Grand Dame Resorts
True hospitality still exists at destination resorts around the country.
Viewpoint: Face Time More Critical in Challenging Times
According to Marcel Ewals, managing director of AsiaCongress and director of Kenes MP Asia, although the global meetings industry is facing strong challenges, now is the time to make carefully...
StarCite Gains in Fighting Against Meetings Slump
Gregory Dukat, CEO of meetings technology company StarCite, spoke recently to MeetingNews editor Michael B. Baker about strategy and demand.
Travel Spending Still on Decline, But Slowing
Drops in real spending on accommodations and transportation slow to single digit loss.
Insiders See Slow Recovery Ahead
Industry insiders expect meetings spending to be a mixed bag heading into next year.
Shiny & New
A look at some of the new and ongoing convention center projects around the United States.
The Industry's 'Leading Learner'
Joan Eisenstodt, passionate student and educator, shares the secrets of her path to success.
U.S. Senate Passes Travel Promotion Act
The U.S. Senate Wednesday passed the Travel Promotion Act, which will establish a formal marketing program by which to promote the United States as a destination to international travelers.
Meeting People - 2009-08-28
Meetings industry personnel announcements from MeetingNews magazine.
Research: Planners See Hotel Bargains Blunt Per-Attendee Meeting Costs
Lower demand for meetings and increased cost-consciousness by buyers have forced hotels to become more competitive on pricing, according to original MeetingNews research.