include in a contract can be complicated. Which clauses are crucial and which can be left out? Do you really need an addendum? Lisa Sommer Devlin, founder of Devlin Law…

Q&A with Juan Vela, VP of Velas Resorts

We spoke to Juan Vela, vice president of Velas Resorts, to talk about how the…

The Smart Woman’s Guide

Smart women: this is our moment. And this is your guide. From five tips to…

Welcome to the Smart Woman Online Resource Guide

This is our moment. The work world is changing and the meetings and hospitality industries…

Q&A with David Bruce, Founder of Meeting Planners Unite

Meeting Planners Unite started as a reaction to Marriott International—and two months later, to Hilton Hotels & Resorts—when these hospitality giants cut third-party planner commissions. But it has already become so much more.…

JetBlue Helps Satisfy New York Pizza Cravings

People from the world over agree New York is known for its pizza and bagels.…

Save the Planet, One Straw at a Time

With Earth Day behind us, there is a strong buzz of new sustainability practices. It’s…

Chefs and Planners Weigh In on 2018 F&B Trends

What’s hot, and what’s not? How can planners wow their groups on a budget? We…

4 Extreme Spa Tourism Options

Event professionals work hard. When you—or your incentive guests—want to relax, not just any spa will do. Smart Meetings turned over every hot stone looking for signature treatments and destinations to make the…