June 9, 2025
In Memphis, live music rocks seven nights a week on iconic Beale Street and legendary music attractions — like Elvis Presley’s Graceland and the Stax Museum of American Soul Music — double as meeting and event venues. The city’s Renasant Convention Center has been awarded 9 times since its $200M …
September 3, 2024
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Memphis’ central U.S. location and affordability make it an ideal destination for meetings and events, according to Malvin Gipson, executive vice president of convention sales, sports, and services for Memphis Tourism. “Best known as the home of the blues, soul, and …
November 8, 2023
Music makes everything better. Across the South, venues hum with music history, culture, and live performances, setting the stage for harmonious meetings and events.
October 15, 2023
The U.S. hotel market had a standout September, with room demand being the second highest ever for the month, based on preliminary data from STR and Corstar.
September 9, 2023
The three Grand Divisions of Tennessee give planners options for culture, history, and geography. Memphis highlights the West Tennessee Mississippi River Delta region
September 5, 2023
Sometimes, you can't beat a big city. With high expectations pushing planners to design can’t-miss events, many are looking to the benefits of urban destinations, from amenities and attractions to hi-tech and haute cuisine, large venues and lodging variety, multiple flights, and mass transit.
May 11, 2023
Most market segments continue to rebound and climb back to pre-pandemic levels, but there’s one segment that never really slowed down: SMERF.
December 16, 2022
Southland Casino Hotel in West Memphis, Ark., has completed a $320 million renovation. The upgrades include a 20-story, 300-room hotel, and a 113,000-square-foot gaming floor.
November 16, 2022
Music brings people together, keeping the beat of a gathering humming. The South is filled with rich musical heritage—from blues and rock to jazz, country, and Latin—enough sound to start any gathering on the right note.
September 17, 2022
The owners of the Sheraton Memphis Downtown Hotel are reportedly looking to invest $226 million into renovations of the property.
