In This Issue
October 2016
In this month's issue, we're delighted to bring you the third edition of our annual CVB selfie contest! This year's contest is bigger and better than ever, thanks to Super Bowl excitement, imploding buildings, race track thrills, breathtaking views from around the world and other amazing hidden gems.
Also, don't miss our feature on the hottest trend in incentive travel. Find out how authentic local experiences are transforming the world of incentives.
Smart Meetings is an event planning publication covering meetings, industry news, including expert opinions and interviews, topical articles, coverage of destinations and venues in the U.S and worldwide, and features stories on incentive, corporate, government and association meetings.
Features
October 11, 2016
Sourcing2016 CVB Selfie Contest: Hidden Gems that Illuminate Cities
Every destination has an attraction waiting to wow guests We have to give a huge round of applause to the CVBs that entered our third annual selfie contest this year.…
October 11, 2016
InternationalThe Key Ingredient for Incentives: Local Flavors
Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa, Koloa, Hawaii More frequently than ever, incentive programs incorporate authentic experiences These days, planning incentive-travel that hits the mark for both the participants and…
In Every Issue
October 7, 2016
Hotels & ResortsFunky Fresh in Fisherman’s Wharf
To some San Francisco residents, Fisherman’s Wharf is considered more of a blight than a boon. Souvenir and T-shirt shops between kitschy attractions on Jefferson Street, such as Ripley’s Believe…
October 4, 2016
Hotels & ResortsAMResorts Celebrates 15th Anniversary
Sunscape Dominican Beach, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic Expanded portfolio and new features highlight 15th anniversary AMResorts is celebrating its 15th anniversary this year while opening 11 properties and enhancing its…
October 17, 2016
Health and WellnessFlex Your Mindfulness Muscles
A practice to help planners cope, focus and stay calm In the whirlwind of modern life, it’s not unusual to feel like you’re operating in an anxiety-ridden fog: multitasking, haphazardly…
September 30, 2016
Hotels & ResortsMeet Florida’s Paradise Coast
Naples Grande Beach Resort Naples Grande Beach Resort exemplifies the best of Collier County Collier County, dubbed Florida’s Paradise Coast by the local convention and visitors bureau, is part meeting…
October 5, 2016
Hotels & ResortsTaking Flight: The Changing Faces of Airport Hotels
Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport The top-to-bottom, multimillion-dollar transformation of the Hyatt Regency will be completed later this month. San Francisco’s thriving F&B scene will be evident at 3Sixty, an…
April 4, 2017
CareerWomen’s Leadership Events: Do More Than Meet—Move
Join a women’s leadership group, get inspired, then what? Women’s leadership seminars and conferences have popped up all over the place within most major industries over the last few years.…
October 27, 2016
Food and Beverage7 Out-of-the-Box Gift Ideas to Impress Attendees
Your resource for trendy treasures and gift ideas Treat attendees and VIPs to unique, thoughtful gifts they will definitely want to take home. Smart Meetings has selected an assortment of…
October 24, 2016
SustainabilityWaste Not, Want Not: Leverage Technology to Shrink Your Event’s Footprint
The event planning industry has been grappling with how best to reduce its carbon footprint for some time. A PricewaterhouseCoopers study titled The Economic Significance of Meetings to the U.S.…
September 30, 2016
EventsASAE is Moving with the Times
2016 ASAE Annual Meeting & Exposition, Salt Lake City ASAE takes new stand on discriminatory practices, adds tools and services The American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) Annual Meeting &…
October 26, 2016
Food and BeverageBring on Brunch: 5 Brunch Places to Wow Attendees
Crown Room, San Diego Brunch has come a long way in America, thanks to its versatility. In fact, it has arguably knocked breakfast out of its spot as the most…
October 27, 2016
How ToCancellation Clauses & Remedies
Knowing hotel’s perspective enables planners to mitigate financial damages Since 2011, the meetings and events industry has seen a strong and steady run, which mirrors the economy as a whole.…
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