- Learn how top California destinations are leading the way in sustainable meetings, combining world-class experiences with eco-forward venues and mindful hospitality The post Connect with an Exclusive Group Offer at Lansdowne Resort appeared first on Smart Meetings.
- Resort fees, destination fees, service charges, and add-ons have become increasingly normalized as consumer decisions are typically emotionally driven and immediate. If a potential guest loves the hotel and wants to experience it, many will accept a few extra line items at check-out. The post Leisure Fees vs. Group Fees: How to Price and Explain […]
- In this Smart Travel, in light of Winter Storm Fern, airlines are loosening the rules as snow and ice sweep across much of the U.S., Amsterdam is openly weighing a future without ocean cruise ships, a new report highlights the growing demand for safari tourism and more. The post Smart Travel: U.S. Prepares for Winter […]
- Event technology is always a dance between start-up innovation, consolidated integration and the funding from that exit fueling the next round of start-up innovation and specialization. The post Will 2026 Be the Year of Event Support Consolidation? appeared first on Smart Meetings.
- Meeting professionals make Smart Moves at Hilton Arcadia Los Angeles, Arcadia, Andaz West Hollywood, Associated Luxury Hotels International and more. The post Smart Moves in Arcadia, West Hollywood, New York City and More appeared first on Smart Meetings.
- Creating a community is no small thing. It requires holding literal and metaphorical space and the ability to connect people from different backgrounds around a shared interest or goal. PodFest in Orlando did just that. The post Community Takes Center Stage at PodFest appeared first on Smart Meetings.
- For Mark Bice, becoming a planner was never a straight line. It was a long walk through kitchens, ballrooms, back hallways and boardrooms—each stop adding another layer of perspective that […] The post CMP Fellow Spotlight: Get to Know Mark Bice appeared first on Smart Meetings.
- Sonesta International Hotels Corporation has firmly established itself as one of the most dynamic growth stories in hospitality over the past several years. The brand went from 50 to 300 […] The post Sonesta’s Rapid Expansion appeared first on Smart Meetings.
- In this Smart Travel, TripAdvisor drops its Travelers’ Choice Awards, Switzerland's MBM Chalets debuts its newest opening, AirlineRatings reveals the latest numbers on air travel and more. The post Smart Travel: Puerto Rico Sets Records, Safest Airlines Revealed, Azamara Cruises Gets Fleetwide Enhancements and More appeared first on Smart Meetings.
- From lifestyle extended-stay properties to oceanfront resorts, 2026 brings a wave of renovations, new openings, and enhanced amenities that redefine hospitality across the U.S. and beyond This year, hotels and […] The post New and Renovated: Hotels and Resorts Elevate Guest Experiences in 2026 appeared first on Smart Meetings.
