Youth and faith-based gatherings spark cheer
November 14, 2022
Meeting face-to-face is back in a big way. Throughout 2022, conventions and conferences have welcomed thousands of in-person attendees, and the trend shows no sign of slowing.
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Scare up Halloween fun at these haunts—if you dare
October 24, 2022
Stately Southern manors and gnarled oak branches dripping with Spanish moss seem to lend themselves to creepy tales—particularly at Halloween
New, renovated, and just in time: These Southern properties make a timely entrance as live meetings return
October 14, 2022
Here’s a roundup of some of the new and refreshed Southern properties that are dressed to impress.
Titans of Tennessee: These Volunteer State lodges offer more than you might expect
October 14, 2022
When I was a child, my family often vacationed at state parks. I recall rustic cabins and dingy, shared bathhouses that usually required a trek through the woods with my dad holding a flashlight—and my hand.
Today, state parks offer a whole new world of modern and comfortable accommodations, including …
Kimpton Hotel Fontenot welcomes Samuel Peery as executive chef
September 26, 2022
Kimpton Hotel Fontenot, the 202-room hotel located inNew Orleans’ Central Business District, has appointed Samuel Peery as executive chef.
Southern Belles – 20 grand venues to charm clients
September 21, 2022
Savor the flavor of these Southern belles whose opulence is equally matched by their welcoming spirit.Big cities, big opportunities: Urban destinations offer variety and options for challenging times
September 19, 2022
The South has some of the country’s finest cities, both large and mid-size. Here’s a selection of mighty metros that are ready to welcome meetings and events in a big way.
Go Green: Eco-friendly destinations could be a tipping point to increase registration numbers
September 15, 2022
The meeting and event industry leaves a huge carbon footprint, and more and more planners, clients, and attendees are saying environmental stewardship is becoming a higher priority.
Athletics bring the A-game, with a rebound scoring winning numbers for events teams
September 14, 2022
Call it a comeback. Sports events are rebounding, some at higher than pre-pandemic numbers.
Small markets with big impact: These under-the-radar gems offer a host of surprising and timely benefits
July 19, 2022
With prices rising, concerns over social distancing lingering, and competition for space increasing, smaller markets are having their moment. In fact, these attractive options deserve more than a moment. Making them mainstays on the list of potential meeting and event destinations offers attendees the opportunity to explore new places, experience …
