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Nashville’s Convention Center Authority Green-lights Metro Deal

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Convention Center Authority has voted unanimously to enter into a MOU (PILOT Agreement) with Metro. “Nashville’s unprecedented growth in convention bookings has allowed the MCC to enter into this agreement with the city,” said Charles Starks, president/CEO of Music City Center.

Opal Meetings: Elevate Your Events on Florida’s Premier Shores

From intimate executive retreats to grand corporate conferences, Opal Collection's diverse portfolio of Florida properties offers an unparalleled blend of luxury, seamless functionality, and coastal charm—setting the stage for unforgettable meetings and events

Hyatt Regency New Orleans: Largest Hotel Acquisition in Louisiana History

NEW ORLEANS, La. -- ERG Enterprises, a New Orleans-based investment company, has announced its partnership in acquiring the Hyatt Regency New Orleans, the largest hotel acquisition in Louisiana history. Established in 1976, the 32-story Hyatt Regency is the third-largest hotel in New Orleans. Its proximity to the Superdome and Smoothie King Center makes it an attractive destination for events and entertainment.

Holiday Themed Lighting & Entertainment

During a recent visit, I had the opportunity to view the results of The Hotel Crescent Court’s $33 million renovation as it neared its April completion.

Throughout the weekend was there, the Crescent and its spectacular staff never missed a single detail. From the valet crew that greeted me upon …

Elon Musk’s ‘People Mover’ to Transport Convention Attendees

LAS VEGAS, Nev. -- Elon Musk's The Boring Company (TBC) has begun work on an underground “people mover” for the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority. The Las Vegas Convention Center is one of the largest convention sites in the world with exhibit space spread across its 200-acre campus.

Hilton Breaks Ground for New Micro-Hotel Brand Motto in Atlanta

ATLANTA, Ga. --  Ground has been broken for Motto by Hilton in Atlanta, a new lifestyle, micro-hotel brand with a mix of rooms, offices and meeting spaces. One of the first U.S. locations for Hilton’s new brand, the 146-room Motto by Hilton Atlanta Old Fourth Ward is scheduled to open in 2021.

Atlanta Gets Hard Rock’s First Reverb, the Hotel That Music Built

HOLLYWOOD, Fla. — Hard Rock International’s entry into the select service hotel category has been dubbed Reverb by Hard. Call them hotels that music built.

In February 2020, Reverb will enter the Atlanta market with its first property, next to the Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The new collection of music-centric hotels will …

Two Marriott-branded Hotels Open in Louisville’s Historic Whiskey Row

Two new hotels with distinct experiences have opened in Louisville’s historic Whiskey Row. The Hotel Distil and Louisville Downtown Moxy share the same building and opened their doors simultaneously. Both properties are Marriott branded, operated by White Lodging.

Interactive Opportunities Abound at ASAE’s technology exploration conference

At the upcoming Technology Exploration Conference (TEC) Powered by ASAE, attendees will experience interactive opportunities designed to help move their organizations forward.

New hands-on tech-training seminars, industry demos, partner breakfasts and learning sessions from industry professionals will be central to the sessions being held at the Walter E. Washington Convention …


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