All posts by David Swanson

It hardly seems possible, but cruise ships recently reached the one-year anniversary of heading back to sea following 15 months of the pandemic-imposed shutdown.

From the mountains to the prairies, and from tony ski resorts to laid-back dude ranches, when it comes to hosting meetings against a variety of backdrops, Colorado just about has it all.

As the worst of the COVID-19 pandemic eases into the rear-view mirror … in the Bahamas/Caribbean region, things are looking up.

The Caribbean & Bahamas value to the MICE sector goes well beyond tropical marketing images.

California recently surpassed Britain to become the world’s fifth-largest economy, with the largest tech and entertainment sectors in the world.

For more than a year now, the message from the state of Florida to meetings planners and vacationers alike has been loud and clear: We’re open for business.

With a new $1.3 billion airport, an ongoing face-lift for the convention center and a fleet of new hotels, 2022 promises to be a transformative one for one of America’s favorite destinations, New Orleans.

For more than a year now, the message from the state of Florida to meeting planners, attendees and vacationers alike has been loud and clear: We’re open for business.

When it comes to selecting the ideal recurring meeting location for a major trade show and convention, Las Vegas is a no-brainer. After all, they have a wide variety of dining, entertainment and activities to keep attendees engaged year after year.

With idyllic weather and a panoply of lodging choices, Arizona is flush with options that keep meeting and incentive planners coming back for more.