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Personal Success: Those Dogs Are Barking!
Uncomfortable shoes can put anyone in a bad mood, but for a meeting planner, they're a deal-breaker.
Virgin America Taking Reservations
San Francisco -- Virgin America, the nation's newest low-fare air carrier, began taking reservations yesterday despite a cyber attack on the airline's website.
Take it Outside
The summer months are high season for grilling enthusiasts. But why limit the BBQ action to a patio or backyard? These gifts will let them take the party on the road.
EU Bans Garuda, 66 Other Airlines
Brussels -- The European Union has banned Indonesia's national air carrier, Garuda, and 66 other airlines from EU air space for what officials consider unsafe operations.
Make It Personal
These tech gadgets and accessories help workers enjoy their time away from the office
Security Tightened at U.S. Airports
Washington -- Security at U.S. airports and other mass-transportation facilities has been tightened in the wake of last week's thwarted terrorist attacks in the United Kingdom.
Hi-Def Comes Home: Camcorders
Although HD is still an emerging technology for video, enabled camcorders are ideal for early adopters (and compulsive You-Tubers). Here are the latest models to consider...
Governor Woos Visitors to Lake Tahoe
South Lake Tahoe, CA -- California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger is wooing visitors to Lake Tahoe, where a fire this week has burned more than 3,000 acres and destroyed more than 250 homes.
Industry Mourns Minneapolis Convention Center Director
Minneapolis -- The hospitality industry today is mourning the death of Jerry Gallagher, executive director of the Minneapolis Convention Center, who suffered a fatal heart attack Monday in Syracuse, NY,...
Experient Opens Las Vegas Operations Center
Las Vegas -- Meetings-management giant Experient has opened its first operations center in Las Vegas, the nation's top destination for meetings, conventions, and trade shows.
Personal Success: Making a Name for Yourself
Frustrated by handing out dull business cards that are destined to end up in a pile, in a drawer, or in the nearest garbage can? Try using cards that grab people's attention!
Fresno CVB in Turmoil Over Contract
Fresno, CA -- A board member of the Fresno City & County Convention & Visitors Bureau resigned yesterday over a controversy in which he received a no-bid contract to publish the bureau's visitors guide.
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