Grand Hyatt Miami Beach set to open in 2023
April 20, 2020
Miami Beach’s new Convention Center hotel will be an 800-room property operated by Hyatt under the luxury Grand Hyatt brand.
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Hard Rock International, Seminole Gaming donate 350,000 bars of soap
April 20, 2020
Clean the World Foundation, a leader in global health dedicated to water, sanitation, hygiene, and global sustainability, has joined forces with Hard Rock International and Seminole Gaming to fight the spread of COVID-19.
New Orleans Convention Center “laser-focused” on economic recovery post-COVID-19
April 19, 2020
The Ernest N. Morial New Orleans Exhibition Hall Authority, the governing board of the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, has announced it is placing a high priority on its role in the post COVID-19 economic recovery.
Orange County expands criteria for testing site at convention center
April 19, 2020
The State of Florida has taken over administration of a COVID-19 testing site at the Orange County Convention Center (OCCC).
Alternate care facility opening at Georgia World Congress Center
April 18, 2020
The State of Georgia has executed a contract with PAE to build a 200-hospital bed alternate care facility at the Georgia World Congress Center (GWCC).
Hotel occupancy rates nearing 20 percent according to recent study
April 18, 2020
Reflecting the continued impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the U.S. hotel industry reported significant year-over-year declines in the three key performance metrics during the week of April 5 through April 11, 2020, according to data from STR.
Marriott, partners offering free stays to healthcare professionals
April 14, 2020
With support from its credit card partners, American Express and JPMorgan Chase, Marriott has committed to provide $10 million worth of hotel stays for healthcare professionals leading the fight against COVID-19 in the U.S.
Rendezvous South 2020 Scores High Praise From Attendees
April 14, 2020
Great networking opportunities; a relaxed environment for meet-ups; unique venues for off-site events; and a wonderful and welcoming host destination. These aspects of Rendezvous South 2020 (RS 2020), held March 2 to 4 in Winston-Salem, N.C., received the highest praise from participants. It was the sixth edition of the popular event, produced by ConventionSouth magazine.
Texas opening ‘pop-up hospital’ at Dallas convention center
April 10, 2020
A Dallas convention center will serve as a temporary hospital to house new beds during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Ocean Center converted into medical supply distribution hub
April 10, 2020
In normal times, Volusia County’s Ocean Center plays host to dozens of trade shows, conferences, concerts, competitions, and sporting events.
