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.
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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.
July 3, 2025
Here, we explore the ways small destinations—populations of 40,000 or less—hit high notes with events.
July 2, 2025
Kelly Gleeson Smith has been in the hospitality industry for more than 20 years. Here, Smith shares how Caesars Entertainment adds value to meetings and events as a provider of full-service meeting, dining, and entertainment destinations.
July 1, 2025
As establishments become more pet-friendly, convention-goers are more likely than ever to bring their pets with them. After all, pets are part of the family.
June 5, 2025
The number of indoor sports and events facilities is growing at a rapid rate in the United States, with indoor pickleball courts, soccer complexes, and climbing walls seeing a frenzy of activity.
June 3, 2025
Southern chefs and restaurants are constantly raising the bar, honoring tradition while redefining Southern cuisine. As a result, planners have access to a rich culinary landscape guaranteed to elevate any event.
