In This Issue
October 2019
In Smart Meetings' October issue, we reveal the decor trends of the year! We've also got your layover love—that is, next-level airport hotels that are sure to surprise. There's no stranger to incentives here, either; we highlight the value of incentives.
We also explore the treasured Central California Coast, charming Portland, blossoming New Jersey and take an international trip to the Galapagos, among other locales. Don't miss our advice from emergency management experts, the dive into the gender pay gap in hospitality, harnessing the power of play and so much more!
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 18, 2019
IncentivesHow Travel Changes Us
Once the lawyers are done with the fine print, the accountants have approved the spreadsheets and the communications team has finished the road show touting the synergies of the latest…
October 16, 2019
SourcingLayover Love: More Than a Ballroom Near the Runway
Could it be any simpler? Your plane lands, and you’re there. No hassles getting to a downtown hotel or convention center. No need to figure out how to navigate from…
September 30, 2019
Trends2019 Design Trends
Veteran planners know that every detail counts when designing an experience that leads attendees on a journey of the senses. At Smart Meetings, we call the attention devoted to enhancing…
In Every Issue
November 15, 2019
SustainabilityHealthy World: Rethinking Recycling
What happens when the recycling bin isn’t emptied anymore? Your attendees may want their meetings to be green, but planners face the reality of recycling cutbacks.
November 14, 2019
Food and BeverageIt’s the (Moldy) Cheese!
Let’s celebrate the “moldy” cheeses that we adore, including gorgonzola, brie and camembert. Here are a few outstanding exemplars at hotels in the USA.
October 24, 2019
Hotels & DestinationsSite Inspection: Rapidly Rising Boise Offers Plenty of Surprises
During a fam trip this year, Smart Meetings experienced first-hand why Boise is such a hot option for planners looking for a dynamic, midsized city.
October 16, 2019
StrategyIs Your PC Ready for 2020?
Keeping your computer software fresh is not only a good thing to keep you up to date with software innovation—it also solidifies a lack of permanence with any software for…
October 14, 2019
Industry NewsClosing Hospitality’s Lingering Gender Pay Gap
Despite efforts to close the gender pay gap, a recent survey suggests that if advances continue at the current rate, it will still take about 20 years before pay equality…
October 10, 2019
TechnologyInstagram Spotlight: Lights, Camera, Action
Producing an event has a lot in common with filming a movie: lights, set and lots of action. Marriott CRN took this idea to the extreme with a second 48-Hour…
October 10, 2019
Brilliant ExperiencesCase Study: 2019 IRF Invitational Pumped Up the Wow
What better way to celebrate the impact of incentive travel than by producing an event that brought the “wow” of a motivational experience to life? Smart Meetings asked Barrie Hanlon,…
October 10, 2019
Smart StyleTreat Yourself to October Smart Style
This month, we’re supplying the tricks and treats that give you a competitive edge at events. Plus, a little something sweet to share with friends.
Notes from the Road
November 15, 2019
Hotels & DestinationsPortland, Oregon is Chock-full of Local Charm—And Hotel Rooms
Portland has evolved from its laid-back and hipster roots into a sophisticated, cosmopolitan city, with 10,000 downtown hotel rooms and tons of local charm.
October 31, 2019
Hotels & DestinationsNatural Incentives: New Ways to Meet in the Galapagos
Where better to find natural inspiration that in the destination where Charles Darwin developed his ground-breaking theory of evolution?
November 12, 2019
Hotels & DestinationsSite Inspection: Columbus Experiences
Columbus consistently wins national awards for being inclusive and visitor friendly. Smart Meetings visited and came back with tips for a well-rounded trip.
October 15, 2019
SourcingCalifornia: Treasures Along the Pacific Coast Highway
It’s hard to imagine a more idyllic place than the charming hamlets, jagged sea cliffs and rolling wine countries of the Central California Coast.
October 15, 2019
SourcingNew Jersey: Music Keeps Blossoming in the Garden State
The Garden State has many virtues, including stunning ocean views, lots of greenery and a generally unheralded feature—an amazing music scene.
January 30, 2020
Destination GalleriesSt. Louis: More Adventure Awaits in America’s Center
The adventurous spirit that motivated Lewis and Clark on their westward trip when they left St. Louis in 1804 is a natural part of gatherings today in the city. From…
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