The rise in hobby sports and activities has spawned new groups and gatherings
January 6, 2024
Hobbies are booming. The pandemic lockdown led many to take up new hobby sports and activities—or re-engage with old interests.
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Game Plan: Get your team in action with these winning recreation ideas
November 15, 2023
All work and no play make meetings a dull day. Teambuilding and wellness have become essential to any agenda, and incorporating recreational opportunities provides both.
Tune in to these musical destinations to set your group on the beatin’ path
November 6, 2023
The pulse of the South beats with musical destinations of international stature and influence. Rock and country, bluegrass and hip hop are just a few of the sounds coursing through the blood of these lyrical cities.
Southern cities that are trending and on the rise
October 16, 2023
The planning world is constantly evolving. The resurgence of live gatherings has opened the door to new venues, breathed new life into classic spaces, and thrust Southern cities into the spotlight. These trending spots aren’t just growing, they’re thriving. Here’s a look at some of the South’s hip venues and …
Orange County Convention Center highest-rated Southern venue in Wall Street Journal rankings
October 11, 2023
The Wall Street Journal recently ranked 30 of the largest convention centers in the country. The Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla., was the highest Southern venue on the list, coming in fifth.
Grand Venues of the South: These 17 properties embody Southern charm and hospitality
September 15, 2023
Grand venues spread across the South like Spanish moss on a majestic oak. That’s why it was tough to narrow down this year’s list to just 17, one property from each state in ConventionSouth’s coverage area, which includes Washington, D.C.
Fan conventions: Affinity group gatherings let attendees escape the real world
September 15, 2023
Southern states host dozens of fan conventions each year. The Southern Fandom Resource Guide is an online convention calendar that lists gatherings from Chupacabracon to ArmadilloCon to Comicpalooza.
Bright lights, big city: Southern metro areas buzz with benefits
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.
Midas Hospitality planning to revamp historic Oyo Hotel in downtown St. Louis
September 3, 2023
Midas Hospitality is planning to revitalize the historic Oyo Hotel in downtown St. Louis into a 220-room Sheraton property.
Explore St. Louis’ Kitty Ratcliffe honored by Meeting Professionals International
July 14, 2023
Kitty Ratcliffe, president and CEO of Explore St. Louis, was recently honored by Meeting Professionals International (MPI) at the President’s Dinner in June.
