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New Meetings Organization Focuses on Hotel Business Practices
Washington -- A new meetings organization allied with Unite Here, the hotel workers' union, and dedicated to informing groups about hotel business practices was launched here today.
Lawsuit Alleges Price-Fixing by Four Airlines
New York -- A lawsuit filed in federal court here late Friday alleges that four transatlantic airlines--United, American, British Airways, and Virgin Atlantic--fixed prices on fuel surcharges.
CVBs of Use to Corporate Planners
A surprising result came from MiMegasite's latest poll question: How do you use the local CVB when planning a meeting in a particular city? The surprise is that. . .
Peeper to Retire From Orlando CVB
Orlando -- Bill Peeper, the longest-sitting president of a convention bureau, today announced that he will retire from the Orlando bureau at the end of this year.
Probe Targets British Airways for Possible Price-Fixing
London -- British and American authorities are investigating whether British Airways and other airlines fixed prices for passenger service, the airline acknowledged today.
In the Details . . . Sometimes finding the perfect gift means noticing the little things.
Because fashion accessories are an expression of personal taste, they are often overlooked as gifts. While it can be hard to choose one that will appeal to someone on your list, if the match is right,...
Southwest Air to Test Assigned Seating
Dallas -- Southwest Airlines, the nation's leading low-fare air carrier, today announced a test program in which it will assign seats to passengers as an alternative to its long-time practice of open...
Former Las Vegas Convention Bureau Chief Dies
Las Vegas -- Manny Cortez, who as chief of the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) helped build this city into the country's number-one meetings destination, died at home here Sunday of...
Deal Allows Southwest Air to Expand Long-Haul Service
Dallas -- Southwest Airlines can expand long-haul service from its Love Field base here under an agreement announced yesterday that involves Southwest, rival American Airlines, and the two largest...
Walker Named Head of D.C. Convention Center
Washington -- Reba Pittman Walker, who for the past six months has served as acting general manager of the Washington Convention Center, today was named the center's permanent chief executive.
Long-Time Independent Joins Prestigious Event Firm
Boston -- After nearly two decades of work as an independent planner, Carol Krugman has joined George P. Johnson, a leading global event marketing firm, as director of client services.
MPI Adopts New Membership Categories
Dallas -- Meeting Professionals International (MPI) yesterday announced it will offer four professional meeting-buyer membership categories instead of the current one, effective Sept. 15.
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