November 7, 2025
You don’t have to be a VIP to enjoy a close encounter with today’s top musicians. Music-themed restaurants and venues give guests and groups a backstage pass for a glimpse of their favorite artists behind the scenes. Check out some of the South’s coolest venues for creating rockin’ events.
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November 6, 2025
The South’s rich musical history continues to influence many aspects of contemporary entertainment and business. Planners can bring a fun musical vibe to meetings and events in Southern destinations with storied music connections and heritages. Combining music and meetings brings an exciting energy to all types of events and allows attendees to discover artists and explore music venues and museums beyond their own musical interests and familiar haunts. Tune in to these music-rich destinations and add them to your meetings and events “playlist.”
October 27, 2025
A look at how AI and other event technology tools can make planners’ jobs easier, if given the chance
October 24, 2025
Here, we explore practical tips for incorporating voluntourism and CSR opportunities into your next event in the South.
October 9, 2025
Across the region, properties are investing in elevated guest experiences, flexible meeting venues, and top-tier amenities blending local charm with contemporary design. From boutique hotels in historic downtowns to sleek and convenient properties near convention centers, we bring you some of the South’s newest meeting spaces and hotels since our last roundup of new and renovated meeting spaces, in our February 2024 issue. Whether you’re planning a corporate retreat or an intimate gathering, these new and newly refreshed spaces offer the perfect backdrop for memorable and productive events.
October 8, 2025
When it comes to creating unforgettable meetings and events, few things set the stage quite like a natural backdrop. From lakeside lodges and mountaintop retreats to gardens, golf courses, and coastal venues, scenic spaces across the South are practically made for groups to gather.
October 1, 2025
Melissa A. Riley is the senior vice president of convention sales and services at Destination DC (DDC), the official convention and tourism organization for the nation’s capital. With more than 26 years in the travel and hospitality industry, she leads a team of more than 30 professionals dedicated to generating positive economic impact for the District of Columbia through meetings, conventions, and events.
August 27, 2025
How mindfulness, movement, and mental clarity are reshaping event agendas.
August 26, 2025
We showcase some of the hottest venues to help transform gatherings into unforgettable shared moments. These destinations inspire creativity, problem-solving, and teambuilding, making them the highlight of the short business trip and a catalyst for organizations to maximize their potential.
July 6, 2025
In today’s evolving event landscape, venues like wineries, breweries, and distilleries are emerging as much more than just scenic backdrops; they’re full-service meeting and event destinations with built-in entertainment, unique atmosphere, and memorable experiences.
