Resorts respond to growing demand for recreation
November 10, 2020
Today’s meetings professionals, by and large, recognize the value of adding recreation and team building components to meetings, conventions, and social events.
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The consistency of the youth and faith-based markets
November 5, 2020
The youth and faith-based markets are longstanding niches within the travel industry, and there is no reason to believe they will be declining anytime soon.
New and renovated venues: Markets reinvent, respond, and pivot to stay fresh
October 19, 2020
Despite the challenges of 2020, many markets across the south continue to forge ahead with infrastructure investments aimed at staying fresh.
The future of hybrid events
October 10, 2020
It goes without saying organizations have had to rethink their strategy for in-person events in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Sports tourism market continues to thrive
September 14, 2020
It is no secret that sports tourism is a major market which generates serious economic impact to a community.
Eco-Friendly and Sustainable: More Than Just Buzzwords
September 4, 2020
Making a meeting or event eco-friendly can begin with something as simple as replacing printed programs with online apps and resources, replacing individual water bottles with refillable or reusable ones, or finding ways to reuse event materials.
It can also be as involved as holding the event somewhere that emphasizes …
Achieving trade show X-Factor in a post-COVID-19 world
September 1, 2020
It may be quiet on the trade show front these days, but it is not expected to stay that way.
How event planners and CVBs can battle travel stigma
July 10, 2020
As last year ended, the convention, event, and meeting industry could arguably boast a considerable head of steam going into 2020.
The industry had just accounted for more than $100 billion in revenue in 2019, and U.S. Bureau of Labor statistics targeted 11 percent growth in the industry through 2026. …
The new normal: Hotels, resorts, and event venues around the South prepare protocols
July 4, 2020
In mid-May, TempleLive, an event venue in Fort Smith, Ark., garnered national attention with its plans to host a live music event three days before a state-issued restriction against larger gatherings was to be lifted.
Doctor’s orders: What’s needed to host a successful medical meeting
July 2, 2020
Planning any type of meeting or event can be a difficult task, but perhaps even more so if it is medical or pharmaceutical-focused.
