How to forge a successful relationship: CVBs and planners share their expertise
March 17, 2022
Successful event planning lies in the details. Filling in those details is a team sport that starts with strong relationships between planners and CVBs.
Features
ConventionSouth’s Winter 2022 Industry Trends Report reaffirms the impact of CVB-planner relationships
March 14, 2022
"It’s a relationship profession.” That’s how one planner describes the meetings and events industry in ConventionSouth’s Winter 2022 CVB & Planner Relationships Survey.
Happy together: Mixing business and pleasure boosts attendance numbers and fills hotel rooms
February 25, 2022
After working from home for nearly two years, many workers have gotten used to being around family 24/7. A desire to keep the family together has contributed to the increased popularity of bleisure travel.
Bigger and better: Convention centers usher in a new era of expansions, safety features, and tech upgrades
February 16, 2022
Throughout the pandemic downturn, centers spent the last two years outfitting their venues for the future, with virtual event technology, comfortable outdoor spaces, and customized health and safety features.
Social event planners are swamped as postponed events return, but creative thinking keeps things rolling
February 14, 2022
Social event, reunion, and wedding planners are expecting packed calendars in 2022 after a surprisingly busy 2021. That positive news comes with some drawbacks.
Hit the road: A shifting landscape has drive-in destinations mapping out a plan for success
January 20, 2022
Now that pandemic concerns are waning, drive-in destinations aren’t reversing their marketing strategy. Instead, they are gearing up for a strong 2022, assuming heightened demand for drive-in markets isn’t going anywhere anytime soon.
Lesson learned: Despite hurdles, associations find ways to keep their members connected
January 18, 2022
In an average year, more than 250,000 conventions and trade shows are held in the United States. Even in this less-than-average environment, some associations didn’t miss a beat, holding national conventions and statewide events as usual.
The treasures of Florida’s Historic Coast
January 17, 2022
With Old-World charm, lush resorts, championship golf courses, and 42 miles of pristine beaches, St. Augustine and Ponte Vedra Beach boast a treasure trove of gems.
Step Up Your Game: Resorts have new creative recreation offerings, giving groups new opportunities to connect and engage.
November 12, 2021
The trend of creative recreational choices at resorts continues to grow, giving business travelers plenty of reasons to go out and play.
Small Towns with Big Sounds: In these Southern destinations, incorporating the local rhythms strikes a chord with event attendees
November 10, 2021
Music has the power to change an event from a one-note bore to a smash hit.
