Beyond the Itinerary: A New Paradigm for Engaging Indigenous Communities in Wellness Tourism
In the rapidly expanding wellness travel sector, a critical shift is underway. For decades, the industry has looked toward spas, yoga retreats, and clinical wellness centers to satisfy the growing consumer appetite for rejuvenation. However, as travelers…
The Renaissance of Hospitality: How Iconic Properties are Redefining Luxury and Group Travel
Across the United States and Mexico, a wave of architectural preservation and strategic renovation is fundamentally altering the landscape of luxury hospitality. From the historic corridors of Cincinnati’s business district to the sun-drenched coastlines…
The Accidental Planner: How Modern Tech is Transforming Corporate Event Management
In the modern corporate landscape, the boundaries of professional roles have become increasingly porous. An office manager, executive assistant, or HR specialist is rarely hired with the explicit mandate to negotiate hotel room blocks or analyze…
From Newspaper Ad to Industry Icon: The Enduring Legacy of CMP Fellow Christine Faiman
In the fast-paced world of global hospitality, where trends shift as quickly as event technologies, few professionals possess the longevity and adaptability of Christine Faiman. A distinguished CMP (Certified Meeting Professional) Fellow and a…
Beyond the Itinerary: How "Flow" and Deep Immersion are Redefining Incentive Travel
As World Tourism Day approaches this September 27, the travel industry finds itself at a pivotal crossroads. For decades, the metric of a successful trip was the "checklist"—the number of landmarks photographed, cities visited, and hotel stars…
Industry Pulse: A Wave of Executive Appointments Reshapes the Meetings and Events Landscape
The global meetings, events, and tourism sectors are experiencing a significant talent shift as major destination marketing organizations (DMOs), convention centers, and tourism boards announce a series of high-profile leadership appointments. From…
Chicago on Edge: The Impending Storm of a Historic Hotel Workers’ Strike
For event planners, business travelers, and tourists with upcoming engagements in the Windy City, the hospitality landscape has suddenly become precarious. If you are currently contracted with a hotel in downtown Chicago or in the immediate vicinity of…
The Power of Presence: Why Policy and Advocacy Are the Lifeblood of the Events Industry
As the United States barrels toward another high-stakes election cycle, the atmosphere in Washington, D.C., and state capitals is reaching a fever pitch. While the general public focuses on headlines, tax brackets, and cultural debates, professionals in…
Beyond the Border: A Strategic Framework for International Meeting Success
For event planners whose professional experience is primarily rooted in domestic North American meetings, the prospect of taking a program international can feel like venturing into uncharted territory. The logistical complexities—from varying time zones…
The Art of the Impossible: How The Grand America Hotel Redefined Experiential Events for Its 25th Anniversary
Celebrating a quarter-century in the hospitality industry is a monumental achievement, but for Salt Lake City’s The Grand America Hotel, a standard gala simply wouldn’t suffice. To mark its 25-year milestone, the property’s Catering and Convention team…
